Santubong Irrawaddy Dolphin & Wetland Exploration
- 4h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy a scenic morning cruise through the mangrove waterways of Kuching Wetlands toward the South China Sea. Keep your eyes open for the elusive **Irrawaddy dolphin** near the Santubong River estuary, one of Sarawak’s notable areas for dolphin sightings. Along the way, explore tranquil wetlands and mangrove forests while looking for proboscis monkeys, kingfishers, eagles, and other wildlife along the riverbanks. This relaxing nature experience offers a wonderful opportunity to discover Sarawak’s unique coastal ecosystem. *Wildlife sightings are subject to natural conditions and are not guaranteed.*
Inclusions
What's included
- Lifejacket
- Bottled water
- Admission fee
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's not
- Travel Insurance
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel at around 8:00 am for a scenic 40–50 minute drive to a boat club jetty near Kuching Wetlands. Upon arrival, you will embark on a charming river cruise and head toward the South China Sea, traveling along tranquil mangrove rivers while keeping a lookout for the elusive Irrawaddy dolphin, also known as the snubfin dolphin, near the mouth of the Santubong River. The Santubong area is widely regarded as one of the best locations in Sarawak to spot Irrawaddy dolphins, which inhabit estuaries and shallow coastal waters. As the cruise continues, we navigate through winding wetlands waterways and estuaries, offering opportunities to observe the rich wildlife that thrives in this lush ecosystem. Sightings may include a variety of bird species and the iconic proboscis monkey, often seen along the mangrove fringes.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- AJ Borneo Tours & Travels
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Kuching
- Its from-price is 47% below the median of the 85 experiences we list in Kuching.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kuching
Kuching, capital of Sarawak on Borneo, is a river city of colonial buildings, Chinese temples and nearby rainforest with orangutans.
Kuching stretches along the Sarawak River in the north-west of Borneo, with a waterfront promenade between old colonial buildings. The Brooke family, the White Rajahs, ruled Sarawak from here for a century, and their legacy survives in Fort Margherita, the Astana across the river and the Old Courthouse. The shophouses of the old Chinese quarter and the Tua Pek Kong temple show the other side of the city's heritage.
Top-ranked sights in Kuching: Kubah National Park, Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Bako National Park.
