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Review Author: Corneel V
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: If you can’t decide which company to choose for a jungle tour, look no further. This is a local company with a local staff, and we had the best time ever. We saw wild orangutans — not just the ones at the feeding stations — as well as crocodiles, proboscis monkeys, gibbons, and many other amazing jungle creatures.
The staff took excellent care of us and made sure we enjoyed every minute of the trip. It’s also important to mention that the food was absolutely amazing. The klotok itself was very well maintained, with a proper toilet and a warm shower.
A big thank you to the entire staff for this once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Carol Wood
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: 🦧
Two nights on a beautiful houseboat spotting orangutans along the river and at feeding stations. We slept on deck under mosquito nets, listening to the sounds of the jungle 🌿
We’d booked this locally run tour wanting to support the community — and we’re so glad we did! Our guide Monica was so knowledgeable and the food they whipped up in the tiny kitchen was amazing.
Communication with Fardi was excellent, and the tour was professionally run from start to finish- a once in a life time experience.
Comfortable beds, beautiful and plentiful food, good hot shower, we were so well looked after.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Marie
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: We did the 3-day/2-night tour in March 2026 and were absolutely thrilled. At all three camps, we saw reintroduced orangutans with their babies, and occasionally even wild orangutans, as well as lots of other monkeys. The guide and crew were warm and welcoming, the boat was very well-equipped, and despite Ramadan, the food was always freshly prepared and delicious. After each excursion, we were also treated to fried bananas! The three of us were looked after by four crew members. So far, this has been the absolute highlight of our trip!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Virginia Mesass
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: We loved doing the tour with them! They were super attentive and friendly, the boat was beautiful and clean, the food was delicious—they kept bringing out more! We slept quite well thanks to their mosquito nets. Eros was a fantastic guide, and the crew was wonderful! Fardi was very attentive and super friendly! Definitely book with them! The best!! The experience was incredible—seeing the orangutans ❤️, the proboscis monkeys, etc.—one of the best things about Indonesia! Thank you for treating us so well!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: simone sonja Meier
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: I'd give 100 stars if I could! :) This was one of the most wonderful tours we've ever experienced! We're currently on an extended trip, and while the houseboat tour in Borneo was a few weeks ago, it remains an absolute highlight. Not a day goes by that we don't think about our attentive and welcoming crew, the beautiful encounters with the animals, the comfortable houseboat, the fun moments with Iman (our guide), and the delicious food! Thank you so much for this unforgettable experience.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Claudia Roth
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: We booked a 3-night/4-day tour, and the impressions from this excellently planned trip (with an incredibly friendly and professional crew) will stay with us forever. Many, many thanks for everything and for the wonderful time with you (especially to the amazing cook on board – who prepared such varied and fresh vegetarian meals for us every day at all mealtimes)... and to Eros (best guide ever)!
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Paula Castellanos Paredes
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: 100% recommended. The experience was unbeatable. The place is a must-see on any visit to Indonesia. The staff is incredibly charming, the food delicious (I think we came back about 5kg heavier, but we're very happy), and the boat itself is absolutely gorgeous.
I honestly can't think of anything that wasn't a 10/10.
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Hannes Koch
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: A super beautiful and interesting tour through the rainforest with a friendly, helpful, and experienced team. The food was good and plentiful, the boat and bed were clean, and the atmosphere was very pleasant. Communication in English was also seamless, and all questions were answered clearly. Highly recommended 👌
Review rating: 5
Review Author: Sydney Koster
Review Date: 09 Apr 2026
Review Body: What a beautiful and wonderful experience. The tour was very wel organized. The people were very friendly and respectful. The food what they prepared for us on the boat was 5 star cuisine. The jungle is very beautiful. And a lot of fun!
Terima kashir!
Greetings from Amsterdam
Sydney and Natali
Review rating: 5
Itinerary
Itinerary Day 1
Itinerary Summary: River cruise spotting wildlife, jungle relaxation, stargazing, and overnight on klotok boat
Itinerary Description: Pick-up time depends on your flight arrival – Pickup from Pangkalan Bun Airport or your hotel (we recommend arriving the day before for a smoother trip)
08:30 AM – Transfer to Kumai Port (approx. 20 minutes)
09:00 AM – Board your private klotok (traditional riverboat)
09:30 AM – Begin cruising up the Sekonyer River
12:00 PM – Lunch on board while observing wildlife such as proboscis monkeys, macaques, hornbills and other wild birds!
