With plenty of interconnected trails and a bountiful ecosystem, the Lambir Hills National Park has something interesting to offer anyone who visits!
Opening hours
Always open
What to expect?
What to expect?
Located 30km from the city of Miri, it takes approximately 45 minutes to get to Lambir Hills National Park by car. Despite being one of the smaller forests in the state, don’t let its size fool you! It has been recorded that there are over 237 species of birds and 64 species of mammals coexist in this area of 6952 hectares.
The special geography of Lambir Hills also gives rise to multiple pools, waterfalls and slopes along the forest where there are about more than a dozen hiking trails. These include famous ones such as the Latak Waterfall Trail which is a easy hike leading up to a 25-metre high waterfall. If waterfalls are not your thing there is also a Bukit Lambir Summit trail that leads up to beautiful views of the South China Sea.
Lambir Hill National Park is Sarawak’s 4th oldest national park and it is often visited by researchers or students for fieldwork expeditions. Aside from that, there are also campsites provided for visitors to experience camping in the national park area. If you are not into camping, other types of accommodations are also available such as chalets and lodges. With the facilities provided and considering the ease of access from Miri to Lambir Hills National Park, it makes a perfect day trip option or even a nature excursion for a few nights.
The special geography of Lambir Hills also gives rise to multiple pools, waterfalls and slopes along the forest where there are about more than a dozen hiking trails. These include famous ones such as the Latak Waterfall Trail which is a easy hike leading up to a 25-metre high waterfall. If waterfalls are not your thing there is also a Bukit Lambir Summit trail that leads up to beautiful views of the South China Sea.
Lambir Hill National Park is Sarawak’s 4th oldest national park and it is often visited by researchers or students for fieldwork expeditions. Aside from that, there are also campsites provided for visitors to experience camping in the national park area. If you are not into camping, other types of accommodations are also available such as chalets and lodges. With the facilities provided and considering the ease of access from Miri to Lambir Hills National Park, it makes a perfect day trip option or even a nature excursion for a few nights.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Sufficient amount of water for your hike (min 2 litres).
- Proper hiking / outdoor shoes with a profile.
- Sports camera such as a GoPro,
- Sun block.
- Whistle.
- Torchlight / headlamp.
- Raincoat.
- Insect repellant.
- Food such as energy bars, dried fruit and chocolate.
- Camping, food supply and outdoor equipments (if needed).
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Basic showering areas.
- Canteen selling light food and drinks (at the park’s grounds)
- Chalet units.
- Camping site.
- Information desk.
- Surau.
- Car park.
- Accommodation options.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Follow the safety ropes and other equipment placed along the trail to safely navigate through steep slopes and other obstacles.
- Do not go hiking alone if you are inexperienced or if it is your first time.
- Wear proper hiking shoes to avoid slipping on the hiking trails.
- Be cautious of changes in your route during hiking as some trails have been damaged by weather. There will be signposts informing you where to go.
- Do not get too close to the wildlife or disturb them.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you are planning to camp or stay overnight, try to pack some food and water from town rather than purchasing it here as it might be expensive.
- Ask the staff at the information desk if you are interested to know all hiking trails offered. Then, decide on the route to take. Lambir Hills has everything from a 90-minute joy hike to a summit trail that takes up to 7 hours of hiking.
- Register your name with the park headquarters before heading off on your hike.
- Best time to visit is during the morning to catch the sunrise!
- It is also suitable to visit Lambir Hills National Park with your family as there is an easy trail for families to walk and enjoy picnic next to a stunning waterfall.
- For great photography opportunities, get on the hiking trail that leads to a canopy walkway and tree-tower. Here, you can explore the spectacular views in the middle of Borneo rainforest.
- Another trail worth checking out is the Bukit Pantu Viewpoint, where visitors will walk through the rainforest surrounded by massive shady trees and visit the Pantu Waterfall.
What to expect?
What to expect?
Located 30km from the city of Miri, it takes approximately 45 minutes to get to Lambir Hills National Park by car. Despite being one of the smaller forests in the state, don’t let its size fool you! It has been recorded that there are over 237 species of birds and 64 species of mammals coexist in this area of 6952 hectares.
The special geography of Lambir Hills also gives rise to multiple pools, waterfalls and slopes along the forest where there are about more than a dozen hiking trails. These include famous ones such as the Latak Waterfall Trail which is a easy hike leading up to a 25-metre high waterfall. If waterfalls are not your thing there is also a Bukit Lambir Summit trail that leads up to beautiful views of the South China Sea.
Lambir Hill National Park is Sarawak’s 4th oldest national park and it is often visited by researchers or students for fieldwork expeditions. Aside from that, there are also campsites provided for visitors to experience camping in the national park area. If you are not into camping, other types of accommodations are also available such as chalets and lodges. With the facilities provided and considering the ease of access from Miri to Lambir Hills National Park, it makes a perfect day trip option or even a nature excursion for a few nights.
The special geography of Lambir Hills also gives rise to multiple pools, waterfalls and slopes along the forest where there are about more than a dozen hiking trails. These include famous ones such as the Latak Waterfall Trail which is a easy hike leading up to a 25-metre high waterfall. If waterfalls are not your thing there is also a Bukit Lambir Summit trail that leads up to beautiful views of the South China Sea.
Lambir Hill National Park is Sarawak’s 4th oldest national park and it is often visited by researchers or students for fieldwork expeditions. Aside from that, there are also campsites provided for visitors to experience camping in the national park area. If you are not into camping, other types of accommodations are also available such as chalets and lodges. With the facilities provided and considering the ease of access from Miri to Lambir Hills National Park, it makes a perfect day trip option or even a nature excursion for a few nights.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Sufficient amount of water for your hike (min 2 litres).
- Proper hiking / outdoor shoes with a profile.
- Sports camera such as a GoPro,
- Sun block.
- Whistle.
- Torchlight / headlamp.
- Raincoat.
- Insect repellant.
- Food such as energy bars, dried fruit and chocolate.
- Camping, food supply and outdoor equipments (if needed).
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Basic showering areas.
- Canteen selling light food and drinks (at the park’s grounds)
- Chalet units.
- Camping site.
- Information desk.
- Surau.
- Car park.
- Accommodation options.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Follow the safety ropes and other equipment placed along the trail to safely navigate through steep slopes and other obstacles.
- Do not go hiking alone if you are inexperienced or if it is your first time.
- Wear proper hiking shoes to avoid slipping on the hiking trails.
- Be cautious of changes in your route during hiking as some trails have been damaged by weather. There will be signposts informing you where to go.
- Do not get too close to the wildlife or disturb them.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- If you are planning to camp or stay overnight, try to pack some food and water from town rather than purchasing it here as it might be expensive.
- Ask the staff at the information desk if you are interested to know all hiking trails offered. Then, decide on the route to take. Lambir Hills has everything from a 90-minute joy hike to a summit trail that takes up to 7 hours of hiking.
- Register your name with the park headquarters before heading off on your hike.
- Best time to visit is during the morning to catch the sunrise!
- It is also suitable to visit Lambir Hills National Park with your family as there is an easy trail for families to walk and enjoy picnic next to a stunning waterfall.
- For great photography opportunities, get on the hiking trail that leads to a canopy walkway and tree-tower. Here, you can explore the spectacular views in the middle of Borneo rainforest.
- Another trail worth checking out is the Bukit Pantu Viewpoint, where visitors will walk through the rainforest surrounded by massive shady trees and visit the Pantu Waterfall.
With plenty of interconnected trails and a bountiful ecosystem, the Lambir Hills National Park has something interesting to offer anyone who visits!
Opening hours
Always open
