Semenggoh Orangutan Center & Sarawak Cultural Village
Recommended by 91% of travelers
Kuching, Malaysia
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Orangutans and tribal cultures are two of the highlights of any trip to Borneo. Check them both off in one day without touching the wheel on this convenient tour. Start with semi-wild orangutans at Semenggoh Nature Reserve, a rehabilitation facility that helps orphaned and rescued primates return to the wild. Then witness the traditional arts, crafts, and dances of Sarawak’s seven main ethnic groups at Sarawak Cultural Village.
- See semi-wild orangutans swing out of the jungle to feed on fresh fruit
- Admire the unique arts, costumes, and architecture of seven ethnic groups
- Watch a multicultural dance performance at Sarawak Cultural Village
- Take it easy with door-to-door round-trip transfers from downtown hotels
What's Included
- Tour Guide
- Return Hotel Tour Transfer
- 1 Water Bottle per person
- Transfer by Air-Conditioned MiniVan
- Whitesocks Pay It Forward Initiative USD10
- Foods & Drinks
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Start time.8:00 am
Itinerary
1
Semenggoh Wildlife Centre
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included
2
Sarawak Cultural Village
5 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Things to Bring Along:
- Extra Water Bottle
- Day Pack
- Insect Repellent
- Sun Screen Lotion
- Infants must sit on laps
- Camera
- Hat / Cap
- Comfortable Walking Shoes
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.7
based on 11 reviews
Mr. Don our tour guide was highly knowledgeable on everything about Sarawak History Culture Wildlife Etc. He made the day a truly educational and enlightening experience.
The Sarawak Cultural Village is absolutely worth to visit! Very nice and interesting place! Also the Semenggoh Orangutan Center, while you should be aware of the timing of when they feed the Orangutan to try to see them.
I was worried that Sarawak Cultural Village would be a place that was too contrived or exploitative...but was wowed as it really showcased Sarawak's diverse cultures beautifully, culminating in a scintillating hour-long performance. Lunch wasn't included but the food at the in-house restaurant was really good and at very fair prices.
While I have seen many orangutans in zoos, seeing them in the wild at Semenggoh in the afternoon was a completely different experience. It was fascinating (and heartbreaking at times) hearing the stories of the different orangutans.
Our guide Dorrita was knowledgeable about both places. Being from the Iban tribe herself, she was particularly well-placed to shed light on many aspects of tribal culture.
Orangutang experience was good although a 7.30am pick up instead of 8am.
Due to Company being greedy we then dropped guests back to the hotel in Kuching which meant we got to the cultural centre at 11.40am and missed the 11.30am show. Had lunch and wandered round the Cultural village which was quite good but guide was trying to make it all last and go slow because the next show was 4pm and that would mean not back into Kuching until nearly 6pm. Given we'd left the hotel at 7.30am that morning we had to miss the show.
Response from Host, Jun 2023
Dear Ms Sarah Rogers ,
Good Day
The approximately time to visit the Ethnic Houses is 2hrs 30mnts. Comprising 7 Ethnic Houses. Thereafter proceed to Cultural dance Performance.
Semenggoh Orangutan Center was conducted in the morning as the afternoon heat wave does not attract much Orangutans. Sarawak Cultural Village, Cultural Dance session starts at either 11:30am or 4:00pm. Due to the proximity / distance of nearly 1hr 45mnts from Semenggoh Center , the next best option was after morning Orangutan feeding session.
Tour Guide Mr Tom advice us as you have a health condition that prevented you from climbing the steps to visit the Ethnic Houses at Sarawak Cultural Village. Of the total 7 Ethnic Houses , you only manage to visit 2 Houses which had accessible steps. we are truly sorry you missed out on the best of Sarawak Cultural Ethnic Experience as the other 5 Houses had much to offer to visitors about the cultural ethnicity of Sarawak. As you finish the touring of the Village in 1 hours , you had a balance of 1-2 hours before the Cultural Dance. you opted to leave early and return to hotel. The Cultural dance performance is a Musical & Dance Heritage.
Although now all are performed as an art form for entertainment instead of its once-believed ritualistic beliefs, these dances are still hugely important in the preservation of some of Malaysia's declining cultural identities.
We had a lovely time on this tour - great way to get a brief understanding of the Sarawak Native Culture. Mr kent, our guide, was very informative and attentive. He explained us the tribal rituals and characteristics well. Dont miss the performance at the end.
We were also lucky to see a mother Chimpanzee and her two babies at the Orangutan center but not much to explore there otherwise
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Hi Meghn,
Greetings from Magunatip Holidays
We are glad you enjoyed the tour and more importantly guide's commentary were very informative. It's a unique place where you may experience how each individual tribes lives. Not to mention the Cultural Dance , a performance characteristic dance movement unique to individual communities.
I am happy because you have visited the Semenggoh Orangutan Center , through the years visitor's patronize Semeggoh Center which started as a Rehabilitation Center for Orangutans. The program is a success because of your visit. We have reintroduce the Orangutans to their natural habitats to the surrounding Forest Reserve but occasionally they do return for a fruit buffet during feeding time. Sometimes few returns especially during Forest Fruit seasons. Thanks to you this Orangutans still have a place to shelter under the supervision of Park Rangers.
Please encourage everyone to visit Semenggoh Orangutan Center.
Thanks & Regards,
Edwin
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