Fairy Cave (Bau)
Gua Pari-Pari
A huge limestone cave in Bau, its entrance high on a cliff face. The rock formations inside resemble fairies, and the natural light is dramatic.
Fairy Cave is located in Bau, about 40 km southwest of Kuching. To reach the high cave entrance, you climb a steep concrete staircase. Inside, the cave is vast, and daylight slants in from the opening, illuminating stalactites and moss. One rock formation resembling Guanyin is worshipped by Chinese visitors. You can keep climbing to the upper platforms within the cave. Admission is about RM 5. The cave floor is slippery, so wear non-slip shoes and bring a flashlight. It can be combined with the nearby Wind Cave and the Siniawan old street for a half-day tour.
Opening hours
08:30–16:30
Nearby sights
- Wind Cave Nature Reserve
- Siniawan Old Town Night Market
- Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
- Kubah National Park
- Matang Wildlife Centre
- Satok Weekend Market
- Annah Rais Longhouse
- Borneo Cultures Museum