Kuching River Cruise

The Sarawak River in Kuching & the Kuching waterfront has always been the main picture that comes to mind when I think of Kuching. That could be the influence of what we learnt in history & geography I guess (does it feel the same for you?).

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.