2D1N or 3D2N Sarawak Batang Ai Ibans Long House Experience
- Experience the hospitality of Sarawak’s major tribe, the Ibans by taking a trip up to Batang Ai & staying for a few nights in one of the longhouses
- A six-hour drive from Kuching to a jetty at Batang Ai, followed by a one or two-hour boat ride to the longhouse, depending on the chosen destination
- The rule of thumb is that the further away from the city, the more traditional experience you will get
- Limited access constraints to experience a local and traditional lifestyle in the longhouse
Options
2D1N Batang Ai Longhouse Experience
Inclusions
English / Malay-speaking guide
Round-trip transfers to and from your hotel
1-night accommodation at Nanga Ukom Iban Longhouse (Stay with Iban Family)
Permit & Entrance fee
1 x Breakfast
2 x Lunch
1 x Dinner
Bottled drinking water
Round-trip longboat transfer
Rice wine
Exclusions
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Insurance
Additional Info
Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount
Free for children aged 0-2
Children aged 3-12 must be accompanied by a paying adult
This activity requires a minimum of 2 participant(s). If the minimum is not met, you can book an alternative date or request a full refund
Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity
The activity is not recommended: high blood pressure / epilepsy / heart disease / asthma / other serious medical conditions / pregnant women / PWDs (persons with disabilities)
Fitness Level Requirement: Beginner
Change of clothes / Sunscreen / Sunglasses / Caps or hats / Toiletries / Raincoat or poncho / Towel / Water bottle / First-aid kit / Flashlight or headlamp
Walking stick (if needed)/Dry bag packed
Waterproof clothing / Hiking shoes
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is not stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in 2D1N or 3D2N Sarawak Batang Ai Ibans Long House Experience
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Day 1
- Departure: Get picked up at 08:00. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly..This is a shared transfer and pick up could be early or late The operator will re-confirm your pick-up time in advance Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] Make a stop at Semenggoh Orang Utan Rehabilitation Centre, Continue the journey through rural Sarawak, passing pepper gardens, cocoa and rubber plantations, rice fields, and oil palm groves (A few stops will be made along the way)., Visit the colorful native market in Serian town where a variety of jungle produce such as edible ferns, bamboo shoots & unusual tropical fruit are on display
- [Dining] Lunch
- [Attraction/experience] Guided tour, A native longboat awaits you at the river for 1-hour boat journey through the tropical rainforest to reach the longhouse, home of the Iban tribe, Relax on the ruai (common verandah) and spend time with the Iban people, Experience the Sarawak's major tribe, the Ibans' lifestyle
- [Dining] Dinner
- [Attraction/experience] Have a cultural dance or warrior dance (Ngajat) from the Iban people, learn about their culture & enjoy some local rice wine (Tuak and Langkau)
- [Accommodation] Nanga Ukom Iban Longhouse (Stay with Iban Family)
Day 2
- [Dining] Breakfast
- [Attraction/experience] Witness a blowpipe demonstration, followed by a cockfighting demonstration & jungle trekking (1 hour), Depart down the river by longboat for about a 1-hour journey then continue by coach
- [Dining] Lunch
- [Return] 16:00, Shuttle included
- The menu might change depending on the season and availability of ingredients
Our Favourites
Depart from your hotel for Batang Ai Iban Longhouse and start an exciting adventure through the rural landscapes of Sarawak. Travel by van through pepper plantations, rice farms, and crowded markets, sampling local cuisine along the way. Board a traditional longboat at Batang Ai Jetty and cruise through the lush jungle to the Nanga Ukom Longhouse, where the Iban tribe's warm hospitality awaits. Spend the evening on the common verandah, performing cultural traditions and tasting local rice wine. On day two, wake up to nature's music and have a modest breakfast before venturing out into the bush. Trek along gorgeous paths, experience unique flora and fauna, and engage in activities such as fishing and foraging for a picnic lunch.
Meet
Venues
- Kuching
