Wow Borneo Orangutan Cruises
WOW Borneo operates orangutan cruises in Kalimantan or Indonesian Borneo, on the southern two-thirds of Borneo. Our maiden cruise, in February 2008, started from Palangka Raya in our first boat, named Rahai’i Pangun by the Dayak community. A traditional river vessel, it was converted into a comfortable cruise boat enabling guests to connect with local traditions and the rich diversity of flora and fauna.
Using the same model, WOW Borneo has expanded to five fully-equipped riverboats, all air-conditioned, ensuite cabins, and solar power fitted progressively.
Wow Borneo’s boats journey along three Kalimantan rivers, offering different, once-in-a-lifetime experiences for nature lovers.
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RAHAI’I PANGUN ORANGUTAN AND DAYAK VILLAGE CRUISE
Journeying along the Kahayan River, this cruise offers a combination of orangutan sightings at the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation pre-release islands, as well as cultural visits to riverside Dayak villages. Accompanied by our English speaking guide, the Rahai’i Pangun has 4 cabins, comfortably accommodating 8 people. Scheduled cruises depart Saturdays and Tuesdays, for cruises 3 to 5 days long.
ORANGUTANS IN THE TANJUNG PUTING NATIONAL PARK
Cruise into the famed Tanjung Puting Park aboard our air-conditioned boats, the Sekonyer, the Kumai or the Spirit of Lamandau, to observe orangutans in the remarkable, biodiverse forest. Accompanied our English speaking guides, enjoy outstanding comfort and service as you relax and explore this remote gem. Each vessel has solar panels, 3 air conditioned and ensuite cabins, and departs on scheduled join-in or private cruises from 3 to 5 days in length.
KATINGAN RIVER AND THE SEBANGAU NATIONAL PARK
The Spirit of Kalimantan accommodates 7 passengers in 4 air conditioned, comfortable cabins. She is an adventurous experience for our guests wanting to visit the famed Sebangau National Park. There is a chance to do a jungle trek, looking for wild orangutans, and later we explore villages and remarkable black water lake systems off the Katingan River. No other tourists there! Scheduled departures on Saturdays and Tuesdays for a 5 day cruise.
