Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan

Intrepid Travel · 12 days
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan
12 Days
From AUD $4405
Trip Type
Small Group
Activity Level
Average

Rating


(12 reviews)

Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan

Indonesia Expedition: Orangutans of Kalimantan

Intrepid Travel · 12 days
Duration

12 days

Tour Type

Small Group

Accommodations

Moderate

Physical Rating

Average

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Go in search of the gentle giants of the Borneo jungles – the elusive orangutan – on a 12-day wildlife expedition.

Highlights

  • Travel aboard a traditional klotok boat, traversing the winding rivers in Tanjung Puting National Park in search of local and endemic wildlife, including the elusive orangutan.
  • Learn about the organisation working to rescue, rehabilitate and release these critically endangered animals at the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF).
  • Appreciate a truly local experience in Tumbang Malahoi village with a stay in a longhouse. Receive a welcoming blessing ceremony and enjoy a night of eating and dancing with local families.
  • Head out on a canoe safari in Sebangau National Park, searching for orangutans, proboscis monkeys, macaques, monitor lizards, hornbills, kingfishers, and – if you’re lucky – clouded leopards!
  • Discover Indonesia’s central metropolis in Jakarta and the up-and-coming city of Palangka Raya, with plenty of free time in both to explore at your own pace.

Trip Details

Duration

12 days

Transportation

Plane,Taxi,Klotok boat,Canoe,Private vehicle

Tour Type

Small Group

Guide Language

English

Starts

Jakarta, Indonesia

Finishes

Jakarta, Indonesia

Accommodations

Moderate

Travel Style

Physical Rating

Average

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Jakarta
Selamat datang! Welcome to Jakarta, Indonesia. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm today. If you happen to arrive early, check out some of Jakarta's interesting museums such as the Wayang Museum (full of traditional puppets), Balai Seni Rupa Museum (fine arts and ceramics) or the National Museum. If you don’t have a lot of time today, do not fear! You’ll have time at the end of your expedition to explore the city some more. After your important meeting, why not gather a few of your travel pals for a local meal – your group leader will know of some great spots to go.

Optional Activities:

  • Jakarta - Wayang (Puppetry) Museum (50000 IDR)
  • Jakarta - Museum Seni Rupa Dan Keramik (Fine Arts & Ceramics) (50000 IDR)

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Jakarta – Tanjung Puting NP
Time to begin your Kalimantan adventure! In the morning, transfer to the airport for a flight bound for Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. Once arrived, take a taxi to the port where you'll board a traditional klotok river boat. These boats are named after the sound the engines make: ‘klo-tok’. On your way to the eco-lodge – your accommodation in the national park – keep an eye out for the elusive proboscis monkeys, endemic to the island of Borneo. On arrival, check into your accommodation right in the heart of the jungle and enjoy a welcome lunch. Later visit the Tanjung Harapan feeding station at the park headquarters, where large alpha male can often be spotted. Dinner is included at the ecolodge, where your leader will fill you in on the program for the next few days.

Included Activities:

  • Tanjung Puting NP - Tanjung Harapan orangutan feeding station
  • Tanjung Puting NP - Klotok boat cruise

Accommodation:

  • Ecolodge (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Tanjung Puting NP
Head off for an early morning aboard your klotok and cruise upriver in search of the local wildlife. Your first stop is the renowned Camp Leakey – possibly the most famous place for orangutan research in the world. At Leakey, visit the education centre to learn a little bit more about the region, and keep an eye out for agile gibbons and wild pigs. You’ll visit the feeding centre for an up close look at the orangutans – a truly special experience. Afterwards, cruise down the river in search of proboscis monkeys and wild orangutans socialising along the riverbank, then return to your ecolodge accommodation for dinner.

Included Activities:

  • Tanjung Puting NP - Camp Leakey
  • Tanjung Puting NP - Orangutan Feeding Platform 2
  • Tanjung Puting NP - Klotok boat cruise

Accommodation:

  • Ecolodge (Number of Nights: 1)
4
Day 4: Tanjung Puting NP
After breakfast, leave for the feeding station of Pondok Tanggui, 1 hour upstream for morning feeding time. Look out for giant squirrels, pigs, and many butterflies on the walk in. As at most of the stations, you are likely to spot another large alpha male here too. After viewing the orangutans, spend some time exploring the area before getting back on the boat. Lunch today will be on board before travelling to the Tanjung Harapan feeding Station for the afternoon feeding. Visit the nearby Tanjung Harapan village across the river and then return back to your ecolodge for the evening.

