7 days tour

Cycling The Headhunter’S Heartland By Bike

Cycling The Headhunter’S Heartland By Bike

This tour includes:

Guide

Local English Speaking Guide included

Meals

Meals included per itinerary

Accommodation

Accommodation included as per itinerary

Transport

Support vehicle, Free airport transfer

Not included:

Insurance

It is a condition of participating in a Paradesa Borneo that each traveler holds his or her own travel insurance for the duration of the trip. It is each client’s responsibility to ensure that the travel insurance policy covers for personal accident, medical expenses, death, emergency repatriation, cancellation, personal liability and loss of luggage and personal effects. If the client choose to travel on a tour with Paradesa Borneo without adequate insurance cover, Paradesa Borneo will not be liable for any personal injury, medical expenses, death, disability, medical evacuation, repatriation and any loss of or damage to luggage and personal effects.

Flights

Flights are not included

Others

Juices, carbonated & alcoholic beverages All services stipulated above are subject to availability at the time of booking.These tours operate on the principle that you may be in a small group of other people.

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Itinerary of your trip Cycling The Headhunter’S Heartland By Bike

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrive At Kuching, Cycle The Heritage Trail (12 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrive At Kuching, Cycle The Heritage Trail (12 Km)

      Arrive in the capital of Sarawak, the charming old town of Kuching. The group will meet with 

      the tour leader in the late afternoon for a briefing on the tour, a chance to try out the bikes, and then we head off straightaway onto the heritage trail of the White Rajah. Enjoy a welcomed sunset dinner at the bank of the romantic Sarawak River.

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      Pedal into history on this heritage tour of Kuching, the capital of Sarawak. Explore the Main Bazaar of the picturesque Old Town, and stop at the Square Tower, at the ‘stone jetty’. In the early days of the Brooke Rajah, this Fort and a nearby Court House were the full extent of government buildings. Cross the River in the traditional fashion, in a ‘sampan’ ferry deftly steered with oars, to visit Fort Margherita, built by Charles Brooke in 1879 and named after his bride. The Fort’s cannons were trained on the river, both a traffic route and possible source of an enemy attack. As it happens, the brickbuilt edifice has never been shot at in anger. After substantial renovations it is now a Museum of Brooke memorabilia.

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      Accomodation: The Marian 

      Meals: D  

  • Day 2 Day 2: Boat To Beliong And Ride To Asajaya (41Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Boat To Beliong And Ride To Asajaya (41Km)

      Today is all about acclimatization with a flat and scenic ride as we hug the coast.

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      After a quick transfer out to avoid the busy traffic of Kuching, we will take a traditional sampan boat to cross the Sarawak River to reach an isolated mangrove island of Beliong. Very near to Kuching, yet isolated on an island, Beliong is home to three vibrant communities, each with their own cultural expressions.

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      We ride through partially gravel roads at a steady pace through mangroves, paddy fields, and Malay fishing villages. Stop to marvel at Beliong Temple before crossing the Sabang River on another wooden boat transfer. We drop by a local fishing market and take photos of the catches of the day. Enjoy the scenic ride on a combination of tarmac road and gravel back lane as we cycle along the river bunds along the South China Sea coastline. Stop at the small buzzling town of Asajaya for lunch before riding to a comfortable Malay homestay at Sadong Jaya. Enjoy the home cooked Bugis Malay dinner at one of the traditional timber Malay village houses.

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      Accommodation: Sadong Jaya Homestay

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      Meals: B L D

  • Day 3 Day 3: Asajaya To Maludam National Park (58 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Asajaya To Maludam National Park (58 Km)

      As we continue our way north-eastward, we’ll cross several wide rivers, including one on a car ferry. Reach Kampung Maludam for a visit to the remote Maludam National Park on a serene boat cruise.


      The road is all flat throughout the day as we continue our ride up the coastway.  Along the way, we cross two major Borneo rivers, one over a huge bridge and the other using a unique community car ferry. We will end the cycling today by riding into the Kampung Hilir Maludam, a peaceful Malay fishing village, where we’ll check into a local hotel. We will leave our bikes at the hotel and take a 45-minute boat ride to the little-visited Maludam National Park in search of big-nose proboscis monkeys, and if you are lucky, you may have a chance to sight the endangered Red Banded Langur. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the quaint Malay fishing village that is famous for its jellyfish and dried fish processing. In the evening, walk to the old town area for some local dinner.


      Accomodation: Maludam Hotel (1 star) Meals: BLD






  • Day 4 Day 4: Maludam National Park Cruise - Transfer To Pusa - Ride From Spaoh To Betong (55 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Maludam National Park Cruise - Transfer To Pusa - Ride From Spaoh To Betong (55 Km)

      After a cruise in Maludam National Park, we take a drive into the interior, and at Pusa, we begin our cycling into the Iban Heartland, entering Betong to pay a visit to Fort Lily.

