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Gunung Mulu National Park

UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITE

Gunung Mulu National Park, situated in the Malaysian State of Sarawak on the island of Borneo, is important for its biodiversity and karst features.

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Gunung Mulu National Park

Designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in November 2000 for its dramatic landscapes and immense biological significance, Gunung Mulu National Park is a treasure trove of biodiversity, geological wonders, and breathtaking natural beauty. Dominated by the 2,376-meter-high sandstone pinnacle of Gunung Mulu, the park is the most extensively studied tropical karst area in the world.

Spanning over 52,864 hectares, the park boasts 17 vegetation zones, sheltering an extraordinary array of wildlife, including millions of bats and cave swiftlets, and housing more than 3,500 species of vascular plants. Within its boundaries lies the awe-inspiring Sarawak Chamber, the world’s largest known underground cave chamber, which is part of the Good Luck Cave system.

Rich in limestone formations and teeming with flora and fauna, Gunung Mulu National Park offers visitors the chance to explore extensive cave networks, trek through pristine rainforests, or ascend peaks for panoramic views of Sarawak’s untamed wilderness. It is truly a must-visit destination for adventurers, scientists, and nature enthusiasts alike.

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Gunung Mulu National Park

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Gunung Mulu National Park

52,864 HACTARES

The park spans a vast area of 52,864 hectares, making it one of the largest national parks in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo.

3,800 PLANT SPECIES

The park is home to an impressive diversity of flora, with over 3,800 recorded plant species, including 400 species of ferns.

295KM OF CAVES

The cave systems in Gunung Mulu, including Clearwater Cave and Deer Cave, have over 295 kilometers of explored passages, with new discoveries still being made.

45M LIMESTONE PINNACLES

The park’s famous Pinnacles are razor-sharp limestone formations that rise up to 45 meters tall, offering a stunning natural spectacle.