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Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Selirong Mangrove Island





Tour Code: BWN 16

Tour Name: Selirong Island Excursion

Duration: 5 hours with light refreshment


The tour starts with pick up from your hotel and transfer to the boat jetty in the capital city. Board an open deck local wooden boat and cruise along the Brunei River passing the Water Village. Along the way, boat will pass through fishing village, Fish farm along the river bank, and head to Brunei bay.


Upon reaching Selirong Island, which is an protected Mangrove Forest.we will start to cruise slowly under the mangrove trees where you can witness the wonder of the mangrove world which is the cradle for a myriads of marine’s life. You will have the chance to see a unique fish that can live underwater as well as on land – the mudskipper hopping around on the muddy river banks searching for food. If you are lucky, you will also have the chance to witness the blue throated and the small red kingfishers taking a killer plunge into the water to catch small fishes. The white egret and night heron are also common sights during this tour. We will make a few stops under the mangrove trees and on the look out for the rare endangered species primate – the proboscis monkey which usually comes near to the water in the early morning and at dusk time. The odd looking monkey where the male have a large bright orange coloured pendulous nose can only be found on the island of Borneo and Sumatera of Indonesia. The unique thing about the proboscis monkey in Brunei is that you don’t have to travel far in the jungle to see them.
Along the walk way, we can get up close with the mangrove Forest and it habitat like flying fox, lemur,monitor izard and etc. Enjoy the tranquility of the Mangrove forest before head back to hotel. Tour End.

Labi Longhouse Excursion

Water fall in Labi
Labi Longhouse

Tour Code : BWN 11

Tour Name: Labi Longhouse Excursion

Duration: 6 hours with local lunch

Pick up from hotel and drive to the south eastern part of Brunei. This is the agriculture heart land of Brunei. Along the way, your guide will introduce to you the various type of vegetation or forest. Take a rest at a natural “lake” called Luagan Lalak. Which is an alluvial fresh water swamp? During this trip you will see mile and mile of Rainforest before reaching Labi. Labi is where you can see huge rice field, Green orange farm, Papaya farm and many other local fruit tree. Tour also include visit to an Iban long house. Here learn about the lifestyle of Brunei native people. A visit to Labi is not complete without taking a short trek into Virgin rainforest. Experience yourself Brunei rainforest before departing Labi. Lunch along the way. Back to Hotel. Tour End.

Monday, September 3, 2007

Temburong National Park Day Trip

Canopy Walkway
Crystal Clear River of Batang Duri
One of the first world Canopy walkway
Tour Code: BSB09

Tour Name: Temburong National Park Day “Nature” Trip

Duration: 9 hours include Lunch

7 am pick up from Hotel and transfer to jetty. Upon registration, embark on a public ferry boat for 45 minutes like boat ride to Bangar/ Temburong. Boat will pass through River channel, Mangrove Island similar to Amazon River of Brazil.

Meet and greet by local guide at Banger Jetty. A brief stop for Nature call or last minute buying of titbits and drink before going into the Rainforest. Transfer overland to Batang Duri where your Rainforest trip begins. At Batang Duri, briefing on river safety by guide before getting into a local open motorised canoe called Temuai for an adventure boat ride to Ulu Temburong National Park. At the Park, register and take a slow guided 1200meter walk on gentle slope into the pristine Rainforest. Along the way, please take plenty of stop to enjoy the environment. Drink lot of water to hydrate yourself. Before you knew it you already reach the base of the Canopy Walkway. Climb up about 10 storey for a bird eye view of Rainforest canopy. There after retreat back to park for a picnic lunch.
After lunch, pack up and proceed to a water fall for a dip before retreat way back to Bangar Jetty to catch a public boat back to town jetty.
Transfer back to Hotel. Tour End

Price: US$99.00 per person Minimum 2 pax

Price includes all Transfers, boat ride, English Speaking Guide, Picnic lunch.

As an outdoor trip, itinerary and times indicated is subject to change without notice, as trip may be affected by rain, heat, high or low water level in the river.
Recommended to wear :
Shorts, T - Shirt, old shoes or slippers advised for the longboat trip.
For the walk in the forest, long pants, socks, shirt and a pair of walking shoes with a good grip for walking on slippery planks.
What to Bring :
Rucksack, a change of clothes, sun lotion, hat, raincoat, camera, binoculars, Small towel for the walk, Towel + toiletries , Swimsuit , Insect repellent, Some snacks and drinks in case you get hungry and thirsty enroute.,

Sunset River Cruise with dinner






Tour Code: BWN 07

Tour Name: Sunset River Cruise with Dinner

Duration: 4 ½ hours

5 pm pick up from hotel and transfer to jetty for you sunset River Cruise on Brunei River. Cruising by the world largest Malay Water Village locally called “ Kampong Ayer” which was once refer to as “Venice of the East” by early European explorer.

Kampong Ayer extends out over the Brunei River from both banks, and is home to around 30,000 people. Even four centuries ago, the size and complexity of Kampong Ayer greatly impressed the Magellan expedition, which received a stately welcome upon entering Brunei Bay in 1521. Although most of the houses on stilts are now furnished with every modern amenity, a traditionally colorful and lively atmosphere remains. Soon your river scenery will change in to Mangrove Riverine scene.

Brunei is blessed with abundance wildlife due to it mostly undisturb forest like mangrove forest that line along the Brunei river..A River cruise to the mangrove channels in the Brunei River will find rare elusive proboscis monkeys, an endangered and protected species which only found in Borneo. Other wildlife sighted during most cruises are Egret, Long Tail Macaques, Monitor lizard that climb tree, Mangrove Snake, Otter, white bellied Sea Eagle, salt water crocodile, King Fisher. Depend on tide & time you may also see local villagers doing fishing using traditional method. During this Cruise we also pass by the Royal Palace, our guide will be please to ask boatman to stop for a while for you to take picture of Royal Palace upon your request.

