Madai Caves

Like the more popular Gomantong Caves to the north, these limestone caves are also famous for their birds' nests. At the entrance of the cave, there is a sprawling "kampung" (village) of empty wooden shanties. When the birds start nesting, these become the nest collectors' temporary homes. A small river runs through the caves and emerges at the entrance. A torch is necessary to explore the caves and a guide is also needed if visitors wish to explore the inner-depths of the caves. It is possible to walk through the caves but there are many obstacles involved, such as wading through the river, which can reach the thigh at certain places. Furthermore, the exit is reached by clambering over slippery rocks. It is much easier to take the trail outside. Apart from the caves, Madai also offers a large Air Terjun Madai (Madai Waterfalls) and the small Hutan Rekreasi Madai (Madai Recreational Forest). The forest reserve is situated around the falls with picnic facilities and food stalls. Opposite the falls is the Kletus Muyuk Trail, which is a 45km walking trail that leads back to the caves and further inland to the Madai-Baturong Forest Reserve.