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Board a motorised launch for a trip along the historical Sarawak
River where Sir James Brooke more than 150 years ago sailed up
its waters on his schooner, the Royalist, to make a name for himself
in Sarawak's modern history. Cruising pass the swaying leaves
of nipah palms, coconut and mangrove trees and fishing villages
you may be able to catch glimpses of mudskippers foraging on the
mud-banks or even tiny agile flying fish leaping across the bow
of your boat. As the meandering river joins the South China Sea
the boat will go pass Mt Santubong and you will see a great number
of "kilong" structures along the shallow shores, the preferred
and traditional style of fishing of local Malay fishermen. Arrive
at Satang Island, traditionally a haven for turtles on their migratory
journey around the world. Spend a few hours swimming and snorkelling
in the pristine waters of Satang, well known for its beautiful
corals, its huge lobsters and colourful fish. A picnic lunch will
be served by the beach. In the afternoon return to Kuching via
the same route. |
