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Temburong is the smaller part of Brunei, where traditional rural lifestyles are retained, and where Brunei's remarkable rainforest has been specially preserved in National Parks and Forest Reserves. 

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Our Temburong Lifestyle tours give visitors an insight into this region, the lifestyles, the forests and some of the wildlife. Just 45 minutes fast boat ride from the centre of Bandar Seri Begawan, Temburong is very accessible.  

These tours require less physical effort than our eco-adventure tours in Temburong. They operate around the edges of Temburong's rainforest, rather than traveling deep inside. Visitors can still expect to spend time outside of air-conditioned coaches and buildings, looking, discovering, meeting people and experiencing the lifestyles and the environment. 

Our local guides have grown up in the area. They have a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.  

The day and half-day Temburong Lifestyle tours are an introduction to the area. Our overnight tours give the opportunity to stay in the Bangar Lodge, on the edge of Bangar town, with air conditioned motel style accommodation, and air conditioned dining area.  This accommodation gives visitors the opportunity to explore the town in the evening, and to conveniently access the local attractions, such as a longhouse, jungle walks, and mini zoo.   

TOURS:

Notes: 
1. Temburong is remarkably free of biting insects, and most visitors do not use any repellent. But some people are more susceptible than others, so please bring your favourite insect repellent that works for you.

2. Intrepid Tours places a high priority on visitor safety. We have our own VHF radio network and an extensive staff training programme. Safety equipment and operating procedures are in line with recognised international standards. 

3. A detailed Tour Description (in Adobe Acrobat format), with advice on what to bring, wear etc is available for every tour.

Temburong Lifestyle - Day Tour
7.25 hours
Tour Code:  IT1-C3BT
Starts at:  8.30 am (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Finish at:  3.45 (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Includes:  Water taxi and vehicle transport, morning & afternoon tea, lunch, experienced guide

Description: This tour is an introduction to Temburong's lifestyle with it's blend of traditional rural lifestyles, longhouse communities, crop cultivation and rainforest. Riding the water taxi from BSB through mangrove lined rivers gives an idea of the vast marine nursery. Look around Bangar town to discover the local market produce, followed by morning tea in a nearby cafe. A visit to the mini zoo, established by an Operation Raleigh group, is a chance to see some of the rainforest's secretive wildlife.  A gentle rainforest walk is an introduction to the eco-system, and the backyard of some local longhouse communities. Lunch at our Bangar Lodge, in the air conditioned dining room.  A longhouse visit (with dance display for groups of 9 plus) gives a change to interact with the local community and see how they live. Return to Bandar Seri Begawan by water taxi. 

Temburong Lifestyle - Half Day Tour
6.25  hours
Tour Code:  ITH-C3BT
Starts at:  9.45 am (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB)
Finish at:  3.45 pm (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Includes:  Water taxi and vehicle transport, morning & afternoon tea, lunch, experienced guide

Description: This short tour is a brief introduction to Temburong's lifestyles, with it's blend of traditional rural lifestyles, longhouse communities, crop cultivation and rainforest. Riding the water taxi from BSB through mangrove lined rivers gives an idea of the vast marine nursery. Look around Bangar town to discover the local market produce, followed by morning tea. A visit to the mini zoo, established by an Operation Raleigh group, is a chance to see some of the rainforest's secretive wildlife.  Lunch at our Bangar Lodge, in the air conditioned dining room. A longhouse visit (with dance display for groups of 9 plus) gives a change to interact with the local community and see how they live. Return to Bandar Seri Begawan by water taxi. 

Temburong Lifestyle - Overnight Tour
1day
Tour Code:  ITO-C3BT
Starts at:  2 pm Day 1 (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Finish at:  2.30 pm Day 2 (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB)
Includes:  Water taxi and vehicle transport, afternoon & morning teas, dinner, & breakfast, accommodation (air conditioned motel style) at Bangar Lodge, experienced guide

Description: This overnight tour gives time to fully enjoy the Temburong lifestyle, and to relax in the evening amidst the jungle sounds and community activities adjacent to our Bangar Lodge. The morning is cool and pleasant, with birds and other wildlife active; some guests request an early wake up so they can relax on our veranda or take a short walk as the day comes alive.  

