True Sarawak Experience Day Tour, Including Lunch
Overview
Come and explore Sarawak with people of different races, religious and cultures. Visit to Semenggoh Wildlife Centre offers the chance for visitors to get up close to semi-wild Orangutan. Explore Annah Rais Longhouse with 80 doors and learn their traditional lifestyle. Experience a fun and exciting kayak through the tranquil rainforest before heading back to your hotel after a wonderful experience in land of the hornbills.
Inclusions
- Bottled water and lunch
- English-speaking local guide
- 2-way Hotel Transfer (selected hotels only within Kuching City)
What to expect
Our driver will pick you up from your hotel lobby around 8am within Kuching Town area and head towards fascinating orangutans at Semenngoh Wildlife Centre, the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Center in Sarawak to care for wild animals which have either been found injured in the forest, orphaned in the wild. One of the best place in the world to see semi-wild Orangutans in their natural rainforest habitat, winging from trees and scurrying up vines.
Then, visit to Annah Rais Longhouse and this 80 doors Bidayuh longhouse is nestled in the foothills of the scenic Penrissen mountain ranges which separate Sarawak from Kalimantan Indonesia. The longhouse dates back to around 200 years old and one can still see some prized human skulls in the ceremonial hut. Mingle with the natives and learn about their culture.
Continue your adventure on kayak through the tranquil rainforest with stops for swimming and being served lunch cooked from the heart! Explore interesting limestone formations and lush greenery as you drift leisurely downstream. This wholesome experience ends at Kampung Semadang.
Please note that our kayaking trips are suitable for children aged 5 and above (accompanied by an adult) and for the old as well! Please indicate your child’s age, height, and weight for bookings.
Then, visit to Annah Rais Longhouse and this 80 doors Bidayuh longhouse is nestled in the foothills of the scenic Penrissen mountain ranges which separate Sarawak from Kalimantan Indonesia. The longhouse dates back to around 200 years old and one can still see some prized human skulls in the ceremonial hut. Mingle with the natives and learn about their culture.
Continue your adventure on kayak through the tranquil rainforest with stops for swimming and being served lunch cooked from the heart! Explore interesting limestone formations and lush greenery as you drift leisurely downstream. This wholesome experience ends at Kampung Semadang.
Please note that our kayaking trips are suitable for children aged 5 and above (accompanied by an adult) and for the old as well! Please indicate your child’s age, height, and weight for bookings.
Additional information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A minimum of 3 people per booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Please note: There are not pick ups from hotels in Damai or Santubong; arrange for transportation to Grand Margherita Hotel where you will be met instead
- Please bring insect repellent, sun block, a hat, extra changing clothes, small towel
- Please secure your glasses with straps if you intend to wear one
- Dry bags are provided for guests who wish to take their belongings with them in the kayak
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
424fabricec
August 2019
Nous avons passé une superbe journée avec la visite de semengoh et cette extraordinaire Balade en kayak Les guides ont été pro et adorables Petit repas local au village +++++++
Nous avons passé une superbe journée avec la visite de semengoh et cette extraordinaire Balade en kayak Les guides ont été pro et adorables Petit repas local au village +++++++kokjin
December 2019
We had fantastic customer service who responded to our late night texts for more information, helpful driver who is local and was conversant in both English and Malay, and kayak guides who were experienced and clearly knew their stuff. But I would not be honest if I say this was worth the price...
