In today’s post, I’ll take you along on a little exploration. At Kuching, the Batu Kawa–Bau road is the main highway linking Sematan and Lundu to the city. Hundreds of cars pass through daily, and many restaurants and food courts line the road—some bustling with good business.
That morning, we first visited a village called Kampung Senibong. The small connecting roads we traveled on felt like veins, weaving and linking one to another. Mist lingered in the air, and I remember seeing Mount Matang crowned with clouds at its summit, as if the mountain was wearing a hat. It was such a beautiful sight.
Not long after, we drove past a lake. Mist floated gently, quietly, almost magically over the water. It was the first time I had ever encountered such a rare and serene scene. We stopped the car, stepped out, and simply absorbed the gift of nature. Birds were singing, the morning breeze was cool, and the warm sunlight sprinkled across the earth. The plants, the water—it all felt like the world was still tucked in bed, resting peacefully.
We continued our journey and soon came across a river with crystal-clear water. The sound of the flowing stream was enchanting, like a gentle “grook…grook…” (you’ll have to watch my video to really feel it). Tiny shrimps and fish swam freely in the current, adding life to the moment.
At that time, I was craving the King of Fruits—durian—and secretly hoped we would stumble upon some along the way. Originally, we had planned to visit Mount Singai and its church, but the area was too crowded. Instead, my friend led us to another hidden spot: a waterfall that also serves as the main water source for nearby villages. Villagers had installed pipes to harvest the clean mountain water and bring it back to their homes.
I felt lucky to have a friend with such a sharp sense of direction. Thanks to him, we found this little gem. The waterfalls were small but charming, with crystal-clear streams cascading down. However, since the area isn’t managed by the forestry department, litter was scattered along the trail. Sadly, this was the work of local visitors who didn’t take care of the place.
Still, I was grateful for the gift of the day. Nature has so many treasures waiting to be discovered here in Kuching, Sarawak. While it may be difficult for the authorities to preserve every corner of the forest, I believe we can all do our part. If you see a plastic bag or a can in the woods, please pick it up and dispose of it properly. Small actions make a big difference.
That was my mini expedition. Now, let’s watch the video I made from this little adventure…
And I have a question : What is the name of the mountain near the Bau area ??