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Red-and-blue safari boat gliding past riverbank grasses and tall rainforest trees in Tanjung Puting on a private 1-day tour
View from the front of a riverboat as a traveller faces the jungle on a private 1-day orangutan safari in Pangkalan Bun
Binoculars in hand, a traveller watches the jungle river from an open boat during a private 1-day orangutan safari in Pangkalan Bun
Orangutan watching from rainforest branches during a private 1-day orangutan safari with a wildlife biologist in Tanjung Puting — orangutans
Safari boat cruising a narrow river through green mangrove forest in Tanjung Puting during a private 1-day orangutan safari
Great apes on a feeding platform in the rainforest during a private 1-day safari in Tanjung Puting with a wildlife biologist — orangutans
Sunset over a calm river in Pangkalan Bun, Tanjung Puting, from a private 1-day safari boat seeking orangutans
Red-and-blue safari boat gliding past riverbank grasses and tall rainforest trees in Tanjung Puting on a private 1-day tour
View from the front of a riverboat as a traveller faces the jungle on a private 1-day orangutan safari in Pangkalan Bun
Binoculars in hand, a traveller watches the jungle river from an open boat during a private 1-day orangutan safari in Pangkalan Bun
Orangutan watching from rainforest branches during a private 1-day orangutan safari with a wildlife biologist in Tanjung Puting — orangutans
Safari boat cruising a narrow river through green mangrove forest in Tanjung Puting during a private 1-day orangutan safari
Great apes on a feeding platform in the rainforest during a private 1-day safari in Tanjung Puting with a wildlife biologist — orangutans
Sunset over a calm river in Pangkalan Bun, Tanjung Puting, from a private 1-day safari boat seeking orangutans
Orangutan climbing through leafy canopy in the Tanjung Puting rainforest on a safari in Pangkalan Bun, watching orangutans
Back view from a riverboat during a private orangutan safari in Pangkalan Bun’s canals, guided by a wildlife biologist
Boat moored by rippling riverbank in dense rainforest during a private 1-day orangutan safari near Pangkalan Bun, Tanjung Puting
Private orangutan safari on a riverboat in Tanjung Puting, Pangkalan Bun, with a wildlife biologist guiding the trip
Red safari boat glides along a calm jungle river on a private 1-day orangutan safari with wildlife biologist, Pangkalan Bun
Boat floating on still river water beside dense jungle greenery in Tanjung Puting for a private 1-day orangutan safari
Travellers seated on an open riverboat, looking ahead through rainforest waterways on a private 1-day orangutan safari, Pangkalan Bun

Private 1 Day Orangutan Safari with Wildlife Biologist

One-day private speedboat safari to see wild orangutans in Tanjung Puting
5.0
|38 Reviews
Group size
Up to 9 guests
DURATION
10 hours
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 9 guests
Private speedboat orangutan tour with expert guide - all in just one epic day!
Short on time but still want to an amazing wildlife experience? This one-day private speedboat safari is the best way to explore Tanjung Puting National Park and see wild orangutans - all in just one action-packed day.Unlike the classic multi-day houseboat trips (klotok tours), this high-speed adventure takes you deep into the park quickly, without missing the highlights. You’ll visit orangutan information center in Tanjung Harapan, see wild orangutans, and still have time for a jungle walk and canoe to the black water channel (Sungai Buluh).What really makes this stand out is the guide. You’re not just ticking off your bucket list - you'll be guided by a trained wildlife expert who brings the rainforest to life with stories and insights about orangutans, the forest, and the local ecosystem.It’s perfect for conscious travellers who want the depth of a private multi-day tour, but only have one day to spare.What to ExpectVisit orang utan information center in Tanjung HarapanPrivate or small group speedboat trip - no crowded group boatsSee orangutans up close during feeding timeCanoeing to the black water channel Sungai BuluhShort jungle walk to learn about forest ecology from a trained wildlife guideLearn from expert guides passionate about conservation and local cultureDepart from a private harbour in Kumai and avoid the traffic and wait of the public harbourGood to KnowThis is a fast-paced day trip - great for travellers with limited timeAll permits and Park entry fees are includedLunch is provided, on the village rest areaItineraries may shift due to river conditionsSuitable for all fitness levels - short jungle walk is on flat terrainTour can start from your hotel or Pangkalan Bun AirportAmenities/facilitiesPrivate speedboat transport with scenic viewsEnglish-speaking wildlife-trained guideInclusive of lunch, permits, and ranger donationsRound-trip transfers from hotel or airport

Experience highlights

What You’ll be Doing

Orangutan viewing at feeding station, jungle trek & river cruise in Tanjung Puting
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What’s Included

Return transfer from hotel or airport
Binoculars available upon request (1 per boat). Please leave a note in your booking form if you'd like to borrow one.
Speedboat ride
Good English speaking guide
Lunch
Police admission fee
Park entrance permit (tourist and boat entrance as itinerary 2025)
Ranger donation
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Next Available Dates

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Where we'll meet

Start Point

Free pick-up from Hotel in Pangkalanbun(Pangkalan Bun, Indonesia)
  • Meet at selected timeslot

End Point

  • End at Start Point(s)

Start & Ends

Daily
08:00AM - 05:30PM

Suitability / Accessibility

  • Vegetarian food available
  • Halal food available
  • Child Friendly (No Minimum Age)

Cancellation & other policies

  • Cancellation

    To secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.

What to Pack

  • Comfortable Clothes
  • Hats
  • Mosquito spray/oil
  • Rain jacket
  • Shoes
  • Sunscreen
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Arif and Dessy are the thoughtful pair , an eco-tour company grounded in their hometown of Pangkalan Bun. Arif brings a rare mix of field research experience and deep local knowledge, thanks to his background in biology and years working on wildlife projects across Kalimantan. He’s not just a guide—he’s someone who genuinely enjoys helping others understand the rainforest and its wildlife. Together with Dessy, they’ve built a team that includes trained local guides and crew, many of whom grew up nearby. Their tours move at a relaxed pace, with a strong focus on ethical travel and community support. It’s clear they care—not just about the animals, but about the people and future of the place they call home.
Experience: 11 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 91%
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This was a trip of a lifetime
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Our Guide Dini was charming and always helpful
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Really love that we could blend in with the nature seeing more of the floras and faunas
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this tour was perfect from start to finish
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And the guide? The best!!! I was honestly so impressed.
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The orangutans were a sight to behold especially the alpha males
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The trip was amazing, we had the best time
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