WW2 Historical Tour

Step back into one of Sarawak's most significant chapters of history on this 4-hour Kuching WW2 Historical Tour, exploring the landmarks that witnessed the Japanese occupation of Sarawak from 1941 to 1945. Visit historic sites across the city where stories of surrender, resistance, espionage, and survival unfolded during World War II. Discover key locations including Pending Point, where the Japanese officially surrendered to Australian forces on 11 September 1945, Fort Margherita, the former headquarters of the Sarawak Rangers, and the Batu Lintang Camp, one of Borneo's largest prisoner-of-war and civilian internment camps. Along the way, explore wartime landmarks such as the Sarawak War Memorial, the Old Court House, the former Kempeitai Headquarters, and preserved air raid shelters that offer a glimpse into life during the occupation. Throughout the tour, your guide will bring Kuching's wartime history to life with compelling stories of local heroes, Allied prisoners, resistance efforts, and the lasting legacy of World War II in Sarawak, making this an insightful experience for history enthusiasts and cultural travellers alike.