In a nutshell

Sail along the Brunei River on a traditional wooden boat and admire the contrasts between the modern capital and the biggest village on water in the world. Then you'll set off to explore the mangroves, teeming with wildlife. Have you ever been in a house on stilts? With this tour, you'll be able to say you have! Let yourself be won over by the local hospitality, savoring tea and traditional sweet treats for a break outside of time.

Main stops

Sail on a local boat along the Brunei River
Spot wildlife among the mangroves
Enjoy tea and traditional sweet treats in a house on stilts

The programme

Jump aboard a traditional wooden boat at the Bandar Seri Begawan pier and set off on a journey that will make you fall in love with a country that seems as if it's straight out of a fairy tale. One side of Brunei is modern and sparkling. The other is home to the biggest village on water in the world, with floating houses, schools and markets as if it were the most normal thing ever. If you don't believe in magic, you might change your mind here!

During the trip, don't miss the Istana Nurul Iman, the biggest residential palace in the world with a staggering 1,788 rooms!

And now comes the best part: you'll make your way through the mangroves, in an ecosystem that is brimming with life. Observe the amazing mudskipper fish (they can also get about on land!) and the elegant, brightly-colored kingfishers. With a bit of luck, you might also spot some proboscis monkeys, cute creatures with something of a long nose!

At this point, you've earned yourself a rest. Your adventure will take you to a real house on stilts, where a local family will welcome you with tea and traditional sweet treats: here, the hospitality is so authentic that you'll feel right at home.

Good to know

Sightings of animals in their natural habitat cannot be guaranteed.
Wear clothing that is respectful of the culture of the country, avoiding garments that are too tight or low-cut. (Low-cut tops, shorts and short skirts or dresses are not considered appropriate, as this is a stricter Muslim country.)