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[27 Apr - 2 May] 6D5N Wild Orangutans + Jungle Houseboat Adventure
See wild orangutans and help protect their forest. Then explore Bromo volcano.
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Group size
Up to 10 guests
DURATION
6 days 5 nights
Booking type
Join-in trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 10 guests
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A Nat Geo–level Orangutan experience, with a secret Bromo sunrise.
[27 Apr - 2 May] This Seek Sophie Community Trip was inspired by one of the most life changing wildlife experiences ever - seeing wild orangutans ethically in Tanjung Puting. It was so special that we had to turn it into a Community Trip, upgraded with a Mt Bromo adventure and an eco-lodge stay.Tanjung Puting National Park is the world's capital of orangutans, and you'll get to spot them in wild. You'll be cruising along the river on a traditional houseboat - spotting orangutans, proboscis monkeys, hornbills and lots more wildlife. Your Seek Sophie guide Guh is amazing - he knows all the stories of all the orangutans - like how long the current alpha has been ruling an area and how you can see the scar on his bottom lip because of his battles. It's like watching a Nat Geo documentary come to life!We wanted you to get the best of both worlds in Tanjung Puting. Most trips only do the houseboat, which can feel a bit raw/basic. So we’ve added a couple of nights at a lovely eco-lodge to make things comfier for you. But of course, you can’t come all this way and skip the houseboat, so you’ll still spend one night on board. You’ll also get to give back to the orangutans by planting trees in the forest around the National Park.To make the trip even more special, we paired this Community Trip with Mt Bromo (domestic flights included!). Bromo is usually packed with tourists, but we’ve found a quieter, hidden viewpoint where you can stargaze before the crowds show up. And our favourite part: a picnic breakfast at a secret spot with Mt Batok rising in the background.This trip covers two locations in Indonesia - Mt Bromo in Java & Tanjung Puting in Borneo - and the price includes domestic flights, which we will be booking for you!Why We Created Community TripsWe always get told that Seek Sophie guests are different. They're more curious, more open-hearted and they want to see what's real, not something on show for tourists. We designed these community trips specially for you. These are once-off trips that show you the people and places we love when we’re on the ground. Many of them aren’t open to the public, and don’t even exist on our usual Seek Sophie experiences.These trips aren't for everyone. They're much more activity packed than any other trips out there. They’re for travellers who really want to see it all, go deeper, and experience the really special things that usually stay hidden.What Makes This Seek Sophie Community Trip Special?1. See Orangutans with Conservationists and Give Back Tanjung Puting National Park is home to the world’s largest population of 6,000 wild and semi-wild orangutans. It’s also where Borneo Foundation International (BFI), founded by primatologist Dr. Birute Galdikas, does orangutan research and conservation.Here, you'll see orangutans in the wild & hear their stories with local conservationists - while travelling on a river safari on a houseboat.Tanjung Puting also has a powerful story where locals pushing back against palm oil plantations so orangutans have more land to survive. On this trip, you’ll also get the rare chance to meet the community behind that effort and help with reforestation, which makes the experience especially meaningful.2. Best of both worlds: comfort + wildWe wanted you to get the best of both worlds in Tanjung Puting. Most trips only do the houseboat, which can feel a bit raw/basic. So we’ve added a couple of nights at a lovely eco-lodge to make things comfier for you. But of course, you can’t come all this way and skip the houseboat, so you’ll still spend one night on board. You’ll also get to give back to the orangutans by planting trees in the forest around the National Park.The houseboat is simple, no-frills, and