- Address: Temburong, Brunei Darussalam.
Brunei is a territory of rich equatorial vegetation with an amazing flora and fauna. There are about 170 species of birds, 4 of which are endemic, and 200 species of mammals. Also local places are surprised by a great variety of exotic fruit trees. Local residents do everything to keep the nature untouched, so tourists will see it almost in its original form.
A bit about the river Temburong
The Temburong River flows into the eastern district of Brunei with the same name and flows into the South China Sea. Its length is 60 km. Temburong is the second longest river in Brunei, but in the eastern part of the country it is the longest. On its length the river rises to 1100 m above sea level and crosses several national parks and reserves.
All Brunei rivers play a vital role in the lives of the local population and the country as a whole. So, Temburong is an important source of drinking and economic water, for many villages the river is the only link between many settlements, it transports food, medicine, etc. The river feeds the family, tk. it is inhabited by a large number of fish.
Attractions on the River Temburong
1. Ulu Ulu National Park Resort. To admire the beauties of the Brunei nature reserve jungle, we recommend you to purchase an excursion to the national park Ulu-Temburong - a hidden place located in the heart of the jungle of Brunei.
In the park you will be met by experienced guides who will constantly monitor your safety, answer all questions and conduct briefings. The bungalow is equipped with everything necessary for recreation: hot water, air conditioning, electricity. Drinking water is also available: it is taken from the river and is 5-level cleaned. We advise you to bring your own water bottle with you. on the spot it can be purchased for a small but additional fee.
2. Excursion to the suspension bridge - for courageous and strong people! Prepare to climb to a 50-meter high by 850 steps! The most comfortable time of trekking for this excursion is 10:00 (you can meet the sunrise) or after 16:00 (see the sunset), when it is not so hot and humid.
3. Recreation center Freme Rainforest Lodge . On the way to Ulu-Temburong Park , in the village of Batang Duri, is the wonderful holiday home Freme Rainforest Lodge - an ideal place for tourists. There are 2 separate rooms for men and women, each with five bunk beds and a shared bathroom.
The main attractions of the recreation center are a small but very informative and interesting zoo where some species of mammals and birds are bred, and an adventure park where you can climb, choose a descent from a height of 12 m, climb the observation tower, etc.
The cost of the excursion with an overnight stay is about 60 Brunei dollars per person.
Council for tourists
During walks on the river to national parks, we recommend taking only necessary things, including spare clothing, comfortable shoes for trekking through the jungle, sunscreen and glasses, repellent from insects, swimming suit.