Mulu Caves, Miri, Sarawak

Susanna helped to arrange for the Mulu Caves for 2 days 1 night only me and sis.

After waited for about 1 hour and much announcement that our flight got delayed, finally, we were told that the flight was cancelled. Well, there was nothing much that we can do. We were told to proceed to FAX office for next arrangement. By then, Susanna has gone and I have to call her to come to pick us up. And we have to pick-up our luggages from the arrival hall.

It was a havoc. Some people wanted refund, some were alright to take on the flight the next morning. For us, we wanted the refund as we have got other plans. And then, we were being told to wait for arrangement. Waited patiently. And Susanna arrived. As I was sitting trying to be patient waiting for my arrangement, then, we were told to board the plane immediately as the flight was waiting for us ready to go. The flight has only 2 seats available which was just nice for us.

So, we went to departure hall again. Actually, ran. Our luggages became hand luggages. An official was waiting us at the departure hall. And walked us to the flight. By then, the propeller started and ready to go. Once, we were in the flight, the door closed, and took-off. What an experience!! This was like movie, wasn't it?
Everything happened too fast.

It was a small flight and only fly up to 3,000 m. Hey, that's lower than Mt. Kinabalu, isn't it?

Later, we found out that it was the 1st and only flight into Mulu that day. The morning flight went in and couldn't land due to bad weather and couldn't start the engine upon returned to Miri. So, we are actually very blessed. And all flights have to fly out before 5pm so not to destroy the ecosystem there. Bats are coming out about 5pm.

We arrived Mulu at 4.30pm. Then, we started the walk to Deer Cave and Lang Cave. It was an easy walk. We tried to walk as fast as possible so to reach there before the gate closed at 5pm. We reached there at 5.10pm and too bad, we can't go in any more. Instead many have to come out. Else, we will disturb the bats.

It was kinda sad that we couldn't go into the Deer Cave, the world largest cave. Then, we just sat outside and watch the bats coming out. It was so majestic. So many of them.

Then, it was getting dark and we started to walk back. We enjoyed the walk. Malaysia is very rich in the rainforest.

Then, we were transferred to Mulu Royal Resort. It was a really nice resort. And we had our dinner and rested there.

Miri, Sarawak

Planned for this Miri trip with mom and sis. Mom has been saying that she has not been to Miri. So, I booked Air Asia. And I can visit Susanna as well.

Susanna picked us up from Miri airport and we went to town awhile. Basically, didn't do much for the day. Only went to the beach. Look at where Shell expatriates live. Bungalows! Like Australia/ NZ type of houses. The whole environment is so nice.

Susanna also took us to look at the bungalows built near the beach. There were all so huge, like a mansion. Some really make us wonder if that's a house or motel or hotel. They have huge land, huge house, private pathway to their private beach. This is in Miri. Wow...

White Water Rafting

MC invited me for RAND (Radio Access Network Development) outing for white water rafting. I accepted that of course with my boss approval that I can go. Yippy!! :D

Then, the fear kicked-in. Is it safe and alright? I don't know how to swim wor though I was told that we will be having life jacket? But, still... Cos, I have had very bad experience riding on the Banana Boat thingy. Despite the fear, I still went.

The bus was late. So, late. Upon arrival at KKB, we were divided into groups, briefing and instructions were given. And off we went into the boat.

There were some practices before the real thing especially to get us familiar with the instructions. And off we started. It was a lot of screaming, laughing, fear, excitement. I rescued a few of the team members. Rescued means pull them back into the boat. And I also fall into the water once. And other will have to rescue me. There's rope at the side of the boat for us to hold on.

We stopped at a waterfall for some snacks. We were all so hungry. And continued. Then, we had late lunch.

It was a great experience! I like it. More of it. :)

Well, I was a little late for TIC. Sorry.. And the team let me got down of the bus and I ran back to office and conducted TIC. haha....