We think good things should come in twos.
Here at Native, our new hike and lunch at Serendah bundle do just that – it combines two of our popular Serendah tours into one, allowing you to have the full Native experience with our local guides.
Start off your day with an early hike through the forests of Bukit Beruang with local hike guides. As gazetted Orang Asli land, these trails are not openly available to the general public but, we have partnered with the Orang Asli land owners in bringing this one-of-a-kind hike to our guests. Throughout your hike, our guides will walk you through the history of their land, and share knowledge on the techniques that they use to maintain and live off the forest. You can expect to sample raw forest greens, spot 5 foot deep, colonial-times Siamese holes, learn how to weave with leaves, and bask in the culturally-rich tales that our hosts will regale you with.
After your hike, proceed on to enjoy a multi-course Orang Asli lunch prepared by local cooking experts. Menus are carefully curated by our team of cooks to tell their story, which they will walk you through as they share the origins and preparation of each dish with you. Discover just how the food culture of the Orang Asli is interconnected with other Malaysian cuisines, and leave Serendah will a newfound appreciation of Orang Asli food.
Every element of Orang Asli culture is living and can be fully experienced through two essential aspects that form their identity: nature and food. Be still, lean in, join us and experience it just as it was meant to be.
Hiking Tips:
- The hike is beginner-friendly, covering approximately 4.5 km over 2.5 hours with an elevation of about 134 m. While there are few inclines, there will be plenty of rest stops to ensure a comfortable experience. We've welcomed hikers of all fitness levels before!
- As the trail is in natural, open spaces, mosquitoes may be present - we highly recommend bringing insect repellent for a pleasant hike.
- Wear flexible sports attire - long or short pants are fine, though dry-fit long sleeves and pants offer better protection from insects.
- Bring plenty of water (minimum 1.5L per person) as there are no supplies available along the trail.
- Carry a small daypack to keep your essentials with you during the hike.
Experience Etiquette:
- Stay on the trail - Refrain from stepping away from the intended trail and follow your hosts' instructions at all times. Taking another route, swithbacks, and shortcutting would destroy vegetation and affect the timeliness of the experience. Protect the quality of your experience and stay on the designated trail.
- Leave No Trace - Leave rocks, plants, and artifacts where you found them for others to enjoy. Refrain from plucking plants in the forest, and also around the bamboo homestay. Dispose of waste responsibly.
- Be respectful of others - The Orang Asli culture is beautifully intricate, and our hosts would be happy to share their knowledge. We welcome respectful curiosity and strive to create a safe environment for both our hosts and guests. Be considerate and courteous when conversing with one another.
Group Size: 3 - 15 guests. Minimum 4 pax to host a private group.
To have the best experience, the tour will be conducted in Malay. However, we can provide English & Mandarin translators upon request (extra charges will be incurred).