6D5N Miri & Brunei Experience: Heritage, Wildlife & Adventure with Niah National Park


TOUR INFORMATION

TOUR CODE: ABSRW-MR07
DESCRIPTION: 6D5N MIRI & BRUNEI EXPERIENCE: HERITAGE, WILDLIFE & ADVENTURE WITH NIAH NATIONAL PARK
REGION: Sarawak
DURATION: 6 Days 5 Nights
MINIMUM: 2 Pax
AVAILABILITY: Daily
PICK UP POINT: Miri Airport
PICK UP TIME: Depends on Your Flight Arrival Time
DROP OFF POINT: Miri Airport
DROP OFF TIME: Depends on Your Flight Departure Time
* All timings are estimated and for reference purposes only. Actual timing will be provided prior to your departure.

Tour highlights

  • Enjoy panoramic views of Miri at Canda Hill and explore Malaysia’s oil history at the Petroleum Museum, featuring the iconic Grand Old Lady oil well
  • Visit the WWII surviving Tua Pek Kong Temple and shop for unique local crafts and the vibrant Kek Lapis Sarawak cake
  • Discover the Billionth Barrel Monument and enjoy a boat ride through Kampung Ayer Water Village, spotting exotic wildlife like Proboscis Monkeys
  • Experience the vibrant Gadong Night Market and marvel at the architectural splendour of Jame' Asr Hassanil Mosque and Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque
  • Explore the Royal Regalia Museum and Malay Technology Museum for historical insight into Brunei culture and society
  • Venture into the awe-inspiring Trader’s Cave and Great Cave at Niah National Park

Sample itinerary

Day 1 - Canada Hill / Miri Petroleum Museum / Grand Old Lady / Tua Pek Kong Temple / Local Market / Piasau Nature Reserve (Optional)

Begin your exciting tour with a convenient pick-up from Miri Airport. 

Head to Canada Hill, also known as Power Hill, for stunning views of Miri and its coastline. 

Visit the Petroleum Museum, which showcases Malaysia's oil and gas history, including the historic Oil Well No. 1, known as the Grand Old Lady. 

Explore Tua Pek Kong Temple, Miri's oldest temple, a survivor of WWII bombings and living testament to the city's transformation from a fishing village to a resort city. 

Browse local shops and markets for unique herbs, handicrafts, and the vibrant, layered Kek Lapis Sarawak cake. 

(Optional Activity at Additional Charge) Visit Piasau Nature Reserve, featuring a Hornbill Conservation Centre and lush mangrove forests. 

Check-in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. 

Meals : Accommodation : 4 or 5 Star Miri Hotel

Day 2 - Miri / Immigration Border / Billionth Barrel Monument / Kampong Ayer Water Village / Gadong Night Market

After a morning pick-up from your Miri hotel, embark on a 3-hour journey to Brunei. 

Begin your Brunei adventure at the Billionth Barrel Monument in Kuala Belait, commemorating Brunei's oil production milestone. 

Take a leisurely boat ride through the nostalgic Water Village, making stops under mangrove trees to spot exotic wildlife, including the rare Proboscis monkeys. Visit a local house for light refreshments and capture memorable photos. 

Proceed to Gadong Night Market, Brunei’s largest, where you can indulge in local and exotic foods at affordable prices. 

After dinner, transfer to your Brunei hotel for check-in and a restful night. 

Meals : Breakfast / Dinner Accommodation : The Centrepoint Hotel (or similar)

Day 3 - Temburong Rainforest Lodge / Ulu Temburong National Park Day Trip

Start your day early with breakfast before departing at 07:00 hrs for Temburong. 

Arrive at Temburong Rainforest Lodge for morning tea, registration, and a safety briefing. 

Board a longboat to Ulu Temburong National Park, explore the Canopy Walkway, rainforest streams, and enjoy a swim at a waterfall. 

Return to the lodge for lunch and choose from activities like rafting, kayaking, or tubing (prebooking required). 

Relax or explore the adventure park before departing in the mid-afternoon for Bandar Seri Begawan, then transfer to your Brunei hotel to rest. 

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch Accommodation : 4 or 5 Star Miri Hotel

Day 4 - Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque / Royal Regalia / Malay Technology Museum / Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque / Istana Nurul Iman / Immigration Border / Miri

After breakfast, embark on a half-day city tour, starting at the Jame' Asr Hassanil Mosque, with its 29 golden domes. 

Next, visit the Royal Regalia Museum to see the Sultan's treasures and learn about Brunei's royal history. 

