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ORANGUTAN BORNEO TOUR - KALIMANTAN
- INDONESIA
Orangutans are found only in the tropical rain forest and Swamps of Borneo and
also Northern part of Sumatra. As great apes, Orangutans (people of the forest)
are among human kind’s closest living relatives in the animal kingdom. These
great red apes share approximately 97% of their genetic material with humans.
Your adventure cruise on the meandering Borneo river and your thrilling treks
into the heart of the jungle will be unique opportunity to observe Orangutans,
and watch them live , breed, and roam freely in their natural habitat, besides
these fascinating red “People of the forest” ( people = orang - hutan=forest ) ,
there will be innumerable other creatures to see and hear, there is The agile
gibbon, The long nosed Proboscis monkey, The crab eating Macaque, The satin blue
King fisher, The rare Storm stork, The pied Hornbill, and a wide variety of song
birds. You will also probably find Insects, Reptiles, and Amphibians endlessly
absorbing. In fact, you will be entering the realm of prehistoric wonders of
nature. In the last Eden of Borneo’s tropical rain forest, you will catch
glimpses of fragrant Orchids high in the canopy intricate blossoms, Lush foliage
and colorful fruits deep in luxuriant heart of this great island. THE LAST EDEN
OF BORNEO INDONESIA.
6 DAYS / 5 NIGHTS
ORANGUTAN TOUR IN THE TROPICAL RAIN FOREST OF BORNEO Kalimantan - INDONESIA
ITINERARY
Day One: Jakarta - Semarang - Pangkalan Bun.
Transfer from hotel to Jakarta airport; fly to Pangkalan Bun on the island of
Kalimantan via Semarang airport. Upon arrival, you will be met by our local
speaking English guide then directly transfer to your hotel in Pangkalan Bun.
Afternoon (if the weather is clear) we will have city tour on the river of
Pangkalan Bun by motor canoe and sightseeing for local afternoon activities.
then back to your accommodationl at Blue Kecubung Hotel for over night. (D, B)
Day Two: Pangkalan bun Hotel - Kumai - Seikonyer River - Orang utan Tour.
After breakfast transfer to the small town of Kumai where you will board your
boat, called a Kelotok, and meet your crew. Once boarded the crew will start the
trip up to Tanjung Harapan village for a short tour and a chance to buy
traditional crafts from the local Dayak people. Leave Tanjung Harapan village
for the first chance to meet Orangutan at the Tanjung Harapan rehabilitation
camp. After meeting staff from the camp and seeing Orangutan being prepared for
eventual release we set off up the Seikonyer River and into the Leakey River to
see Proboscis monkeys, Macaques, crocodiles, lizards and numerous bird species,
including the magnificent Horn Bill. The night will be spent aboard your Klotok,
sleeping on a bed set up by your crew with a mosquito net up on the top deck.
(B, L, D)
Day Three: Pondok Tanggui - Camp Leakey - Croc Lake.
After waking to the sounds of the jungle animals you will trek to see the
morning viewing area where you can see orphaned Orangutan and maybe even some
semi- wild Orangutan. After the morning feeding your Klotok sails further up the
Leakey River towards camp Leakey where you will have a chance to visit the
information centre to learn about the Orangutan as well as the other animals and
plants of the Tanjung Putting National Park. From the visitors centre you will
be led by a local Ranger and your guide on a trek through the Jungle around camp
Leakey. Here you will have a chance to see some of the diverse range of wildlife
that inhabits the area. It is possible to sometime see new dominant male 'Tom',
the King Orangutan; . After the trek you will go back to the boat for Lunch and
a rest. After lunch you will be led to a remote rainforest feeding station for
the afternoon feeding. You will leave camp Leakey in the late afternoon to Croc
Lake where we will spend the night. (B, L, D)
Day Four: Croc Lake - Pondok Tanggui - Day Trek - Camping Ground in Forest.
The Breakfast will be served while the boat slowly head up to Pondok Tanggui.
Arrived at Pondok Tanggui, we directly do jungle trekking across from Pondok
Tanggui to Pesalat re-plantation camp. The experienced Local guide will give you
the information during the treks and the 9KM jungle trek trail will be passing
through the wilderness of Borneo, you will see big old trees which is still
lining very dense. Sometimes you will see many kinds of wild animals of Borneo
including Wild Orangutan, Sun Bear, Deer, wild Boar, Hornbill, and other great
Borneo creatures. Lunch is already provided before by our cook, fresh lunch box
in the mid of Borneo jungle. Arrived at Pesalat Camping Ground in the afternoon,
take a rest and relax while the guide team is preparing Tent and Dinner. Having
a dinner under sparkling stars in the wilderness of Borneo, making the night
more romantic and natural with wild world known Borneo Jungle as a MEGA BIO
DIVERSITY. (B, L, D)
Day Five: Camping Ground in Forest - Pesalat re-plantation camp – Rimba Lodge
The morning singing by Gibbon, it will be heard clearly and making the morning
more natural and you will get the peaceful of your soul in the tropical
rainforest of Borneo which you never get this experience before. After
Breakfast, leaving the camping ground to Pesalat jetty and taking you 3 hours to
get there. The traditional wooden boat is already waiting in the jetty and
escorts you to Rimba Lodge. Check in at Rimba Lodge and Relax, take your time
and afternoon be ready to involve with unique local community in the seikonyer
village (rimba lodge to village just neighbor). We also provide for you after
the long jungle treks traditional massage & Spa, called Batimung. Last afternoon
optional activities, you may do canoeing in the river and accompanied by
experienced local children. Born to be wild...!!! Dinner and overnight at Rimba
Lodge. (B, L, D)
Day Six: Rimba Lodge - Pangkalan Bun Airport
After Breakfast, we will be leaving the park, village and especially the great
creature of centre of Borneo – Indonesia by speed boat. Arrived in kumai then
directly transfer to airport for your next flight to Jakarta. You just left and
take a few nice memory and wonderful time with us. Hoping you will be back
again. Thank you for your participation by taking our tour. (B)
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