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Activity Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei

Brunei Mangrove River Safari

5.0 (5 reviews) 2 hours – 2 h 10 min Free cancellation
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Brunei Mangrove River Safari

About this activity

Embark on an unforgettable starting with a hotel pickup and transfer to the boat jetty in Bandar Seri Begawan. Aboard an open-deck local wooden boat, you’ll cruise along the Brunei River, offering views of both the modern capital city and the serene Kampong Ayer, one of Southeast Asia’s largest water villages.

During the cruise, you witness the wonders of the mangrove world, home to various marine life and the rare proboscis monkeys. These endangered monkeys are native to Borneo and Sumatra, and on this river safari, you won’t have to travel far into the jungle to see them.

  • Mangrove river cruise with hotel pickup included
  • Spot endangered proboscis monkeys and explore Kampong Ayer
  • Visit a local stilt house for refreshments during the tour
  • Guided by a licensed English/Malay-speaking expert

NOTE:

-Additional charges apply for Chinese, Cantonese, Japanese, and Korean speaking tour guides, and availability is subject to confirmation.

  • Minimum 2 person per booking
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At a glance

Duration
2 hours – 2 h 10 min
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 30 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Cantonese, English
Operated by
Freme Travel Services

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Licensed English/Malay speaking guide
  • Included: Snacks: Local cakes serve in a local stilt house above water
  • Included: Pick up & drop off from within the city center
  • Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • Not included: Rates does not apply to cruise passengers from Muara Port
  • Not included: Gratuities: Tipping

Itinerary

  1. Istana Nurul Iman

    Passing by

    The river safari cruise will pass by Nurul Iman Palace – official residence of The Sultan, it is the world’s largest residential palace in the world with 1,788-rooms.

  2. Kampong Ayer - Venice of East

    30 min

    This experience gives you a view of two contrasting worlds – on one side is the modern developing capital city of Brunei and on the other, the reflective serenity of Kampong Ayer, one of the largest water village in

    Southeast Asia.

  3. Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge

    Passing by

    The bridge is named after the present Queen consort – the

    Raja Isteri Pengiran Anak Hajah Saleha Bridge. The second longest single-pylon cable stayed bridge in the world

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Jetty next to Kaizen Sushi, Japanese restaurant

End point

  • Jetty next to Kaizen Sushi, Japanese restaurant

Pickup points

  • Higher Hotel
  • Times Hotel
  • The Brunei Hotel
  • The Rizqun International Hotel
  • Radisson Hotel Brunei Darussalam
  • Rimbun Suites & Residences
  • J Hotel
  • Al Afiah Hotel
  • Abdul Razak Hotel Apartments
  • Mulia Hotel
  • The Capital Residence Suites
  • Terrace Hotel

and 2 more pickup points

Pick up from Brunei International Airport / Muara Port / Hotels Outside City Centre will be subject to surcharge. Please indicate your hotel's name to check on pick up's eligibility.

Using your ticket

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

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