About Kubah National Park
Kubah National Park is a protected rainforest reserve located about 22 kilometres west of Kuching in Sarawak, Malaysia, on the sandstone plateau of Gunung Serapi and Gunung Selang. Gazetted in 1989, it covers 22.3 square kilometres and is renowned for its exceptionally rich palm diversity with nearly 100 palm species and its frog pond hosting diverse amphibians. The park features jungle trails, waterfalls, streams and viewpoints, making it a key nature destination near Kuching.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a compact lowland and hill dipterocarp rainforest on sandstone with a network of marked jungle trails leading to waterfalls, clear forest streams and viewpoints. The park headquarters area includes a visitor information centre, accommodation chalets and the famous Frog Pond with interpretive displays. Trails such as the Waterfall Trail, Rayu Trail and Gunung Serapi Summit Trail pass through dense palm-rich forest, with opportunities for nature observation, photography and birdwatching. Facilities are basic and trails are natural and can be steep and slippery.
Key highlights
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One of the world's richest palm collections with 98 recorded palm species
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Frog Pond with interpretive area showcasing diverse frog and amphibian species
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Scenic waterfalls and forest streams along the Waterfall Trail
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Trek to Gunung Serapi summit with views over Kuching and surrounding area
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Well-marked jungle trails through mixed dipterocarp and kerangas forest
History of Kubah National Park
Gazetted as a national park in 1989 to protect the sandstone plateau forest of Gunung Serapi and Gunung Selang and its exceptional botanical diversity, particularly palms. Managed by Sarawak Forestry Corporation as part of Sarawak's Totally Protected Areas system for conservation, research and nature education.
Route
| By air | Via Kuching International Airport (KCH), then continue by road to the park |
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| By road |