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11-Day Nature's Best in the Rainforests of Borneo

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Overview

Welcome to the third-largest island in the world, Borneo.

On this 11-day Borneo rainforest tour, you'll explore the nature and wonders of Kuching, Mulu, and Sarawak in Malaysia and the tiny country of Brunei, discovering not only the culture and history but also nature at its best.

A two-day trip at Ulu Temburong National Park will leave you amazed – with a chance to explore Borneo’s rainforest wildlife. Stretching over the border of Malaysia and Brunei, it is highly appreciated for its rare animals, birds, insects, and plants.

You'll also spend much of your time staying right in the heart of the jungle, surrounding yourself with nature and immersed by the adventure.
Outdoors & Nature
Culture & Arts
Hiking & Trekking
Adventure
Sightseeing
Food & Drink

Itinerary

Day 1

Begin Your Borneo Rainforest Tour!

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Begin Your Borneo Rainforest Tour!

Welcome to Sarawak, Malaysia! You'll have some free time to explore before your journey starts in Borneo.

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    Accommodation

    Grand Margherita Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Free Time in KuchingOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kuching International Airport, Sarawak. (KCH), 900A, Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia to Grand Margherita Hotel

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    Destinations

    Kuching

Day 2

Bako National Park

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Bako National Park

Located within easy reach from Kuching city, the Bako National Park is one of the most beautiful parks in Malaysia. For nature lovers, this park offers an exciting opportunity to spot various wildlife, such as the Proboscis monkey, silver leaf monkey, long-tailed macaque, wild boar, monitor lizard as well as numerous species of birds.

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    Accommodation

    Grand Margherita Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Bako National Park Tour

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    Restaurants

    Bako National Park Cafe

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Kuching to Bako National Park

    Private Driver from Bako National Park to Kuching

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kuching

    Bahagian Kuching

Day 3

Land Dayak Longhouses and Semeggoh Orangutan Centre

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Land Dayak Longhouses and Semeggoh Orangutan Centre

Continue your Borneo rainforest tour today by heading to the longhouse village. Set under one roof, this is the house of choice for a great number of Sarawak’s indigenous communities. In the afternoon, visit Semenggoh, the first forest reserve in Sarawak where a large area of the jungle was turned into a Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre for monkeys, orangutans, honey bears and hornbills in 1975.

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    Accommodation

    Grand Margherita Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Bidayuh Longhouses

    Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Kuching

    Siburan

Day 4

Santubong Wildlife Spotting and Sarawak Cultural Village

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Santubong Wildlife Spotting and Sarawak Cultural Village

This tour takes you on an exciting cruise along the Santubong Peninsula to spot some of Sarawak’s fascinating array of wildlife, such as the iconic Proboscis monkey, crocodiles and even the lively dolphins. Sarawak Cultural Village is an award-winning living museum that spans across 17 acres of land. Experience Sarawak in this tour and learn about the local culture and lifestyles of the various ethnic groups.

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    Accommodation

    Grand Margherita Hotel4 star

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    Activities

    Santubong Wildlife and Dolphin Spotting

    Sarawak Cultural Village

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Kuching

Day 5

Mulu and Sarawak

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Mulu and Sarawak

Upon arrival at Mulu Airport, our representative will meet you and you will be transferred to your accommodation. In the afternoon, you’ll do a three-kilometre trek on a plank walk to the Deer Cave and Lang Cave. Late in the evening, witness the exodus of thousands of bats at the observatory before you return.

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    Accommodation

    Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa5 star

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    Activities

    Deer Cave and Lang Cave

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    Restaurants

    Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Grand Margherita Hotel to Kuching International Airport

    Plane from Kuching International Airport to Mulu AirportRequest to Book

    Minivan from Mulu Airport to Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa

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    Meals

    Breakfast and dinner

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    Destinations

    Kuching

    Sarawak

Day 6

Sarawak Penan People and Caves

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Sarawak Penan People and Caves

After breakfast, proceed by longboat to Batu Bungan, a Penan Settlement to learn about the culture of the Penan people, a small group of nomads that are holding onto their culture. You'll then continue the boat journey to the Wind Cave and Clearwater Cave where you will explore for the afternoon. Enjoy a picnic lunch and have a swim in the Clearwater spring before returning to Mulu.

