Locals Invited Me To Their House In Rural Sarawak 🇲🇾

Friendly locals invites us to their house & village - Sarawak Malaysia
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We made a quick stop for coffee in a small rural town in Sarawak Malaysia, when we got invited by some locals. They wanted to show us their village and offered us a ride at the back of their pick-up truck. What sounds like an adventure quickly turned into a fun trip that showed the great Malaysian hospitality. Borneo Malaysia is special so far!
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[@KenAbroad]

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[@MrJaybon]

woo haaa is only at east malaysia mate don't ever do it in west malaysia,, i mean dinkin alcohol on public hahaha.......

[@azlirazli7500]

I have watched other youtubers' vlogs in other countries, when they being offered something like this, usually it will end up either getting scammed or people taking advantage on them. But here in Malaysia, you guys were 'kidnapped' by locals just to experience the great hospitality and friendliness of our people and amazingly they didn't even ask a penny! I somehow feel proud of my fellow malaysians.

[@birdseyeview219]

🤔"How do you think they got their skulls from?"😅🤣😅

[@azlirazli7500]

@@birdseyeview219 haha..yeah. forgot to put on note; 'if this happened to be 100 years ago, it is definitely not advisable'. 😅

[@giannishen]

The locals are so hospitable, it's really special for a group of people to live in the same building, I believe they are like a family, thanks for sharing!

[@DD2015_FreshStart]

Ken, my husband and I LOVE your videos! Whenever Jetlag Warriors can join you, we love that, too! Over the past 2 years, we have been researching and preparing for our own Southeast Asia adventures. Personally, I appreciate your choice to wear a mask.

[@KenAbroad]

Thank you 😊 regarding the mask, as long as I see most locals still wear them, I will continue to do so too out of respect ✌️

[@BreakawayBites]

Exploring the rural side where not many tourists or foreigners actually go..... Keep up the good work mate.... Cheers!

[@msfaqeelah7008]

Few more days for 100k ....🥳 Congrats Ken 🤝 ❤🇱🇰

[@KenAbroad]

Almost there 💪

[@smoothlykbutter]

Another thing: Air ketum is originally consumed as energy booster. Think of it as the natural Red Bull (the energy drink). But taken too much, can cause you to be overstimulated / high as it has opiod properties (like consuming too much painkillers)

[@aidilullie]

Nice information

[@kuangchiahark]

In short, Ketum is an equivalent of Marijuana in Malaysia in term of Legality…😂 IT is illegal 😂😂😂

[@rumus3928]

yeah3x...same level and effects as heroin in the 80' & 90'...that's ketum...it had the same effects if not taken daily as heroin...this are fact...

[@GNYGmail]

I like drink the kratom. Because we cant the sihat body. Are you drink keratom🙂

[@takeoshinji1611]

The man made joking with you Ken. How are you doesn’t mean “ado malam” in Sarawak Malay. It mean making love🤣🤣🤣.

[@aren3130]

This ia unique experience that you guys cant get anywhere.Really enjoy yr video.Good to see you visit locals here and to know our cultures.The local also happy and proud to see you guys as foreigner visiting their longhouse.Have fun and cheers.

[@KenAbroad]

Experiences like this are super memorable for me 😊

[@aren3130]

@@KenAbroad yup very true.

[@CharmainCCM]

The kids are not kidding when they said there's crocodiles in the river 🤣. Unfortunately we do have crocodiles in every rivers of Sarawak, so better to be careful.

[@AlexSDU]

Even in the middle of Kuching, in Sarawak River also have them. A lot of crocodile sightings reported right under the Satok bridge, basking under the sun.

[@scottng8171]

damn...., air ketum is kinda illegal in Malaysia. WIth certain amount of consumption can caused addiction and actually damage your organs. There would be some argument from villagers about the benefit of it...., it's just like the arguments about weed.

[@PEACE_HUNTER67]

Greetings to all...yet another awesome episode of Ken & the group travelling journey to Miri. I bet it's a total different culture of Malaysia in Asia. Full of excitement, cuisines & Mother Nature to explore. This, I believe it's a new milestone beyond your expectation meeting such warm hospitality country that welcomes those who come in peace & to learn. Ken, you've shared such a nice video especially to us who lives in the city envied all of such happiness, stress-free rural lifestyle. Stay safe & healthy always. Looking forward to your next episode.