there’s no WiFi, so you can really disconnect! When we're not at the feeding stations, our favourite thing to do is to chill on the deck and spot other wildlife as we slowly cruise down the river.3. Mt Bromo Without The CrowdsMt. Bromo is probably one of Indonesia's most famous volcanoes and it draws huge number of tourists every day. But we found a way to see it differently. This 4WD jeep ride takes you to a lesser-known view point with a secret breakfast picnic spot that's away from the crowds! And unlike the usual tours where you just get a driver, you’ll have a dedicated English-speaking local guide who knows all the stories behind Bromo. It's just a short flight away from Tanjung Puting, so we think it makes for the perfect stop!4. Adventure Without the StressYou'll be joined by a dedicated Seek Sophie team member and a local guide. We'll take care of all transfers, accommodation, most meals so you can just focus on being present!Accommodations (5 nights provided)All rooms are shared. We’ll group guests by the same gender.Comfy hotel in Bromo area (1st night)Stay in a charming mountain side hotel with all the modern amenities. It's one of the best spots near Bromo, which will allow you to rest a little longer before an early wake up call.Hotel in Surabaya (2nd night)You will be staying in a modern hotel with amenities within the city of Surabaya and not too far from the airport to make it easier to get to the next morning.Ecolodge in Tanjung Puting (3rd & 4th nights)Spend two nights in Rimba Lodge, the veteran eco accommodation providers in Tanjung Puting. Although it has all the basic facilities, please note this area is remote and some luxuries such as large supply of hot water may not be available; you may also encounter some common critters in your room such as geckos.Houseboat (5th night)Experience sleeping onboard a cosy riverboat with basic amenities like showers and western toilets. You will be sleeping on the main deck on a mattress with a mosquito net cover to protect you from bugs, but to keep you close to natureSingle Supplement Add-onEnjoy the comfort of your own private room throughout the trip, including hotels in the Bromo area, Surabaya, and the eco-lodge in Tanjung Puting - except on the houseboat, no private cabins are available.MealsDay 1 (Arrival in Surabaya and departure for Bromo):Lunch NOT included (quick stop en route to Bromo will be made)Welcome dinner includedDay 2 (Travel from Bromo to Surabaya):Picnic breakfast near Bromo includedLunch includedDinner NOT includedDay 3 (Travel from Surabaya to Tanjung Puting, Pangkalan Bun):Hotel breakfast includedLunch includedDinner includedDay 4 (Tanjung Puting):Breakfast includedLunch includedDinner includedDay 5 (Tanjung Puting):Breakfast includedLunch includedFarewell dinner includedDay 6 (Last day in Tanjung Puting and departure for Jakarta):Breakfast includedLunch includedDinner NOT includedFlights & TransportPlease arrange to fly into Surabaya and out of Jakarta.Arrival flight: Please book your own flight to Surabaya (SUB), arriving on 27 April between 9:00–11:00am for group pickup. Your domestic flight from Surabaya to Pangkalan Bun (Tanjung Puting) is included.Departing flight: At the end of the trip, your flight from Pangkalan Bun to Jakarta (CGK) is included and arrives at 17:40 on 2 May (flight ID-6205). Please book your onward flight from Jakarta on 2 May from 20:40 onwards to allow at least 3 hours.All internal flights (Surabaya ↔ Pangkalan Bun, Pangkalan Bun ↔ Jakarta) and all ground and river transfers are included. You only need to book your arrival flight to Surabaya on 27 April and departure flight from Jakarta on 2 May.Travel InsurancePlease purchase your own travel insuranceFitness LevelMt. Bromo crater hike is steep but short - only about 20 minutes of steps. It's manageable for beginners, just wear good shoes and bring layers for the cold.Cancellation PolicyWe understand that plans can change. Here’s our policy for this trip:Cancel before 30 Jan 2026 – 70% refundCancel before 28 Feb 2026 – 50% refundNo refund after 28 Feb 2026A 3% cancellation fee applies. If you see a notice during checkout saying cancellations aren’t allowed, please ignore it and follow this policy.