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    Accommodation

    Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa5 star

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    Activities

    Penan Settlement

    Wind Cave & Clearwater Cave

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Sarawak

Day 7

Travel to Brunei Darussalam

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Travel to Brunei Darussalam

Upon arrival in Miri, you will go on a two-hour overland journey to Brunei Darussalam. After that, take your time to rest and relax in your hotel in Brunei. You can discover the city on your own as it holds a lot of hidden gems that are worth venturing out for, including some of the most beautiful mosques in the Asia Pacific.

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    Accommodation

    The Brunei Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Seria TownOptional Activity

    Free Time in Bandar Seri BegawanOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa to Mulu Airport

    Plane from Mulu Airport to Miri Airport, Sarawak.Request to Book

    Private Driver from Miri Airport, Sarawak. to The Brunei Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sarawak

    Seria

    Bandar Seri Begawan

Day 8

Ulu Temburong National Park

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Ulu Temburong National Park

In the morning, transfer to the jetty to catch a water taxi to Bangar, Temburung. Upon arrival at Bangar, you will be transferred to Bukit Patoi for a trek uphill as an introduction to the jungle. Later, relax and enjoy swimming or go on into the hidden treehouse overhanging by the riverbank. In the evening, enjoy your dinner or opt for a night walk to spot nocturnal wildlife.

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    Accommodation

    Sumbiling Eco Village4 star

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    Activities

    Bukit Patoi Recreational Park

    Cooking in Sumbiling Eco Village

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    Transportations

    Minivan from The Brunei Hotel to Bangar Jetty

    Boat from Bangar Jetty to Bukit Patoi

    Minivan from Bukit Patoi Recreational Park to Batang Duri

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Bandar Seri Begawan

    Temburong District

Day 9

Ulu Temburong and Brunei City

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Ulu Temburong and Brunei City

You will depart by the “tamuai” – a local Iban longboat, upstream to reach the Forestry registration office. After that, you will start trekking deep into the jungle. Your walk will be interrupted with the chance to climb the canopy walkway to enjoy a breathtaking view. Transfer back to the terminal house and enjoy lunch. Then, you will be transferred back to Bangar and take a boat back to Bandar Seri Begawan to reach the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    The Brunei Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Trek in Ulu Temburong National Park

    Belalong Canopy Walkway

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    Transportations

    Boat from Sumbiling Eco village to Ulu Temburong National Park

    Boat from Ulu Temburong National Park to Bangar Jetty

    Minivan from Bangar Jetty to The Brunei Hotel

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Temburong District

    Bandar Seri Begawan

Day 10

Brunei Darussalam Tour

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Brunei Darussalam Tour

After breakfast, your morning starts with meeting some locals who live in the largest floating villages in the world. You'll then take a tour of the city, highlights of the tour include the Brunei Museum, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, The Royal Regalia Exhibition Hall, Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque and photo stop at the entrance of the biggest residential palace in the world – Istana Nurul Iman.

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    Accommodation

    The Brunei Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Malay Water Village

    Brunei Museum

    Omar Ali Saifuddin Mosque

    Royal Regalia Museum

    Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bandar Seri Begawan

    Brunei-Muara District

Day 11

Departure from Brunei

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Departure from Brunei

This is the end of your Borneo rainforest tour. After breakfast, you'll have some free time to explore or relax before transferring to the Bandar Seri Begawan airport.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from The Brunei Hotel to Brunei International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Bandar Seri Begawan

Included in Price

  • 10 nights accommodation
  • 17 activities
  • 10 breakfasts, 5 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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