The Semenggoh Orangutan Centre provides an excellent opportunity to view semi-wild orangutans in a natural setting. This orangutan rehabilitation center receives orphaned or rescued orangutans and trains them to survive in the wild. Over 20 orangutans live in forest within the nature reserve and they often return to the center to receive supplemental feeding.
The feeding area is set in a natural amphitheater where it is possible to observe the orangutans coming down from the surrounding forest for the food provided. The rangers provide a briefing on the purpose of the center and the conservation objectives.
This afternoon we depart Semenggoh and continue to Bengoh, the starting point of your kayak adventure. Float down a river that meanders through limestone hills clad with tropical rainforest. The generally peaceful flat water is punctuated with Class 1 to Class 2 rapids providing a thrilling water ride. Take breaks along the way to savor the beauty of the jungle, visit a friendly Bidayuh Village and have a swim in the cool refreshing mountain water. Enjoy a light picnic lunch on the sandy riverbank. End the trip at the picturesque village of Semadang and then return to Kuching.
Accommodations: The Waterfront Hotel