Highlights:

• Cycle through hidden alleys, heritage temples, kampongs, and bustling open-air markets, sampling street food along the way.

• Sarawak River Sunset Cruise: Glide along the river on a traditional sampan as the sun sets over Kuching and Mount Serapi.

• Learn to prepare traditional Bornean dishes in a fun, hands-on culinary experience.

• Semenggoh Orangutan Centre: Observe semi-wild orangutans in their natural habitat during feeding time.

• Rainforest Kayaking Adventure: Paddle through calm jungle rivers, visit a Bidayuh village, swim in mountain streams, and enjoy a riverside picnic.

• Bako National Park Excursion: Trek through multiple ecosystems and spot rare wildlife including proboscis monkeys, silvered langurs, and wild boars. Stay overnight and explore by torchlight.

• Santubong Wildlife Cruise: Search for Irrawaddy dolphins, proboscis monkeys, fireflies, crocodiles, and more along the mangrove-lined rivers.

• Stay at Nanga Sumpa Longhouse (2 nights)
  Travel by longboat deep into the jungle to stay with the Iban people. Share stories, drink local rice wine, and join in community life on the longhouse veranda.

• Deer & Lang’s Caves Exploration: Wander through the world’s largest cave passage and admire intricate limestone formations.

• Bat Exodus at Sunset: Witness millions of bats spiraling out of Deer Cave into the evening sky—a surreal spectacle.

• Damai Beach Resort Stay: Wind down and relax by the sea, or enjoy an optional spa treatment.

 

Day 01: Welcome to Kuching! (D)
Arrive at Kuching Airport, meet and greet and transfer you to your hotel. Check in and get settled, then meet in the late afternoon at the hotel lobby for a fun and informative trip briefing. Our adventure officially begins with a delicious welcome dinner at a nearby local restaurant. If you're up for more, your guide will happily accompany you to vibrant Carpenter Street, where you can toast your arrival with a drink at a charming local bar.
Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel.

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Day 02: Best of Kuching Bike Tour & Sarawak River Sunset Cruise  (B)
08:00 – Walk to the nearby bike shop on Wayang Street and gear up for your Best of Kuching Bike Tour! This 4-hour tour blends the historic Heritage route with the lively Kampong ride, offering you a perfect mix of culture, temples, street food, and hidden gems. After the ride, your afternoon is free—perfect for exploring Kuching’s colonial streets, shopping, or relaxing at a cozy café.

17:30 – Gather at Kuching Waterfront Jetty for a Sunset River Cruise. Sail on a traditional Sampan boat past the cityscape, with Mount Serapi painting a majestic backdrop. Keep your camera ready for a stunning sunset!
Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel.

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Day 03: Orangutans & Rainforest Kayaking (B/L)
07:50–08:10 – Set off for Semenggoh Orangutan Centre, a sanctuary where you may witness these amazing apes up close during their morning feeding time.

Next, head to Bengoh, your launch point for a thrilling kayaking adventure through rainforest-clad limestone hills. Paddle peaceful waters interrupted by gentle rapids, stop for a dip, meet locals in a Bidayuh village, and enjoy a riverside picnic lunch. Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel.

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Day 04: Into the Wild – Bako National Park (B/L/D)
07:50–08:10 – Journey to Bako Village, then hop on a boat to the legendary Bako National Park. This park is bursting with wildlife—from proboscis monkeys and silvered langurs to wild boars and monitor lizards.

Trek the park’s network of scenic trails, explore its diverse landscapes, and enjoy meals at the park canteen. As night falls, join a guided torchlight walk in search of nocturnal creatures. Overnight at Bako park accommodation.

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Day 05: Bako – Back to Kuching (B/L/D)
Enjoy a morning hike through the park’s pristine habitats, spotting rare birds and perhaps another elusive proboscis monkey. After lunch, return to Kuching by mid-afternoon.

That evening, dive into the flavors of native Sarawak cuisine at Jak Ma’an Restaurant (or similar). Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel

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Day 06: Taste of Sarawak – Cooking Class (B/L)
After breakfast, head to your Sarawak cooking class venue. Get hands-on as your local instructor guides you through creating a mouthwatering array of traditional dishes using fresh, local ingredients—fruits, meats, vegetables, herbs, and spices galore!

Feast on your culinary creations during lunch, then enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. Explore downtown, go spice shopping, grab a coffee, or indulge in an optional spa treatment.  Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel.

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Day 07: Journey to Nanga Sumpa (B/L/D)
07:50–08:10 – Set out for Batang Ai, with a stop at Lachau Bazaar for snacks and browsing. Enjoy lunch at a local coffee shop before continuing to the lake.

Board a longboat and cruise upriver to the Nanga Sumpa Lodge. Settle in and have dinner, then visit the longhouse. Share stories, taste rice wine, and connect with the Iban community. Overnight at Nanga Sumpa Lodge.

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Day 08: Waterfalls & Jungle BBQ (B/L/D)
Trek jungle trails and cruise upriver to the stunning Enseluai Waterfall. If river conditions permit, your boatman may show off traditional Iban fishing techniques. Relax, swim, and enjoy a BBQ lunch by the river, prepared by your Iban hosts. Return to the lodge, visit the longhouse again, and share more stories and rice wine on the ruai (verandah). Overnight at Nanga Sumpa Lodge.

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Day 09: Return to Kuching (B/L)
After breakfast, travel back downriver to Batang Ai, then continue overland to Kuching with lunch along the way.

Arrive back in the city around 16:30 and check into your hotel. Overnight at The Waterfront Hotel.

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Day 10: Kuching – Mulu National Park: Deer & Lang’s Caves (B/D)

Catch a morning flight from Kuching to Mulu. Upon arrival, transfer to our accommodation and freshen up. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic 3km plankwalk through lush rainforest to reach the colossal Deer Cave—home to the world’s largest cave passage. Nearby, Lang’s Cave stuns with its delicate and intricate limestone formations. At dusk, head to the Bat Observatory and watch a mesmerizing natural show as millions of bats spiral out of Deer Cave into the sunset. Return to the hotel by torchlight for a cozy dinner.

Overnight at Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa.

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Day 11: Clearwater & Wind Caves – Kuching – Damai Beach (B/L)

Start the day with a river journey to Wind Cave and its royal “King’s Chamber.” Then take a short walk to Clearwater Cave, adorned with lace-like stalactites and home to rare one-leaf plants and light-sensitive algae.

Cool off at the shaded swimming area near the cave and enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch. Later, fly back to Kuching and transfer to the serene Damai Beach.

Overnight at Damai Beach Resort.

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Day 12: Damai Beach & Santubong Wildlife Cruise (B)

The morning and early afternoon are all yours to relax at Damai Beach. Around 4:15 PM, set off for the Santubong Boat Club. Board your boat and cruise through the mangroves and rivers of the Santubong Peninsula.

Spot Irrawaddy dolphins, proboscis monkeys, and maybe even crocodiles or fireflies as dusk falls. Watch the trees twinkle with natural lights before heading back to shore and returning to your resort.

Overnight at Damai Beach Resort.

Note: Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed and tours may be canceled in rough weather.

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Day 13: Damai Beach (B/D)

Free day at leisure at Damai Beach to relax and process all the amazing sights and experiences you have had. We will have a farewell dinner at Damai Beach Resort. Overnight at Damai Beach Resort.

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Day 14: Kuching (B)

Our Borneo adventure has sadly come to an end! Transfer from Damai Beach Resort to Kuching airport for your departure flight.