Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour - Explore the Heart of Borneo's Rich Legacy
Overview
The Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour - Explore the Heart of Borneo's Rich Legacy offers an unforgettable journey into the heart of Borneo, where you’ll explore the ancient cultures and rich traditions of its indigenous peoples. This immersive experience takes you through the vibrant customs of five native ethnic groups: Dusun, Rungus, Murut, Bajau, and Lundayeh. As you wander through recreated traditional villages, you’ll witness the distinctive architecture, daily lifestyles, and timeless practices of each group. Learn the ancient arts of fire-starting, weaving, and cooking, as well as discover fascinating Bornean customs that have been passed down through generations. During this cultural adventure, enjoy delicious traditional meals and participate in hands-on workshops, offering a deeper understanding of the island’s unique heritage. The Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour - Explore the Heart of Borneo's Rich Legacy lets you connect with the island’s deep cultural roots, leaving you with lasting memories of Borneo’s rich tribal heritage and traditions.
Tour Highlights:
- Cultural Immersion: Immerse yourself in the deep-rooted traditions and customs of Borneo's indigenous tribes.
- Explore Traditional Borneo Villages: Visit recreated homes from the Dusun, Rungus, Murut, Bajau, and Lundayeh tribes.
- Borneo Traditional Dances and Music: Experience vibrant performances showcasing the local music and dances of the indigenous groups.
- Authentic Borneo Cuisine: Savor traditional Bornean dishes, prepared by the villagers themselves, for a true taste of Borneo.
- Cultural Demonstrations: Watch fascinating displays of fire-starting, weaving, cooking, and other ancient techniques.
- Hands-On Activities: Participate in workshops where you can try your hand at traditional Bornean crafts and games.
- Suspension Bridge Walk: Cross the iconic suspension bridge and enjoy stunning views of the surrounding rainforest.
Tour Amenities
The sightseeing will proceed according to the itinerary.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking.
Get a full refund if cancel the booking 72 hours before it begins.
We offer 24/7 global customer support.
This is a private tour for you and your group only.
Included
Pick-up from your Kota Kinabalu hotel.
The English-speaking tour guide during the sightseeing tour.
Transportation: Private air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable tour.
Drop-off at your Kota Kinabalu hotel.
Excluded
Personal expenses are not included.
Gratuities.
Tour Plan
Why Choose Our Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour?
Our Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour provides an unparalleled opportunity to experience the traditional cultures of Borneo. Unlike other tours, this immersive journey allows you to interact directly with the indigenous people and witness their time-honored customs. By visiting traditional Borneo villages, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the region’s cultural heritage. With hands-on activities, live demonstrations, and a traditional meal, this Borneo cultural experience is perfect for anyone seeking to discover the authentic side of Borneo. Whether you're exploring Borneo indigenous cultures for the first time or are already familiar with the region, this cultural adventure in Borneo will leave you with lasting memories.
Book Your Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour Today!
Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating traditions of Borneo. Book your Mari-Mari Cultural Village Tour now and embark on a journey through the rich heritage of Borneo’s indigenous tribes. Experience Borneo’s timeless culture, learn about the island’s indigenous peoples, and explore traditional villages. This unforgettable cultural experience awaits you—reserve your spot today!
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Reviews (32)
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DanRutherford
Source Viator
Very good tour.
Very good tour. Guide was excellent and very knowledgeable. Taxi pick up was prompt and kept me up to date on Whats.
Written April 5, 2025
Liene_B
Source Viator
Interesting information
It was very interesting to see and hear about life in Borneo many years, get information about headhunters..
Written March 19, 2025
Craig_B
Source Viator
It is not a private tourit is it fake and wrong
IT IS NOT A PRIVATE TOUR you will be with 12 other people and wait and wait for everyone to be ready . The tour company doesn t answer to you before during or after the tour. The village is cute ! Don t expect Viator to refund because they don t care so go to other companies...
Written March 11, 2025
Md Firdaus
Source Trip Advisor
Wonderful smooth tour by Clare 👍🏼
I went with both my parents, and it was a very enjoyable experience! I visited 5 years ago, and there have been improvements from the reception area, to the increased number of staff and guides, and lunch provided as compared to last time 👍🏼 We got Clare as our guide, and she was very patient and kind despite certain people in the group that were a tad more mischievious throughout the tour. The tour was smooth, the post-tour performance was entertaining, and the lunch was delicious. All in all, I'm glad that MMCV has improved over the years and gave my parents as wonderful an experience as last time I went 😁👍🏼👍🏼..
Written December 27, 2024
Jennifer_G
Source Viator
Fun way to learn more about Malaysian Culture
Excellent guide Mac. Well worth the trip and money. Included ride to and from hotel. And a meal with lots of options...
Written October 25, 2024
Hege
Source Viator
Good learning experience
I am not going to fault anything here, it was an amazing experience. The guides were amazing ( our guide was Aril) and we felt really good taken care of. They are all knowledgeable and really want people to learn about the culture and the tribes of Borneo. The traffic can be horrible, it can rain, changes can happen to your trip, but none of this matters as long as the experience is great, and it really was 🙂 Thank you so much 🙂..
Written October 21, 2024
Emma C
Source Trip Advisor
The best thing to do from Kota Kinabalu
We totally loved our afternoon here. Our guide was super friendly and explained everything very well. The tour is well thought through and we were not expecting to have food and drink little tasters throughout. We didnt really know what to expect and were impressed...
Written October 9, 2024
Firdaus_N
Source Viator
No value add
The tour itself was excellent. 5 stars to the experience, and our guide Zul was engaging. The transport there left much to be desired and was overpriced after i calculated how much the ticket price cost us. The driver was late in picking us up, saying he had to go to the carwash, and the main coordinator said no rush when we contacted him. There is no value add for this package - only overpriced private transfer and the driver going over to register for you at the venue. Book this only if its last minute and you cannot get your own transport...
Written October 9, 2024
Michael_B
Source Viator
Amazing experience
A wonderful time and great experience for our family. Zul was our guide and was not only informative but so funny as well. Highly recommend!!!..
Written October 3, 2024
John_H
Source Viator
Great day discovering cultural history
Very informative about the history of the tribes, their housing and their food and drink. Lead by a very informative guide...
Written September 24, 2024
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