3 Days / 2 Night Borneo orangutan and Dayak Village Tour

Let enjoy and join trip 3 days cruise on a kelotok river cruise to explore the exotic of Borneo Island. Cruising down the river and searching for Borneo Orangutan. After arrival at Pangkalan Bun airport meet service around 8 AM, you will be welcomed by our local guide and transfer to Kumai port by car. Board on the boat and sailing to Kahayan River by traditional Kalimantan river cruise while observing the wildlife. Come to Central Kalimantan, this trip offers you a relaxing jungle river journey. Stop in forest rehabilitation site to observe the Orangutan, and visit traditional villages to meet Dayak people of Borneo ethnic group. Catch some of the best views on a fascinating 3 days river cruise tour, such as floating houses, river vegetation, and glassy reflections on the black water lakes. The tour located in the forest and river, antimalarial drugs should always be purchased before traveling.

Whether you’re in the mood for a romantic adventures tour, a relaxing tour, or a family trip, this Borneo river cruise tour would suit your interests. The upper deck is large, it is used for meals and as a place to enjoy the spectacular view from the upper deck. There are relaxing deck chairs on the top deck for a relaxing soak while passing scenery from the boat. A perfect way to explore Borneo rivers and explore Borneo’s wildlife in their natural habitat. See Orangutan, colorful birds, and others along the riversides. If you are lucky you can observe the shy long-nosed monkey. These Borneo river cruise tour packages include airport transfers, local tour guide, cabin accommodation, meals, canoe boat, and English speaking guide.

A trip that combines the best river vegetation, exotic Orangutan, tradition and typical experiences! We highlight the best examples of tour destination. You can have a quick look at the floating house, visiting local villages, encounter dozen species of endangered wildlife in Borneo, and observe Orangutan in a pre-release island operated by the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation. Also, you will have a visit to the elder’s house to enjoy the traditional spices coffee while sharing stories.

Comfortable deck boat with very comfortable relaxing chair also available to help you relax in style with soothing sounds of a rainforest symphony echoing all around. Enjoy its amazing waterways aboard a traditional Kalimantan boat. Breathe in the fresh jungle air while enjoying your meals on the deck boat.

Around the edge of the Kahayan River, you will see many floating houses. The number of floating houses around three hundred. All household activities are carried out above floating houses.

The river and its environs are home to many fascinating species of river vegetation and animals. Keeping an eye to see dozen species of wildlife in Borneo such as hornbill, colorful birds, and shy proboscis monkey.

Encouraging the protection of orangutans and their habitat conservation. Borneo is the best place to see orangutans in the wild with several sanctuaries to increase your chances of sightings.

Itinerary:
Day 1: Palangka Raya – Palangka Raya Port – Katimpun

• 08.00 AM | Meet up at Tjilik Riwut Airport Palangka Raya or Hotel/Airport pick up
• Heading to Palangka Raya Port
• Start Cruising, passing the stilted and floating houses
• Stop at Petuk Katimpu Village
• Walking along the boardwalks and visiting small library foundation
• Continues cruising to a beautiful Black Water Lake
• Canoeing at Black Water Lake (if you’re lucky, you will see proboscis monkeys, hornbills, and Brahmini kites)
• Back to the boat
• Having dinner and stay overnight on the boat

Day 2: Palas Island – BOS – Sei Gohong

• Cruising to Palas Island and Having breakfast on the boat
• Taking motorized canoe to observe Orangutans
• Visiting BOS Education (Learning about BOS history and rehabilitation program)
• Return to the boat, having lunch on board while cruising to Sei Gohong Village
• Passing Kaja and Bangamat Island (Orangutan pre release island)
• Canoeing to have closer observation of the orangutans
• Swimming in the Black Water lake (only if river water level is sufficient)
• Having dinner and stay overnight on the boat

Day 3: KSei Gohong – Kanarakan – Tjilik Riwut Airport

• Transfer to Tangkiling Hill by Car
• Visiting Dayak Cultural Spirit House
• Trekking to the top of Tangkiling Hill
• Having breakfast
• Departing to Kanarakan (Meet the Village Elder, Seeing village home gardens, rubber field & rubber tapping demonstration, and other village livelihoods)
• Visiting the Elder’s house and enjoy the traditional spices coffee while sharing stories
• Return to boat for lunch and cruise downstream to Sei Gohong
• Check out at 2pm for transfer to Palangka Raya airport or hotel

Note:

• This trip available on Saturday or Tuesday
• The tour will be conducted using a local wooden boat
• The itinerary may be subject to change, depending on the circumstances
• Dry season conditions may cause alterations to the itineraries
• Pick up time about 08.00 AM, we recommend you to take a flight with arrival time at Palangka Raya / Tjilik Riwut Airport before 08.00 AM
• We recommend you arrive morning or one day before the tour start.
• Kindly notice that the driver is not the tour expert guide. The driver will just pick up and drop you off.
• Permits can be obtained by Wandernesia and are IDR 250.000 for each camera.
• Wandernesia is not responsible for any delay, loss, theft, accident, sickness, complaint, or any problems which occur during tour.

What to bring:

• Voucher from Aha Bali Tour (printed or e-voucher)
• Comfortable clothes (Long trouser and sleeve)
• Trekking shoes
• Sunblock
• Extra clothes
• Hat, sunglasses
• Mosquito repellent
• Malaria pill
• Personal firs aid kit
• Camera
• Raincoat during rainy season

Cancellation Policy:

• The above rates are non-refundable. Once booking confirmed, it can’t be canceled.
• No refund issued for cancellation made after reservation.
• Please read the cancellation policy carefully before you make a reservation.
• Any change or cancellation is made via email at business hours.
• Business hours: Monday – Friday (except public holiday) from 09:00 AM – 15:00 PM (GMT +7)