Best trails in Bako National Park

This route takes you to the most popular attractions in Bako. It winds through wooded hills overlooking the Gulf of Assam. It then continues along a sandy path lined with carnivorous pitcher plants, before reaching the top of a cliff with a spectacular view of the bay below. Climbers have to descend through cliff vegetation to reach one of the best beaches in the park. Watch out for monkeys and snakes in this area. There are many tree stumps along the path, so be careful. There is an...

The route passes through the cliff forest and takes you to a small secluded beach. Along this route, you can expect to see proboscis monkeys, especially in the early morning or late afternoon. Some places on this route may be muddy and slippery, especially in the rainy season. There are a lot of mosquitoes and bugs in this area, so insect repellent is a must. There is a fee to enter this area.

Gelung Lintang passes through almost all types of vegetation found in Bako. If you are lucky, you might see a group of proboscis monkeys and snakes along this route. Bukit Tambi viewpoint is a short detour from the main route and overlooks the western part of the park. To get an interesting view of the surroundings, climb clockwise. If you intend to climb stairs, climb counter-clockwise. Some places on the trail have large tree roots, tree stumps, and are likely to be muddy and slippery...

This trail winds through vegetation and scrub and ascends the forested hills overlooking Telok Assam. It then continues along a sandy path lined with carnivorous pitcher plants. Keep an eye out for proboscis monkeys. The route may be muddy and slippery in certain sections, especially in the rainy season. There is an entrance fee to this area.

This route passes through cliff forest. Along this route, you can expect to see a harem of proboscis monkeys. Listen out for strange grunting noises or the crash of vegetation. Most parts of the route are flat terrain, with some rough and rocky sections. The route may be muddy and slippery, especially in the rainy season. There is an entrance fee to this area.

This route winds through cliff vegetation overlooking Telok Assam, the South China Sea, and Santubong. You can expect to see many different kinds of animals and plants along this route including proboscis monkeys and carnivorous pitcher plants. Some parts of the route are quite steep, so be careful. During the rainy season, the route may be muddy and slippery in certain places. There is an entrance fee to enter this area.

The first part of the route passes through swamp forest and a flat section where proboscis monkeys are sometimes seen. The trail then continues with a steep uphill climb and at times you must hang on to tree roots to keep your balance. Once you reach the top, you will be rewarded with breathtaking views of Bako’s coastline. There is an entrance fee to enter this area.

This route branches off the Tajor trail and leads to the rocky Rhu and a small headland. Here, you can see wave-cut platforms and rock pools. You can expect to see many different kinds of animals and plants along this route especially the proboscis monkeys and carnivorous pitcher plants. There is an entrance fee to this area.

This route winds through cliff vegetation overlooking Telok Assam, the South China Sea, and Santubong. You can expect to see many different kinds of animals and plants along this route including proboscis monkeys and carnivorous pitcher plants. Some parts of the route are quite steep, so be careful. During the rainy season, the route may be muddy and slippery in certain places. There is an entrance fee to enter this area.

This route winds through the cliff forest and ends with a steep climb down to a small beach and waterfall. Along the way, you can see wave-cut platforms and rock pools. Hikers are reminded to bring along a hat as the sun can be quite fierce on the exposed sections of the trail. The waterfall has a beautiful jungle setting and a small dip pool. Watch out for slippery rocks along the Tajor stream. There is an entrance fee to enter this area.