Included Activities:

  • Tanjung Puting NP - Tanjung Harapan village visit
  • Tanjung Puting NP - Pondok Tanggui orangutan feeding station

Accommodation:

  • Ecolodge (Number of Nights: 1)
5
Day 5: Tanjung Puting NP – Sampit
After breakfast, it’s time to say goodbye to Tanjung Puting National Park, boarding your klotok once more and taking a leisurely boat ride to the port city of Kumai. Stop for lunch in the city, a good chance to reflect on your special time in the national park, then drive on to Sampit. This port city is famous for its fresh seafood, so be sure to ask your leader for some tips on where to pick up local specialties for dinner this evening.

Included Activities:

  • Tanjung Puting NP - Klotok boat cruise

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
6
Day 6: Palangka Raya

Optional Activities:

  • Trip to Tangkiling Hill & Dayak Spiritual Site of Batu Banama (50000 IDR)
7
Day 7: Palangka Raya

Included Activities:

  • Sebangau NP - Wildlife ranger walk
8
Day 8: Tumbang Malahoi Longhouse - Palangka Raya
After a simple local breakfast, take a walk around to learn about how the people of this village live. The majority of the villagers here work as carpenters, gold miners or fishermen. Later, explore the nearby jungle with some of the locals. After lunch in the jungle, return to the longhouse to say your farewells before heading back to Palangka Raya. Sit back and relax with a chilled-out afternoon at the hotel with your travel crew.

Included Activities:

  • Palangka Raya - Balanga Museum
  • Tumbang Malahoi Village - Traditional dancing
  • Tumbang Malahoi Village - Blessing ceremony

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
9
Day 9: Sebangau NP
Time to head off for more adventures in the wild! Depart early this morning for Sebangau National Park, home to orangutans, proboscis monkeys, macaques, monitor lizards, hornbills, kingfishers, and clouded leopards. For many years, this area was impacted by illegal logging and wildfires, and though sightings are not a guarantee, the wild animals have begun to repopulate. Spend a few hours exploring by canoe and on foot with a local ranger. After lunch, enjoy some free time to relax or swim before returning to Palangka Raya and your hotel for the evening.

Included Activities:

  • Tumbang Malahoi Village - Village & jungle walk

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
10
Day 10: Palangka Raya

Included Activities:

  • Palangka Raya - Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation Kaja Island Visit
  • Palangka Raya - Sei Gohong River Boat Tour
11
Day 11: Jakarta
Transfer to the airport today for your flight back to Jakarta. After checking into the hotel, the rest of the day is free for you to spend as you wish, and with a range of things to see and do in Jakarta, such as visiting the Grand Mosque or the Catholic Cathedral – you’ll be kept occupied by this lively city.
12
Day 12: Jakarta
With no activities planned for today, your adventure comes to an end, and you are free to leave the accommodation at any time.
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $4,405
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 12 days

Trip Type: Small Group

Activity Level: Average

Go in search of the gentle giants of the Borneo jungles – the elusive orangutan – on a 12-day wildlife expedition.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 23 Jun 2026

Customer Reviews

Overall Rating
Excellent
4.5
Guide
Excellent
4.5
Itinerary
Excellent
4.5
Accommodations
Excellent
4.5
Transportation
Excellent
4.5
Tour Operator
Excellent
4.5
Food
Excellent
4.5
4.5
Robert
Traveled, September 2023

09/27/2023

An amazing adventure to encounter Orangutans and the local ways of life. Varied activities at a good pace = one great experience.

4.5
Louise
Traveled, September 2023

10/13/2023

Such an amazing trip! Well paced and a great variety of activities. Abraham looked after us all so well, so everything ran smoothly. It was so wonderful to see the orangutans; the rehabilitation efforts are clearly successful, as we saw so many mums with babies and young. For me the absolute highlight of the trip was the optional boat ride around the pre-release islands just outside Palangkaraya; I thoroughly recommend it! The trip wasn't all about the orangutans though, the visit to the Dayak village was excellent too!

Tour Operator

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