Borneo Wildlife Adventure III

Duration: 07 Days/06 Nights

Grade: Easy

Borneo or Kalimantan is conservatively estimated to hold 223 mammals, including 44 of it is endemic which is not found in anywhere else in the world, 420 resident birds with 37 is endemic, 100 amphibians and more than 400 species of fish with 19 of it is endemic. This mighty island is also home to thousands of plants, lichens and fungi, which in turn form the base of a food chain that nurtures a wide array of species. At least another 15,000 plants of which 6,000 species are found nowhere else in the world. The swamps, mangroves, lowlands and montane forests are the characteristic of the island. The flora and fauna of Borneo is very colorful, impressive, and various, scattered from the high ground into the lowest level of the mighty island. They are magnificent and attracting many scientists and travelers to come and being fascinated.

Day 01  ARRIVAL IN PALANGKA RAYA – SEBANGAU NATIONAL PARK – SUNGAI GOHONG VILLAGE

Arrive at Palangka Raya airport with morning flight and directly transfer to Kerang Bangkirai Port to get the boat crossing the fascinating black river through lush pandanus trees to reach Sungai Koran Station of Sebangau National Park. We will then explore the jungle with hope to spot wildlife such as orangutans, gibbons, monkeys, snakes, etc. Return to Kereng Bangkirai Port and then driving to Sungai Gohong Village for check in to the local hotel. (L,D)

Day 02  SUNGAI GOHONG VILLAGE – ORANGUTAN ISLAND – TUMBANG NUSA – BANJARMASIN

After breakfast, we will proceed to the jetty for catching our motorized canoe to approach the Orangutan Island while sightseeing the beautiful natural black river and rainforest around, just keep an eye out for monkeys and birds.  We will the driving across the beautiful peat swamp forest landscape to reach Tumbang Nusa Forest to visit the Peat Swamp Reforestation Project. If we are lucky, we can meet wild animals such orangutan, macaques, gibbon, etc. Afterwards, continue driving to Banjarmasin to stay overnight at the hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 03  FLOATING MARKET – KINTAP

Early in the morning, we will leave to the floating market to explore the unique culture of Banjarese that trade commodities from boat to boat, then return to hotel crossing Banjarmasin River while sightseeing people activities at riverside. Afterwards, we will drive for about 3 hours to Kintap town crossing beautiful landscape of Meratus Mountain. Lunch will be served en route, dinner and overnight at a local hotel in Kintap town. (B,L,D)

Day 04  KINTAP – BATU LICIN

After breakfast, we will catch our boat to cruise the Asam River to spot crocodiles, proboscis monkeys, langurs, birds, and other wild animals. Afterwards, proceed to Batu Licin to stay overnight at the local hotel. Lunch and dinner will be served at local restaurants, staying overnight at the local hotel in Batu Licin. (B,L,D)

Day 05 BATU LICIN – LIANG BANGKAI CAVE – LANGARA HILL – LOKSADO

After breakfast, we will proceed to Liang Bangkai Cave to explore the natural rock formation and Pre-historic trace. We will then driving across rainforest and mountainous landscape into Lumpangi Village to hike the Langara hill top to view an amazing blend of river, rainforest, and mountain. Afterwards, continue driving to Loksado to stay overnight at the lodge. (B,L,D)

Day 06 BAMBOO RAFTING – SULTAN ADAM FOREST PARK

After breakfast, we will have a short trekking to Dayak land for exploring the rainforest, longhouse, and the waterfall nearby the village. We will then taking the adventure trip of bamboo rafting across beautiful landscape of tropical rainforest along the Amandit riverside. Afterwards, driving to Sultan Adam Forest Park for check in to the resort. We can spend the afternoon with tea or coffee while enjoying the beautiful view of Meratus Mountain landscape from the resort.  (B,L,D)

Day 07  SULTAN ADAM FOREST PARK – DEPARTURE

Breakfast at the resort while enjoying the misty of Meratus Mountain and the sound of the nature. Free at yor own leisure till the proper time for transferring to Banjarmasin airport for your flight to the next destination. (B)

Included:

• AC land transportation
• Motorized boats
• Accommodation based on twin share:
  01 Night at local hotel in Sungai Gohong Village
  01 Night at 4 stars hotel in Banjarmasin
  01 Night at local hotel in Kintap
  01 Night at local hotel in Batulicin
  01 Night at Loksado Lodge
  01 Night at resort in Sultan Adam Forest Park
• Entrance fee, donation & refreshments
• English speaking guide
• Meals as stated on program, indicated as (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: dinner)

Excluded:

• Airfares
• Airport taxes and extra baggage fees
• Travel insurance
• Expenses incurred due to Force Majeure
• Personal expenses