PLAN YOUR JOURNEY
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
BEFORE THE RIVER
From getting to Sibu and preparing for rainforest excursions to dining, connectivity and life onboard, here’s what to know before your Borneo River Cruise journey.
THE ESSENTIALS
START WITH
THE BASICS
SIBU
Starting point
5D4N or 8D7N
Journey length
32
Guests maximum
7 YEARS
Minimum age
EASY-MODERATE
Activity
ENSUITE
Private cabin
Borneo River Cruise combines comfortable river travel with active exploration. Guests should be comfortable boarding smaller vessels, walking on uneven surfaces and participating in excursions in tropical conditions.
YOUR GATEWAY TO THE RAJANG
BEGIN IN SIBU
Sibu is the gateway to the Rajang River and the starting point for Borneo River Cruise journeys.
Guests travelling internationally will normally reach Sarawak through one of Malaysia’s major aviation gateways before connecting onwards to Sibu.
ARRIVING BY AIR
Sibu Airport (SBW) is the principal airport serving Sibu.
BEFORE & AFTER
Allow sufficient time before scheduled embarkation or transfer, and adequate time between the end of your journey and any onward flight.
WHERE YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS
THREE JOURNEYS.
DIFFERENT STARTING RHYTHMS.
8D7N
INTO DEEP BORNEO
SIBU → RAJANG → SIBU
Embarkation: Sibu
Day 1 boarding: afternoon
Vessel departure: approx. 3:00 PM
Journey ends: Sibu, Day 8
5D4N
RAJANG JOURNEY UPRIVER
SIBU → KAPIT
Embarkation: Sibu
Cruise ends: Kapit, Day 5
Included transfer: Kapit → Sibu
Road journey: approx. 3–4 hours
5D4N
RAJANG JOURNEY DOWNRIVER
KAPIT → SIBU
Journey begins: Sibu
Included transfer: Sibu → Kapit
Vessel embarkation: Kapit, Day 1
Cruise ends: Sibu, Day 5
Final meeting points, transfer times and embarkation instructions are provided with confirmed travel documentation.
ACTIVITY & MOBILITY
COMFORTABLE EXPLORATION
WITH A SENSE OF ADVENTURE
The overall pace is gentle, but activities may include markets, communities, vessel transfers, riverbank boarding and rainforest walks.
EASY
MODERATE
MORE ACTIVE
Onboard activities, markets, towns and communities.
Uneven paths, steps, riverbanks and slippery surfaces.
Selected jungle walks up to about three hours, with minor steep sections and small river crossings.
EVERY EXCURSION IS OPTIONAL. GUESTS MAY CHOOSE TO REMAIN ONBOARD.
Guests using canes or walkers may be able to join selected activities depending on individual mobility and excursion conditions. The journey is not recommended for guests dependent on a wheelchair.
PACK FOR THE RIVER
LIGHT. PRACTICAL.
READY FOR BORNEO.
CLOTHING
- Breathable casual clothing
- Long trousers or light long sleeves
- Sleepwear & swimwear
- Light layer for air-conditioning
OUTDOORS
- Walking shoes with good grip
- Sandals
- Hat & sunglasses
- Sunscreen &insect repellant
- Small day bag
USEFUL EXTRAS
- Personal medications
- Camera / binoculars
- Reusable water bottle
- Power bank
- Water-resistant pouch
RAIN
Rain ponchos are provided for scheduled activities; a compact personal rain jacket may also be useful.
LUGGAGE
Manageable or soft-sided luggage is recommended. Bags up to approximately 28 inches can be accommodated.
TROPICAL BORNEO
THE WEATHER IS
PART OF THE JOURNEY
Warm temperatures, humidity and rainfall are part of everyday life along the Rajang. Conditions can can change quickly, and river levels and weather can influence individual excursions.
THE ITINERARY FOLLOWS THE RIVER — AND SOMETIMES THE RIVER SETS THE PACE.
Programme adjustments may occasionally be made for weather, river conditions, community availability or operational condiserations.
STAYING CONNECTED
CONNECTED WHEN POSSIBLE.
OFF-GRID WHEN
THE RIVER DECIDES.
