Benak - Rare Tidal Phenomena in Sarawak.
The tidal wave that swept upward toward the rive from the river mouth is locally called Benak. About upto 3 meter high of wave is formed that roll upriver. The local have not try the surfing on river when this wave is coming. The Benak Site. The image below was at the same site that happen on 30/5/2011. One of the main reason is due to the present of crocodiles that are in many numbers in the river. History have evident that wild crocodiles have taken many victim around this area. One of the period to watch this tidal wave is in June. For visitors, you can reach this place only by road from Kuching or Sibu or Miri. There is no airport. You should stop at a Bazaar called Sri- Aman ( Town Of Peace). The last time in 2010 the current and forever Sarawak Chief Minister Taib Mahmud was there to officiate the scene. Permanent Sarawak Chief Minister-Taib mahmud