Location and Setting

Mari Mari Cultural Village is nestled within a remote forest area in Kionsom, approximately 30 minutes away from Kota Kinabalu city (KK, Malaysia). Escaping the hustle and bustle of the city, visitors will sense the rhythm, sounds, and calls of nature.

Enchanted by the immersive cultural experience, visitors can learn about the indigenous tribes of Sabah through guided tours, including dance performances and food tasting. Visitors also get to experience the local way of life by witnessing and learning how they make fire, cook, and hunt.

Architecture and Longhouses

The Mari Mari village retains the image of traditional longhouses blending with the lush greenery of the forest. The first longhouses were built by the Dusun people, preserving the architectural style and items such as rattan baskets, gongs, betel nut trays, and bamboo pipes. Additionally, models of longhouses from other tribes are accurately recreated.

Local Cuisine

Indulge in delicious local dishes with traditional lunch at Mari Mari and local Malaysian-style dinner. Traditional dishes here are cooked in bamboo. Visitors also get to taste sweet honey wine, a characteristic of the Borneo island tribes.

Alongside the diverse cultural experiences, visitors to Mari Mari Village also get to participate in and enjoy vibrant cultural performances from the tribes living here. The music and lively dances not only enchant the soul but also leave visitors with unforgettable impressions of this culture.

Mari Mari Cultural Village on Borneo Island is not just a tourist spot but also a window to deeper understanding of the culture of indigenous tribes. With its diversity in cultural activities, cuisine, and traditions, Mari Mari is not only an Asian wonder but also a worthwhile travel experience for anyone wanting to explore the unique culture of Southeast Asia.