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Located in the peninsula on the south coast of the
world's third largest tropical rain forest of
Borneo, in Indonesian province of Central
Kalimantan, the park consist of 300.040 hectares
(741,100 acres). Started as a game reserve for the
protection of orangutans in 1936 and 1937, it was
upgraded to a National Park in 1982. It is the only
protected area in South East Asia with vast tract of
wetlands, lowland, mature tropical heath and swamp
Forests with large rookeries that provide breeding
grounds for a wide population of waterfowl. The
needs of Orangutans and other primates are also
available in the park, such as the 600 species of
trees which van be consumed by them. over 200
species of orchid, at least 220 species of bird, and
28 species of large mammal, plus 9 primates,
including the endangered orangutan and proboscis
monkey.
Preservation of the biodiversity of the park and its
surrounding forests are vital to the health of the
Indonesian and world environment.
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In Tanjung Puting Park, you will see the orangutans
- a lot of ex-captive orangutans - rehabilitated in
the park. you will also meet the king of this area,
the largest and the oldest orangutan who is still
living in a wilderness of a national park.
The romantic forest, the romantic river and the
romantic atmosphere of the park are also offer
different experiences especially for those who want
to have an adventurous honeymoon |
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Climate and
Ecosystem
Tanjung Puting National Park lies 0-30 meters above
sea level. It contains various ecosystems such as
dry lowland, mangrove, alluvial swamp and heath
forest. These forests are immensely valuable,
containing timber trees and regulating the runoff of
rain water into the rivers, ensuring a dependable
supply of clean water for all. Climate is equatorial
with dry and rainy seasons and heavy monsoon rain in
December and January. Mean daily temperature is 30oC
(80oF), humidity can reach above 90% while annual
rainfall averages 310 cm.
Flora & Fauna
Among tree species commonly found are Ramin (Gonistylus
bancanus), Jelutung, Kayu Besi (iron wood,
eusideroxylon zwagerri), Meranti (Shorea sp.) and
Keruing (Dipterocarpus). all of them have high value
for industry. Other plants such Bakung (asian tricum),
Pandans (Pandanus tectorius), Nipah (Nypa sp.) which
growing on the riverside.
The park is also rich in wildlife with the commonly
seen is Orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus pygmaeus) - the
best known species that makes the National Park best
known, Proboscis monkeys (Nasalis larvatus) - a
large monkey which is found only in Borneo, long
tail macaque (Macaca fascicularis), birds -
especially horn bills, kingfishers, myna, oriental
darter and over 220 bird species. Furthermore, the
list of fauna living in the park are include the
occasionally can be seen: Agile gibbon (Hylobates
agilis), grey gibbon (Hylobates mulleri), red leaf
monkey (presbistis rubicunda), Malayan sun bear (helarctus
malayanus), wild lige (sus barbatus), estuarine
crocodile false ghavial (Tomistomaschlegelli). The
rivers together with the swamps and sesonal lake
rookeries support the life of many species of fish
that have very high values in term of ecology and
economy.
MAIN OBJECTS
CAMP LEAKEY
Located about 30 minutes to the right from the
branch of Sekonyer river. Camp Leakey was
established in 1971 to support research activities
in Tanjung Puting Wildlife Reserve. Now this area
also functions as orangutans rehabilitation center.
The Camp and surrounding area is designated as a
special utility zone. Over the years, the camp has
served the research efforts of several scientist and
students. Tourist will be able to walk on certain
trails of the trail system without disturbing the
research activities. On the way to Camp Leakey (on
Sekonyer Simpang Kanan river), you may occasionally
see crocodiles and the false gavials.
TANJUNG HARAPAN
The first guard post in the park that was
constructed in the late of 1970's. Tanjung Harapan
was the original site of the Sekonyer Village, which
was moved across the Sekonyer river. The area
surrounding is designated as utilization zone. In
this area, several facilities for park management as
well as for visitors have been constructing. Tanjung
Harapan is also an alternate orangutan center.
PONDOK TANGGUY
New established rehabilitation center for
orangutans. Located between Tanjung Harapan and
Natai Lengkuas, this are also designates as a
special utilization zone.
