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Cruise the Orang Utan River

Spend 4 days on the water taking in the unique wildlife of Kalimantan

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About this tour:

4 days

Jan-Dec

Cruise

Partially-guided, Private

Cruise ship

Easy (2/5)

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Meals

Don't worry about meals. 3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.

Transfers

Check out the 'What's Included' tab for more info on personal transfers during your tour.

Local Support

Travel stress-free knowing in-country local support is available by regular phone or WhatsApp to support you during your tour.

Payments Made Easy

Enjoy the flexibility and ease of staggered payments in your own currency using your choice of credit card.

Route Resources

Route notes, maps, and/or a trail app make navigation on this tour a breeze.

Park Entrance Fees

Included where possible! Check the 'What's Included' tab for more info on park entrance fees during your tour.

Luggage transfers

Take a load off, with optional or included luggage transfers. Check inclusions for further details.

Accommodation for Cruise the Orang Utan River

This beautiful tour takes place on Orang Utan where you’ll be provided with a room on a cruise ship. There are three room options that you get to choose from when booking this tour.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travelers
Standard rooms are of double occupancy and due to a limited number of coupes, single rooms may not always be possible. Please enquire to find out the availability and pricing.

Standard Accommodation

Night 1-3

Double ensuite room with a fan on Rahai’I Pangun Ship

Enjoy a basic room onboard the Rahai’l Pangun ship and find yourself lulled to sleep by the sounds of the river.

Superior Accommodation

Night 1-3

Double ensuite room with AC on Rahai’I Pangun Ship

Stay cool onboard the Rahai’l Pangun ship in a comfortable room featuring AC.

Deluxe Accommodation

Night 1-3

Superior Large Ensuite room with AC on Rahai’I Pangun Ship

Want for nothing in this superior large ensuite room with AC onboard the Rahai’l Pangun ship.

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Cruise the Orang Utan River Tour Details

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Itinerary

Cruise the Orang Utan River Itinerary

Day 1

Day 1: Arrive and Set Sail

Overnight Location - Onboard the cruise ship | Meals - Lunch, dinner

Your river adventure begins today as you arrive at Palangkaraya Airport and transfer to the harbour to start your journey. Boarding local canoes, you will observe orangutans in their natural habitat on the island of Pulau Kaja, before heading to an education centre to learn more about how they live in the wild.

Returning to the harbour, you will board Rahai’i Pangun for lunch and cruise upstream. Here, you will transfer in vehicles to the historic towns of Bukit Rawi and Sigi to receive a Dayak welcome and learn about their history. Return to the boat and cruise downstream to moor overnight in a quiet location.

Day 2

Day 2: Lake Begantung and Tumbang Nusa Village

Overnight Location - Onboard the cruise ship | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Early in the morning, you will take motorized canoes to visit the Blackwater Lake Bagantung, a peatland swamp ecosystem that is home to countless animal and bird species. Returning to the boat, you will cruise downstream to Tumbang Nusa village, where you will take a walking tour and witness traditional livelihoods like ‘purun’ weaving. You will also visit a local honey farm. Afterwards, the boat will continue downstream, passing the forested Selat and Badak islands, where you will have the chance to spot some more orangutans.

Day 3

Day 3: Village of Pilang and Rattan Weaving

Overnight Location - Onboard the cruise ship | Meals - Breakfast, lunch, dinner

This morning the boat will continue downstream to the village of Pilang, where you will take a walk through the forest to see a rubber field & rubber tapping demonstration and other village activities like rattan weaving. Visit the village elder’s house and enjoy a traditional spiced coffee or herbal tea. Back on board, you will enjoy lunch and cruise upstream, passing the orangutan island and entering into the Nusa Canal. The boat will be moored in a quiet location overnight.

Day 4

Day 4: Cruise to Palangkaraya and Depart

Overnight Location - None | Meals - Breakfast, lunch

Enjoy your final morning onboard with breakfast and a smooth morning cruise to the village of Pusaka, where you will learn local self-defense techniques. After saying farewell to the villagers, you will continue on to Palangkaraya to wrap up the tour. Transfer to the airport to depart.

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FAQ for Cruise the Orang Utan River

How hard is the Cruise the Orang Utan River Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. There are no strenuous or technical activities involved.

Do I need a visa to travel to Indonesia?

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

What does partially-guided mean?

Booking a partially-guided tour is a perfect choice for those who like to be in charge of some of their time while travelling, but also don’t want to be on their own during activities. In most cases, a partially-guided tour doesn’t have a tour leader assigned to a group, but some or most of the activities, such as hikes, city walks, or historic site visits, are led by different guides. Also, in most cases, booking a partially-guided tour is way cheaper than booking a fully-guided tour!

Are meals included on the Cruise the Orang Utan River Tour?

3 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners are included.

When is the best time to travel to Indonesia?

The best time to travel to Indonesia is from April or October when the weather is warm and pleasant. Indonesia can be travelled to all year long, however, it tends to be rainier from November to March.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover (activity). Get your Travel Insurance.

How do I get to Jakarta to start this tour?

Fly into Tjilik Riwut Airport in Palangkayara (PKY) which can be reached from Jakarta.

Is the Cruise the Orang Utan River Tour in English?

Yes, the tour guide is English-speaking.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to Indonesia?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for Indonesia?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.

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