Keep a look out for proboscis monkeys, macaques, hornbills, wild boars and, of course, that elusive flash of tawny fur that signals the arrival of an orangutan, as you float through the jungle.
The jungles of Kalimantan are dense and lush, home to a cornucopia of plants and animals that make the forests sing with life. Though the jungle is impenetrable in places on foot, if you take to the river it’s a different story. Wow Borneo’s traditional-style, wooden riverboats cruise smoothly through central Kalimantan’s winding waterways, taking you deeper into the wild landscape.
The boats range in size from 3-5 cabins, allowing a handful of passengers to spend a few nights on board, waking each morning to the jungle’s unique sounds and stargazing from the deck by night. The cabins are cosy but simple, with plenty of space on deck to sit and watch the world go by and enjoy meals together with your fellow travellers. Wind your way up the river watching the banks for wildlife.
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Location & Highlights
- Traditional wooden riverboats
- Simple cabins
- Home-cooked meals
- Orangutan & wildlife watching
Why we love it
“Seeing the jungle from the river was awe-inspiring, an experience we’ll never forget. The crew were fantastic too.”
Get up close
Getting to see Kalimantan’s extraordinary jungle landscape is one of Asia’s great experiences, and there’s no better way to do so than by riverboat cruise. Travelling by river gets you as close as can be to the region’s diverse wildlife, and gives you the rare chance to observe orangutans in their natural habitat.
Take it slow
Travelling by wooden riverboat along Kalimantan’s winding waterways encourages you to settle into the change of pace. Following where the river leads, you make your way at a steady speed as the rhythms of the jungle unfold around you – no diversions, no hurry. Take a pew on deck, and watch as the sun rises high in the midday sky, and sinks again behind the treeline.
What can you do with WOW Borneo?
Sit on deck watching the riverbank for wildlife, and see orangutans in their natural environment. Visit local communities to learn about conservation and everyday life in the rainforest, explore the river by motorised canoe, and immerse yourself in one of the world’s most extraordinary environments.
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