Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Batang Igan Ferry

Since posted to Matu in mid-September 2008, Batang Igan Ferry is now my new 'sakai'. Batang Igan Ferry is connecting the 50 km Mukah-Oya-Igan road with the Igan Ferry Point - Matu - Daro road of 66 km. The two ferries, named Benuong and Luyan, are ready to ply travellers across the Igan river daily from 6.00 am to 10.00 pm. The crossing takes around 10 minutes for a minimal charge of RM1.00 per car/mini-bus and more for bigger ones, of course.

Besides the 'preview' of the South China Sea at the mouth of the Batang Igan, the 'view' on the ferry itself seems to be more lively. From businessmen, government officials, farmers and fishermen - they become one, sharing the same view of Batang Igan. Sometimes sharing views and news, where strangers suddenly become friends during that 10-minute trip.

Sometimes a sudden isolation (like on the ferry) can turn strangers into friends. But we often forget about friends in our daily big city life. Of course, a friend in need is a friend indeed but does it mean - no needs no friends?

Where strangers become friends

'Beckham' prefers to enjoy the 'preview' of the South China Sea

Some Melanau tit-bits on board at 'factory' price

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