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Limbang to Camp 5 Mulu
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Coming from Kota Kinabalu, Labuan Island or Brunei? Need a cheap package to get into Mulu National Park. We provide land and river guided transport to get you safely to Camp 5. It is a grueling full day program that starts in the wee hours from Limbang town to Medamit Jetty before getting on to a long boat into Mulu National Park where you will visit the Mentawai Ranger Station then continue to Kuala Terikan, the start of HeadHunters Trail. The service ends when you finish the long hike to Camp 5. Although fast paced, the one day duration program will still provide you a breath taking view of the Mulu jungle on the river and on the hike. This is a cheap and affordable deal to get you into Mulu National Park. No Frills - Basically a backpacker deal!
You may need to spend an extra night in Limbang as your program starts early the next morning. The historic north eastern town of Sarawak has comfortable 2 star quality hotel. You can visit the tamu(local markets), museum, historic landmarks or dine at the local coffeeshops. There is a war memorial built in 1963 to remind of the galiant efforts of the British Royal Marine 42 Commando and the Sarawak police Force, who defended and liberated Limbang during the 1962 Brunei Rebellions..
Adventure Rating and Remarks
4. Expect to be cut off from civilization once you get into the river!
Itinerary and Rates (All rates in Malaysian Ringgit and per person)
Valid for 2012
RM350 per person. Minimum 3 person.
Add RM70 per person for overnight stay in Limbang.
Note: Rate also applies if you are coming from the direction of Mulu National Park
Program within one(1) day: Limbang > Medamit > Mentawai > Kuala Terikan > Camp 5
7am, Buy own snacks and pack lunch then start land transfer from Limbang to Medamit jetty. Board long boat trip to go upriver approximately 3 to 4 hrs. Travelling time may be shorter depending on the strength of the currents and the depth of the river. Beautiful sceneries align the river with nature sounds, stone outcrops, dangling vines, flowering trees and sudden flights of rare borneo birds as you whizz past their home and feeding ground.
Ocassionally, you may have to help the boat man to push the boat if the water level is too shallow. You will visit the Mentawai Ranger Station briefly for a break before continuing journey to Kuala Terikan where the famous Headhunter's trail begins! All 11.3 km of it! A pebbled path with intermittent plank and rope bridges built by the natives cut through the dense tropical rainforest, small ponds and rivers. You will reach Camp 5 approximately 4 hours, depending on fitness! The cool refreshing river at the end will be your reward to soothe your tired muscles! Tour ends.
What does it include?
Overland transfer from Limbang, Longboat, HeadHunter's Trail and English speaking guide
What does it exclude?
Items not mentioned, gratuity tips for the guide, insurance, Camp 5, Pinnacles and Mulu accommodation, Park fees and permit.
Tour ends once you reach Camp 5. You will need to organise the accommodation at Camp 5, Pinnacles tour and boat transfers to Mulu Park on your own. This can be done before your journey or when you arrive at Camp 5. Best before your journey to Malaysia.
What do I need to wear/bring?
Please bring the following in addition to what you would normally pack:
- Waterproof jacket / raincoat/ poncho
- Trekking / off road sports shoes/ adidas kampung
- Leech socks
- Sleeping Bag
- Dry bag to keep any important items dry
- Sandals - strapped preferably
- Sunblock
- Hat
- Insect repellent
- Swimwear - good for hiking then straight into the river!
- Light pullover
- Long sleeved shirt
- Trousers
- Torchlight / headlamp with 2 sets of backup batteries - waterproof and able to take some knocking is best
- Snacks/Drinks - for in-between meals. There are few snack/drink choices at the park and expect higher rates.
Best time to visit
This tour can be run at any time during the year.
Getting Here
Limbang is accessible by air daily from Miri, and Kuching airport. From Kuala Lumpur, you can choose to either fly via Malaysia Airlines (MAS) or AirAsia to Miri and hop on a connecting flight from Miri to Limbang. You also come via road from Brunei or Kota Kinabalu. There is now an express bus service from Kota Kinabalu. which takes approximately 5 hours. You can also arrive by boat from Labuan island.