Sarawak Regatta



Message by Minister of Tourism Sarawak

YB Datuk Amar Abanh Johari Tun Openg
Minister of Tourism Sarawak
 
I welcome all participants and visitors alike, to this historic event of Sarawak Regatta. On behalf of my Ministry, I wish all visitors for a fun and enjoyable stay. To add value of your stay, I would also like to invite visitors to explore the tourist attractions in and around Kuching.

Sarawak Regatta has indeed posses an interesting history dated back as early as in 1872 during the Brooke’s ruling era where Sarawak River was marked as the main gateway into Kuching, for trading of essential goods, communication and protection from potential enemies. One could understand the reason of the beautiful landscape along the Sarawak... Read More ...


Message by Deputy Minister of Tourism Malaysia

Yang Berhormat Dato’ Dr James Dawos Mamit
Deputy Minister of Tourism Malaysia
   
Over the years, Sarawak Regatta which had its colorful past since the Brooke era back 1872 is indeed a very much anticipated event in my Ministry’s Tourism Calendar.

Come this 14-16 September 2012, once again the iconic Kuching Water Front will come alive amidst all the excitements, where people from all walks of life will converge not only to support their favorite teams but also to interact and enjoy the atmosphere of the day.
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Message from Co- Chairman

Sarawak Regatta Main Organizing Committee 2012
     
Welcome to the Kuching Waterfront, where the colorful legacy begins. The Sarawak Regatta is back to thrill the loyal spectators, tourists and off course the watersport enthusiasts The Sarawak river will come alive again with cheers, shouts and excitement to witness the competing teams vying for honors and prestigious title.

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Sarawak Regatta Hotels' Packages

 

Puteri Regatta 2012 Finalist

 

 

 

King of the river

 

Balanced Development

 

Sarawak River become alive with Regatta

 

UiTM Team

 

10 years wait end of victory

 

Gimmick Boat

 

320 team to complete in 'Race for Peace' regatta

 
Kuching : Total of 6,353 paddlers from 320 teams have confirm their participation in the Sarawak Regatta from 14 Sept until 16 at the Sarawak River . Read More »

 

Terima kasih

 
Terima Kasih... Tun Salahuddin menerima jemputan rasmi daripada Datuk Amar Abanh Johari dan rombongan Impian di Kuching semalam. Read More »

 

On a mission to win

 
Landas Mukah team training for the Sarawak Regatta to be held from Sept 14-16 at Sarawak River yesterday. Organised by the Kuching Resident's Office, the annual event dates as far back as 1872 during the Brooke era when Sarawak River was the main gateway into Kuching. The Sarawak Regatta is a showcase of boat races that draws teams from various government departments and agencies, the private sector and neighbouring countries to compete against one another for the coveted trophy and prestigious titles in the various categories.


Regatta 2013 berskala besar

Selain acara utama, ia juga akan merangkumi pelbagai aktiviti seperti pameran dan lain-lain.

Kuching: Jawatankuasa penganjur Regatta Sarawak merancang menganjurkan acara sukan air berprestij negeri itu pada skala yang lebih besar pada tahun depan.

Timbalan Setiausaha Negeri merangkap Penasihat Regatta Sarawak 2012 Datu Ose Murang berkata selain acara utama, ia juga akan merangkumi pelbagai aktiviti seperti pameran dan lain-lain.Read More »


Several roads to be closed for regatta do

KUCHING: Several roads here will be closed during the 'Sarawak Regatta and Science and Innovation Carnival 2012' from Sept 14 to 16.

There are also eight parking places allocated for members of the public to park their cars during the three day event.

The roads due for closure are Jalan Market/Jalan Gambier/Jalan Power from 6am to midnight, Jalan Khoo Hun Yeang (BP Sentral) Read More »


DBKU confident of a bigger splash at Sarawak Regatta

KUCHING: The highly fancied Kuching City North Commission (DBKU) rowing team participating in the coming 2012 Sarawak Regatta are brimming with confidence of capturing some titles at the much awaited event held on Sept 14-16 at the Kuching Waterfront.

The team in currently on its last phase of centralised training with its paddlers undergoing runs in their boats at the Sarawak River.

According to DBKU coach Johnny Ibrahim, the team started their centralised training a week after the recent Hari Raya Celebration.

They have also trained before the fasting month. “I am very satisfied with all my paddlers. They are committed and I think that we can emerge champions this year,” he said. Read More »