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ATTRACTIONS & ACTIVITIES

Stands of trees such as Acacia mangium, Jagus,

Klinkii Pine and Kapur bukit (Dryobalanops sp.) can

also be found.

The Wasai Kendal

Located in Mukim Kilanas, roughly 1.5 kilometres

off Jalan Tutong, the Wasai Kendal is best

known for its charming waterfall, wide trails,

picturesque pools and beautiful blooms. The

waterfall attracts nature photographers eager to

capture its impressive scenes, but it is also the

perfect respite for those looking to spend time

away from the city.

Tutong

Tasek Merimbun Heritage Park

Home to Brunei’s largest black water lake,

this 7,800-hectare site was declared the

ASEAN Heritage Park on November 29,

1984. Encompassing a peat swamp forest,

freshwater lake and grass marsh habitat,

the park is home to a vast diversity of flora

and fauna. The park is located roughly 27

kilometres away from Tutong Town.

With a total land area of 220 hectares, the

lake sustains a large range of marine life,

including 50 species of freshwater fish, while

its surroundings accommodate over 200 bird

species and 83 types of mammals. Examples

include the red leaf monkey and gibbon, white-

collared fruit bat and clouded leopard. Its

diverse flora includes the rare tiger orchid and

carnivorous Nepenthes pitcher plant. While

the park has nature trails that allow guests to

enjoy the park by foot, the park also provides a

lake cruise, allowing guests to truly experience

all that Tasek Merimbun has to offer.

Seri Kenangan

Seri Kenangan Beach literally means “the

unforgettable beach”. Lined with Casuarina

trees and with a gorgeous view of the beach,

it is unsurprising why it is a popular recreation

retreat. Mostly packed during the weekends

and public holidays, it comes equipped with

barbecue stations, food kiosks, playgrounds

and changing rooms. Seri Kenangan Beach is

located at Kampung Sengkarai.

Belait

Sungai Liang Forest Recreational Park

Considered the district’s hidden treasure, this

park was officially opened in March 1989,

making it one of the Forestry Department’s

oldest recreation parks. Located along Jalan

Labi with an area of roughly 14 hectares, this

park is equipped with hiking trails allowing easy

access into the forest as well as walking tracks.

The park is a popular educational destination

for students and researchers due to its variety

of trees – some of which are labelled with

information pertaining to the specific species

of plants. These guests, as well as domestic

and international tourists, professionals and

scientists make up the park’s recorded 10,000

monthly visitors.

Bukit Teraja

Located near the edges of Belait District is the

aptly named Bukit Teraja, one of the tallest hills

in the Labi area. Conserved as a recreational

area, the paths are well-marked. However,

trekking in groups with an experienced guide

is highly encouraged. Trekkers who reach the

peak are treated with stunning views of the

Baram valley to the north and Gunung Mulu

to the south. A quick visit to the hill’s stunning

“Wasai” or waterfall is also recommended.

Wasai Wong Kadir

Another one of Belait District’s hidden treasure

is the Wasai Wong Kadir, nestled within the

Rampayoh Forest in Labi. While it may not

be as well-known as its counterparts in other

districts, the place is a great option for Belait

residents, offering facilities such as picnic huts

and shelters for gatherings and events, while

the stream near the park’s entrance is great

for a refreshing dip. The park’s centrepiece

however is the 12-foot waterfall, a reward for

hikers after a strenuous 30-minute uphill hike.

Luagan Lalak Forest Recreation Park

Found further along Jalan Labi and part of the

Labi Hills Forest Reserve is the 270-hectare

Luagan Lalak Forest Recreation Park. A network

of wooden walkways with shelters along the

way is spread across the alluvial freshwater

swamp or “empran”, which may look like a

lake during wetter months. During the drier

months, the water level in the swamp decreases

significantly to reveal sedges – mainly of

the Lepironia species. Recently identified as

a tourist attraction, the Ministry of Primary

Resources and Tourism aims to utilise the park

– as well as other features within the Labi area

– to further emphasise Belait’s potential as a

top ecotourism spot.