Traditional Bidayuh

Learn about the traditional bamboo longhouses of Sarawak on this cultural three-hour tour from Kuching. Anah Rais is considered one of the largest Bidayuh longhouses and therefore one of the most popular. Previously known as the Land Dayak during the British colonial rule, this well preserved bamboo longhouse is home to many families.

Sarawak Cultural Village is an award-winning Living Museum that spans across 17-acres of land just across from Damai Beach Resort and Hotels. Experience Sarawak in Half-a-day at Sarawak Cultural Village and learn about the local culture and lifestyles of the various ethnic groups in Sarawak. At Sarawak Cultural Village, there are replica buildings representing every major ethnic group in Sarawak mainly the Bidayuh, Iban, Orang Ulu, Penan, Melanau, Malay & Chinese. All buildings are staffed with members of the ethnic groups in traditional costume and carrying out traditional activities. The staffs act as storytellers who describe and interpret our way of life. They will happily pose with you for photos too!

Get a special perspective on Malaysia's local peoples and traditions with a visit to Sarawak Cultural Village. This living museum showcases the region's unique and diverse cultures in an accessible, visitor-friendly setting, just a 35-minute drive from Kuching. – Remarkable living museum showcasing Sarawak's cultures – A walk through beautiful & authentic traditional buildings – Members of the local community partaking in daily activities – Rare chance to learn how to throw a Malay spinning top – Flurry of colors in a stunning multi-ethnic performance

A tour of Kuching will take you from the era of the White Rajahs to the present day. Visit the world renowned Sarawak Museum and the Brooke Legacy (White Rajahs) – Square Tower, Astana and the Court House. There is also the Cat Monument, Tua Pek Kong – Chinese Temple, the old State Mosque and one of the hottest leisure spots in the City, the Kuching Waterfront Esplanade.  Annah Rais is one of the most famous Bidayuh longhouse in Sarawak, which located about 100 km east from Kuching City and quite close to the Indonesian border. The excursion will take about one and a half-hour on the road. During your visit, you will also be able to view the villagers with their own daily routine like rice pounding and winnowing, basket and mat weaving, bamboo carving, etc.

Annah Rais is a Bidayuh longhouse ( Land Dayak ) about 45 minutes from Kuching. Explore the well preserved traditional bamboo longhouse. Visitors are given the opportunity to study the unique architectural and cultural features of the longhouse as well as the traditional farming lifestyle. The journey to Kampong Annah rais will pass through the beautiful limestone formation scenic view , as well as the countryside view, mountain range, palm oil estate, paddy field. Enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way.

The Cultural Village is located 35 km away and approximately 45 minutes from Kuching to the Northern part of Kuching Damai. The 17 acre “living museum” offers excellent introduction to the people of Sarawak, their cultural and handcrafts. This tour includes the award winning for the best choreography, 45 minute cultural performance of songs & dances. – Remarkable living museum showcasing Sarawak's cultures – A walk through beautiful & authentic traditional buildings – Members of the local community partaking in daily activities – Rare chance to learn how to throw a Malay spinning top – Flurry of colors in a stunning multi-ethnic performance

Discover the Bidayuh tribe’s Mongkos village near the Kalimantan border.  You’ll find that Mongkos is a thriving rural community & home to one of the few remaining traditional Bidayuh longhouses in Sarawak. You’ll visit the traditional longhouse for a  tour to learn about its history & experience how a native lunch is prepared.  Kampung Mongkos has two of the very few surviving Bidayuh longhouses in Sarawak. The village has existed for over a hundred years and is located near Sungai Mongkos.

Be won over by Kuching’s natural & cultural charms on this 7-hour tour of Sarawak’s cultural capital & Bidayuh Tribe Annah Rais Longhouse, including hotel pick-up. Lose yourself in the maze-like alleys of Old Kuching, practice your haggling skills at the bustling Central Markets and pay a visit to the fascinating Sarawak Museum. This comprehensive tour also includes many of the city’s most famous landmarks, like the Cat Statue, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple, the State Mosque, the Astana and Fort Margherita

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Malaysia with a visit to the Sarawak Cultural Village, set at the foothills of Mount Santubong. Explore the unique traditions of seven major ethnic groups—Iban, Bidayuh, Penan, Orang Ulu, Melanau, Malay, and Chinese—through detailed replicas of their traditional homes, complete with authentic architecture and landscaping. Guided by knowledgeable storytellers, you'll gain fascinating insights into the daily lives, customs, and histories of these diverse communities. Enjoy a seamless experience with convenient round-trip transfers from your hotel.