The tour begins with a water taxi ride from BSB through mangrove lined rivers and this vast marine nursery. A longhouse visit (with dance display for groups of 9 plus) gives a change to interact with the local community, enjoy afternoon tea, and see how they live. Visit the Batang Duri mini zoo, established by an Operation Raleigh group, to see some of the rainforest's secretive wildlife. Arrive at our Bangar Lodge to enjoy the evening and have dinner in the air conditioned dining room. In the morning enjoy a rainforest walk (tell our guide how active you want to be); learn about the local eco-system, and see the  crop areas of some local longhouse communities. Morning tea before returning to Bangar town to walk around the shops and explore the local market stalls. How many varieties of rice do they grow and why?    Return to Bandar Seri Begawan by water taxi.  


Selirong Mangrove Island
 

is part of Temburong. With up to 2 kms of walkways built above the high water level, it provides an  almost too good to be true opportunity to be inside a real mangrove island without getting wet or muddy. These tours begin with an early morning boat ride across the inner (protected) section of Brunei Bay and into the network of channels that lead to walkways. The mangroves and their channels are the nursery for much of Brunei Bay's marine life. After the visit to Selirong Mangrove Island re-board the boat and ride up the Temburong River to Bangar. 

 

Selirong Island & Temburong Lifestyle - Day Tour
10.45  hours
Tour Code:  IT1-S3BT
Starts at:  6 am (Serasa) 
Finish at:  4.45 pm (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Includes:  Boat and vehicle transport, morning & afternoon tea, drinks, lunch, experienced guide

Description: This tour adds a unique environmental experience to the start of a cultural lifestyle experience in Temburong. The walk at Selirong Mangrove Island is along specially constructed wooden walkways, with plenty of places to stop and view the activity, either in the trees, along the mangrove roots, or in the water and mud. Proboscis Monkeys, Macaques, Monitor Lizards and a wide range of water and tree dwelling birds are commonly seen. The dawn boat ride across Brunei Bay is an experience in itself. At about 0830 the tour leaves Selirong Island by boat for Temburong.

Temburong is renowned for it's blend of traditional rural lifestyles, longhouse communities, crop cultivation and rainforest. At Bangar town discover the local market produce, explore the shops and take morning tea in a local cafe. A visit to the Batang Duri mini zoo, established by an Operation Raleigh group, is a chance to see some of the rainforest's secretive wildlife.  On route see the traditional housing and crop cultivation.  Return to our Bangar Lodge for lunch in the air-conditioned dining room. Take a jungle walk (advise our guide how short or long you want this to be) and depart for a longhouse visit (with dance display for groups of 9 plus) to interact with the local community and see how they live. Return to Bangar and then to Bandar Seri Begawan by water taxi. 

Selirong Island & Temburong Lifestyle - Overnight Tour
1.5 days
Tour Code:  ITO-S3BT
Starts at:  6 am Day 1 (Serasa) 
Finish at:  12.45 pm Day 2 (Temburong water taxi jetty - BSB) 
Includes:  Boat and vehicle transport, morning & afternoon teas, drinks, lunch, dinner & breakfast, accommodation (air conditioned motel style) at Bangar Lodge, boat and safety equipment, experienced guide

Description: This tour adds a unique environmental experience to the start of a cultural experience in Temburong. The walk at Selirong Mangrove Island is along specially constructed wooden walkways, with plenty of places to stop and view the activity, either in the trees, along the mangrove roots, or in the water and mud. Proboscis Monkeys, Macaques, Monitor Lizards and a wide range of water and tree dwelling birds are commonly seen. The dawn boat ride across Brunei Bay is an experience in itself. At about 0830 the tour departs Selirong by boat for Temburong.

Temburong is renowned for it's blend of traditional rural lifestyles, longhouse communities, crop cultivation and rainforest. At Bangar town discover the local market produce, explore the shops and take morning tea.  A visit to the mini zoo, established by an Operation Raleigh group, is a chance to see some of the rainforest's secretive wildlife.  On route see the traditional housing and crop cultivation.  At our Bangar Lodge have lunch in the air-conditioned dining room. Depart for a longhouse visit (with dance display for groups of 9 plus) to interact with the local community and see how they live. Return to our Bangar Lodge to enjoy the evening and dinner. In the morning enjoy the early morning light, breakfast and the wildlife activity from the veranda. Take a rainforest walk in the cool; learn about the local eco-system, and see the backyard and crop areas of some local longhouse communities. Morning tea at our Lodge before driving to Bangar town then to Bandar Seri Begawan by boat. 

Note: 
Tours to Selirong Island require 0.8 metres of tide height at Muara throughout the Selirong Island section of the tour. See the Tides - NW Borneo section of our website and check the tide height at Muara for the expected day of travel. 

 

    

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