HIGHLIGHTS

• Visit the world famous Borobudur and Prambanan temples
• Take in the art and history of the Yogyakarta region
• Visit pristine rainforest in search of orangutans (both wild and reintroduced)
• Travel jungle rivers to view proboscis, ebony and grey macaque monkeys
• Exciting boat trip on the Sekonyer river
• Part of your expedition cost is directly donated to help save orangutans and rainforests

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrive in Destination Port; Denpasar, Bali
Upon your arrival you will be met at the airport and transferred to your overnight accommodation in Bali the Holiday Inn Resort.
Day 2 : Bali to Yogyakarta - Prambanan - Yogyakarta Palace
This morning you will be transferred to the airport to meet your flights to Yogyakarta. On arrival you will start the day with a visit Prambanan Temple; a Hindu complex made up of a series of individual temples set on a huge open plain. Here, you will learn about the history of the temples and the massive rebuilding effort that is currently underway.  You will then stop for an early lunch in a nearby restaurant before visiting the Yogyyakarta Palace. At the palace you will learn about the Javanese culture and how it continues to play a large role in the lives of the local people. On your way back to your hotel you will stop for a short visit to the water temple, also known as Taman Sari. You will then be transferred to the Swiss BelBoutique Yogyakarta for your overnight accommodation.  (B,L)
Day 3: Mount Merapi Lava Tour – City Tour
This morning you will be transferred to the Mount Merapi region about 28 kilometres north of Yogyarkarta to board 4WD vehicles to visit the volcano lava fields. This will be followed by a Yogyakarta city tour where you will see the local craft of batik and silver making. This evening you have free time to spend the evening relaxing by the pool or take a stroll down Jalan Malioboro for some shopping. (B,L)
Optional extra: You have the option of watching the Ramayana Ballet on one of your nights in Yogyakarta. The Hindu love story is performed by hundreds of dancers with the remarkable backdrop of Prambanan in the background.
Day 4: Borobudur - Semarang
This morning you will wake early to transfer to Borobudur to view the magnificent sunset over the biggest Buddhist temple in the world. As the sun rises you will take in the peaceful temple and the beauty of the surrounding hills. After your visit to Borobudur you will visit two other nearby Buddhist temples; Mendut Temple and Pawon. You will have lunch in a local restaurant then transfer by car to Semarang for your overnight accommodation. (B,L)
Day 5: Semarang - Borneo (Pangkalan Bun)
This morning you will be transferred to the airport to meet your direct flight to Pangkalan Bun. On arrival in Pangkalan Bun you will be met by your Orangutan Odysseys guide and taken directly to Kumai harbour to meet your klotok and start you journey into the National Park looking for wildlife along the way. Overnight aboard the klotok (river boat). (B)
 Day 6: Pangkalan Bun - Camp Leakey - Crocodile Lake
This morning you will travel up the Sekonyer river to Camp Leakey; the oldest camp set up for the orphaned orangutans. Upon arrival at Camp Leakey you will take a short trek in the surrounding rainforest's and meet some of the resident orangutans and their caretakers, followed by a visit to the museum. You will then head back to the klotok for lunch, where you may see more orangutans. After lunch head back the down river to Pondok Tanggui for orangutan feeding. At the end of the day you will be given a tour of the surrounding forest area, then cruise down Camp Leakey River to your overnight location at Crocodile Lake. Whilst here, you will likely see other wildlife of Borneo such as macaques and proboscis monkeys. Overnight on the klotok. (B,L,D)
Day 7 : Rimba Lodge - Pondok Tanggui - Pesalat Reforestation
Today you will travel up river to Pesalat Plantation where you will plant some trees to help regenerate the forest. After lunch, you will take a tour of the local village, and in the afternoon you will slowly travel down river, stopping along the way to watch the proboscis monkeys on the riverbanks. As dusk falls we will travel back to Kumai harbour and enjoy a dinner along the river as we go. Overnight in Pangkalan Bun at Swiss Belinn hotel. (B,L,D)
Day 8 : Pangkalan Bun - Denpasar (Bali) *
This morning you will transfer to the airport for your flight back to Bali. You tour concludes upon your arrival in Denpasar. (B)

*We can arrange additional accommodation and day trips to the wonderful sights and cultural experiences of Bali. Please contact us for more information.

Note: If you would like to stay at Rimba Lodge instead of the klotok, this can be arranged. Please get in contact to discuss the details and additional costs.
 

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

INCLUSIONS

• Domestic airfares
• Accommodations in Bali, Yoyakarta 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)
• Entry fees
• National park fees
• Airport transfers
• Captain and assistants on board the klotok
• Experienced local guides
• Donation for a one-off orangutan adoption
• Orangutan Odysseys travel pack
• Ranger and local guide fees, boat mooring fees

EXCLUSIONS

• International airfares and any expenses due to flight delay or cancellation
• Travel Insurance
• Personal expenses - alcohol, laundry, phone calls
• Tipping