[Tanjung Puting National Park - Borneo Indonesia]
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01: ORANG UTAN TANJUNG PUTING TOUR 5days / 4Nights |
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DAY 01: Pangkalan
Bun Airport - Tanjung Harapan Orangutan
Rehabilitation Centre
Upon arrival at Pangkalan Bun Airport, you will be
picked up and meet by our teams and transfer to the
small town of Kumai where you will board your boat,
called a Kelotok, and meet your crew. The boat is a
traditional
Klotok wooden river boat about 12m by 2m with a roof
which forms the upper deck where you can view the
rain forest as it glides by. The guide's team
includes the boatman, a cook and expert guide. In
the peaceful afternoon we will slowly explore the
quite river by the klotok while observe the monkeys
along the riverside. Dinner and overnight on the
boat. simple mattress, pillow, fine meals, bottled
"mineral" water, mosquito net, kitchen, simple
western toilet and shower available on boat besides
the familiar - helpful guides and boatmen. (D)
DAY 02: Tanjung Harapan Orangutan Rehabilitation
Centre - Camp Leakey - Croc Lake
After breakfast board the klotok to travel up river
for about 2½ hours boating and then up a side creek
to Camp Leakey where the older orangutans are
reintroduced into the rain forest and also known as
research center for Orangutan. Soft trekking
surrounding Camp Leakey. Back to the boat for lunch
then witness feeding time at 14.00 pm for old
rehabilitation orangutan given additional foods.
After feeding, back to the boat and relax in the
lake while waiting the sun goes down and sometimes
you may see birds and primates. Overnight on the
boat. (B, L, D)
DAY 3: Croc Lake - Pondok Tanggui - Jungle Trekking
- Pesalat re-plantation camp
The Breakfast will be served while the boat slowly
head up to Pondok Tanggui. Arrived at Pondok Tanggui,
we directly do jungle trekking across from Pondok
Tanggui to Pesalat re-plantation camp. The
experienced Local guide will give you the
information during the treks and the 10KM jungle
trek trail will be passing through the wilderness of
Borneo, you will see big old trees which is still
lining very dense. Sometimes you will see many kinds
of wild animals of Borneo including Wild Orangutan,
Sun Bear, Deer, wild Boar, Hornbill, and other great
Borneo creatures. Lunch is already provided before
by our cook, fresh lunch box in the mid of Borneo
jungle. Arrived at Pesalat Camping Ground in the
afternoon, take a rest and relax while the guide
team is preparing Tent and Dinner. Having a dinner
under sparkling stars in the wilderness of Borneo,
making the night more romantic and natural with wild
world known Borneo Jungle as a MEGA BIO-DIVERSITY.
(B, L, D)
Day 4: Camping Site - Pesalat re-plantation camp -
Rimba Lodge
The morning singing by Gibbon, it will be heard
clearly and making the morning more natural and you
will get the peaceful of your soul in the tropical
rainforest of Borneo which you never get this
experience before. After Breakfast, leaving the
camping ground to Pesalat jetty and taking you 3
hours to get there. The traditional wooden boat is
already waiting in the jetty and escort you to Rimba
Lodge. Check in at Rimba Lodge and Rest. Afternoon
you will be involved with local community. We also
provide for you after the long jungle treks
traditional Steam Bath, called Batimung. last
afternoon optional activities, you may do explore
the river by boat to eyewitness the Proboscis
monkey. Dinner and overnight at Rimba Lodge. (B, L,
D)
Day 5: Rimba Lodge - Pangkalan Bun Airport
After Breakfast, we will be leaving the park,
village and especially the great creature of centre
of Borneo - Indonesia, you just left and take a few
nice memory and wonderful time with us. Hoping you
will be back again. Thank you for your participation
by taking our tour. (B) |
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PRICE: On
Request (please advice us the number of the
participants)
Price Include:
Local Speaking English Guide
River transportation called wooden boat KELOTOK
12M length - 4M width
Speed boat
2 nights accommodation on boat
1 night in the tent (park jungle)
1 night at Rimba Lodge
Traditional Borneo Steam Bath Called batimung
Souvenir of couple Orangutan statue made by iron
wood (male & female)
Police permit (copy of the first page of passport
and visa are required)
Entrance fee/park permit
Full boards meals during the trip as per itinerary
Fruit
Mineral water (aqua)
Soft drink
Cook
Snack
Tea/coffee
Local porter who really knows about the trees and
some herb for malaria anti-dot
Excluding:
- Domestic Airfare
- Insurance
- Laundry
- Health services
- Alcoholic Beverage
- Other personal expenses
ORANGUTAN BOAT SPECIFICATION:
Most of Wooden boat made in years 90's and Semi
Modern Tourism Transportations
- Length : 12
meters
- Width
: 4 meters
- Height : 2
meters
- Capacity : 4 persons max
- Safety
: Life Jackets
- Facilities : Kitchen,
Electricity, Western Toillet, Shower, Matrass,
Pillow and Mosquito net.
- Propulsion : This boat is powered by Kobota /or
Yanmar engine.
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Descriptive day to day tour itinerary, price, flight
schedule, hotel/accommodation, weather condition
etc, Please do not hesitate to contact us |
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"...The expedition is exhausting, no doubt, but the sheer size
and beauty be seen to be believed. This was definitely a life
altering experience ..."
Gerrard Neve, Rinjani 2004 |
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