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AA404 Make a Bracelet

Natural vine bracelet weaving, harvest wild jungle vines and learn to weave your own natural bracelet using traditional techniques.

AA405 River Kayaking 

Enjoy a couple of hours paddling from the reservoir where the river opens into the larger lake, surrounded by jungle. We have only two kayaks so small groups can take turns. Not recommended for large groups.

AA406 River Fishing

Spend a couple of hours fishing along the river, relaxing and enjoying the surrounding jungle.

Nestled next to Bungo Range, the riverside homestead offers an immersive rainforest experience, accessible only by boat.

Your journey will likely begin with about a 1 hour drive from Kuching town or airport, to Bengoh Dam. From there you will be picked up by private boat and transported through the rainforest.

Lottie and Lelem live and work in the Bidayuh heartland where forest, river and community meet. Together with the community, they welcome guests and hold bamboo craft workshops that carry forward Bidayuh building knowledge along with farming, foraging and cooking traditions.

Every visit is a community event, meals are prepared together, villagers guide guests through the forest and waterfalls and share skills that connect visitors to the land.

Guided by the belief that simplicity and connection can lead to true sustainability, each visit supports the community and invites guests to slow down, create and connect.

Come join us. Stay. Learn. Create.

Bidayuh Community Connection

You’re welcomed and guided by the Bidayuh people themselves. The journey is shared with the community, and your stay directly supports local families.

Rainforest Immersion

Travel by boat, cross suspended bridges, bathe in rivers and sleep deep in the rainforest surrounded by forest sounds. Stay in comfortable, bug proof guest rooms and be warmly welcomed by Lottie and Lelem, the British–Bidayuh couple who host the homestead.

Living Culture

Experience how the Bidayuh community truly lives, cooks and farms. It’s a genuine exchange of knowledge and friendship where you become part of the community.

Regenerative Purpose

Plant a tree to help protect the riverbanks and restore the landscape that sustains the village, supporting the future of the forest and river.

Built from the Heart

Created together with the community, the homestead is a forward thinking example of what happens when design, tradition and care come together.

There’s really nothing like it, modern yet rooted, remote yet homey and welcoming. A true rainforest experience with the Bidayuh people, blending culture, collaboration and innovation to protect and share their way of life.

Rating, 5 stars

"Between jungle treks, night walk and quiet moments of contemplation on the terrace, I rediscovered a slower, more authentic rhythm of life, after a year of stress. This is not just a place to stay – it is a place to listen, to breathe, and to truly feel. A rare gem for anyone seeking a deep connection with nature and with themselves.

Thank you again for the lovely stay!!"

Rating, 5 stars

"Lovely place very remote in the jungle. Charlotte (Lottie) and Jerome (Lelem) were super kind and helpful. We had their homemade food and it was truly amazing. Will recommend for anybody looking for a peaceful, authentic stay in beautiful surroundings. Their cats are lovely!"

Rating, 5 stars

"Food for my soul. Very grateful to have spent 2 days in this beautiful place. You are embraced by traditional living with added luxury. The pace of life slows, you taste wonderful

Local food most of it from the gardens, you sleep to the sound of cicadas and tropical rain, you swim in the river and walk the jungle trails, you rest and talk. 

Monday contributes to the local community. Thank you Lottie and family for such wonderful hospitality. 

This is for those who don’t need entertainment but seek authenticity, the opportunity to soak in the jungle and learn more about traditional life.

I feel refreshed and blessed."

Rating, 5 stars

"My experience at Ngapuh Lodge was amazing. If you're looking for a unique, immersive experience away from the usual tourist offerings in Borneo, I encourage you to pay this lodge a visit.

The lodge is at an idyllic, quiet setting by a river and trees deep in the forest. Getting there was a meditative experience, I had to hike through a lush forest and across a river to get there. The lodge is built entirely by the Bidayuh village nearby, it is also furnished beautifully and I was very comfortable during my stay. If possible, you should stay during the weekdays as that's when the villagers work on the Farmhouse they're building behind the lodge!

There are many activities you can choose to do here, and I was well taken care of by my hosts Jerome (Lelem) & Charlotte (Lottie), as well as my Bidayuh guide, Mus. I learnt a lot about Bidayuh culture, living in harmony with the forest, and hiked to a nearby waterfall. 

I would highly recommend anyone to visit, or even contribute to the building of their space!"

Some very popular attractions are on the way here. On our regional map, you’ll find places like the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre, where you can see orangutans, the Annah Rais Longhouse Bidayuh Homestay and nearby hot springs.

You can book a Grab or local taxi by the hour to visit these spots on your return. Our favorite attractions and restaurants are also shown on our local map: