Tour de orangutanes en Borneo
Borneo es uno de los destinos más salvajes y menos explorados de Indonesia. Recibe muchos menos viajeros que las islas más populares del país, y gran parte de su territorio todavía está cubierto por una selva tropical antigua que se considera uno de los ecosistemas de bosques tropicales más antiguos de la Tierra. Esta es una rara oportunidad de experimentar una parte de Indonesia donde la naturaleza aún domina el paisaje y el turismo masivo apenas ha llegado.
La razón principal por la que los viajeros vienen aquí es la oportunidad de ver orangutanes en su hábitat natural. El Parque Nacional Tanjung Puting es uno de los áreas de conservación más conocidas del mundo para estos raros primates. También es hogar de un importante programa de rehabilitación de orangutanes, donde los animales rescatados son cuidados y, siempre que es posible, preparados para la vida de nuevo en libertad. Además de los orangutanes, los bosques de Borneo son hogar de monos narigudos, gibones, cocodrilos, muchas especies de aves y otras especies silvestres que conforman el ecosistema único de la isla.
A lo largo del viaje, explorarás la jungla a bordo de un klotok tradicional, una cómoda casa flotante que se convierte en tu base por varios días en el corazón del parque nacional. Este formato te permite experimentar la naturaleza salvaje de Borneo sin renunciar a la comodidad básica: viajas lentamente por el río, observas la jungla desde la cubierta y despiertas rodeado por los sonidos del bosque. Este tour no se trata de unas vacaciones estándar, sino de ver uno de los pocos lugares donde las personas todavía se sienten como huéspedes en la naturaleza.
Opciones del tour:
What to Expect
Upon arrival at Pangkalan Bun Airport, you will meet your guide and driver before transferring to the port town of Kumai. The journey takes approximately 20 minutes.
Upon arrival in Kumai, you will board a traditional houseboat, which will serve as your accommodation throughout the expedition. Lunch will be freshly prepared and served on board.
After lunch, your river cruise begins along the Kumai River. After approximately 15 minutes, the boat enters the Sekonyer River — the main waterway of Tanjung Puting National Park.
As you travel deeper into the national park, you will pass through dense tropical rainforest landscapes filled with nipa palms, pandanus, and the characteristic jungle vegetation of Borneo. Wildlife sightings are common from the very beginning of the journey, including numerous bird species, macaques, proboscis monkeys, and occasionally even wild orangutans.
If time allows, around 03:00 PM you will visit the first orangutan feeding station at Tanjung Harapan Camp.
At approximately 04:00 PM, the cruise continues along the riverbanks in search of proboscis monkeys in their natural habitat. These rare primates are endemic to Borneo and can only be found on this island.
In the evening, dinner will be served followed by an overnight stay on board a Deluxe or Super Deluxe houseboat.
After breakfast, the boat continues upriver toward Pondok Tanggui Camp — one of the rehabilitation centers dedicated to orangutan conservation.
At around 09:00 AM, you will visit the morning orangutan feeding session, where you will have the opportunity to observe the animals from close range and take photographs.
The journey then continues toward the famous Camp Leakey — the best-known research center in Tanjung Puting National Park and one of the highlights of the expedition.
Along the route, you will pass through the so-called Black River, an area known for its especially rich ecosystem. This part of the park is home to numerous bird species, primates, fish, and occasionally crocodiles.
Lunch will be prepared and served on board during the journey.
Upon arrival at Camp Leakey, you will take a short jungle trek and visit another orangutan feeding station.
After 04:00 PM, the boat begins its return journey downstream toward the nipa palm forests, where thousands of fireflies appear after sunset and illuminate the riverbanks.
Dinner and overnight stay on board.
After breakfast on board, the boat begins its final journey back downstream to Kumai.
Upon arrival at the port, you will transfer to Pangkalan Bun Airport according to your departure schedule.
Your journey through the jungles of Borneo comes to an end.
Important Information:
during orangutan observation, it is prohibited to touch the animals, approach them without the guide’s permission, or feed them independently, as this violates national park regulations;
all animals live in their natural habitat, therefore encounters with specific species cannot be guaranteed and always depend on nature;
Tanjung Puting National Park is a protected conservation area, so it is important to follow environmental rules and avoid leaving any waste behind during the trip;
orangutans are highly susceptible to human viruses, therefore if you feel unwell, it is important to inform the organizer in advance;
the route and schedule may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and natural factors; however, the overall experience and program content will remain unchanged.
Reseñas de viajeros
Incluido
- transfer service from airport — destination — airport
- houseboat accommodation during the river trip
- full board meals during the trip according to the program
- accommodation during the trip (double/twin share basis)
- english-speaking guide during the trip
- entrance permit
- donation for the park
No incluido
- airfare tickets and airport taxes
- tipping for the guide
- additional fees for photography, videography, and drone usage permits
- personal expenses
- alcoholic beverages
- additional expenses beyond the program (for example cancelled flights)
- insurance
comfortable shoes for trekking;
swimwear;
light clothing, a hat and sunglasses;
sunscreen and insect repellent;
backpack;
personal medications;
binoculars and a camera with a good zoom/telephoto lens;
money for personal expenses.
your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure from Indonesia
1 air-conditioned cabin (1 double bed + 1 extra bed);
open deck with additional sleeping area (1 double bed);
shared bathroom with shower and western-style toilet;
orthopedic mattresses, pillows, blankets, and towels;
basic toiletries;
individual reading lights;
mosquito nets;
cabin windows with sliding shutters for privacy;
waterproof protective blinds on the open deck for the rainy season.
length: 16 meters;
width: 3.8 meters;
boat material: iron wood;
carrying capacity: 10 tons;
engine: Dongpeng 48 diesel motor;
generator: 2 kW diesel generator;
fuel capacity: 80 liters;
available: life jackets, first aid kit, and fire extinguisher;
fresh water capacity: 2200 liters.
cancellation within 12 hours before departure — 100% cancellation fee;
cancellation within 24 hours before departure — 75% cancellation fee;
cancellation after deposit payment — 25% cancellation fee;
rescheduling is possible with confirmation no less than 30 days in advance;
refunds are made at the exchange rate set by the Bank of Indonesia on the day of payment;
we give a full refund in case the provider can't render the service;
we review the issue of a refund up to 5 calendar days from the date of customer's application;
we provide a refund within 14 calendar days from the date of customer's application.
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