FORMATION OF NUCLEUS BORNEO

Home to the geological nucleus of Borneo 's Sarawak Delta is Malaysia's only UNESCO Global Geopark, where river deltas, mangrove forests, limestone caves, and majestic mountains converge.

3,112 km²

Sarawak Delta Unesco Global Geopark covers Kuching, Bau, Padawan and Siburan with diverse ecosystems, geological sites and cultural heritage.

250 Million Years Old

Discover geological formations dating back over 250 million years, preserving Sarawak's ancient Earth history.

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SARAWAK DELTA UNESCO GLOBAL GEOPARK

Sarawak Delta Rock Formations
Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark
Borneo’s Cradle of Origin

Located in western Sarawak, Malaysia, the Sarawak Delta UNESCO Global Geopark sits at a major geological boundary where two ancient landmasses came together more than 200 million years ago, during the breakup of the supercontinent Gondwana. This collision shaped the foundations of Borneo and has led to the Kuching Zone suture, which is a key piece of evidence for how Southeast Asia's landmasses have shifted over time. Today, the geopark is defined by a warm tropical climate and exceptional biodiversity, supported by an extensive river delta system and a landscape that transitions from low-lying plains to higher ground inland. The area preserves a long record of Earth’s history, spanning over 250 million years, during which shifting plates and tectonic forces gradually reshaped Borneo.

VISIT GEOLOGICAL HERITAGE SITES

Discover the Stories of UNESCO Global Geopark

Explore the deep cultural heritage, ancient local folklore, and magnificent geological evolutions that define the communities around the world. Every landscape holds a history waiting to be uncovered.

Conservation

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GEOLOGICAL HERITAGE

Preserving 250-million-year-old rock formations, caves, and iconic landscape geosites across the delta.

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BIOLOGICAL SITES

Protecting diverse ecosystems, sanctuary regions, rich mangrove forests, and unique endemic wildlife habitats.

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GEOPARK COMMUNITY & CULTURAL

Empowering local communities while preserving the historical traditions, crafts, and heritage of Sarawak.

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SUSTAINABLE INITIATIVE

Taste the Earth's Bounty with Sustainable GeoFood developments sourced straight from land and sea.

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EDUCATION & AWARENESS

Fostering eco-education, research projects, and global awareness programs for schools and tourists alike.

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TOURISM

Developing sustainable eco-tourism experiences that celebrate and respect the unique local community environments.

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Affiliations

Sarawak Forestry Corporation
Sarawak More To Discover
JMG
Jabatan Muzium Sarawak
Ministry of Natural Resources & Urban Development
Ministry of Tourism, Creative Industry & Performing Arts
Pentadbiran Bahagian Kuching
Forest Department Sarawak