Bandar Highlights Tour: An Insight into Brunei's Unique Water Villages and Proboscis Monkeys
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Bandar Seri Begawan

On this unique blend of traditional and contemporary exploration (mangrove, water village, and urban scenery) tour, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the tiny country. Enjoy chances to take pictures and explore many of the fascinating sites in Brunei all at once!!

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Jame’Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque - Visit Jame Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque, Brunei’s largest mosque. A fine example of modern Islamic architecture, built to celebrate the 25th year of the current sultan’s reign. (Close every Thursday & Friday)
  • Istana Nurul Iman - Photo stop at Istana Nurul Iman main enterance, the official residence of the Sultan of Brunei, the world’s largest residential palace.
  • Royal Regalia Museum - Visit Royal Regalia Museum, which houses the regalia used during the coronation, as well exhibits related to commemorate the Silver Jubliee of HM the Sultan of Brunei.
  • Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque - Visit the Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque, the iconic landmark in the capital city. The elegant mosque was offically opened on 26th Sept 1958 and a symbol of the Islamic faith in the country.

Declared by most to be the most beautiful mosque in the region.

(Close for visitors every Thursday and Friday)

  • Kampong Ayer - Venice of East - The historical Kampong Ayer is regarded as the largest Water Village settlement in the world.

The centuries-old Kampong Ayer is dubbed as “Venice of the East” by Venetian Antonio Pigafetta who sail to Brunei with Ferdinand Magellan’s flagship “Victoria” in 1521.

Visit a local house with light refreshment before heading to the mangrove.

  • Damuan Park (Taman Persiaran Damuan) - Opened in 1986, the Damuan Recreational Park covers a kilometer stretch riverfront with a jogging path and scenic views.

Within the park is the ASEAN Square, displaying the work of a sculptor from each of the original six ASEAN member countries.

  • Makam di Luba - Located at the calm and peaceful Luba Island, is the mausoleum of Sultan Husain Kamaluddin, Brunei’s 16th Sultan.

The only Sultan to have ruled twice and abdicate twice. Ruled from 1710 to 1730 and took over the throne again in 1737-1740.

What's Included
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Scenic boat ride and local home visit with refreshments
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Life jackets provided for safety
Location
Jame'Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque
Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah Highway, Kiulap
Cancellation Policy

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

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Michelle_w
Jan 18, 2024
Do not pass up this tour! - Do not pass up this tour! What a great experience and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. I got a chance to see a lot in a half day tour. The Proboscis Monkeys is why I chose this tour.
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Takeya_a
Dec 27, 2023
First time to Brunei - It was a great experience. I was able to see all famous sight seeing places and also was able to see inside the water village house at the river tour. The guide was nice and knowledgeable about Brunei.
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Brett_s
Jul 2, 2023
Excellent city tour for first time visitors - This was an excellent city tour to take, especially on the first day arrival. I felt like we comprehensively covered the river by boat, including watching the monkeys, then the palace, both the major mosques, and ended at the museum. Everything was exactly as described in the itinerary. The guide, Fendi, was a very nice young man who I enjoyed talking with all day. He’s knowledgeable about all the sites and Bruneian history in general. I would easily recommend this tour again.
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