So, when I was in Kuching, I went to search some information on the Sarawak/ Kuching River Cruise.
Apparently, there is one big river cruise that ferries tourists along the Sarawak River during evenings/ sunsets. But as I got to know some local folk, they mentioned, how bout trying the 'real cruise'... the one on this sampan (small boat).He says that the journey will be a lil shorter, but wil still be able to see most of what the other big cruise does. This to me is quite unique and I agreed!
Here are some of the things I saw on the sampan river cruise:
The kampungs just by the river bank - I mentioned before, and I'll mention again - just so peaceful :)
Is this the State Mosque?
I was surprised to see more jetty further down the river... this river really has life!
I was glad I managed to capture this - the Astana, which is the Official Residence of The Sarawak Governor (btw, this is the picture I think of Kuching all these while) :)
One of the nice things to enjoy on this River Cruise is really the sunset. Btw, the big building on the right is the to be ready State Parliament.
The ride was smooth. But then dark fell, and it was time to turn the boat around... back to Kuching's city view.
And then off the boat... with the parting shot. The lights reflections with the sunset behind... what a sight!This is really an experience.... and I can finally say "I've seen Kuching!". Haha!
But of course, Kuching goes beyond the river - and that's up next!
*The boat charter range around RM40-60.
But of course, Kuching goes beyond the river - and that's up next!
*The boat charter range around RM40-60.
I guess I would take a sampan too vs the cruise...coz everyone else would definitely opt for the usual cruise thing which is so popular with tourists.
ReplyDeleteLike in Istanbul, the Bosphorous cruise is a must as you get to see a different side of the city vs travelling on a tour bus.
wow!! nice pictures. I love the first one, a man and the view is awesome. yeah kuching has lots of hidden fantastic places to visit. RM40-60 is ok to cruise along sarawak river. it's fantastic, I'm planning to take a ride on sampan when i'm back to kuching later. I've been to the cruise, sampan ride is more an experience. wow!!
ReplyDeleteThe blue hour shots (last two) are awesome! And how long was the boat cruise?
ReplyDeleteNothing beats the real thing right? You must have had a great time huh! =)
ReplyDeleteNice shoots! Especially the last picture!
ReplyDeleteHow long the boat ride?
Thanks.
Was the boat ride safe?
ReplyDeleteThat is not the state mosque. It is called Kuching Town Mosque (a.k.a Divisional Mosque). I blogged about that mosque this week. it offer a good view from the hilltop
ReplyDeleteWah then next time better take sampan xD
ReplyDeleteNice photos! I always like river cruises, and I look forward to my upcoming Li River cruise in Guilin : )
ReplyDeleteenjoy looking at Kuching through your eyes
ReplyDeleteYou really make me miss Kuching! I love boat rides and the next time I'm there, I 'll make it a point to have one of those river cruises. ;-)
ReplyDeleteI don't like the sampan cruise. Too close to the murky waters.. (Aiks) Unless the waters were clean and pristine. ha ha
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