Menyang Tais Longhouse
Jalan Reservoir Sri Amin, Kuching 93000 Malaysia
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#14 of 28 guest houses in Kuching
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Jalan Reservoir Sri Amin, Kuching 93000 Malaysia
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Somewhat walkable
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We travelled from Kuching to visit the Menyang Tais Longhouse. After a long drive, with stops to see a local market and a pepper farm, we arrived at the reservoir where we were met by the boatmen to take us to the longhouse. The ride across the lake was refreshing and followed by a hot and sticky climb up to the longhouse where we were welcomed with tea and biscuits. The longhouse is living home, not a tourist attraction, allowing you to see everyday life. The accommodation was on mattresses laid out in someone's front room, so basic but with fans and mosquito nets provided. The bathrooms were also basic, two shared toilets and wash basin. In the evening we were cooked a generous meal served with very generous quantities of rice wine. Followed by an exchange of gifts (which are shared out amongst all the residents) and a Q&A session to learn about their way of life. The many chickens gave a loud wake-up call and after breakfast we hiked through the forest and fields to the lake for the return journey.
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Date of stay: July 2011Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We had a fantastic time staying at the Menyang Tais Longhouse which was organised through Borneo Adeventures! The tribe have so much history to Borneo and dealing with an ever changing society.... for example, their children (now all mainly sent to boarding school) have given them mobile phones which only get single in one spot...therefore, only answered via loud speaker!
We loved the opportunity to meet with the chief and stay with his family! The noises, smells and heat were all real! These people build their homes, hunt their food, grow their crops and do it all so effortlessly! Such talent.
The longhouse has solar powered showers and western toilets for their guests which the government put in (something very recent). I don't think the tribe really use these as they're so used to their way of life but appreciated for the guests!
Our guide- Edwin was fantastic in answering all our questions and translating the best he could for us. Everyone was so welcoming and I think they really enjoy having visitors as they're all so hospitable! Really recommend this authentic experience which is very rare in today's life!
We loved the opportunity to meet with the chief and stay with his family! The noises, smells and heat were all real! These people build their homes, hunt their food, grow their crops and do it all so effortlessly! Such talent.
The longhouse has solar powered showers and western toilets for their guests which the government put in (something very recent). I don't think the tribe really use these as they're so used to their way of life but appreciated for the guests!
Our guide- Edwin was fantastic in answering all our questions and translating the best he could for us. Everyone was so welcoming and I think they really enjoy having visitors as they're all so hospitable! Really recommend this authentic experience which is very rare in today's life!
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Date of stay: July 2017Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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This was an amazing travel experience for us. My wife and I travelled to Menyang Tais longhouse for a homestay with another couple (from Holland). We had two guides from Borneo Adventure. It was a 5 hour trip from Kuching by van and 15 minutes by longboat.
We arrived mid-afternoon and were greeted by the Iban headman. The community threw a party to welcome us - grilled steak (grassfed!), grilled chicken, grilled pork, rice wine and whiskey. After a rest and a walk around the site (a working farm in the jungle), we shared a meal with the community (local dishes & ingredients). We had a Q&A session with the headman about their way of life. We shared some rice wine and rice whiskey. This is not a hotel - this is their home in the Borneo jungle.
The next day, a tracker and our guide took us on a trek to show us how they live, work and eat in the jungle. We also saw some sites of cultural significance.
We arrived mid-afternoon and were greeted by the Iban headman. The community threw a party to welcome us - grilled steak (grassfed!), grilled chicken, grilled pork, rice wine and whiskey. After a rest and a walk around the site (a working farm in the jungle), we shared a meal with the community (local dishes & ingredients). We had a Q&A session with the headman about their way of life. We shared some rice wine and rice whiskey. This is not a hotel - this is their home in the Borneo jungle.
The next day, a tracker and our guide took us on a trek to show us how they live, work and eat in the jungle. We also saw some sites of cultural significance.
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Date of stay: October 2014Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Una gran acogida por parte de los Iban. Muy agradable el sitio, cena y desayuno estupendos. Te permiten ver su modo de vida. Al día siguiente hicimos una excursión en longboat para ir a una plantación de té donde nos cocinaron pollo y verduras en bambú. Toda una experiencia. Gracias!!!!
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Date of stay: August 2019
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Wow. An amazing experience we will never forget. Absolutely one of the best decisions we made to visit here. We stayed with the chief and his family, enjoyed an evening with the other families and took a walk across their land. A wonderful learning experience amongst beautiful people. A long drive from Kuching (4hrs) then a 30-min boat ride - but oh so worth it. On the way we stopped for food in a local market which was fun then lunch which was delicious. We ate with the chief and families - lovely food. A real experience, you come away feeling you have seen how people in the forest truly live. We loved this trip.
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Date of stay: September 2018Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Tour 2d1n prenotato con Borneo Adventure. Da Kuching il viaggio è lungo (circa 4h30).Dopo alcune soste per il pranzo, pepper farm, mercato di Serian, orchidee selvatiche si arriva ad un lago artificiale che si attraversa su imbarcazioni tipiche; infine si fa un piccolo tratto di jungla a piedi ed eccoci alla Longhouse. Il posto è pulito e gli Iban sono di una gentilezza infinita!Si mangia (benissimo) tutti insieme sia alla sera che a colazione. Esperienza divertente e indimenticabile!
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Date of stay: August 2012Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Frequently Asked Questions about Menyang Tais Longhouse
Which popular attractions are close to Menyang Tais Longhouse?
Nearby attractions include Sarawak Museum (0.2 km), Drunk Monkey Old Street Bar (0.5 km), and Plaza Merdeka Matang Jaya (0.5 km).
What are some restaurants close to Menyang Tais Longhouse?
Conveniently located restaurants include Zinc Restaurant And Bar, Indah House Kuching, and Bla Bla Bla.
Are there any historical sites close to Menyang Tais Longhouse?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Hong San Si Temple (0.5 km).