[@KenAbroad]

Thanks a lot for your comment 😊

[@chaw294]

Ok noted with thanks, Ken. Locals' hospitality at its best...another great experience.

[@herihazril]

Air ketum !!!!! OMG !!!

[@kefarakefara9034]

Oooohaaa 😋👍drink tuak longhouse kampung Betong'. Super sedap 👍 ..bro Ken'. Happy enjoy in Sarawak ..bro Ken ' i sub your Chanel .💪👍Akim from Putrajaya Malaysia in hospital Serdang Malaysia

[@Fadlinification]

Haha you should have put the Ketum (kratom) as your title highlight. That should fetch even more views!! Ken trying ketum hahahaha thats mad. Did you know it's illegal here now.

[@oneilchung]

A little misconception about headhunting. The skulls are from the enemies that they killed in combat. It is kept to "placate" the fallen warrior. Head hunting is not done willy nilly as many are lead to believe. It is believed that the skulls are kept to "take care" of the fallen warriors so they don't seek revenge during their afterlife. Do confirm with the locals on the actual history of the practice. It makes a very interesting conversation.

[@ChrisKinster]

LOL! He gave you Ketum!!! It is a banned substance in Malaysia, Thailand and a dozen other countries. But a very common recreational drink in small kampungs where the cops don't look. Dealers can be jailed up to 4 years and fined RM10000 if caught. It would be wise not to post it online for everyone to see the next time you drink it...

[@bungaialoevera]

Man... you guys sure collect tuak along the way. 😂👍🏽 Note about Betong: It's named after the Betong bamboo. Betong Division used to be in Sri Aman Division (currently back to its old name - Simanggang). The Division where an Iban leader fought against Brooke. If I remember correctly, his fort is being rebuilt/maintained. Driving through Betong Division, you might not see much but the Ibans of this Division happens to be among the first Ibans to pursue education when Brooke took over that region and curbed headhunting. Sarawak's first chief minister was from Betong. But... as my mother said, the many educated Ibans from Betong spread out everywhere helping to build other places and forgot their own hometown. 😆 Betong Division has many longhouses rebuilt in early 1900 mainly from ironwood as the Ibans became more settled. The traditional longhouse's gallery has three section (3:11) like that one you visited. 2:26 The guys who brought you there had to ask for permission for you to come up because they're not from that longhouse. Longhouses usually have a duty roster where one person would be on duty in cases such as this. Permission is required because longhouses don't usually allow guests to come in during certain times such as a mourning period. At the end of his duty, he would have to update the chief of the day. If you watch Steve and Ivana's trip to Nanga Ukom's longhouse, every longhouse has an organisation chart. 2:50 Yes, you're correct. Real people live there. it's not very busy because many of the family members are away in other towns/cities working. 4:09 The ladies were impressed Steve knows the word 'nyamai'. 😂 In Sarawak, it's the language people know throughout even if only a few words. 4:15 In Iban that would be 'nadai ngawa' '. 6:05 Not since 1841, Steve. 😄 I would use the word "curbed" instead of actual outlawed because Brooke actually use the Ibans in his "punitive expedition" against other tribes. Headhunting eventually died out when there were no more need for such "expedition". But Tom Harrison brought it back as a way to fight against Japanese Occupation. 6:59 He is kidding with you. "Ado mbalam" (Betong Malay dialect) is not a nice phrase. Don't use it to greet others. Better use the standard Malay you have already learned. 13:05 The kids weren't kidding about the crocs. 😅

[@aidilullie]

Hahahah thank bro i just want joking and did not expect one of content ken youtube hahahahhaah sori ken hhahha

[@bungaialoevera]

@@aidilullie, sik keluar rah sorang nun tek koh. 😆 Bait ado juak Ken diajar benda gia. Mun nok sorang iya boleh juak. 😂

[@AlexSDU]

@@bungaialoevera 🤣🤣🤣

[@lynia6587]

Hi Ken and everyone 👋 wow the experience to the local village was priceless , how nice and hospitable of them 👍🏻 ‘air ketum ‘ is from a plant, they boiled the leaves (not sure how or maybe few ingredients added) normally villagers that work at paddy field or farmers would drink it for energy , fatigueness or body aching but not to be taken too much , you might get dizzy or drunk I supposed...I’m not an expert 😅😂 and people tend to misuse just to get high , can be addictive too 😅 well there’s always pro and con 👍🏻 some take it for medical purpose and has been used ever since..

