Matang Wildlife Centre

Matang Wildlife Center or Kampung Budaya Sarawak is situated in Damai Beach, Sarawak, in East Malaysia. It is located at the western corner of the Kubah National Park, the rainforest habitat for endangered wildlife. It is situated about 35km away from Kuching.

One of the main attractions of Kubah National Park is the Matang Wildlife Centre. The centre acts as a house for endangered wild animals including Orang Utans, Sambar Deer, Hornbills, Sun Bears and etc. Besides being a natural home to protect all these endangered species, the centre has training program for Orang Utan. In the program, young Orang Utans who were either orphaned or were rescued from captivity are taught ways to survive in the wild.

All animals are protecting in spacious enclosures housing One amazing program launched is called 'The Great Orang Utan Projects' where you can go and experience the centre with a different way. You can apply to be a volunteer rather than a normal visitor that stop by sightseeing the wildlife centre.

There are many more attractions offered by the Matang Wildlife Centre. They are nature trails, multiple waterfalls, rock pools, swimming area, picnic spots and viewing points. You can either choose to visit the Matang Wildlife Centre as a one day trip or you can spend the night there. As its location is not far away from the city centre of Kuching, most tourists fancy one day trip.

Getting There

There is no public bus services to Matang Wildlife Centre and one of the ways to get to the centre is by cab. A taxi ride cost around RM35 (one way) from Kuching's city centre. You can also rent a van or bus from travel agency in Kuching if you are with a big group.

Attractions in Sarawak