Sarawak Wildlife & Culture 6D5N

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Orangutans at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, Sarawak, Malaysia.

A male proboscis monkey climbing a tree near Telok Assam, Bako National Park, Sarawak, Malaysia

Longboat ride across Batang Ai lake on the way to Nanga Sumpa longhouse, Sarawak, Malaysia
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Iban ladies in traditional dress at Nanga Sumpa longhouse, Ulu Ai, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Longboats taking visitors upriver with Borneo Adventure’s Nanga Sumpa lodge in the background, Ulu Ai, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Enseluai Waterfall, Ulu Ai, Sarawak, Malaysia.

Day 1 Arrival Kuching

Arrive in Kuching. Meet and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at 3* Hotel.

Day 2 Semenggoh Orangutan – Bako National Park (B, L, D)

0815 hrs – Depart for Semenggoh Wildlife Centre located 24 kilometres from the centre of Kuching. This orangutan rehabilitation centre trains orphaned or rescued orangutans how to survive in the wild. Over 20 orangutans live in the forest within the nature reserve and often return to the centre at feeding times. Upon arrival, head to the briefing area. After a brief talk from the rangers, take a short walk along a trail to the feeding area to watch the orangutans come down from the trees for a free meal. Observe the feeding of Orangutans requiring rehabilitation.

Then continue your journey by road (about 1 hour) to Bako Village. From the village, take about a 25-minute boat ride (depending on the tide) to the park situated on a peninsula. Bako is one of the best places in Sarawak to see wildlife in a natural setting. The various types of animals that are commonly spotted at Bako include the proboscis monkeys, silver leaf monkeys, long-tailed macaques, wild boars, monitor lizards and numerous species of birds. Forest types range from mangrove to kerangas (heath forest), tropical swamp vegetation, cliff vegetation and beach vegetation. There are several trails to follow inside the park depending on level of fitness and interest. The park’s coastline is dotted with small bays, coves and beaches. After dinner go for a night walk. Overnight at the park accommodation.

Day 3 Bako National Park – Kuching (B, L)

Following breakfast, depart for a final hike on one of the trails spotting rare migratory birds and searching for the rare and elusive proboscis monkey, a primate only found in Borneo. Return to Kuching mid-afternoon. Please note schedule may depend on tide. Overnight at 3* Hotel.

Day 4 Kuching – Nanga Sumpa Longhouse (B, L, D)

Depart by air-conditioned van for Batang Ai reservoir (4½ hours). Journey overland through rural Sarawak, passing through pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantations. Enroute, a few stops will be made. Visit the colourful native market in Serian town where a variety of jungle produce such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots and unusual tropical fruit are on display. Visit a pepper garden and stop by to view wild orchids and several species of pitcher plants. Have lunch en route. Upon arrival at the Batang Ai reservoir, proceed by longboat (1-2 hours) upriver to Nanga Sumpa. Settle in at Borneo Adventure’s lodge. After dinner proceed to the longhouse across the river. Relax on the ruai (common verandah) and spend time with the Iban people. Interact with the community; learn about their culture and enjoy some local rice wine. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 5 Nanga Sumpa – Enseluai Waterfall (B, L, D)

Following breakfast, hike the jungle trails along the river and continue upriver by longboat. Our destination is the scenic Enseluai Waterfall. Time to relax, swim and explore the rainforest or try fishing Iban-style. Return to the lodge. Dinner is served in the lodge with local delicacies to enhance the meal. After dinner, visit the longhouse. Woven blankets and handicrafts are available for display upon request and may be purchased directly from the longhouse people. Overnight at the lodge.

Day 6 Nanga Sumpa Longhouse – Kuching (B, L)

Following breakfast, depart down river by longboat, then overland to Kuching. Lunch enroute. Drop off at hotel or transfer directly to the airport for departure.