Borneo's Rajahs and Riches

13 days from £2,165pp Inc. international flights

A 13 day trip exploring the highlights of western Sarawak including the riverside city of Kuching; Iban tribes bordering Kalimantan; Semenggok orang-utan centre and the beaches of the Damai Peninsula.

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At a Glance

• Damai Beach 5 nights
• Kuching 3 nights
• Lemanak River 1 night
• Batang Ai 1 night

Highlights of this itinerary

• Discover the history (as well as riverside cafes and restaurants) of Borneo's colourful colonial city Kuching.
• See orang-utan and enjoy a close up experience of Borneo's most famous animal.
• Enjoy the local hospitality (and rice wine!) of the indigenous Iban tribe in a longhouse.
• Relax on the white sand beaches of the Damai Peninsula.

Day by Day LegendLegend

• Outbound Flight
• Transfer
• Accommodation
• Excursion
• Cruise
• Train Journey
• Return Flight

Day 1London

Overnight flight from the UK to Borneo.

Day 2Kuala Lumpur - Kuching

On arrival in Kuching you will be welcomed by your driver and guide and transferred to your hotel.

Day 3Kuching - Kuching

Learn the history and importance of the White Rajahs whilst enjoying the delights of Kuching on a personal walking tour with your guide.

Day 4Kuching

Spend the day exploring Kuching at your own pace before a memorable evening trip with your guide. You will be taken through the hawker stalls and night markets sampling some of Borneo's unique flavours whilst soaking up the lively atmosphere as the local city dwellers come out to socialise. Finish the evening with dinner beside the river.

Day 5Kuching - Lemanak River

You will be met by your driver and guide after breakfast and taken to the Lemanak River by road, stopping at Semenggok Orang-utan Sanctuary for feeding time, a traditional market in Serian, a pepper farm and a local restaurant on the way. The final 40 minutes of your journey will be on the river, by longboat. On arrival at the Iban longhouse you will learn about the local customs, dine and dance with the families before bed.

Day 6Lemanak River - Batang Ai

After breakfast your guide will take you on a nature trail in the area surrounding the longhouse. You will also be given a blowpipe demonstration, which you are welcome to try for yourself. Weather permitting, lunch will be served on the riverbank where you also have the chance for a swim. Following lunch you will be transferred to the Batang Ai Hilton where you can relax and enjoy a hot shower. Your guide will take you on a nature walk in the area which includes a canopy walkway.

Day 7Batang Ai - Damai Beach

You have a long day today as you are driven back to Kuching and on to the Damai Peninsula.

Day 8Damai Beach

Enjoy the day relaxing around the pool or beach.

Day 9Damai Beach

Free time to enjoy your beach front hotel.

Day 10Damai Beach

Free time to enjoy your beach front hotel.

Day 11Damai Beach

Enjoy your final full day away.

Day 12Damai Beach - Kuching - Kuala Lumpur

Overnight flight from Borneo to the UK.

Day 13London

Early morning arrival in the UK.