5 DAYS • 4 NIGHTS • SIBU TO KAPIT
RAJANG JOURNEY UPRIVER
A concentrated expedition from Sibu into the Upper Rajang, combining river landscapes, rainforest exploration and encounters with the communities and living cultures shaped by Malaysia’s longest river.
SIBU → KAPIT
THE JOURNEY
FOLLOW THE RAJANG UPRIVER
From Sibu, travel upriver along the Rajang as the landscapes gradually shift from the lower river towards the forested interior of Sarawak.
Over five days, the journey combines unhurried river travel with local food, rainforest exploration, historic Kapit and an expedition beyond the Pelagus Rapids to communities of the Upper Rajang.
It is a shorter journey than Into Deep Borneo, but one that still carries travellers beyond the familiar and into a part of Sarawak shaped by the river.
EXPEDITION BY DAY. COMFORT BY NIGHT.
JOURNEY AT A GLANCE
5 DAYS FROM SIBU
INTO THE UPPER RAJANG
5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS
EXPEDITION DURATION
SIBU → KAPIT
UPRIVER JOURNEY
16 CABINS
INTIMATE VESSEL
32 GUESTS
MAXIMUM
FULL BOARD
CRUISE DINING
INCLUDED TRANSFER
KAPIT → SIBU
THE ROUTE
FROM SIBU
TO THE UPPER RAJANG
SIBU
→
NANGA NGEMAH
→
KAPIT
DAY 4 EXPEDITION
KAPIT → PELAGUS RAPIDS → PUNAH BAH / UPPER RAJANG → KAPIT
DAY 5 INCLUDED COACH
KAPIT → SIBU
Travel upriver from Sibu towards Kapit, then venture beyond the town by smaller expedition vessel into the Upper Rajang before returning to Kapit. After disembarkation on Day 5, an included scheduled coach transfer returns guests to Sibu.
DAY BY DAY
FIVE DAYS. DEEPER UPRIVER.
DAY 1
BEGINNING UPRIVER
Board Borneo River Cruise in Sibu in the morning and settle into your cabin with a welcome drink and cool towel.
Before noon, we leave the city behind and begin travelling upriver along the Rajang.
During the afternoon, visit a local fruit orchard and discover seasonal tropical fruits and produce grown along the river.
As evening approaches, gather by the riverside for a relaxed BBQ dinner accompanied by local songs and cultural performances — an atmospheric beginning to the journey upriver.
OVERNIGHT · ONBOARD NEAR NANGA NGEMAH
DAY 2
THE RIVER, UNHURRIED
Continue upriver as settlements become smaller and the landscapes increasingly reflect Sarawak’s interior.
Spend the morning onboard, taking in the river from the open deck or joining a hands-on activity such as local cooking, ulam preparation, beading or batik.
Watch for birds and river life as the vessel continues towards Kapit.
By evening, arrive in one of the Upper Rajang’s most important historic river towns.
OVERNIGHT · ONBOARD IN KAPIT
DAY 3
KAPIT & THE RAINFOREST
Begin the day at Teresang Market, exploring local produce and jungle ingredients alongside your guide and chef.
Continue to Fort Sylvia to discover stories from Kapit’s Brooke-era history and its role along the Upper Rajang.
After lunch onboard, leave town behind for a moderate guided rainforest trek, observing ferns, tropical plants, insects and the smaller details of Borneo’s forest environment.
Return to the vessel in Kapit for the evening.
OVERNIGHT · ONBOARD IN KAPIT
DAY 4
BEYOND THE RAPIDS
After an early breakfast, transfer to our smaller expedition vessel and travel beyond Kapit towards the Pelagus Rapids and the Upper Rajang.
Continue to Punan Bah and encounter a Punan community whose relationship with the surrounding forest includes traditions such as Molong — an approach to the careful use and stewardship of natural resources.
Discover the remarkable Kelirieng burial poles before continuing to an Iban longhouse, where living traditions may include Pua Kumbu weaving, Terendak craftsmanship, sampan construction, rattan mat weaving and fishing-net making.
Explore nearby gardens and crops, including Sarawak pepper, before returning by expedition vessel to Kapit.
OVERNIGHT · ONBOARD IN KAPIT
DAY 5
FROM RIVER TO ROAD
Enjoy breakfast onboard before saying goodbye to your floating home and disembarking in Kapit.
