Sarawak, the Land of the Hornbills, is the largest state in Malaysia, with an area almost equal to that of Peninsular Malaysia. Strategically located in the island of Borneo, Sarawak is bordered by the Malaysian state of Sabah, the Indonesian Kalimantan, and Brunei. Sarawak has an equatorial climate with lush tropical rainforests, an abundance of animal and plant species, and a wealth of natural wonders such as the prominent cave systems at Gunung Mulu National Park and the Rejang River, the longest river in Malaysia. It is home to 31 ethnic groups, Sarawak is a unique plethora of culture, adventure, nature, food, and festivals (CANFF). It is the place where the journey of endless exploration starts.
Kuching - was the administrative capital throughout the times of the Brunei sultanate, the White Rajahs of Sarawak, and during the British Colonial rule before Sarawak joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963. The rich history of the city is showcased throughout Kuching, as you can see various historical landmarks such as the Old Court House, the Astana, and Fort Margherita, dotted along the city’s landscapes, telling tales of long ago that are still being passed down from generation to generation. (Source: https://sarawaktourism.com/)
For a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of Sarawak, visit the award-winning Sarawak Cultural Village. Explore the vibrant Main Bazaar, where you can find unique handicrafts, souvenirs, and local delicacies. Don’t miss the famous Cat Statue, an iconic landmark symbolizing the city’s name and breathtaking sunset view along the Waterfront.
Come and experience Sarawak’s gastronomic delights! Try the colourful and intricately layered Kek Lapis cake, the refreshing Umai raw fish salad, and the fragrant and flavourful Sarawak Laksa. These local delicacies offer a unique blend of traditional and modern flavours that will surely delight your taste buds.
For nature lovers, visit the Bako National Park where you can spot unique wildlife such as proboscis monkeys and long-tailed macaques. As for orangutans, sun bears, and crocodiles, you can see them up close at the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre and Matang Wildlife Centre. (Source: https://sarawaktourism.com/)
BCCK is strategically located equidistant from the two main hubs of Kuching City, Kuching North & Kuching South. As the first purpose-built Convention Centre in Sarawak, its award-winning architecture was crafted with Sarawak’s lush rainforest in mind. Its main inspiration was found in the native ‘ririk’ leaf, showcasing Sarawak’s unique fusion of nature and modernity. BCCK is designed with accessibility in mind, with elevator access to all floors, wide-open spaces, ramps for easy access for wheelchair users and other mobility devices as well as handicap stalls.
Borneo Convention Centre Kuching Sarawak, Malaysia.
Demak-Isthmus Bridge, Jalan Keruing, Sejingkat, 93050 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia
Sarawak has an equatorial climate. The temperature is relatively uniform throughout the year – within the range of 23°C early in the morning to 32°C during the day. Humidity is consistently high in the lowlands ranging from 80 percent to 90 percent.
(Source: sarawak.gov.my)Malaysian Ringgit (RM) – Travelers cheques and foreign currencies can be changed for Malaysian Ringgit at banks and hotels. Money changer kiosks are available at major shopping complexes and airport. Most major hotels charge a nominal fee for currency conversion. ATM machines are plentiful and located just about everywhere in Kuching.
Visitors must possess a valid passport or other internationally recognised travel documents endorsed for travelling to Malaysia, with a validity period of at least six (6) months beyond the time of stay allowed in Malaysia. Visa requirements are dependent on the country of origin and last port of disembarkation before entering Malaysia. For detailed information on visa applications, please visit: http://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/visa/visa-requirement-by-country. Visitors can also contact the nearest Malaysian consulate to confirm visa requirements.
Registration fees do not include insurance of any kind. It is strongly recommended that all delegates take out their own travel and medical insurance prior to coming to the Conference. The policy should include loss of fees/ deposit through cancellation of your participation in the meeting, or through cancellation of the meeting itself, loss of airfares for any reason, medical expenses, loss or damage to personal property, additional expenses and repatriation should travel arrangements have to be altered. Neither the meeting secretariat nor the organising committee will take any responsibility for any participant failing to insure. Please speak to your travel agent or airline regarding this matter.
