This rough wood-and-rattan Benauq Dayak longhouse is sparsely occupied during the day, but welcomes visitors – especially those interested in purchasing woven handicrafts, bracelets or an ornately carved mandau (machete). You may be able to negotiate a homestay, but be prepared with your own bedding. It's 30km southwest of Melak.
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There are 57 species of orchids in this isolated preserve about 16km southwest of Melak, though most flower in December and January. The final few…
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This small museum dedicated to Dayak culture is 17km west of Melak harbour on the road to Eheng longhouse.
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This small museum dedicated to Dayak culture is 17km west of Melak harbour on the road to Eheng longhouse.