WI-FI
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available, but may become slow, intermittent or unavailable in remote sections.
MOBILE SIGNAL
Coverage varies and should not be relied upon continuously.
ELECTRICITY
Universal 220-240V sockets are available in cabins.
POWER BANK
Useful during longer shore and expedition activities.
DINING ON THE JOURNEY
EAT WELL.
TASTE WHERE YOU TRAVEL.
Full-board dining is included according to itinerary, with Sarawakian, Malaysian, Chinese and international influences.
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Advise dietary requirements and food allergies at least 45 days before departure.
SPECIAL DIETS
Vegetarian and selected special requirements can be accommodated with advance notice, subject to ingredient availability.
MEALS
Onboard meals are prepared without pork.
WATERS & DRINKS
Fresh drinking water is available throughout the cruise. Coffee, tea and tisanes are available onboard. Selected beer is included with dinner according to applicable inclusions; additional alcoholic beverages are available for purchase. BYO alcohol is permitted subject to corkage.
TRAVELLING WITH CONFIDENCE
SAFETY ON
THE RAJANG
River expedition travel enters areas where medical facilities and infrastructure may be more limited than in major cities.
ONBOARD SAFETY
Trained crew and appropriate marine safety, fire-fighting, communication and navigation equipment.
FIRST AID
At least one first-aid-trained crew member is scheduled on each departure.
MEDICATION
Bring enough regular medication for the full journey, preferably in original packaging.
INSURANCE
Comprehensive travel insurance including medical treatment, evacuation, cancellation and interruption is strongly recommended.
FARE INFORMATION
SIMPLE FARE BASIS
TWIN SHARE
PUBLISHED JOURNEY FARE
Two guests sharing one cabin.
SINGLE OCCUPANCY
+50%
of the applicable published fare.
CHILD · 7–17
50%
of the applicable adult published fare; shares with a responsible adult.
AGE 18+ · ADULT FARE | MINIMUM GUEST AGE · 7 YEARS
BOOKING YOUR JOURNEY
FROM ENQUIRY
TO CONFIRMATION
01
ENQUIRE
Choose a journey and departure.
02
AVAILABILITY
Our team confirms cabin availability.
03
DEPOSIT
30% confirms the reservation.
04
FINAL PAYMENT
Remaining 70% due 90 days before departure.
Bookings within 90 days require full payment at confirmation. Final passenger information is required no later than 45 days before departure.
BOOKING CONDITIONS
PLAN WITH
PEACE OF MIND
CANCELLATION
Charges vary according to when written cancellation is received and are set out in the applicable Booking Terms & Conditions.
MISSED EMBARKATION
Contact Borneo River Cruise immediately. Any feasible arrangements to rejoin are at the guest’s expense.
CHANGING A GUEST
Passenger replacements may be possible subject to timing, documentation and booking conditions.
UNUSED SERVICES & INSURANCES
Unused services are generally non-refundable. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended from confirmation.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
GOOD TO KNOW
DO I NEED TO BE VERY FIT?
No. The overall pace is gentle, though selected excursions involve uneven terrain and moderate walking.
CAN I STAY ONBOARD?
Yes. Excursions are optional.
DOES THE VESSEL HAVE A LIFT?
No. The three passenger decks are connected by stairs.
ARE THERE DIFFERENT CABIN CATEGORIES?
No. All 16 guest cabins follow the same accommodation standard.
CAN THE TWIN BEDS BE PUT TOGETHER?
Yes.
IS WI-FI AVAILABLE?
Yes, where mobile connectivity permits.
LAUNDRY / MASSAGE?
Laundry may be available at extra charge. Massage may be offered on selected journeys at extra charge and subject to availability.
CAN I BRING ALCOHOL?
Yes. Corkage applies according to onboard policy.
IS WILDLIFE GUARANTEED?
No. Wildlife encounters are opportunistic.
CAN I SMOKE?
Only in designated outdoor areas.
WHAT IS THE MINIMUM AGE?
7 years.
READY FOR THE RAJANG?
COME PREPARED.
LEAVE ROOM FOR DISCOVERY.
Choose your journey, find a departure that suits you and let our team help with the details.