From here, continue by scheduled coach through Sarawak’s interior towards Sibu, completing the journey by road after four nights travelling upriver.
The transfer to Sibu is included in your expedition fare.
INCLUDED AFTER-CRUISE TRANSFER
KAPIT → SIBU
Scheduled coach · approximately 3–4 hours
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
FIVE DAYS.
A DEEPER SIDE OF SARAWAK.
Experiences vary according to season, river conditions and local availability. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
THE RAJANG UPRIVER
Watch the river and its landscapes change as the journey travels from Sibu towards Sarawak's interior.
KAPIT
Explore a historic Upper Rajang river town through its market, heritage and everyday life.
BEYOND THE RAPIDS
Travel by smaller expedition vessel beyond Kapit towards the Pelagus Rapids and remote Upper Rajang.
LIVING COMMUNITIES
Encounter communities whose lives, traditions and livelihoods remain closely connected to the river and forest.
RAINFOREST EXPLORATION
Step into Borneo's tropical forest on a guided trek around the Kapit region.
A TASTE OF THE RAJANG
Discover seasonal produce, jungle ingredients and flavours connected to the river.
Experiences vary according to season, river conditions and local availability. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
YOUR HOME ON THE RAJANG
EXPEDITION BY DAY.
COMFORT BY NIGHT.
Throughout the cruise journey, return each day to the comfort of an intimate 16-cabin expedition vessel designed for just 32 guests.
Private ensuite cabins, air-conditioned dining, relaxed social spaces and open-deck river views provide a comfortable base from which to experience the Rajang.
16 CABINS
32 GUESTS
PRIVATE ENSUITES
FULL BOARD
YOUR EXPEDITION FARE
THE ESSENTIALS ARE PART OF THE JOURNEY
4 nights onboard accommodation
Day 1 lunch & dinner
Days 2–4 breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 breakfast
Scheduled expedition-vessel excursions
Guided shore & rainforest experiences
Community & cultural experiences
Entrance fees included and the programme
Selected refreshments & beverages
Drinking water
Wi-Fi where connectivity permits
Kapit → Sibu scheduled coach transfer on Day 5
Port / terminal fees
Applicable fuel surcharge
BEFORE YOU TRAVEL
ESSENTIAL JOURNEY INFORMATION
WHERE DOES THE JOURNEY BEGIN?
The expedition begins in Sibu, Sarawak.
WHERE DOES THE CRUISE END?
The cruise portion concludes in Kapit on Day 5. An included scheduled coach then transfers from Kapit to Sibu.
HOW LONG IS THE KAPIT–SIBU TRANSFER?
Approximately 3–4 hours, depending on road and traffic conditions.
WHAT IS THE ACTIVITY LEVEL?
The journey includes walking on uneven surfaces and a moderate rainforest trek that may involve slippery terrain, minor steep sections and river crossings.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE?
7 years. Children must share accommodation with a responsible adult.
WHAT ABOUT MOBILITY?
Some boarding points, riverbanks and excursions involve stairs or uneven terrain. Guests using walking aids may be able to participate in selected activities depending on their individual mobility and excursion conditions. The journey is not recommended for guests dependent on a wheelchair.
IS WI-FI AVAILABLE?
Wi-Fi is available onboard, but connectivity depends on mobile coverage and may become limited as the journey travels upriver.
ARE WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS GUARANTEED?
No. Wildlife encounters are opportunistic and depend on natural conditions.
2027 DEPARTURES & FARES
FIND YOUR JOURNEY
Choose from our scheduled 2027 departures. Availability is confirmed at the time of enquiry.
2027 DEPARTURES
DEPARTURE
Wed, 12 May 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Sun, 16 May 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Mon, 14 June 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Fri, 18 June 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Tue, 13 July 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Sat, 17 July 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Thurs, 12 August 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Mon, 16 August 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Mon, 13 September 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Fri, 17 September 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Tue, 12 October 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Sat, 16 October 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Thurs, 11 November 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Mon, 15 November 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
DEPARTURE
Mon, 13 December 2027
RETURN / DISEMBARK
Fri, 17 December 2027
PUBLISHED FARE
USD 2,580 PP
OPEN
Children must share accommodation with a responsible adult. Age 18+ is charged at the adult fare. For payment, mobility, dietary and travel preparation information, see Plan Your Journey.
5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS
FOLLOW THE RAJANG UPRIVER.
Choose your preferred 2027 sailing and let our reservations team confirm availability.