Later back to jetty and transfer to a local exclusive private club for a nice Oriental or Western Dinner, your choice. Drinks is not included, however you can bring your own” BYO”.

Price: US$69.00 per person inclusive of Dinner at Private Club. Minimum 2 pax

Includes All Transfers, Boat Cruise, English Speaking Guide and dinner.

Temburong Escapade

Peak of Bukit Patoi
Huge Buttree
Rainforest Canopy
River Boat
Enjoying afreshly cook River Lobster!





Tour Code : BWN08


Package : Temburong Escapade


Duration : 6 hours






Itinerary
Your journey begins with a 45 minutes boat ride from Bandar Seri Begawan to Bangar town. An overland transfer to the Forest Reserve passing by orchards and the native rice fields. Upon reaching Bukit Patoi Nature reserve, sign in before taking a guided rainforest trek. Learn about the forest ecosystem, possible sight of some birds, unique insect and sometimes even wildlife. Further up will bring you up with steps reaching the unique geological rock formation before the peak of Bukit Patoi. Enjoy a sense of achievement at the peak of Bukit Patoi. Reward with a panaromic view of Rainforest canopy all the way your eye can see. Visit one of the longhouses to experience feelings of living in a village under one roof and be among the Bornean natives whose ancestors were once headhunters. Return to Bandar Seri Begawan in the late afternoon.
Includes
English Speaking Guide , local lunch
Excludes
Personal expenses and tips

Pricing: please contact us at hasatours@gmail.com

Children Pricing: age 3-11 , 50% of Adult Price

NOTE: Minimum Pax Per Order for Temburong Escapade is 2 adult(s)

Brunei River Cruise



Tour code:BWN05
Package :Brunei River Cruise
Duration :Half day 2 1/2 Hr


Itinerary

Brunei is blessed with abundance wildlife due to it mostly undisturbed forest like mangrove forests that line along the Brunei river. Brunei River cruise in an open water taxi to the mangrove channels in the Brunei River in search of the elusive proboscis monkeys, an endangered and protected species which only found in Borneo. Other wildlife sighted during most cruises are Egret, Long Tail Macaques, Monitor lizard that climb tree, Mangrove Snake, Otter, white bellied Sea Eagle, salt water crocodile, King Fisher. Depend on tide & time you may also see local villagers doing fishing using traditional method. During this Cruise we also pass by the Royal Palace, our guide will be please to ask boatman to stop for a while for you to take picture of Royal Palace upon your request. Continue the cruise by the Water Village, generally recognized as the world's largest water village, Kampong Ayer extends out over the Brunei River from both banks, and is home to around 30,000 people. Even four centuries ago, the size and complexity of Kampong Ayer greatly impressed the Magellan expedition, which received a stately welcome upon entering Brunei Bay in 1521. Although most of the houses on stilts are now furnished with every modern amenity, a traditionally colourful and lively atmosphere remains.

Includes
English Speaking Guide

Excludes
Personal expenses and tips

Children Pricing: age 3-11 , 50% of Adult Price

NOTE: Minimum Pax Per Order for Brunei River Cruise is 2 adult(s)

Temburong Escapade

Finally to the top
Sleek baby snake
what's time??? Termit hill
Iban Longhouse
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Brunei Full Day City Tours

Inside Royal Regalia
A mosque built along Brunei river
Brunei Museum
Nurul Iman Palace
Water Village House

Tour Code : BWN06
Package : Bandar Full Day City tour
Duration : Whole Day (6 hours)
Itinerary

A full day tour with more time spend on each places of interest start with visit to the splendid Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque which has 29 gold cover dome, beautiful marble floor& ceiling, huge door made from Nara Wood from the Philippine, Crystal chandeliers, colourful stain glass with Arabic inscription beautiful prayer carpet and more. Then to Brunei’s majestic royal heritage, Istana Nurul Iman is the Sultan’s official home in the capital and is the largest residential palace in the world. Situated on the top of a hill overlooking the city, the palace is an enigmatic symbol of Brunei’s enduring monarchy and seat of the nation's government.
Follow by Brunei Museum, which house the biggest private collection of Islamic art on display, various brass cannon of Borneo, biggest display of Sunken treasure from a single few century old Chinese merchant ship and learn all about the “Black Gold” of Brunei - Oil industry of Brunei. Then to the Royal Regalia building which are the home of Coronation & Silver Jubilee Chariot, Royal Regalia of the coronation of present 29th Sultan of Brunei, numerous gift from state dignitaries and many more.
The Water Village (Malay: Kampong Ayer) is a district of Brunei's capital city Bandar Seri Begawan. 30,000 people live in the Water Village. This represents roughly ten percent of the nation's total population. All of the Water Village buildings are constructed on stilts above the Brunei River.
Private water taxis provide rapid transit.. The district has a unique architectural heritage of wooden homes with ornate interiors.People have lived in Kampong Ayer for over 1300 years. Antonio Pigafetta dubbed it the Venice of the East when the fleet of Ferdinand Magellan visited in 1521. The district is a culturally important part of Brunei that preserves the nation's river dwelling origins.

Tour will also include visit to “Tamu” local market and learn all about local produce, “Shampoo” make from vine, local delicacies and etc.

Note: Visit to inside mosque is closed on Thursday & Friday
Includes
English Speaking Guide , local lunch, boat ride
Excludes
Personal expenses and tips
Price
please contact us at hasatours@gmail.com

Children Pricing: age 3-11 , 50% of Adult Price