Tanjung Puting

Tanjung Puting National Park is an iconic conservation area in Central Borneo, home to one of the world's largest populations of wild orangutans. The quintessential experience involves a multi-day journey on a 'Klotok', a traditional wooden riverboat that serves as your hotel as you drift down the Sekonyer River. A visit to Camp Leakey is essential, where you can witness orangutans in their natural habitat and learn about decades of rehabilitation efforts. The park also teems with proboscis monkeys, crocodiles, and exotic birds. The dense rainforest canopy creates a mystical atmosphere, especially under the morning mist. Onboard meals feature authentic Indonesian flavors prepared fresh by the boat crew. Fly into Pangkalan Bun to begin your adventure. The best time to visit is during the dry season from May to September. It is a profound journey into one of the most biodiverse places on Earth.

Nearby cities

Semarang

Semarang is the capital of Central Java, a bustling port city with a rich colonial past.

Surakarta (Solo)

Surakarta, commonly known as Solo, is a city in Central Java and a sister royal city to Yogyakarta.

Wonosobo

The gateway to the mystical Dieng Plateau, surrounded by cool mountain air.

Tambak Harjo

A coastal area in Semarang, known for its proximity to the airport and its popular local recreational beaches.

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Kuripan

A peaceful coastal spot on the north coast of Central Java, known for its calm sea and authentic local culture.

Dieng Plateau

A mystical highland featuring ancient Hindu temples, colorful lakes, and steaming volcanic craters.

Karangbolong

A fascinating coastal spot in Central Java, famous for its spectacular caves, cliffs, and the tradition of edible bird's nest harvesting.

History & landmarks

Magelang

A city in Central Java known as the gateway to the majestic Borobudur Temple and its surrounding volcanoes.

Sukuh Temple

A 15th-century Javanese-Hindu temple that is notable for its distinctive pyramid shape and explicit fertility-themed reliefs.

Sam Poo Kong Temple

The oldest Chinese temple in Semarang, Central Java, dedicated to the Chinese explorer Admiral Zheng He.

More places

Karimunjawa National Park

An archipelago of 27 islands in the Java Sea, known for its pristine white sandy beaches, clear waters, and coral reefs.

Sangiran Early Man Site

An important archaeological excavation site where fossils of Homo erectus, known as 'Java Man', were discovered.

Lawang Sewu

A landmark building in Semarang which served as the headquarters of the Dutch East Indian Railway Company.

Gedong Songo Temples

A group of Hindu temples located on the slopes of Mount Ungaran, built during the Medang Kingdom era.

Mount Merapi

One of Indonesia's most active and dangerous volcanoes, located between Central Java and Yogyakarta.

Prambanan Temple

A 9th-century Hindu temple compound dedicated to the Trimurti: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva.

Borobudur Temple

The world's largest Buddhist temple from the 9th century, a masterpiece of Indonesian architecture.

Dieng Plateau

A marshy plateau that forms the caldera of a prehistoric volcano, known for its ancient Hindu temples and volcanic lakes.