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      After an early breakfast, we will go on a cruise within the little-visited Maludam National Park in search of big-nose proboscis monkeys, and if you are lucky, you may have a chance to sight the endangered Red Banded Langur.

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      After the cruise, we take a drive on a scenic road along the coast, and after a ferry crossing into the outpost town of Pusa. After lunch, we get back into the saddle and ride westward into the interior of Borneo as we enter the Iban communities territory. The ride goes through secondary forests and rubber and palm plantations, taking in the fresh air and peaceful natural surroundings and enter into the township of Betong for a well deserved lunch at a good local coffee-shop!

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      Visit Fort Lily (1855), built to fortify this ‘outstation’. Lily has seen considerable action in the turbulent times when Iban chief Rentap challenged the Rajah; some of the cannon used in the skirmishes are preserved in the Betong District Office. Overnight is at a local comfortable 2-Stars standard hotel.

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      Accommodation: Betong Medan Hotel

      Meals: B L D

  • Day 5 Day 5: Transfer To Sri Aman - Ride To Lingga - Boat To Banting (49 Km)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Transfer To Sri Aman - Ride To Lingga - Boat To Banting (49 Km)

      After breakfast, your journey continues by car, a 90-minutes journey, until you reach Sri Aman town. It is then time to get back on the saddle to ride along the mighty Batang Lupar, bypassing longhouse villages, farms and paddy fields. If we are lucky, we can see the natural phenomenon of tidal bore roar pass us during our ride. You’ll enjoy an easy ride along the banks of the great river. A few hills in the distance enliven the landscape; make a couple of detours to have a look at particularly interesting longhouses. At Lingga jetty, you board longboats to proceed in time-honored Sarawak fashion. Remember, the rivers were our highways until not so very long ago!

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      You’ll disembark at Banting, an old rallying point of the Ibans who use the fertile lowlands for padi farming. The rocky hill by the river was a primitive fort; in times of danger the villagers found refuge here. The early Christian missionaries recognized the importance of the vantage point and crowned it with St.Paul’s Church which, improved and renovated many times, has stood here since 1859.

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      At the longhouse, take a stroll around the village, climb the hill to inspect the church, ask someone to explain the mysterious rock formations near the river, maybe drop in at the school, see people produce artistic handicrafts like mat-making and weaving, or wander off to the rice fields and vegetable gardens. The river here is famous for its prawns — unfortunately, crocodiles like the tasty crustaceans quite as much as we humans do. Swimming in the river is NOT recommended!

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      At dinner time, spend time with the rest of the longhouse folks to exchange stories. Longhouse hospitality is from the heart, though the facilities tend to be fairly simple; be prepared to eat seated on the floor, and sleep on a mattress under a mosquito net. Overnight at the longhouse to explore the local community and enjoy spontaneous longhouse hospitality at its best.

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      Accommodation: Banting Longhouse

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      Meals: B L D

  • Day 6 Day 6: Return To Sri Aman - Fort Alice - Transfer To Kuching
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Return To Sri Aman - Fort Alice - Transfer To Kuching

      Say goodbye to your longhouse host, you’ll set off by longboat for the Lingga bazaar, center of the lower Batang Lupar where you’ll taste a coffee shop breakfast. After 40 minutes of scenic drive back to the town of Sri Aman, you’ll arrive at Batang Lupar, Sri Aman (formerly known as Simanggang) in time for a visit to Fort Alice. You can’t miss Fort Alice (1864) perched on a riverside hillock, commanding a good view of the river from where trouble might be expected to come in the old days.

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      After lunch we’ll set off for Kuching. The return journey to Kuching is for relaxing, talking and singing, and re-living the adventure you’ve just enjoyed. Epic Sarawak Coastal and Headhunter’s Trail is a trip to remember! Enjoy one last, glorious meal together at the Topspot Food Center in Kuching. It’s where all the good food of Sarawak comes together. The waiters don’t carry white serviettes over their left arm and the ambiance leaves something to be desired, but the food is, seriously, something to write home about!

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      Accommodation: The Marian

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      Meals: B L D

  • Day 7 Day 7: Tour Concludes In Kuching
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Tour Concludes In Kuching

      Today the tour concludes. For those who are not in a hurry to leave, the wildlife and adventures of Borneo await. For more information on these amazing adventures and other destinations to extend your holiday, PLEASE ASK OUR TEAM at the time of booking. We will take you to Kuching Airport for your return flight.

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      Meals: B

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      Transfer to Kuching airport for a flight home sweet home.

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      *Please note that the above itinerary is subjected to change due to unforeseen circumstances. However, we will always do our best to adhere to this original itinerary. 

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but you’re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

You’ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. You’ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 12 / Max: 99

Age range allowed for this experience.

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