Orangutan Tour in Tanjung Puting
Borneo is one of the best places in the world to experience an Orangutan Tour. In the heart of this island lies Tanjung Puting National Park, a protected rainforest in Kumai, Pangkalan Bun. It’s home to one of the largest populations of wild orangutans in Indonesia. These fascinating primates share 97% of human DNA, making them our closest living relatives.
This journey takes you along jungle-lined rivers aboard a traditional wooden boat known as a klotok. You’ll spot orangutans in their natural habitat, visit rehabilitation camps, and discover the rich biodiversity of the Borneo rainforest.
All tours are private and include meals, national park fees, boat crew, transfers, and a guide.
Orangutan Tour 3 Days 2 Nights
Itinerary
Day 1: Pangkalan Bun – Kumai Port – Tanjung Harapan
- Airport pickup and 15–20 minute car transfer to Kumai Port
- Board the klotok and begin cruising the Sekonyer River
- Lunch served on board
- Arrive at Tanjung Harapan Camp (3 PM) for orangutan feeding
- Watch proboscis monkeys in the trees
- After sunset, guided night trek to spot nocturnal animals: tarantulas, tarsiers, glowing mushrooms
- Dinner and overnight stay on the boat
Day 2: Pondok Tanggui – Camp Leakey
- Breakfast on the boat
- Visit Pondok Tanggui at 9 AM to see young rehabilitated orangutans during feeding
- Continue upriver to Camp Leakey, founded in 1971
- Learn about orangutan rehab efforts (museum currently closed)
- 2 PM feeding session and short jungle trek
- Look for wild orangutans on the way back
- If weather allows, see fireflies near the riverbanks
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 3: Kumai Port – Pangkalan Bun
- Breakfast on board
- Cruise back to Kumai and transfer to the airport
Tour Price
Pricing varies depending on the size of your group and the boat type (view boat types here)
Standard Klotok Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 11,350,000 / USD 650 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 6,850,000 / USD 395 |
| 3 – 4 pax | Rp. 5,800,000 / USD 335 |
| 5 – 6 pax | Rp. 5,000,000 / USD 285 |
| 7 – 8 pax | Rp. 4,750,000 / USD 275 |
| 9 – 12 pax | Rp. 4,600,000 / USD 265 |
| 13 – 15 pax | Rp. 4,450,000 / USD 255 |
16 pax and more, please contact us.
Optional add-on – Rimba Ecolodge overnight: from Rp. 1,600,000 / USD 90 per room/night (includes breakfast). High season surcharge June – September: +Rp. 200,000 / USD 10 per room/night.
Deluxe House Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 22,500,000 / USD 1,295 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 12,450,000 / USD 715 |
High season surcharge June – August 2026: Rp. 1,200,000 / USD 70 per trip.
Super Deluxe House Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 30,000,000 / USD 1,725 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 16,500,000 / USD 950 |
| 3 – 4 pax | Rp. 12,800,000 / USD 735 |
| 5 – 6 pax | Rp. 11,400,000 / USD 655 |
High season surcharge June – August 2026: Rp. 1,200,000 / USD 70 per trip. Optional: Night trekking Rp. 350,000 / USD 20 per person/night. Tree planting contribution Rp. 50,000 / USD 5 per person.
Orangutan Tour 4 Days 3 Nights
Day 1: Pangkalan Bun – Kumai Port – Tanjung Harapan
- Pickup from airport and 15–20 min transfer to Kumai
- Board the klotok and cruise the Sekonyer River
- Lunch on the boat
- Visit Tanjung Harapan for orangutan feeding at 3 PM
- Spot proboscis monkeys in the trees
- Optional tree planting for reforestation
- Night jungle walk to see nocturnal animals
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 2: Tanjung Harapan Village – Proboscis Tour – Camp Leakey
- Breakfast on board
- Visit the local village inside the national park
- Cruise through mangroves and look for wildlife (e.g. crocodiles, monitor lizards)
- Lunch on the boat
- Afternoon visit to Camp Leakey for orangutan feeding at 2 PM
- Optional visit to the museum (currently closed)
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 3: Pondok Tanggui – Camp Leakey – Boat
- Breakfast on the boat
- Visit Pondok Tanggui for 9 AM feeding
- Lunch onboard
- Return to Camp Leakey for second feeding session
- Boat docks near Nipah palms to see fireflies (weather permitting)
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 4: Kumai Port – Pangkalan Bun
- Breakfast on board
- Cruise back to Kumai Port and transfer to the airport
Tour Price
Pricing varies depending on the size of your group and the boat type (view boat types here)
Klotok Standard Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 14,800,000 / USD 850 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 8,900,000 / USD 510 |
| 3 – 4 pax | Rp. 7,500,000 / USD 430 |
| 5 – 6 pax | Rp. 6,300,000 / USD 360 |
| 7 – 8 pax | Rp. 5,950,000 / USD 340 |
| 9 – 12 pax | Rp. 5,650,000 / USD 325 |
| 13 – 15 pax | Rp. 5,650,000 / USD 325 |
16 pax and more, please contact us.
Optional add-on – Rimba Ecolodge overnight: from Rp. 1,600,000 / USD 90 per room/night (includes breakfast). High season surcharge June – September: +Rp. 200,000 / USD 10 per room/night.
