About Permai Rain forest Resort

Permai Rain forest Resort is an eco-resort set in pristine Borneo rain forest located on the shores of
the South China Sea, and at the foot of mystical Mount Santubong. Carefully designed to minimise
impact on the natural environment, it offers a unique rain forest experience. The resort is only 25 km
or 30 minutes drive north of Kuching, the capital of Sarawak.

Nature, Leisure & Adventure

Operating since 1990, Permai Rain forest Resort is a unique place with its own rugged identity,
undisturbed natural beauty and wonderfully rich biodiversity. These are a host of recreational
activities at the resort and in the surrounding area, ranging from jungle trekking and overnight trips
into the forest to high ropes courses, sea kayaking, evening mangrove cruises and dolphin watching.

A Hidden Retreat for Everyone

Permai Rain forest Resort offers a little something for everybody : peace and tranquility for those
who simply want to relax, a private and fun place for families to get together, a refreshing natural
environment for training groups and a safe and easily accessible place for those who loves adventure
and want to explore.

Our Facilities & Services

Accommodation

Permai Rain forest Resort offers an alternative to standard ‘hotel-type’ accommodation. The
accommodation consists mainly of stand alone-units, designed and built to provide guests the
opportunity to experience the peace and tranquillity of the rain forest. The units are are well spread
out to ensure privacy, and are simple, clean and comfortable. In line with our ‘Back to Nature, Back
to Basics’ concept, only selected modern conveniences are provided.

Permai Rain forest Resort offers an alternative to standard ‘hotel-type’ accommodation. The
accommodation consists mainly of stand alone-units, designed and built to provide guests the
opportunity to experience the peace and tranquillity of the rain forest. The units are are well spread
out to ensure privacy, and are simple, clean and comfortable. In line with our ‘Back to Nature, Back
to Basics’ concept, only selected modern conveniences are provided.

There are various types of accommodation to choose from.

Other facilities include:

Bbqs
Training rooms & Multi-purpose hall
Café with wifi
Jungle pool
Rest Huts
Karaoke with DJ (on request)
Free porter service (for in-house guests)
Sundries shop
Free parking
Cooking sets for hire
Phone & fax services
Photocopying
Internet facilities
Flora & Fauna

Natural Treasures – Flora and Fauna

Malaysia is rated among the twelve 'mega-diverse' countries of the world, being home to some
185,000 species of fauna and about 12,500 species of flowering plants. The Borneo rain forest are
considered to be among the most species-rich forests in the world. Set in such forest, Permai Rain
forest Resort's real treasure is undoubtedly the wealth of plants and animals that exists within and
around the resort.

The environment of Permai Rain forest Resort can be divided into 4 main types: swamp, coastal,
streams and riparian areas, and mixed dipterocarp forest.

The Swamp Area

The swamp supports palms and other plants that are adapted to living in flooded salty conditions.
The most common palms are nibong and nipah. These help bind the soil, reducing erosion. Many
species of fish and crustaceans use the swamps for breeding.
The swamp is especially interesting at night. Moths hover around the lights that line the walkway
through the swamp, while geckos stalk them, their territorial disputes adding to the sounds of the
night.

Coastal

Permai Rain forest Resort has two types of coastal environment: a sandy beach and an extensive
rocky shoreline. The rocky beaches act as breakwaters to the waves and erosive actions of the tides.
Along the beach, on the edge of the forest, there is a fringe of casuarina or 'rhu laut'.

Streams and Riparian Areas

Riparian areas form a transition zone from wet areas to dry land. The streams originate in the nearby
hills. The stream water is cool and, after heavy rain, fast flowing. The banks of the streams are rich
with ferns and aroids. These areas are alive with dragonflies and frogs.

Mixed Lowland Dipterocarp Forest

Forest occupies most of the resort's 44 acres and contains trees over 30 meters high, some believed
to be hundreds of years old. The forest floor is sparsely covered with shrubs, herbaceous plants,
fungi and ferns. The canopy layer is extremely dense. At certain times of the day you can see the
long tail macaques in the trees. There are two nature trails through the forest which are well marked
and will provide hours of enjoyment for those wishing to experience the unique Borneo rain forest.