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Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
Quiet wooden balcony lounge with wicker chairs and framed artwork, overlooking a rustic entryway in Malaysia
Baskets of tropical fruit, herbs and spices laid out on a wooden table against a brick wall at a Malaysian market
Assorted noodle and meat dishes arranged in a bamboo tray on banana leaves at a food stall in Kuching, Sarawak
Rustic open-walled lodge lounge with hammocks, sofa seating and lantern light, overlooking greenery through wide windows in Malaysia
White mosquito-net canopy draped over a rustic seating area with bamboo screens and hanging artwork in Malaysia
Tiled longhouse bedroom at Saloma's Sarawak village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching, with a large bed and views to the garden
Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
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Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
Quiet wooden balcony lounge with wicker chairs and framed artwork, overlooking a rustic entryway in Malaysia
Baskets of tropical fruit, herbs and spices laid out on a wooden table against a brick wall at a Malaysian market
Assorted noodle and meat dishes arranged in a bamboo tray on banana leaves at a food stall in Kuching, Sarawak
Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
Quiet wooden balcony lounge with wicker chairs and framed artwork, overlooking a rustic entryway in Malaysia
Baskets of tropical fruit, herbs and spices laid out on a wooden table against a brick wall at a Malaysian market
Assorted noodle and meat dishes arranged in a bamboo tray on banana leaves at a food stall in Kuching, Sarawak
Rustic open-walled lodge lounge with hammocks, sofa seating and lantern light, overlooking greenery through wide windows in Malaysia
White mosquito-net canopy draped over a rustic seating area with bamboo screens and hanging artwork in Malaysia
Tiled longhouse bedroom at Saloma's Sarawak village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching, with a large bed and views to the garden
Tan dog lies on the forest floor in a lush Sarawak campsite, alert but resting among leaves and tree trunks near Kuching
Wok sizzling with mixed vegetables and herbs during bamboo cooking at Saloma's Sarawak village stay near Semenggoh, Kuching
Bamboo cooking tubes laid on leafy ground beside a rocky stream and small waterfall near Semenggoh, Kuching
Woman preparing food at a Sarawak longhouse table, assembling ingredients in bowls and bamboo shoots, with brick walls behind
Hands pressing and mixing cooked rice in a metal pot over an open fire during bamboo cooking at a Sarawak village stay
Bamboo cooking in a Sarawak village stay: a split bamboo tube of appetisers with chopsticks and small condiment bowls
Fresh market ingredients laid on a wooden table—eggs, herbs, prawns, onions and bananas—for bamboo cooking in Kuching, Sarawak
Inside a Sarawak longhouse at Semenggoh on a village stay, with bamboo counter, wooden shelves and a bamboo cooking area
Narrow tiled passage inside a blue-and-brick bathroom in a Sarawak village longhouse, with wash basins and an open doorway
Blue-and-brick washroom in a Sarawak longhouse stay, with a round basin, toilet, toiletries and a round window
Assorted cooked dishes in woven leaf and bamboo bowls on a long table, served outdoors during a Sarawak village stay
Smiling woman carrying a woven basket of leaves in the rainforest near Kuching, likely at a rainforest homestay
Saloma in a bright red longhouse dress standing among woven flower trays with misty rainforest hills behind, Sarawak
Wooden longhouse corridor at Saloma's Bidayuh village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching, with hanging baskets and framed photos
Sarawak longhouse bedroom with white mosquito nets draped over beds, wooden walls, and a ceiling fan overhead
Saloma smiling while holding an orangutan near the river in Semenggoh, sharing Sarawak wildlife encounters on her village stay
Two guests smiling in a forested farm area, holding baskets of collected produce during a Sarawak village stay
Sarawak longhouse veranda with wooden walls and hanging cloth decorations, surrounded by tropical plants near Kuching
Dining setup on a longhouse veranda with wicker chairs and a drinks table, surrounded by greenery at a Sarawak village stay
Rustic longhouse living area at Saloma's Sarawak village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching, with a hanging hammock and wooden walkway
Dining table set for shared meals in a bamboo longhouse at Saloma's Sarawak village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching
Backpacker crossing a log bridge in the rainforest near Kuching during a rainforest homestay trek with fellow walkers
Orangutan on a dirt track in the Semenggoh jungle, with a caretaker standing in the background during Saloma’s village stay
Traveller pushing through tall greenery with forested hills in the distance during a Sarawak village stay near Kuching
Guest gathering leafy plants in the garden near a Sarawak longhouse in Kuching, preparing ingredients outdoors
Smiling child holding a garden plant with forested hills in the background during a Semenggoh village stay near Kuching
Herbs, bamboo shoots, and spices laid out on a stone slab for bamboo cooking at Saloma’s Sarawak village stay near Semenggoh
Overhead Sarawak feast on banana leaves in Kuching, with rice, soups, grilled fish and vegetables in woven baskets
Hands dusting and shaping dough in a bamboo tray on a wooden floor during a Sarawak village stay in Kuching
Rustic wooden longhouse homes in a Sarawak village settlement near Semenggoh, with hills and cloudy skies over Kuching
Sunlit living area in a Sarawak longhouse with cushioned sofa seating beneath a high timber roof during Saloma’s village stay
Leaf-lined bamboo cooking station in a Sarawak longhouse at Kuching, with baskets of herbs and dishes ready to serve
Fresh jackfruit split on a tray with sliced fruit and seeds, set up as an ingredient for Sarawak village cooking
Shellfish and spices simmering in a large metal pot, with leaves and utensils ready for cooking during the village stay
Waterfall pouring into a calm jungle pool, with swimmers relaxing near rocks on a Semenggoh day trip in Sarawak
Hands wrapping rice parcels in banana leaves on a wooden table during a Sarawak village cooking session in Semenggoh near Kuching
Dinner spread on a longhouse table with candles and fruit at a Semenggoh Sarawak village stay near Kuching
Visitors on a muddy riverside path watching wildlife behind bamboo fencing in the Semenggoh jungle during Kuching village stay
Rainforest-covered valley hills framed by bamboo railings from a viewpoint at Saloma’s Sarawak village stay near Kuching
Outdoor-style bathroom corridor with squat toilet and buckets in Saloma’s Sarawak village longhouse stay in Semenggoh, Kuching
Longhouse veranda with wooden chairs outside Saloma's Sarawak village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching, under a shaded roof

