Sarawak Adventure

Located on the North Western tip of Borneo and under ninety minutes flying time from Singapore, Sarawak is Malaysia's largest state.  This lush green state is home to a rainforest the size of Austria, and has one of the World's richest and most diverse eco systems.  Twenty seven different ethnic groups each with their own language, culture and lifestyle make the virgin rainforest their home.  In the towns the populations are mainly comprised of Malay and Chinese communities. 

The attractive city of Kuching, sometimes known as 'Cat City' (as Kuching in Malay means cat!) is the capital of the state of Sarawak.  Here the colourful Malay and Chinese shop fronts and historic colonial buildings blend with modern structures.  At the heart of Kuching is the Sarawak River, and the waterfront which has a beautifully landscaped esplanade, this is a meeting point for visitors and locals alike who gather to watch the beautiful sunsets over the Matang Mountains.   

Our suggested itinerary will allow you to see beautiful scenery, astounding wildlife and witness fascinating cultures.

Days 1 & 2

Fly from London Heathrow to Kuching via Singapore with Singapore Airlines.  On arrival at Kuching Airport you will be met and transferred to the Holiday Inn Kuching for a two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 3

Join a sightseeing tour of the city.  This will include visits to the Cat Statue, Tua Pek Kong temple - the oldest Chinese temple in Sarawak,  from the temple you can get a food view of the imposing Fort Margherita, which now serves as a police museum. The tour will also pass through the superbly-designed St. Joseph Cathedral, the Syariah Muslim Court, the Satok Suspension Bridge and traditional Malay houses built on stilts. Stopping at a magnificent Mosque built along the riverbank. The highlight of the tour will be a visit to the Sarawak Museum, which is acknowledged as one of the finest in the world. It is a treasure house of artefacts and exhibits, which possess great archaeological and cultural significance.

Day 4

This morning join the Batang Ai Longhouse Safari.  Depart Kuching for a 4 hour drive through stunning rainforest scenery to Batang Ai Longhouse.  Stop enroute at Serian Town to see the excellent farmers market.  Continue to Batang Ai Longhouse enjoying lunch enroute.  On arrival check-in for a two night stay.  Dinner is also included.

Day 5

Following breakfast, take a delightful long boat ride across the lake to journey up river to visit the tradition longhouse of the Iban.  A highlight of this visit will be the remarkable tradtional reception that you will receive with enchanting ceremonial dances.  Later in the afternoon return to the Batang Ai Longhouse, the rest of the day is at leisure.  Lunch and dinner is included.

Day 6

After breakfast leave for Kuching. On arrival check-in at the Holiday Inn Kuching for an overnight stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 7

Today join the Bako Nature Wildlife Safari.  Drive to the Northern coast for a boat ride to the Bako National Park headquarters.  You will be taken on a scenic nature walk to look out for probiscus monkeys, fascinating carnivorous pitcher plants, abundant orchids and wildlife.  Then take the Pandan Kecil Trekking Trail, this will lead to a beautiful swimming beach.  Later return to your accommodation at the park's chalet.  Lunch and dinner is included.

Day 8

You may opt for an early wake up to wander around the Park’s Headquarters for bird watching or to see other wildlife. After breakfast you will be taken on a different trekking trail to explore more of the park. We return to Kuching in the afternoon.   Check-in for two nights at the Holiday Inn Kuching inclusive of breakfast.

Day 9

Join the Semenggok Orangutan and Rainforest Tour.  The Semenggok Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is located about 22 km from Kuching. It is the only one of kind in Sarawak.  Set up in 1975, this 740-hectare of virgin forest is home to orang utans, honey bears, hornbills, porcupines, storks, barking deer and monkeys. Most of these animals were rescued from captivity and are being rehabilitated here in their natural surroundings.  The tour provides an opportunity of a lifetime to observe how the orang utans are being rehabilitated and trained to fend for themselves before being released into the wild.  Visitors are allowed to observe and study the orangutans from a distance.

Day 10

Transfer to Kuching Airport for your onward Singapore Airlines flights to London Heathrow via Singapore.

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