[@sharonleong7120]

It will be another interesting video. I will definitely be watching it. Thank you Ken.👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@saini88]

Ketum water is contain psychological chemical and it listed in poison act in Malaysia. But it healthy and give you energy....normally substitute for pain killer or good for cancer patients that regularly use morfin. Similar to Marijuana for medical purpose.

[@zarrinelenjoseph]

Ketum is illegal in Malaysia 😅he was brave to introduce ketum to you guys. Hopefully there is no authority watching this video 🙏🏻

[@selvamanysoloman7047]

😄😄😄..yeah exactly.

[@BigDentVlogChannel]

Cakoi bg aji..ado mbalam diaja nyo ngn balo tuk..terbaik bro..untung dapat jumpa cdak..aku dah lama ekot youtube cdak tuk bro..

[@andorraeltarter2035]

This Video Ken show that we are still have real world in Malaysia at least .... Stay safe and positive !

[@veegee84]

That"s a malay guy bringing you to an iban long house.... Lowkey that is sarawak specialty

[@DodoExplorers]

Ooohaaa 🙌

[@chaw294]

Interesting visit to the long house with lots of tuak drinking and plenty of ooooooooha. The locals there are very friendly indeed. Haha...those are real skulls...💀💀💀 Another wonderful visit to a kampung full of village vibes. Wow, the yellow coconut is huge. Cute and friendly boys and they must be very excited to see "Mat Salleh" visiting their kampung. A great experience indeed and again, it's fun to tag along virtually. Thank you very much, Ken. Have a glorious weekend.

[@KenAbroad]

Have a great weekend too 😊

[@DarBaby89]

Nah no worries those weren’t the previous tourists Ken. Those are just the guys from the tax dept

[@akumademon8943]

it's funny and feel true cause back at those days they fought the tax collector 😂😂😂😂

[@rickybatot9744]

OMG, You all are part of locals already. No problem Ken locals are friendly. You are all very respectful. Yes, a very rare experience. Aram nyirup!

[@longhouseliving2996]

All the Dayak tribe in Borneo were headhunter in the olden days and headhunting is when another dayak tribes attack another tribe to invaded the area for land and power and they captured some as slaves and after killing the victim they will hang the head at the verandah as trophy but they don't hunt the head of tourists..when Sir James Brooke became the raja of sarawak in the 18th century he put a stop to headhunting and he divided and made boundaries to all the lands between the tribes and told them to make peace with each other.. Christianity was brought in and all the skull was Baptist by the priest and was given a Christian burial but some are still pagan kept the skull to this day as a respect to their ancestors

[@RainBaha]

5:55 "maybe the previous tourists?" good one, Ken 😂😂😂

[@amz8172]

Although it's a joke...maybe it will hurt the people feeling....

[@headlesschicken111]

​@@amz8172 typical mats

[@averagemiles6202]

that yellow van in the beginning and end of your video is such a legend - our Malaysian very 1st MPV

[@newmazz]

Road to 100K! Congrats

[@KenAbroad]

Almost there 💪

[@fitmustaza2107]

Jetlag warrior is intelligent and funny. Subbing them.

[@hamimahatan3325]

Wow Ken, you guys are lucky to meet such a v nice new found friend .. The kampong is clean n quiet.. Nice!!

[@kushal809]

Love your videos ❤️❤️

[@cheejunkiaw4005]

You all really good luck -meeting the kind local people to bring you to visit the tranditional Long House. Nice video.😊

[@CharmainCCM]

No worries though, even long ago before civilization the local tribe warriors only hangs their worse enemies skulls up on the roof as symbol of higher social status. Otherwise even until today the locals always welcome and friendly to anyone paying them a peaceful visit. So you guys should be fine 😆

[@shahmi5727]

Ken: Maybe these skulls are previous tourists? Guy: yes yes Me: Can I steal your money? Guy: yes yes Me: *proceed to take all his money* Also me: *end up being one of those skulls*

[@CmdrLuke]

11:16 Mitragynine which is the main active ingredient in ketum drink is a psychotropic substance and is controlled under the law in Malaysia. Mitragynine is listed in the Third Schedule of the Poisons (Psychotropic Substances) Regulations, Poisons Act 1952. According to Section 30 of the Poisons Act 1952, it is an offense to import, export, manufacture, sale, and possess such psychotropic substances. If found guilty, a fine may be imposed under Section 30(5) of the Poisons Act 1952, which is a fine not exceeding RM 10,000 or 4 years imprisonment or both.

