Deer Cave
Gua Payau
One of the world's largest cave passages, over 100 meters wide and high, with an entrance silhouette that resembles Abraham Lincoln's profile, and home to millions of bats.
The main passage of Deer Cave is about 2 km long, roughly 170 meters wide and 120 meters high at its widest points, and was long considered the largest cave passage in the world. Inside, a “shower” waterfall pours down through a skylight. Looking back from inside, the outline of the cave mouth resembles the profile of President Abraham Lincoln. The ceiling is home to two to three million wrinkle-lipped bats. Visits are only possible with a park guide, usually departing in the afternoon and often combined with Lang Cave. From park headquarters it is about 3 km, or 1 hour, along a wooden boardwalk. Check the park website for entrance and guide fees. Bring a flashlight, wear non-slip shoes, and expect a smell of bat guano inside.
Opening hours
Guided groups depart about 2:00 PM
Nearby sights
- Lang Cave
- Bat Observatory (Bat Exodus)
- Mulu Canopy Skywalk
- Garden of Eden Valley Walk
- Paku Waterfall
- Park HQ & Night Walk
- Lagang Cave (Fast Lane)
- Batu Bungan Penan Village