“One great, wild , untidy, luxuriant hothouse made by nature”
– Charles Darwin 36 Highlights of Borneo
Highlights ■ Kuching ■ Sarawak River ■ Headhunter Tribes ■ Jungle Treks ■ Orangutans ■ Mount Kinabalu ■ Poring Hot Springs ■ Sandakan ■ Kinabatangan River
Tour notes ●
Group Departure Dates – 2011: 16 Mar; 06 Apr; 11 May; 08 Jun; 06 Jul; 10 Aug; 07 Sep; 05 Oct. 2012: 14 Mar; 04 Apr.
● Extensions – Kuala Lumpur or beach extension are available.
Borneo is endowed with one of the most varied eco-systems, an array of national parks, marine reserves, untouched reefs and a rich and diverse ethnic history. It was described by Charles Darwin as ‘one great wild, untidy, luxuriant hothouse made by nature’ and few places reward a generous spirit so generously. Tour this exotic island, experiencing the cultural and natural wonders, including a visit to the orangutan rehabilitation centre in Sandakan.
Day 1: London – Kuching Fly overnight with Malaysia Airlines from London Heathrow to Kuching, via Kuala Lumpur.
Day 2: Kuching Welcome to Kuching – Sarawak’s bustling capital, one of the cleanest and friendliest cities in Asia. On arrival, transfer to the Hilton Kuching for 2 nights. (RO)
Day 3: Kuching After a morning tour of Kuching’s highlights, drive to Semengoh Wildlife Centre to observe the feeding of orangutans that have been rescued from captivity. (B/L)
Day 4: Kuching – Batang Ai Journey (Approx 4 hours 30 min) through rural Sarawak to Hilton
Batang Ai where you will spend 2 nights. En route visit the colourful native market in Serian town. (B/L)
Day 5: Batang Ai Batang Ai is the ancestral home to the Iban, one of Borneo’s last true wilderness areas. Take a short journey by longboat to visit an Iban community. Visit the longhouse, chat with the villagers and experience their way of life over a glass of ‘tuak’ (home brew rice wine). Lunch will be served at the longhouse before returning to your hotel. (B/L)
Day 6: Batang Ai – Kuching Transfer to Kuching for overnight at the Hilton Kuching. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax at your hotel or further explore Kuching. (B/L)
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