- Wildlife observation and photography
- Orangutans and gibbons in Tanjung Puting NP
- To see the world’s largest lizards in Komodo National Park (varani)
- Overnight aboard a boat in the middle of the Indonesian jungle (2 cruises, 5 days on the boat)
- Accommodation in ship cabins and selected hotels
- Final relaxing day in Bali
Tour program:
1. – 2. DAY 2: BY AIR TO JAKARTA
Fly from Prague to Jakarta, upon arrival transfer to hotel. Welcome to Indonesia.
3. DAY 2: JAKARTA, PANGKALAN BUN, HOME OF ORANGUTANS
In the morning departure to Pangkalan Bun. Upon arrival at Pangkalan Bun, transfer to Kumai where we board the boat. Our boat will be a traditional wooden Klotok riverboat, from the top deck of which we can observe the rainforest through which we will be sailing throughout the journey. Lunch will be served before arriving at Tanjung Harapan, an orangutan rescue centre two hours away from Kumai. In the afternoon we will explore the river and observe monkeys along its banks. Overnight on the boat. (breakfast, dinner)
DAY 4-5: NP TANJUNG PUTING
We will spend two full days exploring the park. Our main points of interest will be the feeding sites of Pondok Tanguy (feeding time is at 9.00 am), Camp Leakey (feeding time at 2.30 pm) and Tanjung Harapan (feeding time at 3.00 pm). At all these sites we will have the opportunity to observe and photograph the orangutans up close. Occasionally, gibbons will also join their feeding. In addition to orangutans, macaques, kahau rhinos, wild pigs, crocodiles and numerous species of birds are also found in the park. Free time between feeding the orangutans can be spent on the boat exploring the river and enjoying the rich plant and animal life. The morning will be the best time for birdwatching along the river, while the afternoon will be spent watching the kahau nosed ones preparing to roost in the trees. Meals during the day will be provided by our on-board cook. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
6. DAY: NP TANJUNG PUTING, PANGKALAN BUN, SURABAYA, BALI
Very early in the morning we will sail back to Kumai port, from where we will transfer to Surabaya around noon and from there to Bali. Transfer to hotel in Kuta area (breakfast).
7. DAY 7: BALI, LABUHAN BAJO, RINCA ISLAND, KALONG ISLAND
Morning flight to Labuan Bajo, followed by a short drive to the port where we board the boat and sail towards Rinca Island. Lunch will be served on board. Rinca is one of the small islands in the Komodo National Park, home to water buffalo, wild pigs, deer, monkeys and KOMODO VARANS. Once we arrive, the ranger will first introduce us to Rinca Island. This will be followed by a trek around the island where we will be able to observe Komodo varans and other wildlife. From Rinca Island, we will then continue by boat to Kalong Island, typical of the mangroves that surround it and an ideal habitat for the Kalon, which fly off the island in the early evening to find food. Dinner will be prepared for you on the boat before going to bed. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
8. DAY: KALONG ISLAND, RINCA, PADAR, KOMODO ISLAND
After breakfast, we will sail to Padar Island, about two and a half hours sailing on our boat. Padar is the third largest island in the Komodo Park complex and offers an amazing hike to the top of the island. Here we will anchor in a quiet bay of Padar Island and climb to the highest point of the island. The climb takes approximately one hour and from the top you will enjoy a spectacular view of the entire Komodo archipelago. After the descent we will have the opportunity to swim and snorkel in the quiet bay of Padar Island. We will then sail to Komodo Island. In the afternoon, we will walk to Ban Nggulung where we will observe Komodo crows. It’s about a two-kilometer walk. Then we will return to the boat. Overnight. (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
9. DAY: KOMODO ISLAND, PINK BEACH, LABUAN BAJO
Today we’ll go on another exploration of the jungles of Komodo Island, this time to Cape Banunggulung. We will then sail to the famous “Pink Beach”, which offers beautiful underwater life full of coral and colourful fish. After spending some time relaxing here, we return to Labuan Bajo for an overnight stay (breakfast, lunch).
10. DAY 10: LABUAN BAJO, BALI
This day we will take a trip to the famous Batu Cermin cave. Batu Cermin is the Indonesian name for Mirror Rock. Depending on the time of year, the sun shines into the canyon between 9am and 10am and reflects off the walls, creating a spectacular visual effect. From here we will head to the airport and fly from Labuan Bajo directly to Bali. Arrive in Bali, transfer to hotel. (breakfast)
11. DAY 11: FREE DAY IN BALI
Rest by the sea:-)
DAY 12-13: RETURN TO THE CZECH REPUBLIC BY AIR
Transfer to the airport, then fly back to the Czech Republic.
Further information
Price includes:
- accommodation according to itinerary (2-bed rooms in hotels, 2-4 bed ship cabins)
- program and transport according to itinerary (4 local flights)
- meals according to itinerary (full board during the stay on the ship, breakfast in hotels)
- 2 litres of drinking water/person/day
- guide service
- local guides and chefs
- services of local guides in Tanjung Puting NP and Komodo NP
- entrance fees to national parks
- fees for the use of photographic equipment in the NP
- travel insurance against bankruptcy
Tour price does not include:
- international airfare – currently from 27 000 CZK (departure Prague, current price as of March 2023)
- visa – approx. 800 CZK
- other meals and drinks
- tips for local driver and guide
- medical expenses insurance including cancellation insurance (we will be happy to arrange)
- other optional programmes or purchases for personal use
- snorkelling or diving equipment
- compulsory single room supplement in case of vacancy – quotation on request
To enter the country, travelers must present:
a. Passport valid for a minimum of 6 (six) months from the date of entry into Indonesia.
b. A return ticket or a connecting ticket to another country.
Group size: maximum 8 participants.
Tour organizer: CK Enjoy Travel
Note: Program subject to change. In case of worsening epidemiological situation, CK reserves the right to postpone the date of the tour.
