Sukau Riverside Homestay

Key Details for a Kinabatangan Sunset

ExperienceBest Viewing Experience: Afternoon river cruises (around 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM) are designed to end just as the sun sets, maximizing both wildlife viewing and scenery.

Location: Popular areas for viewing the sunset include Sukau, Bilit, and along the tributary Sungai Menanggol.

Scenery & Atmosphere: As the sun sets, the floodplain forests sparkle with changing hues, offering a peaceful break in a tranquil environment.

The monkey is a Southern Pig-tailed Macaque (Macaca nemestrina), a species native to Southeast Asia.

Distinctive Features: They are easily recognized by the dark brown crest of hair on their head and a short tail that often curls over their back.

Habitat: These macaques are primarily found in tropical rainforests in Malaysia, Indonesia, and southern Thailand.

Behavior: While they are skilled climbers that spend time in trees, they are mostly terrestrial and are known to be strong swimmers.