Standard Malaysian Time is 8 hours ahead of GMT (GMT+8)
(Source: https://www.sarawaktourism.com/Default.aspx)Voltage is 220 – 240 Volt AC at 50 cycles per second, adaptable to standard 3-pin square plugs and socket.
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from all visitors or delegates (Malaysians and Foreigners) coming from or going to/through countries with risk of Yellow Fever transmission (As stated in International Health Regulations 2005 and Prevention and Control of Infectious Disease Act 1988). Yellow fever vaccination is also required for travellers having transited more than 12 hours through the airport of a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Travellers or delegates without a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate shall be quarantined upon arrival in Malaysia.
(Source: Yellow Fever travel advisory www.moh.gov.my)Yellow Fever certificate is required to be produced upon landing in Malaysia for countries as listed on the website of the Immigration Department of Malaysia
(https://www.imi.gov.my/index.php/en/main-services/visa/visa-requirement-by-country/)
Kuching International Airport (KIA) is approximately 11 kilometres (7 miles) from the heart of Kuching. The travel duration by car or taxi typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.
E-hailing service is widely available in Malaysia with an affordable price. You may use the Grab app or taxi to move around. Download Grab App and setup an account before your travel.
Ticket counters are available inside at the arrival hall. From Kuching International Airport to city centre takes about 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the traffic situation.
We’re in central Kuching, next to the Sarawak River. Jalan Main Bazaar and Kuching Waterfront are one kilometer away and we’re less than five minutes from Tua Pek Kong Temple. Kuching International Airport is a 10 km drive, and we’re 30 minutes from Bako National Park. Enjoy our outdoor pool, sun terrace, and fitness center.
At the well-known flagship Riverside Majestic Hotel Puteri Wing, luxury is inextricably linked with tranquillity, which goes above and beyond to give you a unique and personalized experience that blends seamlessly within Kuching and the breathtaking view of the Sarawak River. Boasting as a leading professional event accommodation, the designated 18th floor, called Windows on Kuching (WOK), is inspired for business by the surrounding growth, making it possible to forge connections and refresh your mind.
In the Riverside Majestic Hotel's premier Astana wing, rest assured that you will be treated like royalty. Right next to our Riverside Majestic Hotel Puteri Wing and overlooking the winding beauty of the scenic Sarawak River, enjoy a panoramic view of the Kuching Waterfront from the Darul Hana Bridge or take in the splendour of the iconic State Assembly Building. Cross over easily to the other parts of Riverside Majestic Hotel Puteri Wing via the connected pedestrian bridge. Not to forget, it is strategically located in the heart of Kuching’s business entertainment, dining, and shopping district.
Positive vibes from the stunning panoramic views of Kuching City and Sarawak River, Pullman Kuching offers spacious and contemporary interiors, creating a 5-star luxury and comfortable atmosphere for an escapade or business. Designed for comfort and accessibility, the hotel provides urban living in the heart of Kuching. All rooms offer innovative features and tranquil settings with top-notch comfort in mind.
Where you will be treated like royalty, is Sarawak's first international hotel. Situated along the hotel’s backyard is the 1.7km stretch of scenic Kuching Waterfront where fitness enthusiasts enjoy their morning jogs and evening strolls. It is in the heart of Kuching’s shopping and financial district and just 20 minutes’ drive from the Kuching International Airport.
Kuching, the capital of Sarawak. Its city centre is well preserved, with ornate houses of worship and many fine examples of colonial-style architecture. The iconic cat statue strategically dotted along the city centre, a symbol of Kuching City's mascot, will greet you along the way.
The Borneo Cultures Museum is a modern, five-storey structure with a distinctive architectural design that reflects Sarawak's unique traditional crafts and rich cultural heritage. The new museum aspires to be a vibrant hub of social and cultural exchange.
