Where to stay in Temburong — pick the right hotel, book in 3 clicks
Temburong is Brunei's wildest, greenest corner — an exclave cut off from the rest of the country by Malaysia's Sarawak, which is exactly why it stayed so untouched. Its heart is Ulu Temburong National Park, Brunei's first national park, roughly 50,000 hectares of pristine rainforest reached only by traditional longboat up the Temburong River. The payoff is a canopy walkway some 50 metres above the forest floor, looking out over an unbroken sea of treetops. Since 2020 the Sultan Haji Omar Ali Saifuddien (Temburong) Bridge — around 30 km long and the longest in Southeast Asia — has linked the capital straight to Temburong in about 30 minutes, replacing the old speedboat crossing across Brunei Bay. It's the place to come when you want real rainforest, not a city.
Why stay in Temburong
Genuinely untouched primary rainforest
Ulu Temburong has been Brunei's national park since 1991 — roughly 50,000 hectares of old-growth jungle that has barely been logged, home to hornbills, gibbons, proboscis monkeys and thousands of plant species. Forest this intact is rare anywhere in Asia now.
The journey in is half the adventure
You reach the park by traditional wooden longboat, threading up the shallow, clear Temburong River through rapids and dense forest. At low water the boatmen push off the rocks by hand — it's an experience you'll remember before you even arrive.
Far easier to reach since the bridge
Since the Temburong Bridge opened in 2020, the drive from Bandar Seri Begawan takes about 30 minutes instead of an hour-plus by speedboat across the bay. That makes Temburong an easy day trip — or an overnight if you want to slow down.
Eco-travel done properly
Most stays here are eco-lodges and Iban cultural villages — solar-powered, tucked into the forest. You fall asleep to cicadas and rushing water, then wake up to trek out to a waterfall and swim in a cold, clear jungle pool.
Pick an area first — where to stay in Temburong
Location is the single most important thing about a hotel — choose the right area first, then pick the hotel
BangarThe district capital — the town hotel, eateries, a market, and the natural base before heading into the forest. The easiest, most connected option for first-timers.
Coming soonBatang DuriThe launch point for longboats into the park — home to an Iban longhouse, eco-lodges and the small Taman Batang Duri zoo, about 17 km from Bangar.
Coming soonTemburong RiversideEco-villages and forest lodges along the river, for travellers who want to sleep deep in nature and wake to jungle and running water.
Coming soonNear Temburong BridgeThe newer side that grew after the bridge opened, with modern villa resorts a few minutes' drive from the bridge and capital — ideal if you've hired a car.
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Local dishes to try in Temburong
- 1🥢
Ambuyat
Brunei's national dish: sago starch stirred with hot water into a glossy, glue-like paste, twirled onto bamboo sticks (candas) and dipped in tangy, spicy sauces. A must-try at least once.
📍 National dish - 2🍗
Nasi Katok
Plain rice, fried chicken and sambal wrapped in paper for a few cents — the cheap, comforting street food Bruneians eat daily. Simple but addictive, found everywhere.
📍 Everyday classic - 3🍢
Satay
Skewers of chicken or beef grilled over charcoal and dipped in peanut sauce — a smoky favourite at markets and roadside stalls.
📍 Grilled - 4🍃
Kelupis
Glutinous rice steamed in coconut milk and wrapped in nyirik palm leaf for a distinctive aroma, sometimes with a savoury meat filling — a morning-market staple.
📍 Local snack - 5🥞
Murtabak & Roti John
Stuffed fried pancake with meat and egg, and a grilled meat-and-egg sandwich — Muslim-Indian influences you'll find at eateries and night markets. Filling and cheap.
📍 Street food - 6🍡
Kuih
Colourful Malay sweets made from coconut, palm sugar and rice flour — dozens of varieties at every market, all for pocket change. Try a few.
📍 Sweets
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Ulu Temburong National Park
Brunei's first national park — around 50,000 hectares of pristine rainforest reachable only on a guided tour. You ride in by longboat, trek the forest, climb the canopy walkway and cool off at waterfalls.
