Malaysia Info Guide
for Locals & Visitors

Similajau (about 30 minute's drive from Bintulu) has emerald water, tropical rainforest and long, golden sandy beaches.

The Park's close proximity to Bintulu makes it one of the state's more accessible parks. It is popular with the local people and those interested in seeing birds of prey like the sea eagle and Brahminy kite. Other animals that may appear in the Park are turtles, monkeys and wild boar.

 There are some short walks in the coastal forests behind the beaches. In all, there are over 16 km of marked trails throughout the Park. Various vegetation types are found here including mixed dipterocarp forest, heath (kerangas), peat swamp and coastal forest. Mangrove forests supporting nipah palms are located in the estuaries.

The wildlife is equally diverse with 185 bird species (7 hornbills) recorded along with 24 mammals such as gibbons, banded langurs, long tailed macaques, deer and squirrels. Saltwater crocodiles, dolphins and turtles are found. Kolam Sebubong in the upper reaches of the Sebubong River is an hour (by boat and foot) from the Park HQ and is ideal for swimming.

Attractions

Selunsur Rapids
Selunsur Rapids are a ninety-minutes trek up the Kenyan River. The walk passes through various forest types and ends at the rapids and a swimming hole.

Beaches
Two popular swimming beaches are Turtle and Golden Beaches. To get there, cross Likau River by boat (RM 2, return journey) and then hike three hours to the beaches. Alternatively, chartered boats, costing RM 75 for a roundtrip, travel to the beaches from the Park HQ.

Accommodation Facilities

Chalet Class 3 5 units - 2 rooms - 4 beds/room
Hostel 2 units - 4 rooms - 4 beds/room
Hostel (Longhouse) 1 unit - 18 rooms - 4 beds/room
Shelter 14 units along the trails

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Other Facilities

Other facilities include jungle trails, public toilets and washrooms, canteen, information centre and 24- hour electricity.

There is a canteen selling simple meals, drinks and daily basic necessities. Many visitors bring their own picnics and meals to the park.

Reminder
While swimming is popular along the beaches of the Park, saltwater crocodiles do inhabit the waters of the nearby Likau River, so be careful!
 
 
Getting there 

The Park is situated approximately 20 km northeast of Bintulu township.

The one-way taxi fare to the Park costs RM 40.00 and the journey takes about 30 minutes.
 
 
Requests 
National Parks Booking Office (Bintulu)
Section Forest Office
97000 Bintulu
Tel 086-331117 ext. 50
Fax 086-331923