Going off the beaten track in Bali’s countryside to feel the magic of ‘The Island of the Gods’
Rimba Orangutan Eco Lodge
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Once-in-a-lifetime adventure,
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Couples
Families
Immerse yourself in the rainforest at this simple but characterful eco-lodge on the banks of the Sekonyer River in Kalimantan.
Surrounded by jungle and accessible only by boat, Rimba Ecolodge offers a front-row seat to the natural world of Indonesian Borneo — with the troop of wild macaques around the lodge, Proboscis monkeys across the water, and orangutans just upriver at the Tanjung Harapan feeding station.
It’s a great base for exploring Tanjung Puting National Park, especially for those looking to combine wildlife experiences with the rhythm of riverside life.
The Rooms
The timber lodge is made up of pavilions, housing 32 rooms of varying standards.
Some having their private boardwalks down to the river as well as private verandas.
We particularly recommend the Diamond, Emerald and Amethyst rooms, which come with air conditioning and hot water, allowing for humidity control in the tropical climate.
It’s worth noting that his eco lodge is an excellent example of nature tourism done right. The lodge actively supports its surroundings in various ways: the team runs environmental education at the local primary school and use locally trained guides through the Guides Association. Guests who’d like to get involved are encouraged to bring books or writing materials for the school in Tanjung Harapan.
What You’ll Find:
- Simple riverside rooms nestled in tropical forest, some with air-con
- Macaques scampering past, hornbills overhead, proboscis monkeys across the water
- Great local guides and environmental efforts
Why You’ll Love It:
- Drift down the river to go wildlife spotting
- Watch russet-red orangutans and their babies eating bananas
- Fall asleep to the sounds of the rainforest
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In Our Travellers’ Words
An Epic Adventure Across Southeast Asia
There were moments while I was out and about where I thought that everyone should experience this kind of mindful travel that Experience Travel organises, as it's not backpacking where you tick off the standard party hotspots, and it's not the typical cruise for tourists to visit the standard sightseeing destinations, but an experience where I really felt I got to know the countries, meet great people and do fun stuff that most people miss.
The best family holiday we have ever been on
This holiday had everything. Great people, food, wildlife, beaches and scenery. Experience Travel Group were exceptional from planning stage to our return home. Holly created the perfect trip for our family.
With ETG, we have visited extraordinary places
... stayed in wondrous hotels, met fascinating everyday people, listened to varied opinions, and learned much about places far away. I couldn't do that on my own.
The Curious Traveller’s Expert Guide to Indonesia
Want to know more? With over 17,000 islands and endless options, planning a holiday to Indonesia can feel a bit much – so we’ve put together our Curious Traveller’s Guide to Indonesia to make things simpler.
It’s our experts’ pick of standout experiences and places to stay, with honest advice on the best regions and tips for first-time visitors and return travellers.