3D2N Sarawak Village Stay | Semenggoh, Longhouse + Bamboo Cooking

Slow down in a Bidayuh village you won’t want to leave
4.9
|76 Reviews
Group size
Up to 10 guests
DURATION
3 days 2 nights
Booking type
Join-in trip
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A heartfelt village stay in Borneo, with food so good you won’t leave
In this 3D2N experience, you'll stay in a traditional Sarawak village and learn the local ways with a super hospitable host. It's slow, it's heartfelt and many guests say they wished they stayed for longer!Saloma and her family make you feel at home straight away — not in a polished, resort way, but in a warm, lived-in way where you can just relax and settle in. The days are well-paced, with a mix of activities and plenty of time to unwind in the hammocks or just enjoy the surroundings.You’ll visit orangutans, explore her village, trek through jungle to a waterfall, and try bamboo cooking using ingredients from their farm. The food is a real highlight, and a lot of guests say it’s something they look forward to each day.What to expect Includes return transport from Kuching 2 nights' stay with Saloma’s family in a quiet villageVisit Semenggoh orangutan sanctuaryExplore a Bidayuh village and longhouseJungle trek to farm and waterfallTry bamboo cooking with local ingredientsHome-cooked meals (a highlight!)Slow down and relax on hammocks, take in the village lifeOptional night walks to see fireflies 

