Who can resist an orangutan? Well, a lot actually.
To start, try the companies producing palm oil or illegal loggers who are decimating magnificent forests of Borneo. The result of this is that the habitat of the orangutan is shrinking fast, and the habitats of all other living species trees like the roar of chainsaws and forests fall.
My particular theory is that the more people who make the trip to visit these critically endangered species, the more attention will be given to them.
There are two ways to see the orangutans, those in nature, or those in the many "rehabilitation" centers scattered throughout Sarawak and Kalimantan. Rehabilitation centers are the easiest, although I found it rather like circus antics with the almost scripted moment for worshiping tourists that flock to these power sanctuaries.
One of the easiest access is the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre a few miles outside the capital, Kuching. Here are 29 orangutans live in just 650 acres of preserved rainforest. Unfortunately for a company of this size, the area is far too small. They are nomads and usually pretty solitary creatures. Males rarely tolerate other males in their jungle land and in this particular center, aggression in older alpha male is increasingly common.
Rehabilitation is a wonderful concept, but it has not yet proven. Those in "captivity" have a contact with humans and naturally pick up unknown strains of bacteria for orangutans in the wild. Once released, it was found that wild orangutans succumb too easily to human diseases which they have no immunity.
That said, if you ever had the experience of seeing an orangutan, the center not disappointed; they are simply adorable to look at, very intelligent with the use of basic tools and their ability to reason. I read a recent report from Zoo Atlanta, where two female orangutan now play competitive video games! It was noted that in this particular sanctuary alpha males will actually plan their day in advance, working on various times to move and scout various locations where they will spend the night.
For the more adventurous and eager to see orangutans in the wild, it is best to venture to the wonders of Kalimantan. The Gamung National Park just across the border in West Kalimantan Sarawak is the least visited national park in Indonesia. The density of wildlife is amazing and if you are lucky you can spot the rare brown langur and incredibly shy
Tourism, in the case of orangutans, is a good thing, as more people who visit will certainly bring more pressure to their fate. More people notice, most people make noise, simple.
Borneo is one of the most incredible places on earth them. third largest island and home of the world for species that mankind has not yet discovered. The profit resumed here that oil palm plantations now cover vast tracts of land where ancient forests once flourished. These easy to grow are actually a scourge, as when their life cycle ended not much can be grown; the tree will suck all the nutrients of the soil.
short-term thinking for a quick return, while the acrobatic gibbons, proboscis monkeys shy and majestic orangutan will one day be no more with us.
Malaysia (Sarawak) is much visited Kalimantan. Its attractions are promoted and developed for tourism. If Kalimantan visit, it is a good idea to learn some basic Indonesian phrases, as English is not widely spoken. Better yet get a guide for the duration of your stay. The culture of Kalimantan is rich, deep forests and so much more friendly people. Check with local government offices in the four provinces as they will be delighted to help.
So if you do go, you'll never know.
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The simplest and most effective way to get to Sarawak or Kalimantan is stealing.
Air Malaysia KL via daily flights to Kuching, the capital of the region.
Kalimantan for the best option is to search for Jakarta offers. Air Asia now runs a weekly flight from Denpasar 3 X -. Kota Kinabalu
BY SEA
For the more adventurous, ferries to and from Borneo can be boarded several places in Indonesia. Trawl the web for the best routes for you.
NATIONAL PARKS AND WILDLIFE CENTER
Semenggoh WILDLIFE CENTRE SARAWAK
If the path a whistle, this is the fastest and most easy to see the orangutans. If you use public transportation, take bus No. 6 on cooperation Sarawak Transport. at the main gate and walk the rest of the way (about 20 minutes). Easier yet, take a taxi for 30 minutes drive from the center of Kuching.
GAMUNG Palung NATIONAL PARK, Kalimantan
Strongly recommended. For the simplest is to get there Contact:
Nasalis Tour & Travel, a nonprofit organization owned and operated by the National Park
Phone :. +62 534 7722701
Email: nasalis_tour_travel@yahoo.com or info@borneotourgigant.com
FLEET NATIONAL Kutai, Kalimantan EAST
the park is adjacent to the main city of Samarinda.
To arrange access and visits Pak Supiani just give a call on +62 (0) 8134638803
WHERE TO SLEEP AND EAT
Well well you can not take my word for it. Do what I do and visit the Lonely Planet Thorn Tree section and take advice from other travelers. You can also see that Trip Advisor has to say.
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