Places of Interest around the Damai area
Mount Santubong
From the South China Sea, the legendary Mount Santubong is likened to the shape of lady laying face up.
Mount Santubong is located approximately 1 km away (2 to 3 mins. drive) from Damai Beach Resort. Make a date with Mother Nature and trek through the world’s oldest tropical rainforest. Discover exotic flora and fauna and interesting wildlife.
Makam Sultan Tengah (Tomb of Sultan Tengah)
Sultan Tengah was the first and the last Sultan of Sarawak.
When Sultan Tengah passed away, he was buried together with his family members,
the location of which is the Tomb of Sultan Tengah.
The tomb is located about 3 kms away from the Resort (approx. 10 mins. drive).
Kampung Santubong (Santubong Village)
In the past, the Santubong area was famous for its trade, as evidenced by the remnants of English, Hindu and Chinese influence in Kampung Santubong.
The locals claim that Kampung Santubong, previously known as Kampung Teluk Pasir Putih, was given its name by the Chinese settlers trading in the area. It is approx. 4 kms away from the resort (approx. 10 mins’ drive).
Among the interesting sites to visit in Kampung Santubong are:
- ‘Batu Buaya’ (the Cursed Crocodile Stone) – local legends claim that it was a white crocodile which was cursed by a Hindu priest into a stone
- ‘Bong Kisam’ – an ancient artifact of early Hindu influence
- 'Pulau Kera' (Monkey Island) – an island located a short distance away from Kampung Santubong. According to the local legend, the island was the site where Princess Sejinjang’s head was buried when it was decapitated by Princess Santubong.
Guests are also able to patronize stalls selling local delicacies in Kampung Santubong.
‘Batu Bergambar’(Picture Stone)
Located about 8 kms (16 mins. drive) away from the resort, this stone, with the shape of a man carved into it, is evidence of early Hindu influence.
Kampung Buntal (Buntal Village)
Kampung Buntal is a fishing village located approx.10 kms away from the resort (20 mins’ drive).
Currently, it is the favourite place for locals and tourists alike for seafood cuisine.
Tucked away at the foothills of Mount Santubong is the award-winning ‘living museum’, the Sarawak Cultural Village, which is the official venue for the world-renowned Rainforest World Music Festival.
Located just 1 km (10 mins' walk) away from the resort, visitors are able to experience first hand, Sarawak’s ethnic diversity and have an insight into longhouse hospitality.
Boasting the true elegance of an 18-hole golf course, the very first golf course in Malaysia designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, this unique par – 72 course is designed to provide two entirely different golfing experience – the ‘Mountain nine’ and the ‘Ocean nine’.
Located about 5 mins’ drive from the resort, Damai Golf and Country Club is a must experience for all golfers.