Orangutans are great apes native to the rainforests of Indonesia and Malaysia. They are now found only in parts of Borneo and Sumatra, but during the Pleistocene they ranged throughout Southeast Asia and South China. Classified in the genus Pongo, orangutans were originally considered to be one species. From 1996, they were divided into two species: the Bornean orangutan (P. pygmaeus, with three subspecies) and the Sumatran orangutan (P. abelii). A third species, the Tapanuli orangutan (P. tapanuliensis), was identified definitively in 2017. The orangutans are the only surviving species of the subfamily Ponginae, which diverged genetically from the other hominids (gorillas, chimpanzees, and humans) between 19.3 and 15.7 million years ago.
The most arboreal of the great apes, orangutans spend most of their time in trees. They have proportionally long arms and short legs, and have reddish-brown hair covering their bodies. Adult males weigh about 75 kg (165 lb), while females reach about 37 kg (82 lb). Dominant adult males develop distinctive cheek pads or flanges and make long calls that attract females and intimidate rivals; younger subordinate males do not and more resemble adult females. Orangutans are the most solitary of the great apes: social bonds occur primarily between mothers and their dependent offspring. Fruit is the most important component of an orangutan's diet, but they will also eat vegetation, bark, honey, insects and bird eggs. They can live over 30 years, both in the wild and in captivity.
Orangutans are among the most intelligent primates. They use a variety of sophisticated tools and construct elaborate sleeping nests each night from branches and foliage. The apes' learning abilities have been studied extensively. There may be distinctive cultures within populations. Orangutans have been featured in literature and art since at least the 18th century, particularly in works that comment on human society. Field studies of the apes were pioneered by primatologist Birutė Galdikas and they have been kept in captive facilities around the world since at least the early 19th century.
All three orangutan species are considered critically endangered. Human activities have caused severe declines in populations and ranges. Threats to wild orangutan populations include poaching (for bushmeat and retaliation for consuming crops), habitat destruction and deforestation (for palm oil cultivation and logging), and the illegal pet trade. Several conservation and rehabilitation organisations are dedicated to the survival of orangutans in the wild.[sumber: wikipedia]
Itinerary
Day 1 Pangkalan Bun - Tanjung Puting (L,D)
Arrive at Pangkalan Bun and directly transfer to Kumai village for boarding the houseboat to Tanjung Puting National Park. The houseboat is a traditional wooden river boat with roof forms the upper deck where you can view the rainforest as it glides by. The boat crew including the boatman, cook and expert guide. In the afternoon, we will slowly explore the quite river by the houseboat while observing the primates along the riverside. In the peaceful evening, we can do night trekking to explore wildlife, such as; tarantula, sleeping birds, frogs, mousedeers, insects, etc. The houseboat facilities; mattress, pillow, fine meals, bottled "mineral" water, mosquito net, kitchen, and simple toilet available on boat besides the familiar helpful guides and boatmen. Lunch, dinner and staying overnight on houseboat
After breakfast, we board the houseboat for cruising to Pondok Tanguy to explore the rehabilitation center of the new ex-captive orangutans. Next, return to houseboat for sailing upward the creek to Camp Leakey where the older orangutans are reintroduced into the rainforest. At the station, you have opportunity to trek into the rainforest with your expert guide and forest rangers to appreciate the flora as well as viewing wild orangutans, gibbons, macaques, and birds. In the afternoon, we proceed to feeding station to see rehabilitated orangutans are given additional foods. We will then sail back down the river and overnight on houseboat. Lunch and dinner will be served on houseboat.
Day 3 Tanjung Puting - Airtport (B)
Breakfast at houseboat and then cruising down the river into Kumai village while exploring the wildlife on riverside. Afterwards, driving to airport for your flight to next destination.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Meeting point : Pangkalanbun Airport (arrival before 13.00) or hotel at 08.00
Ending point : Pangkalanbun Airport (flight departure after 14.00) or hotel
What you need to BRING :
- Flashlight
- Lightweight blanket
- Long sleeves & legs clothing
- Good comfy footware
- Rain poncho
- Insect repellant
- - AC Land transportation
- - Houseboat
- - Accomodation based on twin share : 2 Nights at houseboat in Sekonyer River
- - Entrance fee, donation & Refreshment
- - English speaking guide
- - Meals
Inclusions
Exclusions
| Flight Ticket | |
| Airport taxes and extra baggage fees | |
| Travel insurance | |
| Expenses incurred due to Force Majeure | |
| Personal expenses |
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