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Sematan to Simanggang

Updated: March 14, 2024 09:05 AM
Simanggang

Sematan to Simanggang - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Sematan is a small town in the Lundu District of Sarawak, Malaysia. It is located on the coast of the South China Sea, about 60 kilometers (37 miles) north of Kuching. Simanggang is a town in the Sri Aman Division of Sarawak, Malaysia. It is located on the banks of the Batang Lupar River, about 120 kilometers (75 miles) south of Kuching.


Language

The official language of Malaysia is Malay, but English is also widely spoken. In Sematan and Simanggang, the most common language spoken is Sarawak Malay, which is a dialect of Malay.


Currency

The official currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian ringgit (MYR). The ringgit is divided into 100 sen.


Distance

The distance between Sematan and Simanggang is approximately 240 kilometers (150 miles).


How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Sematan to Simanggang.

  • By car: The drive from Sematan to Simanggang takes about 4 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus companies that offer daily service between Sematan and Simanggang. The journey takes about 5 hours.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Sematan to Simanggang will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By car: The cost of petrol will be about MYR 50.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket will be about MYR 30.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Sematan and Simanggang is during the dry season, which runs from May to September. During this time, the weather is hot and sunny, with little rain.


What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Sematan and Simanggang.

  • In Sematan, be sure to try the local seafood dishes, such as ikan bakar (grilled fish) and udang galah (river prawns).
  • In Simanggang, be sure to try the local Melanau cuisine, such as pansoh (glutinous rice cooked in bamboo) and umai (raw fish salad).

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Sematan and Simanggang.

  • In Sematan, be sure to visit the Sematan Beach, the Sematan Fort, and the Sematan Waterfalls.
  • In Simanggang, be sure to visit the Simanggang Museum, the Batang Lupar River, and the Simanggang Botanical Garden.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Sematan to Simanggang.

  • What is the best way to get from Sematan to Simanggang? The best way to get from Sematan to Simanggang is by car. The drive takes about 4 hours and the cost of petrol will be about MYR 50.
  • How long does it take to get from Sematan to Simanggang? The drive from Sematan to Simanggang takes about 4 hours.
  • How much does it cost to get from Sematan to Simanggang? The cost of getting from Sematan to Simanggang will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. By car, the cost of petrol will be about MYR 50. By bus, the cost of a ticket will be about MYR 30.
  • What is the best time to visit Sematan and Simanggang? The best time to visit Sematan and Simanggang is during the dry season, which runs from May to September.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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