3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
MULU HEADHUNTERS TRAIL
Tour Introduction
Tour Itinerary
What's Included
Recommendations
3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS MULU HEADHUNTERS TRAIL
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 / MZV05
Duration : 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS
Group size: 2 - 20+ pax
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Mulu Airport, (preferably morning flight) meet and greet by our friendly representative and proceed journey upriver through scenic rainforest landscapes to Batu Bungan by open wooden longboat. Upon arrival at Penan Settlement, observe the daily lifestyle of the Penan tribe, one of Sarawak’s last remaining nomadic communities. Experience their simple yet resourceful way of living and browse a selection of handcrafted items displayed for sale — including intricately woven baskets, beadwork and other traditional handicrafts made by the villagers.
Continue by longboat to Clearwater summer huts for a picnic lunch. Relax for a bit then continue journey by longboat to Long Litut. Begin a 3-hour jungle trek to Camp 5. The trek offers opportunities to experience the rich biodiversity of the area and the unique ecosystem of Gunung Mulu National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 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
* Tour is not suitable for children below 12 years old
* Private tour surcharge - 50%
* This package is not available during 15 DEC – 31 JAN (every year)
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* 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 at Camp 5 (Dormitory)
- 01 night at the longhouse (homestay)
- Meals as stated : 2 breakfast, 2 lunch, 2 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 acommodation upgrades
- Any additional fee or permit for optional activities
- Any extra meal, juices, carbonated & alcoholic beverages
- Personal 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
- Face towel & thin towel
- Thin sleeping sheet / sleeping bag
- Insect repellent & first aid kit
- Binoculars & swimwear
- Personal toiletries
Accommodations
1-Night stay at Camp 5
Mulu National Park
• 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
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