Experience highlights

Smiling cook arranging vegetables and ingredients on trays at an outdoor table against a red brick wall in Malaysia
Stay with a welcoming local family
Quiet wooden balcony lounge with wicker chairs and framed artwork, overlooking a rustic entryway in Malaysia
Feels like home, not a hotel
Wok sizzling with mixed vegetables and herbs during bamboo cooking at Saloma's Sarawak village stay near Semenggoh, Kuching
Enjoy yummy food guests rave about
Group of travellers posing on the front steps of a stilted Sarawak longhouse during Saloma’s 3D2N village stay in Semenggoh, Kuching
Visit a traditional Bidayuh longhouse
Orangutan on a dirt track in the Semenggoh jungle, with a caretaker standing in the background during Saloma’s village stay
See rescued Orangutans at Semenggoh
Bamboo cooking in a Sarawak village stay: a split bamboo tube of appetisers with chopsticks and small condiment bowls
Bamboo cooking with fresh ingredients
Two travellers standing in shallow water and smiling at a rainforest waterfall during a Sarawak village stay near Semenggoh, Kuching
Jungle trek + waterfall swim
Three travellers stand on rocky steps beside a cascading jungle waterfall with misty spray during a Sarawak village stay
Includes return transport from Kuching
Woman relaxing in a woven hammock on a rainforest homestay verandah in Kuching, with greenery and laundry line nearby
Enjoy a slow, peaceful village life

What You’ll be Doing

Day 1:

Visit Semenggoh Orangutan sanctuary, Bidayuh village, learn traditional crafts and see fireflies

Day 2:

Trek to the family farm, forage and cook in bamboo, swim, evening fireflies

Day 3:

Waterfall trek, lunch, then return to Kuching
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What’s Included

Accommodation at Saloma Villagestay in a typical Bidayuh open tree house.
Transfer to & from Kuching hotels/airport, (extra charges apply after 1PM pick up from/to airport & pick up/drop off from/to outside Kuching – Bako, Damai etc.)
Meals prepared with fresh organic ingredients from our farm.
Jungle adventure with an indigenous English-speaking guide.
An immersive experience in an authentic Bidayuh village & longhouse.
A stop-by to visit the Semmengoh wildlife center to meet the Orang Utans. (entrance fee not included)
Entrance fee to the Bidayuh Village.
Rainforest trek, bamboo cooking class & jungle shopping, Bidayuh handicrafts, local primary boarding school visit & waterfall visit.
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Where You’ll Sleep

White mosquito-net canopy draped over a rustic seating area with bamboo screens and hanging artwork in Malaysia
Sarawak longhouse bedroom with white mosquito nets draped over beds, wooden walls, and a ceiling fan overhead
Rustic Sarawak village stay longhouse bathroom: tiled floor, toilet with hoses, and wooden log shelves at Saloma’s Village Stay
Blue-and-brick washroom in a Sarawak longhouse stay, with a round basin, toilet, toiletries and a round window
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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Anywhere in Kuching(Kuching, Malaysia)
  • 07:30am
  • Notes: Exact pick-up and drop-off times may depend on your hotel location in Kuching.

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

07:30AM on Day 1 - 01:00PM on Day 3

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Pet-Friendly
  • Vegetarian food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.

What to Pack

  • *Trekking shoes: We recommend the convenient local adidas kampungs. Those rubber shoes are cheap and easy to wash & carry. You will find them in shops on the streets, ask your guide where you can buy them.
  • First aid kit*
  • Hat
  • Long pants & sleeves
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Raincoat
  • Refilled water bottle
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Torch light
  • Towel & toiletry pack
  • Trekking shoes*
  • Waterproof bag
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Saloma, a Sarawak native, is a gracious host who loves to show her guests the best of the Bidayuh cultures and tradition. Through Saloma's Village Stay, with the income from tourism as well as the cultural exchange between her guests and locals, Saloma hopes to bring new opportunities for her home village of Sadir.
Experience: 13 years
Speaks: Fluent English, Bahasa
Acceptance rate: 87%
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