Taman Nasional Tanjung Puting

For us it was all about the Orangutans and Tanjung Puting really delivered!nWe flew from Jakarta to Borneo, rented a boat for three days and two nights to take us up river to Camp Leaky. The boat was comfortable, the crew was very friendly and helpful. The meals, fresh fruit and snacks provided were plentiful.nThe journey up river and back was very peaceful and relaxing. Our boat was equipped with basic shower and plumbing for our personal use.nWe slept on deck on a comfy mattress under a mosquito net and enjoyed the sounds of the jungle at night.nThe jungle walks were pretty easy to do, the bugs not too bad considering where you are but make sure to bring insect repellent.nThe highlight, of course, was the orangutans. We were amazed and delighted by these wonderful, innocent creatures.nOne large, powerful male came crashing through the trees from out of nowhere, landed right behind us then casually walked past us, within 1 meter of my wife, ignoring us completely, went to feed. What a thrill!nBe prepared for a shock though. As we flew in to and back out of Borneo we were blown away by the huge areas of deforestation and palm oil plantations which appeared to be very close to the park.

very beautiful like a large cage of life. orangutans are free in their home forest, free to see humans observing their lives. yes observing each other's life and habits. orangutans like humans. be here as the most beautiful gift of this one-time life.

Recently, I had the chance to making a trip to the island of Borneo to explore and experience Tanjung Puting National Park. During this astonishing trip we got to visit chimp feeding stations and to watch these amazing and fantastic animals in their normal natural home.

Has brought beautiful memories that I would enjoy for the rest of my life... Got a chance to know a bunch of good and unique people ever...

Beautiful national park and orangutan sanctuary. Took a 3-day/2-night boat trip with Orangutan Applause (Excellent Boat & People!!!) up the river to Camp Leakey with stops at orangutan feeding stations each day. Easily saw 15+ orangutans each day in the sanctuary (and a few outside protected areas) plus proboscis monkeys lining the trees near the river at certain times/places. Crocodiles, kingfishers, and plenty of other wildlife is easy to find once you get used to looking.