The Wilds of Borneo: Orangutans & Beyond

Browse our most frequently asked questions about Borneo's orangutans, wildlife, climate and more.

Learn about orangutans, sun bears, pygmy elephants and other breathtaking animals you'll encounter in the wilds of Borneo. 

Whether you're an experienced photographer or just getting started, you'll want to read these essential photo tips from our Natural Photographer blog before your Borneo adventure.

Take our quiz to put your knowledge to the test, then share it with friends to see who knows the most about Borneo's most famous primate!

Find out what the typical weather conditions in Borneo in this month by month breakdown of average temperatures and rainfall.

We’ve made a comprehensive list of all the clothing and gear you’ll want to pack so you'll be well prepared for your rainforest adventure. 

—Laura Kiniry
For years, wildfires have plagued the landscape of Indonesian Borneo's Ketapang Regency, threatening its communities and the region's flora and fauna, which includes proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, sun bears and more...

—By Natural Habitat Adventures
Did you know Borneo is where we find some of the world’s oldest and tallest virgin rain forests? They are some of the most biodiverse habitats on Earth...

—By Court Whelan
As we seek more and more authentic wilderness in today's world, Borneo stands out. It's a spectacular combination of expansive tropical landscapes and epic wildlife—both big and small...

—By Court Whelan
Photographing a real-deal tropical wilderness is thrilling on every level. Anytime I'm in pure wilderness, I'm elated at just the sheer remoteness and pristine nature of it. But when you combine that...