Borneo - Discover Sarawak
9 days | Trip Code: AADS
Countries Visited
- Borneo
- Malaysia
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- Service Level: Standard
- Physical Demands Rating: 3
- Next Available Departure: Mon, Jan. 11, 2010
Highlights
Kota Kinabalu, Iban Longhouse stay, Limbang, Headhunters Trail, Mulu National Park, Deer Cave, Bako National Park, Kuching
Description
The enchanting state of Sarawak, Malaysia's largest state, is endowed with the world's richest and most diverse ecosystem. With ancient rainforest canopies housing the world's largest flower you are will be spellbound on this incredible journey. Stay with the local Iban communities and experience their unique way of life in a traditional longhouse.
- Kota Kinabalu (Sabah) to Kuching (Sarawak)
- Iban Longhouse stay, Headhunter's Trail jungle hike, Entrance and guide to Mulu and Bako National Parks
- Max 15, Avg 10
- Tour leader throughout, local guides
- 5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners
- Mini-bus, Local bus, Taxi, Speedboat, Longtail boat, Plane, Walking
- Guesthouses/hotels (4 nts), Basic tribal villages (1 nt), National Park lodges (3 nts)
- Allow USD110 for meals not included. For additional expenses, see Trip Details.
- Not available on this tour.
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Day 1 Arrive Kota Kinabalu
Arrive in Kota Kinabalu at any time.
Day 2 Limbang (B)
Climb aboard the express boat to Limbang. Spend some time exploring the town before heading off to the jungle region of Mulu National Park.
Day 3 Iban Long-house (B,D)
Head down the river on longtail boats to the Iban community. Interact with this fascinating and very outgoing indigenous tribe, whilst learning about their way of life and making new friends over some traditional rice wine.
Day 4 Headhunters Trail (B,L,D)
After saying farewell to our Iban hosts, trek through lowland forest along the Headhunters Trail.
Day 5-6 Mulu National Park (B)
Explore some of the world's largest caves and witness the incredible nightly phenomena when millions of bats leave the entrance to Deer Cave in a mass exodus.
Day 7-8 Kuching to Bako National Park (B)
Fly south to Kuching, Malay for 'cat', Sarawak's capital city. This charming, laid-back city is full of things to see and do. Spend the rest of the day exploring the waterfront markets and pretty side streets. The following day, head to Bako National Park, renowned for its secluded beauty and wildlife spotting opportunities.
Day 9 Depart Kuching
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- Wait list availableI had a great time trekking the tropical forest and watching the proboscus monkeys. This tour exceeded my expectations in getting so close to nature. I am glad I was able to handle the physical demand. This trip is definitely not for the faint hearted.
- Germaine C
This is our first GAP adventure tour and overall it was better than what we expected. Amadul was such an awesome guide who was very accommodating to what we really wanted and needed. The accommodations at the longhouse and Camp 5 were very memorable. We will miss the cold showers when the weather was over 30 degrees Celsius.
- Judy M
An Amazing trip. It was even better than I had expected. It was physically challenging but I was able to do it and am so very glad that I did.
- Harriett S
Quite a surprise, the people of Sarawak were as much a highlight for their generosity of spirit and friendliness as any of the amazing natural wonders we were privileged to visit.
- William D
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