[@brandonlim5468]

The best way to experience a country is through the locals and you guys are doing just that.

[@GavinYapHanYong]

ketum is a hallucinogenic herb

[@BenLucas89]

My man whacking the Ketum nonchalantly 🤣🤣🤣

[@handyman3555]

Welcome to Sarawakian kampung life. Glad seeing you enjoying yourself in this video Ken. Have a safe journey. Keep it up!

[@zailinzainol6226]

Love this. A fun happy Vlogg of how hospitable & friendly kampung village people are.. Warms the heart ya..

[@adiwikajaya]

Ketum water mixed with cola mixed couge medicine😁😁😁 very good💪

[@jeffreysetapak]

They also asked you do you want to marry their daughter or not. Hee hee hee hee hee😁😁😁😁

[@tillkoschig1963]

Nice trip again, I would have loved to try that rice whisky. Looking forward to your next episode, greetings from phuket/Thailand, Till

[@celupbong7835]

There are crocodiles everywhere in Sarawak..they are definitely not endangered 😅 I have even seen a baby croc sunbathing on the porch of someone's home here in Kuching city!

[@georgepetrin1334]

Love the kids; loving the videos from East Malaysia--looks like my cup of tea.

[@sharlini]

Just a note lest you offend a local out of ignorance: "Pointing, especially with one's right hand, is considered to be poor manners. If you need to point to someone or something, use your right thumb with your four fingers folded underneath."

[@UncleBin1269]

Malaysians Hospitality or in this case Sarawakians Hospitality at a level of its own .... Welcome to my hometown, Betong ....

[@jimmy7142]

Hrmmmmmm....technically...air ketum is illegal in malaysia bro...😬 To plant the tree or to drink the water,it is illegal...

[@engr100viki5]

my best bro ken looking handsome thank you for your huge respect against cpec friendship countries lot of love from your cousin viki 💙

[@Yasin_Affandi]

Thanks for sharing this wonderful video. D kids really liked u guys, d mat sallehs visited their kampung.

[@Yasin_Affandi]

It would be nice if u could a post an Eid greetings on your channel community, d Muslim is celebrating Aidiladha tomorrow.

[@justsomeguywithoutamustach8939]

air ketum🤣🤣🤣..Its actually a medicine but if you drink to much you can get addicted..Here in malaysia its actually illegal and can be jailed if you drink/sell it🤭

[@justsomeguywithoutamustach8939]

i dont want to sugarcoat it..Its drug actually🤣🤣

[@bakarmohanasun7482]

😂🍾🍾🍾🍾 air mabuk...air ketum cicau sedap sado

[@RainBaha]

12:20 you'll not get drunk coz no alcohol in it but you'll get high 🤣🥴

[@kushal809]

Awesome video 🔥

[@shirleyangie8974]

Love your videos l enjoy watching it 😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍

[@gidekkkbingbangjeremannn4809]

Pertama kali sya tgk org sarawak ada minum ketum.. Trbeliak mata sya..😬😬😳😳

[@syigloo]

Learn some Sarawak Malay language, Ken. 😉 Aok = yes (ya) Sik = no (tidak) Maok = want (mahu) Nyaman = delicious (sedap)

[@flux82able]

Wow.. at Betong already. Nice 👍 your videos are really good! Thanks for the good funny content.

[@mohamadzahidzainulabidin6862]

Mr Ken,,,,,Kratom,,,,, medicinal plants,,,, popular organic remedies in Germany,,have many many benefits,,,,but must use it right fully,, very recommend for diabetics person to consume it under Hemoptysis supervision.. Cultivate widely in my home state Kedah,, Stay safe and stay happy 🇲🇾😁

[@jonmath4182]

Lol at first I thought you guys were gonna give all those tuak to the villagers in aidil's kampung. I was like, whaaaat??? Don't these guys know aidil is a malay name, hence he comes from a malay village and you guys are gonna gift the malay villagers with bottles of tuak??? Bad move, dudes. Then it turned out aidil took you to a longhouse instead haha 👌

