Bako National Park, a short boat ride from Kuching, is one of the most reliable places on Earth to see wild proboscis monkeys, often spotted from the park's coastal trails and around the mangrove boardwalks. The compact park mixes forest, cliffs and beaches, so a day of easy walking turns up monkeys, bearded pigs and pit vipers. They can be seen year-round, with the drier months from May to September the most comfortable for trekking.
Bako National Park, a short boat ride from Kuching, is one of the most reliable places on Earth to see wild proboscis monkeys, often spotted from the park's coastal trails and around the mangrove boardwalks. The compact park mixes forest, cliffs and beaches, so a day of easy walking turns up monkeys, bearded pigs and pit vipers. They can be seen year-round, with the drier months from May to September the most comfortable for trekking.
Up to 82% sighting chance in Bako National Park, Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia. Best months: June, July, May.
Very reliable; Bako is one of the best places anywhere to see them, often along the coastal trails and mangrove boardwalks near park HQ.
Drive or take a bus from Kuching to Bako village, then a short licensed boat transfer to the park jetty.
Park entry is around 20 MYR plus a boat transfer of roughly 20 to 30 MYR each way (2026 prices), with day trips and overnight hostels available.
