Overview
Gula nipah, commonly known as gula apong in Sarawak, is a traditional, unrefined palm sugar made from the sap of the nipah. Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kuching. Head to a community-run nipah orchard and watch how nipah sap is tapped traditionally. Learn the origins of gula apong from the nipah tree as you wade through mangroves. Many coastal communities survive in the mangroves by collecting sugar cane from wild nipah trees and refining the sap into nira. This experience invites guests get the opportunity to tour Pak Mahli's nipah orchard and sample cakes baked using Rohana's fresh gula apong. witness the production of Gula Apong from the unprocessed sap, indulge in delectable homemade treats crafted with the sugar, and gain insights into its cultural significance, all with the convenience of hotel pick-up and drop-off from Kuching.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Witnessing the production of Gula Apong
- Transport fee and all local insights
- Tour of Pak Mahli's nipah orchard
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Kuching
- Sampling of cakes baked with fresh gula apong
What's Not Included
Not specified by supplier.
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Begin your adventure with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kuching. Head to a community-run nipah orchard and watch how nipah sap is tapped traditionally. Learn the origins of gula apong from the nipah tree as you wade through mangroves.
Stop 2
Witness the production of gula apong from the unprocessed sap, indulge in delectable homemade treats crafted with the sugar, and gain insights into its cultural significance. Learn the traditional process of making gula apong, the state's palm sugar, from wild nipah palm sap. In addition to seeing the sugar-making process in action, sample some freshly prepared gula apong snacks prepared by the local's wife during your tour to their little orchard by Pak Mahli.
Stop 3
Once the trip is finished, head back to Kuching with a momories that last for a lifetime.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels