3D2N Sebangau Orangutan Expedition

Delve into the heart of the jungles of central Borneo to spend two nights among a large population of orangutans and gibbons among many other species on this Sebangau Orangutan Expedition. Explore wildlife through trekking and river cruises. Keep your eyes open as Sebangau National Park is also the home of the clouded leopard. Take out the lens of your camera and your most adventurous part to live a unique experience outside the usual routes of tourists.

2 Nights
Difficulty : Easy
Pickup: Palangkaraya, Borneo (PKY)

Itinerary Sebangau Orangutan Expedition

DAY 1: PALANGKARAYA - SEBANGAU PARK ▼

Welcome to Palangkaraya! The city name consists of 2 words; one from Dayak Ngaju language, “Palangka” meaning sacred site and a word from Sanskrit language, “raya” meaning vast. So, the combination of the two means a vast sacred site. Meet our friendly guide who will take you by car for about 3 hours to each Baon Bango Harbor which is your starting point of sail by canoe into the jungle of Sebangau Park. The sail should be roughly 2-3 hours, depends on the stream. Along the river bank, you can spot some animals such as proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, even some enchanting birds.

Lunch will be served in a local restaurant on the way. On arrival at the park, settle down in your accommodation and have dinner at a camp. At night, depends on the water level, it is possible to do some trekking.

Note: Flight arrival must be in the morning. Otherwise, a stay will be arranged at Baon Bango Village.

Meals: Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Eco Lodge in Sebangau

DAY 2:SEBANGAU PARK - ORANGUTAN ISLANDS - PALANGKARAYA ▼

Wake up to a cool morning breeze, enjoy a simple breakfast at the camp and prepare for a trekking into the peat swamp forest in search for orangutans and other wildlife. The park is known for its large populations of orangutans as well as gibbons. And if you are lucky, you can also spot the elusive clouded leopard.

After the trekking, we sail back to Baon Bango to continue by car to Tangkiling, from where we will start another sail towards the Orangutan Island. As the name suggests, here you can spot the orangutans from the canoe.

If you still have some time, we will visit the Museum of Balanga where you will learn the history and life traditions of Dayak tribes in Borneo. At the end of the day, we will transfer you to the hotel in Palangkaraya city. Lunch will be provided en route. In the evening, we will visit a night market and have dinner in a local restaurant.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Palangkaraya: Three options across different categories

DAY 3:PALANGKARAYA – AIRPORT – END OF SERVICE ▼

This the last day of the trip, the day travelers usually hate. Enjoy a breakfast at hotel then have a free time for your own until your departure. We will take you to the airport and bid you farewell. Thank you for traveling with Come2Indonesia. Sampai Jumpa!

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation:

Photos Sebangau Orangutan Expedition

Price Includes

3D2N Sebangau orangutan Tour with private guide
English speaking guide
Transfer by car from Palangkaraya airport to Baon Bango harbor, by canoe in to Sebangau Jungle,
Camp, Trekking
Transfer by canoe from Sebangau Camp to Baon Bango
Transfer by car to Tangkiling, canoe sail to Orangutan Islands
Visit the Museum Balanga
Meals, Accommodations, Entrance Fee and activities as mentioned in the itinerary
A unique experience!

Price Excludes

Domestic/international flights
Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)
Airport tax
Alcohol, soft drinks, personal expenses
Porter: optional of boat tour
Extra expenses occurred due to causes beyond our control (force majeure) such as cancellations of flights, natural disasters, diseases, etc.
Everything that is not mentioned in “INCLUDES”

Map Sebangau Orangutan Expedition

FAQ

When is the best time of the year to do this tour?

Our favourite time for travel in Indonesia is between April to October, although Indonesia is a great year-round destination, offering memorable experiences for all kinds of adventures. July to August are the peak summer months. In West to Central part of the weather is delightfully warm and it’s a popular time for travellers to visit for holidays, whilst if you wish to travel from October to April, the Eastern part Indonesia, like Banda and Raja Ampat, would be the best option.

If you wish to have a relaxing journey in Indonesia with less crowds, the shoulder months of April to June and September to October are ideal and slightly more economic. If you must travel in ‘high season’ but want to avoid the crowd, worry not, there are numbered of unbeaten track in Indonesia ready to be explored.

What should I bring?

The tropics is a warm and often sweaty place, especially if you have Borneo or Sulawesi included in your travel. Check out our suggestion on What to Wear:

Comfortable and light shirt and at least a pair of long sleeves
Comfortable walking shoes or trekking shoes if your trip include some trekking
Shorts and long pants
Couple of pairs of socks
Waterproof Jacket/Raincoat

Depends on the type of travel, you may also need these in your What to Bring list:

Underwater Trip:

Dive Insurance
Dive certificate
Certificate of Nitrox (for those who are using Nitrox)
Dive equipment except Tanks and Weights. Please consult your travel expert to find out if the equipment is inclusive or not in your booking
Swimsuit/Dive suit
Adaptor DIN or INT
Flashlight
Sunscreen SPF +40
Waterproof bags

Landtour and Trekking:

Small backpack for daily important item
Travel Insurance, which covers trekking and sport risk
Trekking shoes (check with your travel expert if you need a Goretex or simply a walking shoes)
Pullover (as in some area like Mt Bromo and some other places at high altitude, the temperature can get as low as 0 degree)
Hats
Small flashlight or head flashlight
Towel (preferably quick dry microfiber towel)
Flight tickets (keep the soft copy in your mobile)
Valid passport with Valid Visa (or check if you are eligible for Visa Free Entry)
Travel/Dive Insurance
Personal medication (include contact lenses)
Waterproof bag to put all important documents
All documents for your trip: vouchers, tickets, contact numbers
Credit card (in some major cities, credit card are widely accepted in restaurants and shops. Small charge might be applied)
Cash in Euro or USD (you may change into local currency Rupiah when you arrive here)
Camera, Battery and Charger
Adaptor (220V is used in Indonesia)
Toiletries
Sunscreen and Sunglasses
International driving license (if you plan to drive on your own)
Mosquito Repellent with DEET
Hygienic travel kits (mask, disinfectant or anti-virus spray, etc, etc)

How Do I Get to Palangkaraya?

Flights depart daily for Jakarta and Surabaya. Current airlines operating services into Palangkaraya are Garuda Indonesia, Sriwijaya Air and Lion Air.

How Hard is Our Tour?

We have classified our tours in 3 different classes. Always check which one suitable for your condition. If you have any doubt, you may consult to our travel expert.

Easy: Suitable for most people in good health. These trips can include short walk for days with around 2–3 hours in good paths and at low altitudes.

Medium: A reasonable level of fitness or technique is required, as these trips can require sustained endurance levels as the trip may include longer days of approximately 5-6 hours of activity or/and in higher altitudes, or snorkelling in strong current.

Hard: These trips are physically demanding and best suited for people with a high endurance level, good level of fitness and exercise regularly. Days can be long around 7-8 hours of activity, often at high altitudes, in remote regions and sometimes without a support vehicle nearby. Travellers may be required to carry their backpack, trip with trekking overnights without access to normal toilets or accommodations.