Discover traditional Bruneian crafts at the Malay Technology Museum and admire the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, a blend of modern and Islamic styles. 

Take photos at Istana Nurul Iman, the world’s largest residential palace. 

Check out and transfer back to your Miri hotel for check-in and rest. 

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch Accommodation : 4 or 5 Star Miri Hotel

Day 5 - Niah National Park

Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel after breakfast for a 1.5-hour drive to Niah National Park. 

Upon arrival, register at the park office and visit the Interpretation Centre. 

Take a boat ride and receive a safety briefing before heading to Niah Archaeology. 

Embark on a 3KM trek to Trader’s Cave, a historic trading site, and then to the Great Cave, which has one of the largest cave entrances in the world. 

After your cave exploration, return to the Park HQ for a late lunch.  

After lunch, you will be dropped off at your Miri hotel for rest. 

Meals : Breakfast / Lunch Accommodation : 4 or 5 Star Miri Hotel

Day 6 - Miri Airport

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Miri Airport – your tour ends here. 

Meals : Breakfast

Meals 05 Breakfasts, 03 Lunches, and 01 Dinner
Inclusion 05 Nights Accommodation, Meals as Stated, Airport Pick-Up and Drop-Off, Overland Return Transfer, Tour Return Transfer, Boat Return Transfer, English-Speaking Guide, Entrance Fees 
Accommodation

3-Night Stay at Mercure Miri City Centre, Pullman Miri Waterfront, or similar 
2-Night Stay at The Centrepoint Hotel or similar 

Exclusion Domestic Airfares, Camera and Video Fees, Personal Expenses, Alcoholic Drinks, Personal Travel Insurance, Peak Season Surcharge (If Any), Tourism Tax (TTx), Any Items / Activities Not Mentioned
  • Comfortable clothing (suitable for humid climate) 
  • Modest clothing (for visiting Brunei) 
  • Comfortable walking shoes 

(Note: Travellers are advised to dress conservatively when visiting Brunei, out of respect for the cultural norms and Islamic traditions of the country.)

  • Comfortable clothing (suitable for humid climate) 
  • Modest clothing (for visiting Brunei) 
  • Comfortable walking shoes 
  • Good trekking shoes (for use in national parks) 
  • Sun protection (Sunscreen / Cap / Hat / Umbrella) 
  • Drinking water 
  • Insect repellent 
  • Raincoat 
  • MYR currency note 
  • Camera (for non-commercial use only) 
  • Dry bag / Waterproof bag / Plastic bag (for protecting your personal items) 
  • Personal First Aid Kit, Toiletries, and Medications 
  • All visitors of Niah National Park must bring along their Passport / ID Cards to present to the park management office upon registration.  
  • Things to consider when visiting Brunei: 
    • Please dress modestly and avoid wearing short pants and sleeveless shirts. 
    • Please note the mosques are closed to visitors on Fridays. 
    • Guests should complete the E-Arrival Card registration via https://www.imm.gov.bn/ before arriving at the Immigration Control Post.   
  • Visiting Piasau Nature Reserve is optional. Guests interested in this activity will need to pay an additional fee of RM80/adult and RM40/child to include it in their itinerary.  
  • Please ensure you are holding air ticket to Miri. 
  • Standard check-in and check-out times for most hotels and resorts are 1400 hrs & 1200 hrs. However, check-in and check-out times may vary depending on each accommodation. So kindly check with us to get accurate check-in and check-out times of your accommodation. 
  • Effective as of 1st September 2017, the Tourism and Culture Ministry of Malaysia will be implementing a Malaysian Tourism Tax (TTx). Foreign tourists will be required to pay a flat rate of MYR 10 per room per night regardless of accommodation star level. The TTx is to be paid upon check-in. Malaysians or permanent residents residing in Malaysia are exempted from TTx and is required to present a valid identification upon check-in for the exemption. 
  • This package is based on join-in basis of shared guide and transport vehicle.  Private Guide or Tour is available upon request at a reasonable fee.  Please inform us when making the bookings.  
  • Activities are subject to weather conditions and may be re-organised to best meet operational situations. 
  • Amazing Borneo Tours does not guarantee wildlife sightings. 
  • Departure time is approximate and varies from different hotels due to traffic conditions, please reconfirm with our staffs. Should the transport be delayed, please call the relevant telephone number as stated on the voucher before making alternative arrangements. 
  • Amazing Borneo Tours reserves the right to alter routes, timetables, itineraries and accommodation reserved should conditions beyond our control render it necessary. 
  • Tipping is like giving a hug. Although it’s never expected, it’s always very much appreciated.