The calm waters of Sungai Sarawak Kiri is the perfect place for a day of kayaking and waterfall adventures with the added bonus of visiting a Bidayuh village!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
What to expect?
What to expect?
Your ride begins with a 50 minute adventure from Kuching through the Sarawak countryside full of valleys planted with paddy, fruits and tapioca. Winding through small villages past plantations on your journey there, you will arrive at the Bidayuh village of Kampung Bengoh which serves as the starting point for the 11km kayak adventure! From here, it will take around 2-4 hours depending on the river conditions to reach the endpoint of Kampung Semadang.
After paddling lessons and safety briefs, you’re off into the pristine jungle where you can go at your own leisurely pace and enjoy the scenery of the rock formations, riverside villages and any wildlife you can spot with your eye! Along the kayaking route, you can stop at the bank and take a break or have a dip if you wish. During the activity, you will stop by at the Bidayuh Village for lunch break and you can freshen up with some local food offered there.
After paddling lessons and safety briefs, you’re off into the pristine jungle where you can go at your own leisurely pace and enjoy the scenery of the rock formations, riverside villages and any wildlife you can spot with your eye! Along the kayaking route, you can stop at the bank and take a break or have a dip if you wish. During the activity, you will stop by at the Bidayuh Village for lunch break and you can freshen up with some local food offered there.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Comfortable swimwear
- Sandals with straps
- Towel
- Cap/Hat
- Sun block
- Insect repellant
- Energy snacks
- Extra set of clothes
- A bag to secure your valuables
- Straps for glasses
- Plenty of water
- Waterproof bag for your smartphone/camera
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Toilets (at Bidayuh Village)
- Fruit stalls (at Bidayuh Village)
- Water
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Couple , Friends , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Keep your lifejacket on at all times and make sure it is tightly secured. If you were not given a lifejacket, insist on it.
- Follow the instructions and safety briefings of your guides and tour staff before, during and after the activity. They are there to keep you safe and mitigate threats.
- Never overtake the front guide’s kayak or trail behind the last guide’s kayak.
- Watch your head as you kayak closer to the rock formations!
- Keep a safe distance away from wildlife during the kayak.
- Never venture alone ahead of the group, make sure you are at least within 60-80m of another kayak boat or guide.
- If you're not a swimmer, you must be accompanied by a guide in your kayak.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Some tour operators like rainforestkayaking.com have their guides take many photos using high quality cameras which are then emailed to you as souvenirs free of charge!
- During fruit season, usually towards the end of the year you may find seasonal fruits such as rambutan and durian to eat along the orchards and villages that you will kayak through.
- As you are passing by some of the villages you may see some locals harvesting pepper or tapping rubber. If you’re lucky you can even join them for a few shots of tuak (traditional rice wine).
- Weather conditions may cause this activity to be postponed as the currents will become very strong and dangerous for kayaking. To avoid disappointment, check the weather upon planning your trip here.
- If you want experience local accommodation in one of the many Bidayuh villages nearby, there are some homestays available. Try and ask your tour operators for their recommendations.
What to expect?
What to expect?
Your ride begins with a 50 minute adventure from Kuching through the Sarawak countryside full of valleys planted with paddy, fruits and tapioca. Winding through small villages past plantations on your journey there, you will arrive at the Bidayuh village of Kampung Bengoh which serves as the starting point for the 11km kayak adventure! From here, it will take around 2-4 hours depending on the river conditions to reach the endpoint of Kampung Semadang.
After paddling lessons and safety briefs, you’re off into the pristine jungle where you can go at your own leisurely pace and enjoy the scenery of the rock formations, riverside villages and any wildlife you can spot with your eye! Along the kayaking route, you can stop at the bank and take a break or have a dip if you wish. During the activity, you will stop by at the Bidayuh Village for lunch break and you can freshen up with some local food offered there.
After paddling lessons and safety briefs, you’re off into the pristine jungle where you can go at your own leisurely pace and enjoy the scenery of the rock formations, riverside villages and any wildlife you can spot with your eye! Along the kayaking route, you can stop at the bank and take a break or have a dip if you wish. During the activity, you will stop by at the Bidayuh Village for lunch break and you can freshen up with some local food offered there.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Comfortable swimwear
- Sandals with straps
- Towel
- Cap/Hat
- Sun block
- Insect repellant
- Energy snacks
- Extra set of clothes
- A bag to secure your valuables
- Straps for glasses
- Plenty of water
- Waterproof bag for your smartphone/camera
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Toilets (at Bidayuh Village)
- Fruit stalls (at Bidayuh Village)
- Water
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Couple , Friends , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- Keep your lifejacket on at all times and make sure it is tightly secured. If you were not given a lifejacket, insist on it.
- Follow the instructions and safety briefings of your guides and tour staff before, during and after the activity. They are there to keep you safe and mitigate threats.
- Never overtake the front guide’s kayak or trail behind the last guide’s kayak.
- Watch your head as you kayak closer to the rock formations!
- Keep a safe distance away from wildlife during the kayak.
- Never venture alone ahead of the group, make sure you are at least within 60-80m of another kayak boat or guide.
- If you're not a swimmer, you must be accompanied by a guide in your kayak.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- Some tour operators like rainforestkayaking.com have their guides take many photos using high quality cameras which are then emailed to you as souvenirs free of charge!
- During fruit season, usually towards the end of the year you may find seasonal fruits such as rambutan and durian to eat along the orchards and villages that you will kayak through.
- As you are passing by some of the villages you may see some locals harvesting pepper or tapping rubber. If you’re lucky you can even join them for a few shots of tuak (traditional rice wine).
- Weather conditions may cause this activity to be postponed as the currents will become very strong and dangerous for kayaking. To avoid disappointment, check the weather upon planning your trip here.
- If you want experience local accommodation in one of the many Bidayuh villages nearby, there are some homestays available. Try and ask your tour operators for their recommendations.
The calm waters of Sungai Sarawak Kiri is the perfect place for a day of kayaking and waterfall adventures with the added bonus of visiting a Bidayuh village!
Opening hours
| Monday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Thursday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Friday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Saturday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
| Sunday | 08:30 am to 03:00 pm |
