Jungle Trekking
Long Semadoh is surrounded by pristine forest and with the cooler climate makes it a hikers heaven. Treks can be just an hour or for the more adventurous can be a day long with an overnight stop 'roughing' it in the rainforest.
5D4N - Loop trail
Difficulty rating: 3 stars
This itinerary offers a blend of adventure, rainforest camping and relaxation, that should make for an unforgettable trip! If you have any specific questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
Day 1: Lawas to Long Semadoh
Morning: Meet your guide in Lawas town at 10am. Travel 45 minutes into the jungle along a bumpy road to reach a destination with a crystal-clear river and pristine rainforest.Activity: Enjoy a 5-minute walk to a stunning 50m waterfall, swim in the cool jungle pool, and have a BBQ lunch by the water.
Afternoon: After the swim, begin your 3-4 hour journey to Long Semadoh, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Malaysia Borneo.
Evening: Arrive at Ruwan Lodge, settle in, and enjoy dinner on the veranda next to an open fire, learning about the local culture before retiring for the night.
Day 2: Long Semadoh; Jungle Trekking
Morning: Early breakfast, then walk 10 minutes to the jungle trailhead.Activity: Enjoy a 2-3 hour trek through the jungle, learning about the local flora and how it can be used for food and medicine.
Lunch: Finish the trek at Taren restaurant, with the option to purchase local produce such as rice, coffee and chili sauces.
Afternoon: Relax at the lodge or by the river.Dinner: Local food on the veranda
Day 3: Long Semadoh; Jungle Trekking & Camping
Morning: Early breakfast before driving 15 minutes to the jungle trailhead.Activity: Enjoy a 5 hour trek through the jungle, learning about the local flora and how it can be used for food and medicine. With any luck the rafflesia (the world’s largest flower) will be in bloom. Carnivorous pitcher plants can be found along the way. Arrive at the top of the mountain which is approximately 900 meters asl. Your simple camp will be already set up and ready for you.Lunch: A simple packed lunch enroute
Dinner: A campfire dinner surrounded by primary rainforest.
Evening: A night walk in search of nocturnal mammals and reptiles.
Day 4: Long Semadoh; Jungle Trekking
Morning: Wake up to the sound of the forest. Take your time and enjoy breakfast.Activity: Slowly head back to the village searching for beautiful birds such as Trogons, Pitta, and Blyth’s paradise flycatcher along the way.
Lunch: Finish your trek at the river where you can have a dip whilst lunch is being prepared.Afternoon: Rest and Relaxation
Dinner: Farewell BBQ dinner and evening around the open fire.
Day 5: Long Semadoh to Lawas
Departure: Leave Long Semadoh around 9am. Trip ends in Lawas. We can help with onward arrangements.
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4D3N - Village Experience
Difficulty rating: 2 stars
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A perfect mix of cultural immersion and relaxation. If you have any specific questions or need further information, feel free to ask!
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Day 1: Lawas to Long Semadoh
7 AM: Meet your guide in Lawas town at 10am. Travel 45 minutes into the jungle along a bumpy road to reach a destination with a crystal-clear river and pristine rainforest.
Activity: Enjoy a 5-minute walk to a stunning 50m waterfall, swim in the cool jungle pool, and have a BBQ lunch by the water.
2 PM: After the swim, begin your 3-4 hour journey to Long Semadoh, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Malaysia Borneo.
6 PM: Arrive at Ruwan Lodge, settle in, and enjoy dinner on the veranda next to an open fire, learning about the local culture before retiring for the night.
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Day 2: Long Semadoh; Village Experience
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Morning: Start with coffee and breakfast on the veranda with amazing views.
Activity: Walk to the river through paddy fields, spotting local birds like black and wreathed hornbills.
Lunch: Back at the lodge, then in the afternoon, take a 4WD tour of several villages to interact with locals and learn about their culture and traditions.
Dinner: Return to the lodge for dinner.
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Day 3: Long Semadoh; Jungle Trekking
Morning: Early breakfast, then walk 10 minutes to the jungle trailhead.
Activity: Enjoy a 2-3 hour trek through the jungle, learning about the local flora and how it can be used for food and medicine.
Lunch: Finish the trek at Taren restaurant, with the option to purchase local produce such as rice, coffee and chili sauces.
Afternoon: Relax at the lodge or by the river.
Dinner: Farewell BBQ dinner and evening around the open fire.
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Day 4: Long Semadoh to Lawas
Departure: Leave Long Semadoh around 9am. Trip ends in Lawas. We can help with onward arrangements.
