2D1N Sarawak Iban Longhouse Safari Tour

Overview

An exploration beginning in Kuching that takes you into the heartland of the Iban tribe along the Lemanak River. Be immersed in their culture and way of life as you eat and sleep (and dance) in their world. Be intrigued by their livelihood and learn about their hunting methods, bamboo cooking lunches and their dependence on the rainforest for everything from their foods to their medicines.

Tour Highlights

A cultural extravaganza, taking you deep into the heartland of the Iban tribe
Traverse up and down the river on a motorised longboat
Enjoy fine delicacies including the famous ‘Tuak’, locally brewed rice wine
Immerse yourself in cultural activities including traditional dancing and blowpipe demonstrations
Go on a guided jungle walk and learn about plants used by the natives for food, medicine, and handicrafts

Includes

Tours and transfers, accommodation and meals specified, and English speaking guide.

Excludes

Day 1 : Kuching - Serian

Morning, pick up from your hotel and depart for a four hour drive to the jetty. There will be three stop-overs en-route at Serian - a Dayak trading town, a Chinese farmhouse to see how pepper and cocoa are grown and Lachau for lunch. On arrival at the river jetty, proceed by motorized longboat up river to the Longhouse. Afternoon, tour the longhouse and watch the natives at work making mats, baskets, handicrafts and mending fishing nets. After dinner, join in the fun filled evening with the traditional dance and enjoy the locally brewed rice wine known as "Tuak". Overnight at the longhouse.

Meals : Lunch and Dinner

Day 2 : Serian - Kuching

After breakfast, witness a blowpipe demonstration and a jungle walk with guide highlighting the various plants which the natives use for food, making traditional medicine and handicraft. Return downriver and overland drive back to Kuching.

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

Rates

Notes

Validity Rates are valid for travel by 31 Dec 2023

Availability This tour runs everyday. Prior booking required.

Children Discount This is a kid friendly tour, discount is applicable to children based on their birth year and following room sharing policy in certain property. Contact our consultant to know more.

Transfer Inclusion This tour package rates include pick-up and drop-off from Kuching Airport or city hotel in Kuching. Additional charge per person applies for pick-up and drop-off outside this area and pick up time may vary.

Additional Notes

Things to Bring

Bring Your Own Bottle

Borneo Eco Tours is moving towards a single-use plastic free environment! So, please join our movement by bringing your own refillable water bottle during your time with us. Our vans and coaches are prepared with water containers so that you can refill your bottle anytime throughout the tour.