HIGHLIGHTS
- Cruise on your river boat through the amazing Tanjung Puting Mational park
- See orangutans in the wild
- Explore the wonderful cultural of Yogyakarta city
- Visit world heritage listed temples
- See the awesome wildlife of Borneo

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EXPEDITION OVERVIEW
This 9 Day Tanjung Puting and Yogyakarta Experience tour will take you to Yogyakarta, the cultural heart of Java and the Tanjung Puting National Park, a popular orangutan viewing location in Central Kalimantan.
Yogyakarta is a cultural hub known for its unique culture, arts and massive ancient temples. During your time in Yogyakarta, you will travel in a private air-conditioned car with our expert guide to the major temples of Pramban and Borobudur as well as other important historical sights. You will stay in a modern boutique hotel with amazing views over the city of Yogyakarta and you will eat delicious meals in delightful local restaurants.
Tanjung Puting National Park is a unique place in itself. It is not only home to the orangutan, but also the rare proboscis monkey and the false gavial crocodile. During your time in the park, you will be living aboard our river boat known as a klotok. The klotok is well equipped with essential amenities. At night you will sleep on the deck on comfortable mattresses with mosquito nets. Our crew will cook up delicious meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The klotok comes fully equipped with safety features including life vests and a first aid kit. When you're not walking through the jungle, you can relax on deck watching the wildlife, read a book or laze the day away.
EXPEDITION GOALS
Our goal is to provide our guests with a unique experience whilst observing wild and semi-wild orangutans in their natural habitat. We will provide you with a safe platform to observe the wildlife that Borneo has to offer; including proboscis monkeys, gibbons and more. We will also provide you with comprehensive information about the destination you are in, so that you are fully informed about your surroundings. Our joint effort with The Orangutan Project continues to support conservation programs in both Borneo and Sumatra. Each guest's fare includes the cost of a one-year orangutan adoption package.
WHAT TO EXPECT
You are embarking on an adventure to places and amongst people whose lives are very different from your own. Many aspects of life in Indonesia will seem unusual. Remember that these are often the same aspects that make an area an exotic and attractive destination. While boat expeditions are considered easy, no trek is easy; even those rated "easy or moderate". In addition to the personal physical challenges you may face, travel conditions can present unexpected obstacles, such as rough and bumpy roads and changeable weather. To prepare for this "pack" a flexible and relaxed attitude. Bring a spirit of adventure and inquiry, a healthy sense of humour and a willingness to encounter the unexpected and you will find your trip to Indonesia the adventure of a lifetime!
ITINERARY - 5th to 13th May 2026
*Subject to change due to local conditions
Day 1: 5th May - Arrival in Denpasar, Bali
Upon arrival at Denpasar Airport, you will be greeted and transferred to the Holiday Inn Resort in Bali for your overnight stay. Details of the location for the Holiday Inn staff will meet you at the airport will be sent later.
Meals: Nil
Day 2: 6th May - Yogyakarta: Temples and Culture (Bali to Yogyakarta)
This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Yogyakarta. Upon arrival, you will be met in the arrival hall by your OO guide. He will be holding a sign with your names. the Yogyakarta Palace. Immerse yourself in Javanese culture and learn about its continued importance in local life. En route to your hotel, make a brief stop at Taman Sari, the water temple. Your overnight accommodation will be at the Swiss BelBoutique Yogyakarta.
Meals: B, L
Day 3: 7th May - Yogyakarta City (Yogyakarta)
Your exploration begins with an afternoon visit to Prambanan Temple, a significant Hindu complex featuring numerous individual temples on a vast plain. Discover the temple's history and the ongoing restoration efforts. Enjoy an early a dinner at a nearby restaurant before proceeding to with the captivating Ramayana Ballet, a Hindu love story performed by numerous dancers against the stunning backdrop of Prambanan.