Deluxe House Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 25,750,000 / USD 1,480 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 14,000,000 / USD 805 |
High season surcharge June – August 2026: Rp. 1,300,000 / USD 75 per trip.
Super Deluxe House Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 35,850,000 / USD 2,060 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 19,050,000 / USD 1,095 |
| 3 – 4 pax | Rp. 14,500,000 / USD 835 |
| 5 – 6 pax | Rp. 13,350,000 / USD 765 |
High season surcharge June – August 2026: Rp. 1,300,000 / USD 75 per trip. Optional: Night trekking Rp. 350,000 / USD 20 per person/night. Tree planting contribution Rp. 50,000 / USD 5 per person.
Orangutan and Dayak Tribe Tour – 5 Days 4 Nights
Day 1: Pangkalan Bun – Kumai Port – Tanjung Harapan
- Pickup from the airport and transfer to Kumai Port (15–20 minutes)
- Board the klotok and cruise up the Sekonyer River
- Lunch onboard
- Visit Tanjung Harapan Camp (3 PM) for orangutan feeding
- Observe proboscis monkeys in the trees
- Night jungle walk to spot nocturnal wildlife
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 2: Pondok Tanggui – Camp Leakey
- Breakfast on the boat
- Visit Pondok Tanggui for the 9 AM orangutan feeding
- Continue upriver to Camp Leakey
- Lunch onboard
- Afternoon orangutan feeding at 2 PM
- Firefly watching in the evening (weather dependent)
- Dinner and overnight on the boat
Day 3: Kumai – Pangkalan Bun – Dayak Village
- Breakfast in the village
- Morning activities with the locals and learn about traditional crafts
- Lunch on the way back
- Visit Kotawaringin Palace for photos
- Arrive in Pangkalan Bun and check in to hotel
- Dinner and overnight at the hotel
Day 4: Dayak Village – Pangkalan Bun
- After breakfast, explore the village surrounding. Engage in conversations and share stories with the locals. Assist with daily tasks and witness their manual works, including masks, carpets, statues, etc.
- In the afternoon, begin the journey back to Pangkalan Bun. Make a stop at the Kotawaringin Palace for photo opportunities.
- Lunch along the way.
- Arrive at Pangkalan Bun, transfer to the hotel.
- Dinner at the hotel.
Day 5: Hotel – Pangkalan Bun Aiport
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Transfer to the airport
Tour Price
Pricing varies depending on the size of your group and the boat type (view boat types here)
Klotok Standard Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 pax | Rp. 28,050,000 / USD 1,610 |
| 2 pax | Rp. 15,850,000 / USD 910 |
| 3 – 4 pax | Rp. 13,600,000 / USD 780 |
| 5 – 6 pax | Rp. 12,700,000 / USD 730 |
| 7 – 8 pax | Rp. 11,700,000 / USD 670 |
| 9 – 10 pax | Rp. 11,300,000 / USD 650 |
For groups over 10 pax, please contact us.
Optional add-on – Rimba Ecolodge overnight: from Rp. 1,600,000 / USD 90 per room/night (includes breakfast). High season surcharge June – September: +Rp. 200,000 / USD 10 per room/night.
Super Deluxe House Boat
| Group Size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 2 pax | Rp. 28,500,000 / USD 1,635 |
| 3 – 6 pax | Rp. 24,750,000 / USD 1,420 |
| 7 – 10 pax | Rp. 21,450,000 / USD 1,230 |
High season surcharge June – August 2026: Rp. 1,550,000 / USD 90 per trip. Optional: Night trekking Rp. 350,000 / USD 20 per person/night. Tree planting contribution Rp. 50,000 / USD 5 per person.
Boat Options
Standard Klotok
Traditional wooden boats with open-air decks and basic onboard facilities. They come with simple sleeping areas, a shared bathroom, and a roof made from canvas or rattan to protect from sun and rain. Standard Klotoks are not fancy, but they offer a real, down-to-earth way to explore the Borneo jungle.
Deluxe and Super Deluxe House Boat
The Deluxe and Super Deluxe boats have the same exterior and layout, but the interior setup is different. The Deluxe has one private cabin with a mosquito-netted bed, a shared bathroom, and a simple open deck with beanbags – a good option for solo travelers or couples who want something more comfortable than the standard boat.
The Super Deluxe has two private, air-conditioned cabins, each with two beds and its own ensuite bathroom. It’s better suited for small groups or families who want extra space and privacy.
What’s Included
- Private klotok boat with a bathroom
- 1-night guesthouse + 1-night hotel (only on 5D4N tour)
- Airport and land transfers
- English-speaking guide
- National park entry & permissions
- 1x night jungle trek & 1x tree planting activity (Only for trip with Standard Klotok Boat)
- Camera and video permits
- Drinking water, tea, coffee, fruit, snacks
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Crew: captain, assistant, and cook
- Donation of IDR 150,000 to Tanjung Puting conservation
What’s Excluded
- Domestic/international flights
- Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)
- Alcohol, soft drinks, personal expenses
- Surcharge of IDR 100.000/person/day/Camp applicable for every Sunday and National Holiday, to be paid upon arrival
- Extra expenses occurred due to causes beyond our control (force majeure) such as cancellations of flights, natural disasters, diseases, etc.
- Additional high season surcharge June – August 2026 (depends on the package chosen): start from IDR 950.000/trip – IDR 1.250.000/trip
- Any extra – surcharge if the Government suddenly raise fee or add new permits
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