About
Orangutan Viajes and your tour guide
Your tour guide, Yusuf
Yusuf was born in Kumai and has lived there all his life.
After leaving school, Yusuf was forced to work in the illegal logging industry along with his brothers to help support his family.
However, Yusuf always had a passion for nature and animals, and dreamed of becoming a guide. He wanted to work for a good cause and give back to the environment while also providing opportunities for his family and friends.
Yusuf followed his heart and managed to leave the logging industry to begin working as a guide where he learned about plants, animals and conservation. Most importantly, he met orangutans and developed a deep love and respect for them. He understood them, and they understood him.
Through his job as a guide Yusuf has been able to give back to his family, his community and the environment. He has provided financial assistance for his younger brothers to attend university and supports his community by training and employing local staff.
Yusuf’s dream is to one day run his own tour guide company where he can continue to support his community and protect the beautiful rainforest that he calls home.
Our Boats
Klotok or traditional wooden boat is as one of transportation in Central Kalimantan and in Tanjung Puting. We have designed it for tourists.
Your boat experience is complete with a skilled crew of tour guides, captain, assistant captain and cook, who are friendly and helpful.
Sleeping on the boat during your trip in Tanjung Puting is the best way and you will get a great experience while sleeping in the open air and hearing the jungle music.
We have 3 types of Boats: small, medium and large boats:
Small boat
This is a traditional wooden boat, 15 meters long and 2-2.5 meters wide and can accommodate 2-4 people.
Medium boat
Made with a long 16.2.5 meters wide and 3-3,5 meters and can accommodate 4-6 people.
Big boat
Made with a long a 17.5 meters and 3-3.5 meters wide and can accommodate 6-8 people.
Boat areas
Up Deck is designed to relax, where you can observe wildlife along the river, and this is also our use for dining room and sleeping area.
Inside the deck only for the crew,
Rear Side, Toilet Simple with western style.
The other part is engine and kitchen room.
Your sleeping area
The mattress is simple and comfortable and mosquito nets are provided on board, charging for camera and Phone.
Western-style toilets include toilet paper, but most boats do not have a splash. And the toilet is located at the back of the boat. Some boats prepare a shower that pumps water from the river. Other boats have a water tank to use for showering.