Meals: B
Day 4: 8th May– Mt. Merapi - Borobudur
Today's adventure takes you to the Mount Merapi region, approximately 28 kilometers north of Yogyakarta. Board 4WD vehicles to explore the volcano's lava fields. Check Sarasvati Hotel at Borobudur
Meals:B,L
Day 5: 9th May - Borobudur Sunrise and Semarang (Yogyakarta to Semarang)
A very early start takes you to Borobudur to witness magnificent sunrise over the world's largest Buddhist temple. As the sun ascends, appreciate the temple's tranquility and the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Following your Borobudur visit, explore the nearby Buddhist temples of Mendut and Pawon. After lunch at a local restaurant, you will be transferred by car to Semarang for your overnight stay.
Meals: B,L
Day 6: 10th May - Journey to Borneo (Semarang - Pangkalan Bun - Tanjung Puting NP)
This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your direct flight to Pangkalan Bun in Borneo. Our local guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to Kumai, a riverside town where you will board a traditional klotok (riverboat). Your 3-day/2-night klotok adventure into Tanjung Puting National Park begins here. We will cruise slowly along the river, keeping an eye out for orangutans and other wildlife. In the afternoon, we will visit the first orangutan feeding station at Tanjung Harapan. As the day ends, we will return to the river to search for proboscis monkeys before spending the night on the klotok.
Meals: B,L,D
Day 7; 11th May- Tanjung Puting National Park - Camp Leakey
We start early, traveling up the Sekonyer River by klotok towards Camp Leakey, the oldest sanctuary for orphaned orangutans. Along the way, be sure to watch for wild orangutans, various bird species, monkeys, and other wildlife in the riverside trees. Upon reaching Camp Leakey, lunch will be served on the klotok before a short trek to the information center. Orangutan sightings are common near the boat. After observing the afternoon feeding and exploring the surrounding forest, we will cruise down the Camp Leakey River to Crocodile Lake for the night, with opportunities to spot gibbons and proboscis monkeys. Overnight on the klotok. (B,L,D)
Day 8:12th May - Tanjung Puting National Park - Pondok Tanggui - Pangkalan Bun
Following breakfast on the river, we will head to Pondok Tanggui, the second orangutan feeding station. After lunch, a visit to a local village is planned. In the afternoon, we will slowly make our way downriver, pausing to observe proboscis monkeys along the banks. As dusk settles, we will return to Kumai harbor, enjoying dinner on the river with the magical display of fireflies. You will then be transferred to the Mecure Hotel in Pangkalan Bun for the night.
Meals: B,L,D
Day 9: 13th May - Departure from Bali (Pangkalan Bun to Denpasar)
This morning, you will be transferred to the airport for your flights (2 via Surabaya or Jakarta)) back to Bali. Your tour concludes upon your arrival in Denpasar.
Meals: B
Note: All arrangements on arrival in Bali by yourselves.
INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS
INCLUSIONS
- Domestic airfares (15kgs is the maximum allowance)
- Accommodations in Bali, Yogyakarta and Pangkalan Bun (twin share or single supplement available)
- Accommodation on board our river boat (klotok)
- All meals as noted in the itinerary (B,L,D)
- National park fees
- Airport transfers
- Captain and assistants on board the klotok
- Experienced local guide
- Ranger and local guide fees, boat mooring fees
EXCLUSIONS
- International airfares and any expenses due to flight delay or cancellation
- Visas and visa fees
- Travel Insurance (Mandatory)
- Personal expenses -alcohol, laundry, phone calls
- Tipping
- Excess baggage fee if over 20kgs
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ACTIVITIES
- Orangutan and wildlife viewing
- Reforestation program
- Bird watching
- River cruising
- Borobudur & Prambanan temples
- Yogykarta culture
- Mt. Merapi 4wd tour
- and much more

You will be supporting The Orangutan Project (TOP) in their work protecting orangutans, as well as vital environmental research. You will also be helping Friends of The National Park in regenerating areas of cleared rainforest.