About The Port Of Muara
Muara sits at the mouth of Brunei Bay on the northern coast of Borneo, serving as the maritime gateway to the sultanate's capital, Bandar Seri Begawan, a short drive inland. The small port town itself is unhurried, with a modest waterfront and nearby beach, but its real draw lies in what it makes accessible: one of Southeast Asia's least-visited capitals.
In Bandar Seri Begawan, travelers find the golden-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque rising above still lagoon waters and Kampong Ayer, a centuries-old water village of stilted houses still inhabited today. The capital's calm streets and riverside views reflect Brunei's blend of Islamic tradition and oil-era prosperity. Since the capital sits inland, arrangements for onward transport from the port are worth confirming in advance.
Pavlus Recommendations
How our planners would spend a day in Muara.
Cruise for Proboscis Monkeys
Small boats depart from Bandar Seri Begawan's waterfront for river trips through mangroves where proboscis monkeys and long-tailed macaques gather at dusk. Allow about an hour and arrange the boat locally after arriving from Muara.
Tour the Royal Regalia Museum
This museum houses the ceremonial chariots, jewel-encrusted crowns, and coronation regalia of Brunei's sultans, offering insight into the monarchy behind the country's oil wealth. Entry is free and it sits within easy reach of central Bandar Seri Begawan.
See Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
Twenty-nine golden domes and elaborate marble minarets mark this mosque, built to commemorate the 29th sultan and among the largest in Southeast Asia. It stands a short taxi ride from the capital's center, complementing a visit to the older Sultan Omar Ali mosque.
Last Minute Cruise Deals From Muara
| Departs | Cruise Line | Ship | Itinerary | Nights | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Nautica | 10 | $3,330 | ||
| Dec 6, 2026 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 17 | $3,258 | ||
| Dec 9, 2026 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 14 | $1,459 | ||
| Dec 21, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Nautica | 15 | $6,899 | ||
| Dec 21, 2026 | Oceania | Oceania Nautica | 27 | $9,799 | ||
| Jan 3, 2027 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 14 | $3,219 | ||
| Jan 8, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 139 | $76,200 | ||
| Jan 25, 2027 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 15 | $4,018 | ||
| Jan 28, 2027 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 12 | $3,039 | ||
| Jan 31, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Nautica | 11 | $7,499 | ||
| Feb 6, 2027 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 16 | $4,808 | ||
| Feb 9, 2027 | Norwegian Cruise Line | Norwegian Jade | 13 | $3,447 | ||
| Feb 16, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Explorer | 14 | $14,399 | ||
| Mar 7, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Riviera | 51 | $25,749 | ||
| Mar 7, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Riviera | 67 | $32,149 | ||
| Mar 18, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 36 | $23,100 | ||
| Apr 5, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Riviera | 11 | $4,699 | ||
| Apr 5, 2027 | Oceania | Oceania Riviera | 38 | $18,649 | ||
| Apr 10, 2027 | Crystal | Crystal Serenity | 13 | $14,300 | ||
| Nov 30, 2027 | Regent | Seven Seas Explorer | 22 | $16,249 |
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