While orangutans are known for their intelligence and peaceful character, it is sometimes overlooked how their personalities vary significant across individuals… just like humans. Meet here the fascinating personalities of some of the orangutans around Bukit Lawang in Gunung Leuser National Park. Fascinating PersonalitiesBukit Lawang Orangutans Because of the past orangutan rehabilitation initiative in Bukit […]
In A Nutshell. Tana Toraja is famous for its unique funeral ceremonies and animal sacrifices to celebrate the dead. Less known are the scenic hikes through bamboo forests, coffee & cacao plantations, rice terraces and traditional villages with Tongkanans, friendly locals and cheerful children ready to play. Tana TorajaThe Ultimate Guide What to do in […]
Bukit Lawang is a tiny village in Sumatra and the gateway to see orangutans as part of an adventurous trek through Gunung Leuser National Park. One of the most diverse tropical ecosystems on the planet, this Sumatran jungle is also home to other big mammals like elephants, rhinos, tigers and leopards. Bukit LawangThe Ultimate Guide […]
The Komodo dragon is the largest living species of lizards that is only found in the Indonesian islands of Komodo, Rinca, Flores, and Gili Motang. While they have lived for millions of years, they have only been discovered by Western scientists in 1910. And because the immense size and killer appearance of the Komodo Dragon […]
In A Nutshell. Flores is the gateway to see the world famous Komodo dragons in Komodo- & Rinca Island. While it’s home to an alluring archipelago with lush, volcanic landscapes, it is also the perfect destination for hikers and adventurous travellers to get off-the-beaten-path. Flores & KomodoThe Ultimate Guide What are the best Komodo & […]
In A Nutshell. Tanjung Puting is among the best places on earth to see orangutans. In a beautiful setting in a wooden “Klotok” boat, you cruise through the lush jungle, make jungle treks, visit ranger stations, have dinner prepared by your private chef, and exciting overnights on the jungle river under the stars. Tanjung PutingThe […]
Tanjung Puting is quite a detour from most people’s holiday itinerary, because there is not much else to do around Pangkalan Bun. So you want to make sure that the Borneo Orangutan Tour is worth the hassle to get here. Here a few tips to help you choose a reliable tour operator and get a […]