02:30 PM – Arrive at Tanjung Harapan Camp
03:00 PM – Attend the orangutan feeding session at Tanjung Harapan (feeding time: 3:00 PM)
04:30 PM – Return to the boat and continue cruising upriver
05:30 PM – Anchor at a quiet riverside spot
06:00 PM – short jungle trek to experience the rainforest ambiance and spot the nocturnal animals!
07:00 PM – Dinner served on board
08:00 PM – Relaxation time: stargazing from the upper deck or rest
Overnight – Sleep on board under a mosquito net in an open-air setup with fan cooling
Itinerary Day 2
Itinerary Summary: Orangutan feedings, jungle trek, wildlife cruise & stargazing on river expedition
Itinerary Description: 06:30 AM – Wake up with the sounds of the forest
07:00 AM – Breakfast on board
08:00 AM – Depart for Pondok Tanggui
09:00 AM – Feeding time at Pondok Tanggui: watch newly released orangutans in action
10:00 AM – Continue upriver into narrow side channels with tea-colored water
11:30 AM – Slow cruise toward Camp Leakey with wildlife spotting (watch for crocs!)
12:30 PM – Arrive at Camp Leakey, short jungle trek to explore the forest
01:30 PM – Lunch back on the boat
02:00 PM – Orangutan feeding time at Camp Leakey – see dominant males, mothers & babies
After this you will get to plant tree!
03:30 PM – Cruise back slowly downriver
06:00 PM – Anchored for the night in a quiet jungle section
07:00 PM – Dinner on board
08:00 PM – Optional light walk or stargazing
Overnight: Onboard (same setup)
Itinerary Day 3
Itinerary Summary: Morning river cruise, rainforest sounds, breakfast on board, transfer to airport/hotel
Itinerary Description: 06:00 AM – Wake early to the rainforest chorus
06:30 AM – Morning cruise back toward Kumai
08:00 AM – Breakfast on board
09:00 AM – Arrive at Kumai Port
09:30 AM – Transfer to Pangkalan Bun Airport or hotel
Note: Timing may vary slightly based on river conditions and your flight schedules
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3D2N Tanjung Puting Safari with Local Orangutan NGO
3D2N private orangutan wildlife safari that supports local conservation efforts
5.0
|9 Reviews
Group size
Up to 8 guests
DURATION
3 days 2 nights
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 8 guests
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3D2N Private Orangutan Safari that saves Orangutans, not just visits them
This 3D2N trip is special because it doesn’t just show you orangutans - it helps protect them. Part of your trip directly supports a local nonprofit working to buy back rainforest, rehabilitate orangutans and support nearby communities. Perfect for conscious travellers and nature lovers who care about the rainforest and want their trip to do good.You'll cruise down Sekonyer River - visiting three orangutan feeding stations and learning about their stories, behaviour, conservation efforts and the challenges of protecting them. You’ll head out on a short night trek to spot nocturnal creatures. You'll also get to plant a tree as part of the local community's reforestation efforts - planting fruit trees that will feed orangutans in the years to come.By joining this experience, you're directly supporting the conservation efforts of Yayasan Orangutan Hijau Kalimantan (YOHK). A portion of the profits goes toward protecting orangutans and their rainforest habitat - including efforts such as buying back forest land, supporting rehabilitation programs, and funding education and community empowerment initiatives around Tanjung Puting.What to Expect3-day, 2-night private cruise through Tanjung Puting on a traditional klotok boatSupport local orangutan habitant conservations efforts with part of your fees going to a local nonprofitVisit orangutan feeding stations at Tanjung Harapan, Pondok Tanggui and Camp LeakeySlow cruising past riverbanks frequented by proboscis monkeys, macaques and hornbillsMorning and daytime bird watching – spot hornbills, kingfishers, egrets and moreShort guided night trek to find nocturnal animals in the jungleTree planting – help support reforestation and leave a positive impactDelicious Indonesian meals cooked by your private onboard chef (many dietary needs can be accommodated)Opportunity for stargazing from the upper deck each eveningSleep in a fan-cooled, open-air setup under a mosquito netKnowledgeable, kind and passionate crew who really care about the forestGood to KnowNight trek terrain is flat and manageable – wear comfy, closed shoesAccommodation onboard is simple but comfortable with hot showers and clean beddingBring binoculars or a good zoom camera for spotting birds and wildlifeAlcoholic drinks are not provided – you're welcome to bring your ownTimings may shift depending on river conditions and wildlife activityAmenities/facilitiesPrivate wooden klotok boat (approx. 13m x 3m)Cold water fresh shower and fan-cooled sleeping areas with mosquito netsViewing deck for wildlife spotting and stargazingBasic, clean bedding and linens provided on board
