Sarawak Wildlife Explore

Sarawak is a fabulous destination for history, mystery and exotic adventures. Let's explore incredible scenery, cultural diversity and nature’s most intriguing wildlife on this six days whirlwind adventure.

Duration: 6 days/5 nights

Tour Code: MMAT02

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Semenggoh Orangutan - Bako National Park - Nanga Sumpa Longhuse

• Day 1 - Kuching Arrival

  Place Transport: Airplane->Car
  Meals:

  Arrive in Kuching. Meet and transfer to your hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is at leisure. Stay overnight in Kuching.

  Day 2 - Semenggoh Oragutan - Bako National Park

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  In the morning, depart for Semenggoh Wildlife Centre located 24 kilometres from the center 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. Stay overnight at the park accommodation.

  Day 3 - Bako National Park - Kuching

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  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.

  Day 4 - Kuching - Nanga Sumpai Longhouse

  Place Transport: Car->Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  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. Stay overnight at the lodge.

  Day 5 - Nanga Sumpa - Enseluai Waterfall

  Place Transport: Boat
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch - Dinner

  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. Stay overnight at the lodge.

  Day 6 - Nanga Sumpa Longhouse - Kuching Depature

  Place Transport: Boat->Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  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.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  05 Nights Accommodation.
  
  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  - Boat cruises as specified in the program.

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.
  
  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.
  
  - Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport taxi Visas.
  
  - Dinners, except as specified above.
  
  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
  
  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note
  - The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
  
  What to bring?
  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
  
  How to start?
  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
  - You can get Malaysia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport).