4 DAYS 3 NIGHTS
THE GIANT CAVES OF MULU +
LONG IMAN LONGHOUSE

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. 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. 

After exploring both caves then you can take a dip at Clearwater Spring to rejuvenate yourselves before having picnic lunch by the crystal-clear pool in front of Clearwater cave. Swim or relax (if time permitted) before returning to your accommodation via the same way. Free at own leisure.

After breakfast, at 0900hrs depart for a visit to Long Iman Longhouse. The longboat trip travels down the Melinau River before entering the larger Tutoh River and continuing upstream to Long Iman, a Penan settlement where you will be greeted by a local guide. Here you will have the opportunity to explore the longhouse, gain insight into the Penan community’s way of life, including a visit to their medicinal garden where traditional healing plants are cultivated and purchase locally made handicrafts directly from the community, supporting their livelihood.

Long Iman is a beautifully secluded place, untouched by people and modern development. Visiting this community is truly a privilege and connect to the locals. We aim to educate our visitors on the importance of responsible tourism to help protect and preserve this unique destination for future generations.

Proceed to Ba’Desai Waterfall by taking the jungle trail which is about 40-minute walk with your guide. Arriving at this oasis in the wilderness will not disappoint you and it is a great spot to enjoy your packed lunch. Immerse yourself in the tranquil surrounds of nature and cool off in the refreshing pools of Ba’Desai. Enjoy as much time as you like amidst the tranquil rainforest setting, take a refreshing swim or relax beneath the small waterfalls that create natural spa-like pools before transferring back to your accommodation.

Breakfast & free at own leisure until transfer to Mulu airport for your departure flight.