Borneo Cultural Village with 7 Traditional Homes led by Guide

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia
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Duration5h
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, Malay, English
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

The Borneo Cultural Village features 7 traditional homes, with each ethnic group from the indigenous communities in its own special charm waiting to explore.

Join in fun activities by learning to use the blowpipe at Murut House, trying traditional musical instruments at Bajau House, and discovering how to start a fire with bamboo at Tidung House.

Listen and experience live cultural dance performances that highlight the beautiful artistry and music tribe locally.

A variety of flavors, get the chance to try out some delicious local foods and drinks that truly represent the area, encounter rice wine, Tenom coffee, sago cakes, and for those feeling a bit adventurous, sago worms.

Authentic encounters with every traditional house is crafted by the descendants of the tribes they represent, providing a true glimpse into their unique architectural styles and everyday rituals.

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off round trip within city center
  • Entry ticket
  • Guided tour of traditional houses
  • Hands-on activities like blowpipe use, bamboo fire-starting, and musical instruments
  • All local taxes
  • Live cultural dance performances
  • Local lunch
  • Personal expense

What to expect

  1. Kota Kinabalu
    1h
    The pick-up starts from your hotel in Kota Kinabalu, offering a delightful journey of approximately one hour through a scenic drive to the Borneo Cultural Village, subject weather, traffic and road condition.
  2. 3h · Admission ticket included
    Upon arrival, you will be graciously welcomed by the village Chief. then a guide, often a member of the local community, will graciously lead you through traditional houses, inviting you to explore the authentic dwellings of various ethnic groups such as the Kadazan-Dusun, Murut, and Bajau. Engage in elegant pursuits such as bamboo fire-starting, the artful use of a blowpipe, or the enchanting melodies of musical instruments. Then indulge in live cultural dances and music in the performance hall, and proceed savoring a local lunch made by the indigenous tribe at the end.
  3. Kota Kinabalu
    1h
    At the end of this wild ride, you'll be taken back to your hotel with included transfers, grabbing unforgettable memories that you'll probably tell your grandkids about—if they can handle the excitement!

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your driver will be arriving to pick you up based on the name you provided in your reservation. We kindly ask you to double-check that the hotel name is correct or let us know a day before the tour starts. please take note this pick up in the town of city of Kota Kinabalu. Thank you! Your guide is familiar with your name and personal details, so no worries. We kindly ask that you be ready in the hotel or anywhere near the road, pls be informed if you choose a shared tour there might be delay in pick up hence wait patiently. If there are any changes, we will be sure to let you know!

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The itinerary may be modified due to bad weather, number of passenger and current road conditions.
  • Please be aware that weather, traffic, and local regulations may cause delays in the tour's start and end times.
  • Pls be advised that this is a shared trip, therefore pick-up may be delayed.
  • This tour run in rain and shine.

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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