Experience highlights
What You’ll be Doing
Day 1:
River cruise spotting wildlife, jungle relaxation, stargazing, and overnight on klotok boatDay 2:
Orangutan feedings, jungle trek, wildlife cruise & stargazing on river expeditionDay 3:
Morning river cruise, rainforest sounds, breakfast on board, transfer to airport/hotelShow Details
What’s Included
Return transfer from & to Pangkalan Bun Airport
Boat transport: Traditional wooden klotok (approx. 13m x 3m)
English-speaking guide and private onboard chef
All meals as indicated (freshly prepared Indonesian food)
Admission fee, ranger fee and national park entrance permits
Accommodation onboard the klotok (2 nights)
Mineral water, tea, coffee & snacks (available on boat)
Not included
Alcoholic beverages (not allowed)
Souvenirs
Travel insurance
Expenses caused by conditions beyond control (e.g., cancelled flights)
Personal expenses (e.g., tips for guide and crew)
Force majeure events
Airport tax
Available Add-ons:
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
Wildlife Protector
Low Carbon Hero
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Additional Information
Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Pangkalanbun(Pangkalan Bun, Indonesia)
- Start time is flexible. Do let us know which time you prefer
- Notes: Best time to pick up is before 11am
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Start & Ends
You can choose any start time. Just let your host know after booking.
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.Extenuating Circumstances Policy
100 % cancellation charge for booking cancel within 24 hours. 75 % cancellation charge for booking cancel within 72 hours. 50 % cancellation charge for booking cancel in more than 72 hours
What to Pack
- A sarong (great as towel, cover-up, or blanket)
- Basic medications and personal first aid items
- Binoculars (for spotting birds and wildlife)
- Camera or phone with extra batteries or power bank
- Comfortable walking shoes or old trainers (good grip for forest walks)
- Daypack (for short jungle treks and essentials)
- Earplugs (optional, but helpful for light sleepers)
- Extras You’ll Be Glad You Brought
- Flip-flops or sandals for use on the boat
- Hand sanitizer
- Hat or cap for sun protection
- Head torch or flashlight (for night walks and boat lighting)
- High SPF sunscreen (tropical sun can be intense)
- High-energy snacks (nuts, dried fruit, granola bars)
- Insect repellent (preferably with DEET or natural options like Mosiguard)
- Light hammock (optional, for resting during downtime)
- Light towel or microfiber travel towel
- Lightweight rain poncho or rain jacket (for tropical downpours)
- Long trousers or leggings (mosquito and leech protection)
- Long-sleeved, light-coloured tops (for sun and insect protection)
- Notebook or journal (for wildlife sightings or reflections)
- Personal toiletries (eco-friendly where possible)
- Reusable water bottle
- Sleepwear suitable for warm nights under mosquito net
- Sunglasses
- Waterproof or dry bag for electronics
- Wet wipes or tissue packs
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Meet your host
Fardi is a pioneer of community-based tourism in Tanjung Puting. He started out as a hotel housekeeper and slowly worked his way up, eventually running his own boats and building one of the most respected operations on the Sekonyer River.
His journey is deeply personal. After losing his father during the Dayak–Madurese conflict in the early 2000s, Fardi chose to stay in his hometown and rebuild, creating work for his community. Today he hires locally from nearby villages, mentoring crew who have grown into guides, captains and even boat owners.
Fardi also founded Yayasan Orangutan Hijau Kalimantan (YOHK), a local conservation foundation that buys back rainforest land to protect wild orangutan habitat and prevent palm oil expansion. By joining his trip, you’re directly supporting orangutan conservation in Tanjung Puting.
Experience: 13 years
Speaks: Fluent English
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