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Gunung Mulu National Park Tickets and Prices

Visiting Mulu National Park requires a mandatory 5-day entry pass and extra fees for guided tours.

Photo: tour listing on Viator

In short

  • A 5-day pass costs RM 30 for foreign adults and RM 15 for Malaysians.
  • Specific cave tours cost an extra RM 35 to RM 70 per person.
  • The Pinnacles trek starts from RM 465.
In this article
  1. How much is the entrance fee for Mulu National Park?
  2. Do I have to pay extra for show caves?
  3. How much does the Mulu Pinnacles trek cost?
  4. Can I buy Gunung Mulu National Park tickets in advance?
  5. How do I pay in the park?
  6. Are there refunds if I do not finish a trek?

Before you arrive by flight or boat, you need to know how the park's pricing works. You buy a mandatory park pass upon arrival, which covers your entry for five days. Almost all activities inside the park require paying for an official park guide.

How much is the entrance fee for Mulu National Park?

The mandatory 5-day park pass costs RM 30 for foreign adults and RM 15 for Malaysian adults.

Foreign children pay RM 10, while Malaysian children pay RM 5. You must purchase this pass upon arrival. You have to wear or carry it with you at all times inside the park.

Visitor TypeAdult FeeChild Fee
ForeignerRM 30RM 10
MalaysianRM 15RM 5

Do I have to pay extra for show caves?

Yes, specific cave tours cost an additional RM 35 to RM 70 per person.

Your 5-day entry pass only allows you access to the park grounds. Exploring Deer Cave, Lang Cave, Clearwater Cave, and Cave of the Winds requires an official park guide. You pay these tour fees separately on top of your entry ticket.

Wooden boardwalk path alongside a calm river in a dense rainforest.
Photo: tour listing on Viator
Dramatic sharp karst limestone pinnacles rising from lush green forest.
3 Days 2 Nights Unesco World Heritage Mulu 4 Showcaves72 h 3.9 (7)from $216

How much does the Mulu Pinnacles trek cost?

Adventure treks like the Pinnacles start from RM 465.

This fee covers the basic requirements for the grueling 2.4 km climb up Gunung Api. All treks and adventure activities require an official guide. You must also account for accommodation at Camp 5, where you stay overnight before the climb.

Can I buy Gunung Mulu National Park tickets in advance?

You purchase your mandatory 5-day park pass directly upon arrival at the park.

Many visitors choose to book complete packages like

Cave entrance silhouetted against the sky, resembling a side profile face.
3-Day Adventure in Mulu National Park72 h 4.7 (3)from $426
in advance. These tours generally cover your transportation, guided activities, and meals. Check if the park conservation fee is included in your tour price or if you must pay it directly.

Dramatic sharp karst limestone pinnacles rising from lush green forest.
Photo: tour listing on Viator
Cave entrance silhouetted against the sky, resembling a side profile face.
3-Day Adventure in Mulu National Park72 h 4.7 (3)from $426

How do I pay in the park?

You must bring cash in Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

There are no ATMs inside Gunung Mulu National Park. You need cash for meals, guides, the handicraft market, and your entrance fees if they are not already covered by a pre-booked tour.

Are there refunds if I do not finish a trek?

No, there are no refunds once you leave the Park Office.

The park does not issue refunds if you cannot complete a trek due to fitness issues, high river water levels, or bad weather. Activities like the Pinnacles trek are physically demanding, and boat transport relies heavily on river conditions.

Interior of a large cave with stalactites and rocky formations.
Photo: tour listing on Viator

Questions travellers ask

Do you need a guide for Mulu National Park?

Yes. All treks, cave tours, and adventure activities must be accompanied by an official park guide.

How do you get to Gunung Mulu National Park?

The park is inaccessible by road. Most visitors take a 30-minute MASwings flight from Miri, starting from RM 84 one-way.

Where is Camp 5 in Mulu National Park?

Camp 5 is a rustic jungle basecamp situated by the Melinau River at the foot of Gunung Api. It is the starting point for the Pinnacles trek.

4-day caves & Pinnaclesfrom $455 on Viator
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