Pangkalan Bun: Borneo Orangutan 3-Days Jungle Cruise Adventure

Day 1: Arrival – Tanjung Puting National Park – Overnight on Klotok

Upon arrival at Pangkalan Bun Airport, you will be transferred by car to Kumai Port to board a traditional klotok river boat. Begin your scenic cruise into Tanjung Puting National Park.
Enjoy lunch onboard while cruising along the river, followed by a visit to the first ranger station to observe orangutans in their natural habitat. Dinner will be served on the boat as you continue spotting wildlife along the river.
Overnight on the klotok in a cozy cabin equipped with mosquito netting.

Day 2: Village Visit – Palm Oil Insight – Camp Leakey – Jungle Cruise

After breakfast onboard, there is an optional visit to Sekonyer Village to experience local life and gain insight into the environmental impact of the palm oil industry. Return to the boat for lunch.
In the afternoon, visit the second ranger station, Camp Leakey, a renowned orangutan rehabilitation center, to observe orangutans in the wild.
Return to the boat for leisure time and dinner, and spend the night onboard surrounded by the natural sounds of the jungle.

Day 3: Pondok Tanggui – Wildlife Observation – Return to Airport

Enjoy breakfast onboard before visiting the third ranger station, Pondok Tanggui, to observe orangutan feeding activities. Continue cruising while admiring the rich flora and fauna along the river.
Arrive at Kumai Port and transfer to Pangkalan Bun Airport for your departure.

Note: The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted according to your arrival and departure schedule. Our main objective is to visit all three orangutan feeding stations.

What to Bring

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Hat or cap

• Camera or smartphone

• Sunscreen

Not Allowed

• Pets

• Electric wheelchairs

Know Before You Go

• Respect Nature & Local Culture:
  Please follow all instructions from your guide, do not feed wildlife, and respect local customs and the natural environment.

• Life in the Jungle:
  During your 3-day Borneo adventure, you will truly be a guest of the jungle. There is no Wi-Fi and very limited internet access. You will stay overnight and enjoy all meals on board the boat.

• Boat Facilities:
  Our boat is comfortable and equipped with double beds, no air conditioning, and a Western-style toilet with clean water for showering.

• Wildlife Encounters:
  Wild animals may occasionally approach the boat—this is a natural and exciting part of the experience.

• Daily Rhythm:
  Days can be long but are generally relaxed, with plenty of time to enjoy nature and unwind.

• Weather & Climate:
  You will be traveling in the Borneo rainforest, which has a unique microclimate. Weather can change quickly—hot, humid, rainy, stormy, dry, or wet conditions may all occur within a short period.

• What to Prepare:
  Bring mosquito repellent and light, comfortable clothing suitable for humid conditions.

• Entertainment:
  We recommend bringing a book or downloading movies or music for offline entertainment during free time.