We had fantastic customer service who responded to our late night texts for more information, helpful driver who is local and was conversant in both English and Malay, and kayak guides who were experienced and clearly knew their stuff. But I would not be honest if I say this was worth the price tag of RM 285 per person: Semenggor Orang Utan Sanctuary: The tour's driver took us to the sanctuary, gave us the tickets and basically left us to our own devices thereafter. I'm not saying that there's more that the driver could've done, but if you have a valid driving licence and could navigate with Google Maps or Waze, there would be no reason for anyone to pay for a tour to see the orang utans. The instructor who did all the explaining about orang utans was from the sanctuary for which the entrance fee was RM 10 each (for foreigners) and RM 5 (for locals). Anna Rais Longhouse: Here, our driver doubled as our tour guide. We had some shots of rice wine which was inexpensive (RM 10 - 12 a bottle). Our driver then took us around the longhouse and gave some introduction and took photos for us as we walked. It was a shame that the driver couldn't provide more explanation than the most basic information about the longhouse and the Bidayuh culture that one could easily find from the internet. It felt like we could've simply driven here and did the visit on our own without needing a tour. Lunch Our lunch was prepared by our driver's sister and was as simple as it can be i.e. 3 dishes and some curry puffs and that was it. Wasn't even worth the time reviewing. Kayaking Absolutely no complaints here. The nature of the activity required experienced guides/instructors who, in our case, did an amazing job looking after us, besides taking plenty of decent photos. Unless you're some kayak veteran or are familiar with the rivers, I would not recommend doing this on your own. All in all, I would suggest that if you're interested in doing all of the aforementioned activities, you probably don't need to pay for a tour save for the kayaking experience. The tour doesn't add any value to your experiences that if you get there by yourself.LainneG
May 2019
We did the day trip to the orangutan nature reserve followed by the Kayaking tour. It was fantastic. The Kayaking down the river was truly breathtaking! Professionally managed and wonderful guides! Would highly recommend!!
We did the day trip to the orangutan nature reserve followed by the Kayaking tour. It was fantastic. The Kayaking down the river was truly breathtaking! Professionally managed and wonderful guides! Would highly recommend!!samdA1581OJ
December 2018
Mostly great, hence 4 stars. The kayakking on the river was lovely - we did 4km (with young kids) and it was perfect - gorgeous scenery, a stop at a waterfall and some gentle exercise. The trip to the longhouses was less special, I felt our guide didn't bother telling us why they exist and why t...
Mostly great, hence 4 stars. The kayakking on the river was lovely - we did 4km (with young kids) and it was perfect - gorgeous scenery, a stop at a waterfall and some gentle exercise. The trip to the longhouses was less special, I felt our guide didn't bother telling us why they exist and why they are an important part of local culture. The trip to Semmengoh was good, although we weren't lucky enough to see any orangutans. Our driver was kind enough to take us back for the afternoon session, too, but alas still no luck. Vegan lunch was delicious, fresh and homemade (tick!) However we were driven around in a crappy old van which was not very comfortable. And the day overall was overpriced - I didn't feel we got value for all of that, compared to stuff we've done elsewhere in Asia. If you can do the component parts by yourself, a savvy traveller could do it for half the price, i'm sure.Jasmine B
August 2018
We went along the river in the dry season very low but lucky we didn't have to push.The instructors where very helpful and friendly taking pictures along the way. We then stopped along the way to have a local cooked lunch which was delicious.After if you do package C we went to a Longhouse this w...
We went along the river in the dry season very low but lucky we didn't have to push.The instructors where very helpful and friendly taking pictures along the way. We then stopped along the way to have a local cooked lunch which was delicious.After if you do package C we went to a Longhouse this was a amazingly different experience,You can buy some food of the tribes highly recommend trying it. Before the river cruising we went to the oragantans this was amazing and fun we had around a hour and saw 9 it was about a metre a way. Highly recommend going at feeding time 9 am ☺️mcsmcs
July 2018
I've been in Malaysia for about a month, and this was my favorite day so far. I would recommend this trip for any age old enough to paddle a kayak. The orangutans and longhouse tour were two stops I would not have found otherwise, but I am so glad I saw them! The river kayaking was very fun with ...
I've been in Malaysia for about a month, and this was my favorite day so far. I would recommend this trip for any age old enough to paddle a kayak. The orangutans and longhouse tour were two stops I would not have found otherwise, but I am so glad I saw them! The river kayaking was very fun with beautiful views. Lunch was great, and the guides were very friendly. I would recommend going in an even-numbered group, as it is pairs kayaking. This was so much fun and the best way I could have seen Borneo!