3 Days Mulu Head Hunter Trails
Offering a blend of adventure, nature, and indigenous culture, this immersive journey through Gunung Mulu National Park follows the historic Head Hunter’s Trail. Travel by longboat to a Penan village, trek through dense rainforest to remote Camp 5, and continue through diverse landscapes rich in wildlife. Experience traditional life with an overnight stay in an Iban longhouse before departing via Limbang.
Day-to-Day Itinerary
Follow in the footsteps of the Kayan ethnic minority whose headhunting parties paved the Head Hunter’s Trail in the Mulu National Park. Upon arrival at Mulu Airport, we are welcomed by our guide and transferred by longboat to Batu Bungan, a Penan settlement. Here, we can observe local life and buy displayed handicrafts. We enjoy a picnic lunch at the Clearwater summer huts and relax for a while before continuing our journey to Long Litut.
Next, we embark on our trek, taking about three hours, through the forest to reach to Camp 5. Dinner and overnight are at Camp 5.
Overnight at Camp 5 (Dormitory).
Our exploration of this UNESCO World Heritage Site continues as we trek amongst the Mulu National Park, which is known for its karst rock formations and its rich concentrated biodiversity. We have breakfast at Camp 5 and trek through the lowland forest to reach the Terikan River.
Here, we board a longboat to cruise towards Medalam River among the Park’s dramatic scenery spotting resident wildlife on the way. The journey takes us to the longhouse, a traditional dwelling, where upon arrival, we are welcomed by our hosts and the rest of the day is free to get acquainted to our new surroundings. Dinner and overnight are at the longhouse.
Overnight at Iban Longhouse.
After breakfast at the longhouse, we transfer overland to the town of Limbang. Here, we proceed to Limbang Airport for our flight back to Miri, or on to our next destination.
Route
- The tour is NOT available from 15th December until 31st January every year;
- Tour are strictly on sharing basis only. Any request for Private Tour shall be imposed with additional surcharge (Guide & Boat only);
- Effective from 01st September 2017 onwards, a Tourism Tax of MYR10.00 per room per night will be levied directly to the non-Malaysian guests at the Hotel upon check-out;
- Minimum Age required is 12 years old;
- We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this tour; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant;
- We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the tour in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests;
- Guests traveling over and during local holidays may experience longer waiting times than normal, may see certain sites being closed down, and this program may be subject to supplementary charges;
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this;
- Tours and excursions often include obstacles of various kinds that may not make this excursion suitable for wheelchair users or guests with limited mobility;
- The protection of the country’s flora, fauna and its historical and cultural treasures is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles;
- Please ensure that you bring torchlight, insect repellent, raincoat, swim wear, towel, trekking shoes, sleeping bag, own drinking bottle, first aid kit, sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us. Even when it is cloudy, the sun still has an immense power;
- All mentioned times, durations and stops are based on approximations and may change due to unforeseen circumstances, weather and traffic conditions beyond our control.
- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guiding services / assistance or driver cum guide. Other languages are on request and are subject to availability;
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
- River transportation;
- All meals as indicated in the programme;
- Accommodation at Camp 5 (dormitory) and Iban Longhouse (dormitory);
- Entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the programme;
- All applicable taxes and service charges.
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated;
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement;
- Any domestic / international airline tickets, airport taxes, visa fees, specific camera / video fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general pick-up / drop-off regions (such as airports, out-of-town resorts, ports, harbours and accommodation in surrounding towns);
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the programme;
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers;
- Voluntary carbon emission compensation: USD 1.50 per person per day.
This is one of our Sustainable Trails, an excursion that maximises positive impacts on local communities and minimises negative impacts on the environment in the following ways:
- Eat locally – Meals are cooked by local communities using delicious locally-sourced ingredients;
- Stay eco-friendly – Stay overnight in a dormitory and traditional longhouse for a low-impact, local experience;
- Transport alternatively – Much of the tour is spent hiking, getting you up close and personal with nature;
- Empower viably – Local communities fully manage the longhouse stay, cultural experiences and meals through a community-based tourism model that benefits the wider local community.