📍 Rainforest - 2🪜
Canopy Walkway
A steel tower some 50 metres above the forest floor. Climb the staircase to stand above the treetops with views over an endless canopy and the Temburong River — this is what everyone comes for.
📍 Highlight - 3🚣
Temburong River Longboat
A traditional longboat ride up the shallow, crystal-clear river, weaving through rapids and dense forest on both banks. As much fun as the destination itself.
📍 Adventure - 4🏘️
Batang Duri Iban Longhouse
An Iban community still living in a traditional longhouse, offering a window into Borneo indigenous life, handicrafts and warm local hospitality.
📍 Culture - 5🌿
Peradayan Forest Reserve
About 20 minutes from Bangar, with a trail up Bukit Patoi (310 m) that passes caves along the way — a good trek for those who'd rather hike than take a boat.
📍 Hiking - 6🐊
Taman Batang Duri Mini Zoo
A small riverside zoo with monkeys, otters, sun bears, civets, mongooses, birds and crocodiles, plus boardwalks and a playground — an easy stop with kids.
📍 Family - 7💦
Rainforest Waterfalls
Short jungle treks from the park lead to waterfalls and cool, clear pools you can swim in — some with little fish that nibble your feet, courtesy of nature.
📍 Swimming - 8🌉
Temburong Bridge (SHOAS Bridge)
Around 30 km long and the longest bridge in Southeast Asia, spanning Brunei Bay to link the capital with Temburong. The drive across has gorgeous views — a national landmark.
📍 Landmark
Things to do in Temburong
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3 Temburong hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.0Upper-midUlu Ulu National Park Resort
Only resort inside the national park
★ 8.4Value
★ 8.3ValueTrandie Marina Resorts @ Binturong Lodge
Temburong's longest-running eco-lodge
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🚆 Getting around Temburong
Drive across the Temburong Bridge
Since the bridge opened in 2020, the drive from Bandar Seri Begawan to Temburong takes about 30 minutes — now the easiest way in. The old passenger speedboat service across the bay has stopped.
Go with a guided tour (the main way)
Ulu Temburong National Park is accessible only on a guided tour. Most pick you up from your capital hotel early, and bundle the minivan, longboat, lunch and park fees into one package.
Hire a car and self-drive
Rent a car at Bandar Seri Begawan airport (Avis, Hertz, Thrifty and others) and drive across the bridge yourself. Temburong's roads are quiet and easy — handy for exploring Batang Duri and Peradayan on your own.
Carry enough cash
The Brunei dollar (BND) is pegged 1:1 to the Singapore dollar (SGD), and SGD is widely accepted. ATMs and card payment are limited in Temburong, so withdraw enough cash in the capital before you go.
Start from Brunei Airport (BWN)
Fly into Brunei International Airport (BWN) in Bandar Seri Begawan, then continue by car or tour into Temburong. There is no airport within Temburong itself.
Where to go next near Temburong
Bandar Seri BegawanWhere to stay, what to see and what to eat in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei — golden mosques, the Sultan's palace, the world's largest water village, and local food worth the trip.
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Kampong AyerThe world's largest water village: stilted wooden homes on the Brunei River, explored by water taxi in the heart of Bandar Seri Begawan.
See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Temburong
Can I visit Ulu Temburong on my own, or do I need a tour?+
You need a guided tour — access requires a longboat trip into the forest and the park has its own rules. Most tours pick you up from your hotel in Bandar Seri Begawan early in the morning and include the boat, transport, lunch and park fees in one package.
Should I stay in Temburong or do a day trip from the capital?+
Since the Temburong Bridge opened, many people do it as an easy day trip from Bandar Seri Begawan — it's only about a 30-minute drive. But if you want to really soak up the rainforest, hear it at night and wake up in nature, spend a night at an eco-lodge or Iban village.
How high is the canopy walkway, and is it hard?+
The steel tower stands about 50 metres above the forest floor, reached after a forest trek and a fair climb up the staircase. Wear trainers or hiking shoes and bring water and insect repellent — but the view over the whole canopy is well worth the effort.
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