SR-BV-29: MULU NATIONAL PARK 2D/1N

Mulu Park. A small plane (flights from Kuching or Kota Kinabalu with MASwings) descends between mountains and rainforests. The park is inaccessible, which is why it has remained untouched for millions of years. The longest cave system in the world, the flight of millions of bats from Deer and Lang Caves, the underground river in Clearwater and Wind Caves. A boat ride down the river to a local village selling various trinkets made by the Iban tribe. A walk to the waterfall along the rainforest trails – that’s the real Borneo.
Upon arrival at Mulu Park, guests are met by the park bus, which takes them to the park’s reception (5-minute drive. Guests pay 1.5 EUR on the spot).
14.30 The beginning of the tour. An easy hike along wooden paths to Deer and Lang caves.
The 3 km trail leads through swamp and rainforest, rivers and ancient burial sites of the Penan people. Deer cave is huge, it is one of the largest cave passages in the world. Its length is 2 km, it is 90 meters high and wide. The main cave is flooded with sunlight and is 192 meters high and 174 meters wide. This is the place where the deer came to seek refuge, so the local Penan and Beravan people named this cave the Deer Cave, or Gua Rusa or Gua Payau in the local language.
The path leads around the caves, the road is covered with bat droppings, of which there are millions (27 different species). Going all the way out, visitors come to the Garden of Eden, where various plants grow under the sunlight. The southern entrance to the cave is guarded by a profile of Lincoln.
Every evening around 17.00-19.00, bats fly out like a black cloud from Deer alas, which go hunting. According to the latest research, there are more than one million bats. Visitors have the opportunity to sit comfortably and wait for this unique view.
Next to the Deer Cave is the Lang Cave, which is one of the smaller caves, but definitely worth a visit to see the stalactites and stalagmites.
Return to the hotel after dark.

06.30 Breakfast at the park cafe and checking out of the hotel.
07.00 After breakfast, a walk to the canopy skywalk, where you can observe birds and animals. The bridges are 480 meters long and are located 15-25 meters above the ground. It’s a real adventure! A 30-meter high observation tower is also available for keen photographers.
08.45 Departure by traditional long boat to the Wind and Clean water caves. On the way to the caves, guests visit the Penan village, where it is possible to meet local people and buy souvenirs.
Clearwater Cave is the longest cave in Asia, its length is about 107 km. There is an underground river in the cave that you can ride a boat on. There are two ways to reach this cave: you can walk 4 km along a forest path, which takes about 1.5 hours, or you can take a boat along the Melinau River. When traveling by boat, guests usually visit Vinda Cave on the way, the trip takes about 15 minutes. If the water level in the river is low, the trip may take longer because the boatman has to jump out of the boat and push the boat.
Wind Cave is so named because you can feel the flow of wind in the narrow passages of the cave. Wind Cave is part of the Clearwater Cave System. The cave features beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, some of which are illuminated, such as in the ‘King’s Room’.
From Wind Cave, you can walk along a wooden path or take a boat to the entrance of Clearwater Cave, where lunch is served. Clearwater Cave is only 5 minutes away by foot or boat. To get to the caves, you have to climb 200 steps, which may be difficult for older people, but this beautiful cave with an underground river is definitely worth it. After visiting Clearwater Cave, swim in the clear river, relax and enjoy lunch.
Return to the park reception, transfer to the airport by park bus (5-minute ride. Guests pay 1.5 EUR on the spot).

1. Alu piedzīvojumi
Parks piedāvā dažādu sarežģītības pakāpju pārgājienus alās. Tas ir īsts piedzīvojums, kas ved apmeklētājus peldus pa pazemes upēm, kāpšus pa virvēm vai rāpšus un līšus pa alu tuneļiem.

Lang cave –the easiest of the adventure caves. Armed with helmets and flashlights, we go through the passages along the underground river. There is no climbing, so it is suitable for families with children.