Experience highlights
What You’ll be Doing
Day 1:
Airport pickup, drive to Bromo resort, check in, dinner and restDay 2:
Mount Bromo sunrise, crater hike, scenic breakfast, lunchDay 3:
River cruise, orangutan jungle walk, and night safari in Tanjung Puting National ParkDay 4:
Jungle trek, orangutan spotting, canoeing & sunset cruise on Sekonyer RiverDay 5:
River cruise, reforestation, jungle walk at Camp Leakey, orangutans & sunset spottingDay 6:
River cruise, village visit with weaving and music, lunch on boat, airport transferShow Details
What’s Included
Transfers from and to the airport
All transfers between various locations while on the trip
Hotel accommodation for 4 nights
Accommodation aboard a riverboat for 1 night
Internal flights from Surabaya to Pangkalan Bun and Pangkalan Bun to Jakarta
1 free checked baggage (up to 20kg). Additional charges may apply if baggage exceeds the weight limit
Refer to the itinerary description for meal inclusions
4WD Jeep for Bromo Experience
Mount Bromo Entrance Fee
Tanjung Puting Entrance Fees
Formal Documentation at Bromo
All experiences mentioned
English Speaking Guides
English Speaking Seek Sophie Local Host
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
Wildlife Protector
Women-led Wonder
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Where You’ll Sleep
Lava Hill Hotel
Night 1
Hotel in Surabaya
Night 2
Rimba Eco Lodge
Night 3
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Lava Hill Hotel
Additional Information
Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Surabaya Airport(Juanda International Airport, Jl. Ir. Haji Juanda, Indonesia)
- 11:00am
- Notes: Flights - Arrival: We recommend to arrive in Surabaya (SUB) on 27 April between 09.00 AM - 11.00 AM for pickup. - Departure: On the last day (May 2), you can book your flight from Jakarta (CGK). Please do note that the flight arriving from Tanjung Puting to Jakarta (ID-6205) will arrive at 17:40. Make sure to budget at least 3 hours between your arrival and your next flight. ***Please note, this trip requires that you arrive at Surabaya Airport (Juanda International Airport) and depart from Jakarta Airport (Soekarno–Hatta International Airport) as the domestic flights will be provided for you. The flight departing from Pangkalan Bun (ID-6025) will be arriving into Jakarta at 17:40. We recommend that you give yourself at least 3 hours to transfer to your onward flight, as the Jakarta airport is big and flights departing Pangkalan Bun are known to be delayed.
End Point
- End at Jakarta Airport (Soekarno–Hatta International Airport, Indonesia)
Start & Ends
11:00AM on Day 1 - 05:40PM on Day
Suitability / Accessibility
- Vegetarian food available
- Halal food available
- Recommended Age: 18+
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationTo secure your spot, your host will turn away other guests. Because of this, cancellations aren't allowed.
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What to Pack
- Battery bank (electricity is sporadic onboard)
- Binoculars for spotting wildlife in Tanjung Puting
- Bug Spray
- Comfortable closed toe shoes for some trekking
- Dramamine or ginger candies (in case someone is very sensitive to being on water when cruising)
- Extra change of clothes after getting wet or sweaty
- Hats and sunglasses
- Headlamp for night walk
- High quality zoom camera
- Leech socks when trekking in jungles
- Light weight clothing (make sure to have some long sleeves and long trousers)
- Sunscreen
- Water bottle (free refills available onboard)
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Meet your host
Hi, we're Seek Sophie :) We created Community Trips because we’re always on the ground meeting cool people, hearing local stories, and stumbling onto hidden spots. At some point we thought: why not use all that insider knowledge to create the dream trip we’d show our own friends?
Think of Community Trips as a Seek Sophie omakase. We get to go a little wild with our ideas, bring you to places that aren’t usually open to the public, add the thoughtful touches we’ve always dreamt of, and make it feel genuinely special for you.
Every trip also gives back, so your adventure makes a direct impact on the communities and environments you visit.
We’ve loved crafting these trips for you, and we can’t wait to explore with you :)
Experience: 8 years
Speaks: Fluent English
Acceptance rate: 100%
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