| DESCRIPTION |
This
popular tour consists of a leisurely cruise through the mangroves in
search of the Wild Proboscis Monkey which are found only in Borneo. Before
entering the mangrove forest we will pass the famous Kampong Ayer and
Sultan's Palace (Istana Nurul Iman).
This tour is designed for you to see and understand the habitat and ecology
of this elusive creature which has excited the curiosity of visitors
to Borneo since colonial times. The pendulous pink noses and potbellies
of the adult males reminded locals of Europeans, and this gave them their
local name of Orang Belanda, or "Dutchman". Local populations have been
decreasing and they need you help to prevent them from becoming an endangered
species. Your experienced guide will explain how you can help to protect
the proboscis monkey.
Explanations on Nipah palm and Mangrove forest will be given and an opportunity
to witness other wildlife in the area. White bellied Sea Eagles, Great
White Egrets and King Fishers are commonly seen. We may be lucky enough
to encounter a Salt-Water Crocodile or Monitor Lizard. Other mammals
include otters, flying foxes and long tail macaques. Mangrove snakes
and pythons may be observed on overhanging branches.
We will provide guests with:
Boat, rain jacket, binoculars, mineral water & experienced guide. |