The Village, also known as the "Living Museum," is a kaleidoscope of Sarawak's cultures and traditions. Explore the seven authentic replicas of ethnic houses, including the Chinese Farm House, Malay's Stilted House, Melanau Tall House, Penan Hut, and Longhouses of the Iban, Bidayuh, and Orang Ulu ethnic groups.
Unlike in a zoo, the orangutans are free to roam in this 653-hectare forest reserve. Young and adolescent orangutans are trained here to be self- sufficient in the wild. Observe their delicate nests, as well as their deft movements in the treetops and fascinating feeding behaviour.
Nestled within lush greenery, the farm serves as sanctuary for more than 1,000 saltwater and freshwater crocodiles, within enclosures designed to best mimic their natural habitat. During feeding time, witness their mighty powers in action.
The Bidayuh people, Sarawak's second most populous ethnic group, are widely known as the "Land Dayak" and the "Engineer of Bamboo". Annah Rais, one of Sarawak's iconic Bidayuh longhouses, is located about 100 kilometres east of Kuching and features magnificent architecture made mostly of bamboo.
Fairy Cave, which rises majestically to a three-storey height and Wind Cave is a tunnel-like cavern home to bats and swiftlets.
(Fairy Cave closed on every Monday & Wind Cave closed on every Tuesday)
The park's charm lies in its blend of scenic rainforests, waterfalls, streams, and 93 different species of palm trees. The Waterfall trails - one of the park’s popular attractions - wind through a mixed dipterocarp forest with numerous planks walkways, swampy terrain, small jungle streams and wild durian trees.
The world's largest flower, the Rafflesia to be found in this National Park. When in full bloom, this flower can reach three feet in width, and releases a distinct foul odour that attracts flies and other insects for pollination.
The cruise crisscrosses through the mouth of the Santubong River in search of the elusive Irrawaddy dolphin, also known as the snub-fin dolphin, known to inhabit rivers, estuaries, and coastal rivers.
Cruise along the mouth of the Santubong Peninsula, where Irrawaddy dolphins are frequently spotted. Its mangrove-lined rivers are home to a range of wildlife, including the unique Proboscis monkey. As night descends, look out Fireflies and crocodiles.
Satang Island, part of the Talang- Satang National Park and dedicated to the preservation of sea turtles. Swim and snorkel in the pristine waters, known for their vibrant corals and colourful fish species.
Cruise along the Sarawak River, retracing James Brooke's first arrival in Sarawak, while taking in the sunset and nighttime views of the city’s diverse phases.
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Medan Niaga Satok, locally known as Satok Market or Kubah Ria, opens every Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning. This market is famous its fruit and vegetable stalls, run by the native women. Walk around and admire the vibrant and exotic array of vegetables, neatly displayed on mats or canvases, to entice potential buyers.
Located on a sandstone plateau, its diverse forest comprises a blend of dipterocarp and scrub forests, interspersed with isolated patches of kerangas (tropical heath forests) that are home to various mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and endemic birds species. Immerse in a day of birdwatching.
More than 61 frog species have been identified here, representing nearly one-third of Borneo Island’s total.
An exploration of the lesser-known historical sites in and around Kuching city that played a significant role during the Second World War.
Bengoh Dam offers a tranquil escape. Enjoy the peaceful journey across the pristine lake to the trail, where you’ll trek beneath towering tree canopies, cross picturesque bamboo bridges, and navigate boulders and ridges to reach the breathtaking Pe’an and Susung waterfalls.
The River Kayaking is famous for its lush rainforest, incredible scenery and pristine water.
Bako National Park, Sarawak's oldest and most renowned national park, provides the ideal introduction to the state's rich forests and wildlife.
Siniawan, a small town in the Bau district, about 25 km from Kuching. Siniawan transforms from a quiet haven by day to a bustling weekend night bazaar destination, drawing both visitors and foodies alike. Enjoy the night market on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