[@birdseyeview219]

"Previous tourist?" " I hope he didn't understand me,he said "Yes!"🤣😅🤣

[@kuamir573]

I'm not Borneo Malay but "adu Malam" does not sound like a greeting 😂😂😂 adu = fight and Malam = night, so night fighting, I think they just joking with you when they say that 😂😂😂

[@norsyahrilkamarudin144]

Hi Ken, please visit Sultan Ibrahim Stadium n explore about JDT. Please come to the stadium for a jdt match at SSI n u’ll be amaze

[@jie_adventure]

Air ketum is a kind of drug and is prohibited in Malaysia. You just took drug. Haha.

[@marcstuart3911]

That friendly local casually drugged you, so naive bro, amazing you still alive.

[@judyoh9008]

Very interesting visit to the long house, with lots of tuak drinking and you also get to see real human skulls above the ceiling. The children must be very excited to see Mat Salleh youtubers visiting their village, sure you will be getting some new subscribers among them.

[@eddieyeoh4098]

Ken has a very big smile after drinking Ketum!! Lol! The traditional longhouse is mainly wooden! This is a modern version but structured the same!! Glad you all enjoyed your surprise experience from the friendly locals!!! Next time see if you can try blowpipes and do a jungle tour!

[@azmanahmad2820]

your adventure is so authentic...its like a Transtel documentary Ken

[@roindon2676]

Very good experience for you ken and near 100k subscribers 👍👍👍

[@ExploreMasSabran]

First!!!

[@stanian2]

Glad you went to experience a real longhouse. Totally different to the tourist ones.

[@KC-sf9mk]

Hi Ken, in Msia, it is not advisable and considered rude to use one's index finger to point at another person. Pls avoid. :)

[@KC-sf9mk]

Use your thumb instead

[@fedi1811]

Locals hospitality is the best.

[@hrmnse7899]

That guy teach them 'ado mbalam'..…..haha

[@Mr.Healing]

sir you forget the Sape sound of your video

[@haiqalhakim8536]

What a fun trip Ken!

[@syaifulsyaiful9497]

Sir...can you come to sibu sarawak this week because have event BORNEO CULTURAL FESTIVAL 08/07-23/07/2022...

[@pseleonard6368]

Nice ..Betong is my Hometown

[@ariffdaniel712]

Cam ubat batuk mat 🤣

[@sipbimo]

this is amazing. when things are unplanned, a lot of surprises would rise. this is a pleasing one. keep exploring guys.

[@bakafrayaborja896]

I doubt that we cld do and experience tht in Germany, Canada or Romania. Perhaps we cld experience the same in indonesia. Ivana can confirm wth u Ken

[@buggyno1727]

Ketum is the best refreshing water👍

[@sonofassylum1700]

Ado malam = got night aka you make love last night? 🤣🤣 Just be carefull with that phrase. That guy just joking around.

[@ultraZerO1980]

Oh YeaHh !! KETUM !! 😄😄

[@SamsungSamsung-hw2vd]

Ketum? My goodness.i thought its illegal in Malaysis.though iys made from leaves of ki d of tree or herbs whatever.i think its sort of same as ghat leave thats found in somalua..kibd of drug...be carefull.plse Malaysua drug law is quite tough..n.merciless...

[@najairashid3976]

Great journey Ken and the gang👏👏👍👍

[@darksideluseefar5803]

You can drink tumpung or tuak 😆

[@Gila_kuasa3]

'nyamai'. Nemu jaku iban😂😂.. ooohhaaaa

[@Alifahusna_97]

The sky is sooo mesmerizing!

[@usingeooo]

Ketum? 😁

[@adyiman4096]

Serawak iban bagus mejoriti iban non muslim.orang iban banyak spotinkk😊

[@uss888999]

@5:55 Yes, the skull belonged to a lost German Tourist 100 years ago. At last, Found, LOL 😂

[@aya976]

Ketum is plant...dont take ketum over the limit....plant & processing ketum is illegal in some areas due to its affect....

[@azfarajis2764]

My kampungg kenn❤️✨✨

[@rickybatot9744]

Not previous tourist head.......during the Raja time called ngayau.

[@bakafrayaborja896]

Just curious... did the 2 guys charge you anything? They acted as your un planned tour guide.