This desert trip is for amateur campers from Peninsular Malaysia who want to extend their experience across the ocean to Sarawak.
The large state is undoubtedly one of the last frontiers for a nature camping experience, with crystal clear beaches and large sandy beaches. For senior citizens looking to camp in Borneo, the price of RM1,000 per person for a five-day trip is affordable for 37% of the domestic tourism market, according to a recent travel website survey.
For newcomers to Sarawak, it is best to join a group of two or three people. A small group wants to rent a plane in the Adventure section, where the emphasis is on camping rather than off-roading. There was a lot of dry wood on the beach, which made it easy to build a small friendly fire. But there was a heavy rain in the early morning of the wind so strong that they knocked down the tap of at least a third of the campers. Other experienced campers prepare for the change in weather before going to bed. The taps are properly hinged to shed rainwater, preventing a lot of cold water from getting on them. The highlight of the camping trip was a two-night stop at the Ulu Kanowit River, below the Rantau Limau longhouse.
The acre-long beach park of washed-out cobbles and sandstone provided plenty of space for campers, like this writer in a Toyota Land Cruiser 8 Series, as well as small groups. One of them was a Bruneian family who came in three trucks: father and mother in their beautiful Toyota BJ60, uncle and aunt in Toyota 80 Series, and son and driver in a small wheelbase Toyota LC2.
Ulu Kanowit River is a large river by the standards of Peninsular Malaysia: it is about 20 meters wide with narrow sides, its crystal clear water flows across the clear water. It is also full of fish as this long beach is the subject of a long house taggang event. Just like Sabah Tagal, this is a traditional conservation program where fishing season is allowed only after the breeding and childbirth season.
The 7th Sarawak International 4×4 Jamboree which ended on September 20 was actually a five-day camping trip on a road 350km northeast of Kuching. The parks surround Betong, Lubok Antu, Kanowit, Julau and Pakan.
This 7th Jamboree was a camping dream come true as many factors came together including the great weather and the wonderful camaraderie of the Sarawakians as well as the Bruneians and Indonesians who participated in record numbers. Next year’s Jamboree will likely be held in Sibu Division, a historic town founded by early Chinese traders from Fuzhou, China. If the Sarawak Adventure Travel Club (Sakta), the organizers of the Sarawak Jamboree, chooses the Sibu section, it will be convenient for West Malaysians because of the flights between Kuala Lumpur and Sibu.
Speaking about the success of this year’s Jamboree, Sakta chairman Jirram Gima said that the committee specifically chose September because it is a warm month where the beaches are sparkling and camping is taste. Sakta founder Meeks Mape added: “Off-roading and luxury camping have always been the focus of the club. We are proud to share the riches of Sarawak with local and international travelers. » The entry fee for this year’s Sarawak Jamboree from September 14 to 20 is RM900 for each truck, including the driver and driver, and every other person pays RM500. Camping is free. Bring your own food, water and fuel. You will also need to arrange one night’s accommodation upon arrival and one night’s stay upon departure. There are some great businesses and restaurants in Sibu and there is a great selection of seafood restaurants. It is possible to rent accommodation from a rental company for about RM300 per day. Plan to buy 20kg of extra luggage to accommodate your favorite camping bed,
personal and group gear such as tents, kettles and pots and pans. Buy water jerrycans, camping stoves and gas bottles in Sibu itself.
