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Borneo Cultural Village + Binsuluk River Cruise (Probasics Monkey & Fireflies) Combo Shared Day Tour | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Borneo Cultural Village + Binsuluk River Cruise (Probasics Monkey & Fireflies) Combo Shared Day Tour | Kota Kinabalu, Sabah

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Dec 23
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Dec 24
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Dec 25
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Borneo Cultural Village + Binsuluk River Cruise (Probasics Monkey & Fireflies) Combo Shared Day Tour

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Highlights

  • Explore the historical and cultural heritage of six major ethnic villages and delve into the early lifestyle and customs of Sabah's indigenous people.
  • Savor the delicious local lunch & dinner
  • Journey into the wetlands and witness exotic wildlife
  • Witness thousands of fireflies glow in the night sky

-What You Can Expect-


Located in Papar, Borneo Cultural Village is about 50 minutes away from the
city centre, Kota Kinabalu. It offers a cultural experience like no other.
Upon entering, the green scenery will quickly give you the feeling of visiting
a village and will make you anticipate the journey you are about to have.


There are a number of cultural houses to experience different tribes such as
Traditional Rugus House, Murut House, Penampang House, Bajau House and Tidong
House. Each house was built by the descendants of the ethnic they represent.
Besides, an unique activity where you can participate such as in Making Malay
curry and Indian roti canai, Experience tasting locally brewed indigenous rice
wine, Learning traditional outdoor fire-making techniques, participating in
indigenous springboard jumping and traditional bamboo dance. You can also try
out local delicacies.


Visit the countryside of Sabah and take a chance to sight the endemic monkey
to Borneo, Proboscis Monkey that inhabit the unique river environment at
Binsuluk River cruise. At night, enjoy a natural light show when hundreds of
fireflies put on a glowing performance for your benefit.


-Important Info-


  • Pick Up & Return Area: Your hotel located in Kota Kinabalu City Area or Kinarut & Tuaran Area (extra charges applies)
  • Pick Up Time
  • Kota Kinabalu City Area: 9AM

    - Kinarut Area: 7.30AM

    - Tuaran Area: 9.30AM
  • Exact pick up time & info will be provided 1 day before travel date

Itinerary

  • 09:00

    Pick up from your hotel, estimated 30-40 minutes of car ride to Borneo Cultural Village
  • 10:00

    Upon arrival at the cultural village, you will be greeted with an indigenous welcome ceremony. The guide will provide a brief introduction at the entrance, covering key points and taboos for entering the cultural village.
  • You will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the history and culture of Sabah's six major ethnic villages and even experience the lifestyle and customs of the local indigenous people.

  • At the Borneo Cultural Village, you must try the indigenous homemade rice wine! Experience making Malay curry and Indian roti canai!

  • If you're up for a challenge, you can also try traditional outdoor fire-making by hand!

  • Those who are physically fit and have good reflexes can participate in the indigenous springboard jumping and traditional bamboo dance!

  • 12:45

    After witnessing the historical development of the Borneo Cultural Village, you must enjoy the authentic buffet lunch specially prepared by the cultural village people for you!
  • 13:30

    Ready depart from Cultural Village to the Jetty of Binsuluk River
  • 15:30

    Arrive at Binsuluk Turtle Garden Resort (Alternatively change to other jetty, subject to availability)
  • 15:40

    Enjoy afternoon tea
  • 16:30

    Board the sightseeing cruise
  • 16:40

    Search for the long-nosed monkeys
  • 18:00

    Savor a delicious dinner
  • 19:00

    Experience the magical sight of fireflies at the Binsuluk Forest Reserve
  • 21:00

    Return to your hotel in downtown Kota Kinabalu

What's included

INCLUDED

Hotel transfer
Lunch
Dinner
Tour guide
Admission Fee of Cultural Village
Boat Fee
Hi-tea

NOT INCLUDED

Tips
Other expenses not mentioned above
Insurance
Extra charge of Transfers to or from hotels located in Kinarut & Tuaran Area

Additional information

Reminders
A minimum of 4 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 3 day(s) before the departure date
Refunds will not be granted if the river cruise is canceled due to unexpected weather conditions
Transfers to or from hotels located in Kinarut will incur the following fees: 1–3 people: RM15/person; 4 or more: RM10/person. Transfers to or from hotels located in Tuaran will incur the following fee: 1–6 people: RM30/person; 7 or more: RM15/person (all fees are one-way, to be paid directly to the driver)
Emergency contact: 016-833 0725
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