4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
MULU CAVES + HEADHUNTERS TRAIL
Tour Introduction
Tour Itinerary
What's Included
Recommendations
4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS MULU CAVES + HEADHUNTERS TRAIL
Mulu began millions of years ago under the sea where layers of sandstone, limestone and shale were formed and then lifted above the sea level, buckled and folded to form steep mountains of sandstone and limestone. Over time with heavy rain, river, changing level of underground water table and chemical reaction of mildly acidic water eroded them to form some of the most dramatic karst landscapes of pinnacles, caves, cracks, sink holes, joints, pendants, blades, passages, chambers while evaporation created stalactites, stalagmites and columns.
The Mulu Headhunters Trail offers an exhilarating journey through the dense Bornean rainforest, blending raw adventure with fascinating history. Located within Gunung Mulu National Park in Sarawak, the trail was once used by tribal warriors during the era of headhunting. Today, the route invites trekkers to navigate challenging jungle terrain, cross rivers by longboat, and traverse traditional bamboo bridges. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by dramatic limestone cliffs, towering dipterocarp trees, and remarkable biodiversity unique to Borneo’s rainforest ecosystem. The journey concludes at a remote Iban longhouse, where visitors can experience the warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage of the indigenous community. It’s more than just a trek — it’s an immersive adventure into nature, history, and living tradition.
Tour Information
Tour Code : EGH / MZV06
Duration : 4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
Group size: 2 - 20+ pax
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Mulu Airport, meet and greet by our friendly representative and transfer to your accommodation of choice – Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa, Mulu National Park HQ or private lodge. Early afternoon, meet up at the resort’s lobby or at the Park HQ to proceed on foot via the 3.8km designated path for 45mins through the peat swamp forest to explore Lang Cave first. Lang Cave is considered the youngest of the 4 show-caves; therefore, it’s smaller but produces some of the most spectacularly large limestone formations including the Jelly Fish-like stalactite. Next explore Deer Cave, the entrance of which can contain the size of St. Paul Cathedral 5 times over. Late evening, witness millions of bats’ flying out of the cave entrance (only during fine weather). Return journey on the same plank walk back to the Park HQ then transfer back to your accommodation for rest and free at own leisure. Dinner and overnight at your accommodation.
After breakfast at around 0830hrs, your guide will meet you to proceed up streams of Melinau River by open wooden longboat with stopover at Penan Settlement. The guide will give some commentary about this tribe. Feel free to check out local handicrafts and arts for sale at the Penan Settlement before heading on to the caves.
Back to the boat and continue further up to explore Cave of the Winds known for beautiful formation of caves speleothems with its impressive ‘King’s Chamber’ the interior of which simulates scenes from the Indiana Jones movie. About 500m away is the Clearwater Cave, the longest underground river system in Southeast Asia with a total length of almost 200km. Walk along a plankwalk next to the limestone cliff and climb up approximately 250 concrete steps to reach the entrance of Clearwater Cave. Marvel at the one leaf plant Monophyllaea pendula which are endemic to Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia and can only be found at Mulu.
Picnic lunch at Clearwater summer huts and relax for a bit then continue journey by longboat to Long Litut. Begin a 3-hour jungle trek to Camp 5. Dinner and overnight at Camp 5.
Breakfast at Camp 5 and walk through lowland forest to Terikan river (Packed lunch). Continue journey by longboat, cruising downstream along the Terikan and Medalam rivers to the longhouse (Homestay). Dinner and overnight at longhouse.
Remark: The adventure encompasses a 12km trek down the Terikan and Medalam rivers for 2-3 hours to reach an Iban longhouse
Note: The longhouse (homestay) is a transit point before heading to Limbang Town, which is approximately 2.5 hours away. Since guests usually arrive later in the day after completing the trail, staying overnight allows for a more relaxed and manageable journey the following day, rather than rushing directly to town after a long trek
Breakfast at the longhouse. After breakfast transfer by road (approx. 2.5hrs) to Limbang town. In the afternoon transfer to Limbang airport for flight departure to Miri or next destination.
Remarks
* High season surcharge at Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa: July-Sept 2026
* Private tour surcharge - 50%
* Additional Meals: Please inform us in advance if you wish to add lunch on Day 1. Additional charges apply.
* Tour is not suitable for children below 12 years old
* This package is not available during 15 DEC – 31 JAN (every year)
NOTE
* Our national parks are managed and owned by our government, in order to secure accommodation at our national parks, Pinnacles or Headhunter’s Trail Packages, we have to make full payment at the time of reservation / confirmation and once the payment is made, it is not refundable. Any cancellations of the accommodations receive will incur a 100% cancellation charges.