Racer cave – medium easy. You have to climb up and down with ropes.
Clearwater connection – a complicated route. It is a 4.8 km trek that takes 6 to 8 hours. The trek consists of climbing up and down with ropes and swimming in the river.
Sarawak Chamber – a difficult route that takes 10 to 15 hours through the rainforest, up the river to the entrance of the largest cave. The hike starts at 6.30 in the morning, it leads along the Summit trail for 3 hours to the entrance to the Good luck cave, then 3 hours (800 m) through the caves along the 50 meter high river slopes.
People who are physically fit and have previous experience can apply for difficult hikes. Tours may be canceled due to high water levels in rivers or bad weather.

2. Garden of Eden valley walk
Tour begins: 09.30
Tour length: 4 hours
Degree of difficulty: medium
Difficulty: the tour is not suitable for children under 12 years of age.
Minimum number of people: 2

09.30 The beginning of the tour. The Garden of Eden can only be entered through the Deer Cave. From the Garden of Eden you will have to climb, walk and swim along the River Eden, through waterfalls where there are perfect pools for a dip. There are usually very few visitors here, so it’s a great place for picnics and photo ops. After the Deer Cave, it is possible to visit the Langa Cave and watch the flight of bats. Return to park reception after dark if choosing to stay for the bat flight.

Things to bring: SPECIALIZED NON-SLIP CRAWLING SHOES (CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE PARK SHOP) * LIGHT CLOTHING * MOSQUITO REPELLENT * HAT * TOWEL AND SWIMSUIT * CHANGE OF CLOTHES * SUNSCREEN * FLASHLIGHT * RAINCOAT * CAMERA * LOCAL CURRENCY FOR PURCHASES

3. Long Iman riverwalk
Tour begins: 09.00
Tour length: 4 hours
Difficulty level: easy
Minimum number of people: 2

09.00 The beginning of the tour. A boat ride on the Melinau River, then the track leads along the great Tutoh River to Long Iman, the settlement of the Penan tribe. Here you can visit the long house and buy souvenirs. This is an isolated place with very few visitors, so it has remained pristine. 40 minute hike through the forest to Ba’Desai waterfall. This is a great place to relax and swim in the clear river basin.

Things to bring: COMFORTABLE SHOES WHICH DO NOT PAY TO GET WET * LIGHT CLOTHING * MOSQUITO REPELLENT * HAT * TOWEL AND SWIMSUIT * CHANGE OF CLOTHES * SUNSCREEN * RAINCOAT * CAMERA * LOCAL CURRENCY FOR PURCHASES

4. Night walk
Tour begins: 19.00/19.30
Tour length: 2 hours
Difficulty level: easy
Minimum number of people: 2

19.00/19.30 The beginning of the tour. Experience the night sounds of the rainforest with firefly beetles and luminescent mushrooms. Quiet walks along forest paths to see nocturnal animals, beetles, reptiles. Walk length: 1.5 km.
Attention: if there is heavy rain, the excursion can be postponed for 30 minutes.

Things to bring: COMFORTABLE SHOES * LIGHT CLOTHES * MOSQUITO REPELLENT * RAINCOAT * CAMERA * FLASHLIGHT

5. Pinnacles
Tour length: 3 days / 2 nights
Tour difficulty: hard

This is one of the most popular tours, despite its difficulty, because the trail is very steep and requires physical effort. The famous Mulu spiers are 45 meters high and razor sharp. They are made of limestone and can be seen perfectly on the slope of Gunung Api (Fire Mountain).

First day:
Excursion from the park reception, boat trip to Batu Bungan, which is a settlement of Penan people, familiarization with the local way of life, opportunity to buy souvenirs. Lunch at Clearwater Cave. After lunch, drive to Long Litut, then about 3 km long hike along the forest path to the 5th camp. Overnight in the camp, dinner.

Second day:
Breakfast in the camp. A three-hour hike to Gunung Api to view the mountain peaks. A wonderful view opens up during the hike, you can see unique plants and untouched rainforests. Lunch on the way and return to the camp. Dinner.

Third day:
Breakfast at the camp and forest trek to Long Litut. Boat trip to Clearwater Cave, lunch and rest. Trip to the park reception by boat.