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Mari Mari Cultural Village: Borneo's Living Tribal Heritage

Step inside the living longhouses of five indigenous Sabahan tribes — Kadazan-Dusun, Bajau, Murut, Lundayeh, and Rungus — for an immersive afternoon of fire-making, traditional tattooing, blowpipe demonstrations, and rice wine ceremonies.

What to expect

A dedicated guide leads your group through five authentically reconstructed longhouses, each representing a distinct Sabahan ethnic tradition. Watch a warrior demonstrate the blowpipe with startling accuracy, observe the ancient art of fire-making by friction, and participate in a rice wine (tapai) ceremony. The experience culminates in a beautifully presented traditional Sabahan feast served inside the longhouse. The village sits in a lush jungle valley just 25 minutes from the cruise terminal.

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Mari Mari Cultural Village (official)
From RM 130 per adult (standard guided experience); private group bookings available from RM 500
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Good to know

Private afternoon sessions can be scheduled to align with your all-aboard time — confirm when booking. Comfortable walking shoes recommended as the village is set on uneven jungle terrain. Photography is warmly welcomed throughout. Book direct via the official website for priority private session slots.

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