3D2N Kuching – Bidayuh Longhouse Tour (2024-25) - 3 Days

Upon arrival at Kuching International Airport, meet and greet by our friendly representative and proceed for Kuching City & Shopping Tour. Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, is a city that beautifully showcases its cosmopolitan nature through its street heritage. The heart of the city is well preserved, with ornate houses of worship such as the Kuching Oldest City Mosque and Tua Pek Kong Temple. There are also many colonial-style architectural gems, including the Square Tower, which stands alongside the historical Astana and Fort Margherita, the futuristic State Legislative Assembly building (DUN), and the iconic Golden Bridge, which overlooks the Kuching Waterfront. The iconic cat statue strategically dotted along the city centre is a symbol and mascot of Kuching City. It will greet you along the way as your tour takes you to the Market, Main Bazaar, China Town, and other well-known city landmarks, including the Borneo Cultures Museum, among other places of interest. Kuching is a haven for those seeking unique souvenirs and local treasures. You can browse for handmade crafts, trinkets and indigenous products such as woodcarvings, the patterned, multi-colored “pua kumbu” ceremonial cloth, and versatile Sarawak pottery adorned with ethnic motifs. Edible bird’s nest, known for its health benefits, and pepper spice in a beautifully crafted ceramic cat figurine, also make for exquisite and thoughtful gifts suitable for any occasion. A must-visit while in Sarawak is a “Kek Lapis” delicatessen bakery. The renowned Sarawak Kek Lapis is a traditional layered cake, available in an array of flavors with adorned with intricate designs, making an excellent gift for friends and family. Check-in to hotel of your choice.

抵达古晋国际机场，由当地导游接机后开始古晋市区观光。享有世界第七个优雅城市的美誉–古晋, 市容绿意怏然、优雅干净，充满古朴情怀。市内的砂拉越河滨公园、古老中国街坊~唐人街、古色古香的庙宇~大伯公庙、金碧辉煌的教堂及拥有百年历史的古迹，让城市显得独格一方。标志性的猫塑像分布在市中心各个角落，是古晋市吉祥物的象征。此外，历史悠久的阿斯塔纳、玛格丽塔古堡、超现代的州立法议会大楼 (DUN)、婆罗洲文化博物馆以及造价 3500 万、全长 335 公尺的跨河步行弯桥；~达鲁哈纳（Darul Hana）桥或称为黄金桥让这座位於热带丛林的繁华都市，绿意盎然，规划完善，在美丽的砂拉越河衬托下更显浪漫且宁静。来到古晋少不了买一些纪念品。在这里有着各式各样的手工工艺品如木雕、色彩图案的礼仪布 “pua kumbu” 、砂拉越陶器、食用燕窝和胡椒也是非常适合买来当伴手礼。另外，砂拉越的千层蛋糕 “Kek Lapis” 专卖店也是必到的景点之一。拥有多种口味、各式各样的设计的千层蛋糕是送给朋友和家人的绝佳礼物。入住市区酒店。

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning visit to Semenggoh Wildlife Centre. Unlike in a zoo, the orangutans are free to roam in this 653-hectare forest reserve. Here, young and adolescent orangutans are trained and equipped with the right skills for survival in the wild. Witness their delicate nests, nimble treetop acrobatics and the nuances of their feeding behavior. The guide will provide in-depth insights into the distinct behavior and characteristics of this unique primate otherwise known as ‘man of the forest’. Continue the journey to visit Crocodile Farm & Mini Zoo. Nestled within lush greenery, the farm serves as sanctuary for more than 1,000 saltwater and freshwater crocodiles, within enclosures designed to best mimic their natural habitat. During feeding time, witness their mighty powers in action. Beyond these creatures, here you will also find animals such as bearcats, pythons, peacocks, otters, and the magnificent Arapaima Gigas, the world’s largest freshwater fish. Afternoon, proceed to visit Annah Rais Bidayuh Longhouse. The Bidayuh people, Sarawak’s second most populous ethnic group, are widely known as the ‘Land Dayak’ and the ‘Engineer of Bamboo’. Annah Rais, one of Sarawak’s iconic Bidayuh longhouses, is located about 100 kilometers east of Kuching and features magnificent architecture made mostly of bamboo. The journey will take approximately one and a half hours, after which you’ll gain an exclusive glimpse into the villagers’ daily activities such as rice pounding, winnowing, intricate basket and mat weaving, and bamboo carving. The most notable and significant structure is the “Baruk”, or head house, which is located in front of the longhouse. The Baruk was once used as a defensive fort, guarding the entire village from attacks, with real human skulls and their sacred war drum hanging around its central fireplace within. After tour, transfer back to the hotel for overnight.

早餐后，前往参观实蒙谷野生动物保育中心，距离古晋市区车程约 30 分钟，为最靠近市区的热带雨林，而这片原始的雨林，原本就是砂拉越州人猿的其中一个家。由于环境及自然生态的变化，砂拉越州内一些稀有动物已面临绝种的危机，尤其是原产于婆罗洲岛及苏门答腊的红毛猩猩，数量已较十年前减少一半，故州政府便在实蒙谷成立一个专门护育野生动物的组织，以人工的饲养方式，再加上人员的教导与训练，促使这些红毛猩猩更加懂得如何在自然界中生存与繁殖。这里不是把人猿关在笼子里的动物园，而是人猿可以自由来去的家。意思时你未必看得见人猿，你只求可以遇见牠。接着，前往参观鳄鱼养殖场。距离古晋市区约 40 分钟车程，为砂拉越最大的鳄鱼养殖场。养殖场坐落在郁郁葱葱的绿树之中，是 1,000 多条咸水和淡水鳄鱼的庇护所。其围栏的设计最能模仿它们的自然栖息地。在喂食时间，见证它们的强大力量。除了这些生物之外，您还可以在这里发现熊猫、蟒蛇、孔雀、水獭以及巨大的巨骨舌鱼（世界上最大的淡水鱼）等动物。下午来到了比达友族长屋。比达友人是砂拉越人口第二多的民族，被广泛称为 “土地达雅克” 和 “竹子工程师” 。 Annah Rais 是砂拉越标志性的 Bidayuh 长屋之一，位于古晋以东约 100 公里处，拥有主要由竹子建造的宏伟建筑。旅程大约需要一个半小时，之后您将一睹村民的日常活动，如舂米、扬谷、编织复杂的篮子和席子以及竹雕。最引人注目和最重要的结构是位于长屋前面的 “Baruk” 或主屋。巴鲁克曾经被用作防御堡垒，保护整个村庄免受攻击，里面的中央壁炉周围悬挂着真正的人类头骨和神圣的战鼓。行程结束后，返回酒店休息。

Breakfast at the hotel. Free at leisure until transfer to Kuching International Airport for your departure flight.
早餐后，自由活动直到退房。随后，送往古晋国际机场，结束这次的旅程。

Remarks: Sighting of wildlife is NOT GUARANTEE on any wildlife tour, even though each trip is designed around known habitats. The guides will do their utmost to ensure a sighting, but cannot be held liable if there is no successful sighting of wildlife due to weather, or any other factor beyond our control.
备注：行程上所寻找的动物都是野生的，故无法保证游客将会看到它们，但国家公园导游具备专业知识与经验，熟悉动物的习性与国家公园的环境，通常都会到动物出没的地点找到它们。行程结束后, 回返酒店休息。

Sequence of tour is subject to change according to weather permission.
行程及景点的顺序将因不同原因而更改次序。