* Kindly allow us to check the availability of Camp 5 before proceeding to book your air tickets. Accommodation at Camp 5 is limited and subject to availability, therefore advance confirmation is strongly recommended to avoid any inconvenience.
Includes
- All land and river transfers as per itinerary
- 01 night stay at your selected accommodation
- 01 night at Camp 5 (Dormitory)
- 01 night at the longhouse (homestay)
- Meals as stated : 3 breakfast, 2 lunch & 3 dinner
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fee
EXCLUDES
- Flight tickets to Mulu & from Limbang
- Tourism Tax (TTx) for Non-Malaysians
- Any land & river transfers that are not stated
- Any additional surcharge for accommodation upgrades
- Any additional fee or permit for optional activities
- Any extra meal, juices, carbonated & alcoholic beverages
- Personnel insurance and tipping (recommended)
- Conservation fee of RM20.00 to each visitors
- Sustainability fee of RM10.00 to all visitors at Camp 5
- Conservation fee of RM15.00 to all visitors at Headhunters trail
- Porter
Recommended
- Backpack 15L
- Raincoat / poncho
- Good grip walking shoes
- Torchlight or headlamp
- Sandals
- Cash in Malaysian Ringgit - (No ATM machine)
- Refillable water bottle & own drinking water
- Dry bag & garbage bag
- Few sets of quick-drying clothes
- Thin sleeping sheet (sleeping bag)
- Face towel & thin towel
- Insect repellent & first aid kit
- Binoculars & swimwear
- Personal toiletries
Accommodations
1-Night stay at your selected accommodation:
Mulu Park Headquarters
• Hostel (10 single beds)
- One large dormitory room, linen is supplied, ceiling fan, shared bathroom (hot shower) and toilet
• Longhouse
- Standard Longhouse (8 rooms in total with 4 super single beds in each room) - Maximum 4
- Family Suite (2 rooms in total with 1 King bed & 3 super single beds) - Maximum 5
- Rooms are air-conditioned, have ceiling fans, private bathroom (hot shower) and toilet
- Available for twin/triple-sharing
• Deluxe Garden Bungalow
- Bungalow (8 rooms in total with 1 King bed and 1 super single bed in each room) - Maximum 3
- Rooms are air-conditioned, have ceiling fans, private bathroom (hot shower) and toilet
- Located in the garden area
- Available for twin/triple-sharing
• Rainforest Lodge
- 12 rooms in total with 2 super single beds in each room - Maximum 2
- Rooms are air-conditioned, have ceiling fan, private bathroom (hot shower) and toilet
- Available for twin sharing
Mulu Marriott Resort & Spa
• Deluxe Rainforest
- Rooms are air-conditioned, have ceiling fan, private bathroom (hot shower) and toilet. Available twin/triple-sharing
1-Night stay at Camp 5
• Camp 5 (Dormitory)
- Camp 5 is a basic forest shelter that caters to visitors travelling on the Headhunter’s Trail and to those climbing the Pinnacles, providing accommodation for up to 36 guests per night
- Reservations are essential as space are limited
- Camp 5 has 5 bedrooms built on raised timber platforms with a roof and half walls, NO windows, NO doors and NO insect screens
- Sleeping mats are provided, but no bedding. Bring your own or pay a deposit for blanket, sheet and towel at HQ
- Get a refund on returning the bedding at HQ. Mosquito net rental MUST be paid at HQ and can be collected at Camp 5
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Camp 5 has separate showers (cold water only) and toilets
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Only basic snacks and drinks are for sale at Camp 5
- Free filtered/boiled drinking water available to refill your bottles
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No cell phone reception – only radio communication
- Camping in tents is not permitted
1-Night stay at the longhouse (homestay)
• Longhouse homestay (basic amenities)
- Modern concrete longhouse homestay - very basic accommodation with mattresses provided
- Showers are basic and do not have a water heater
- Serves as a simple overnight stay as part of the trail itinerary. The longhouse is a transit point before heading to Limbang Town, which is approximately 2.5 hours away
Optional Tour
1) Night Walk (2 hours):
• 1900hrs or 1930hrs
- EARLY BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL as group sizes are limited to enhance your experience
- If it rains, departure may be delayed for up to 30 minutes
- Should the weather conditions not improve within this time, the tour will be cancelled by the Park Guide
- Too much insect repellent has the tendency to warn other animals of your presence, thus making it more difficult to see
- Bring your own torchlight & raingear
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