Date: November 18 - December 2, 2013
Host: Denell Falk
Cost: Starting from $9,350 (special rates expire May 15, 2013!)
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At A Glance:
- 10 nights on the Orion + 4 nights Lombok
- Start in Singapore on November 18, 2013
- End in Lombok on December 2, 2013
- The high standards of the casually elegant yet relaxed 100-passenger Orion
- Included zodiac excursions, snorkeling opportunities & shore excursions to experience the culture & wildlife
- Expert guides and zodiac drivers
- Great wildlife viewing; diverse eco-systems
- Touring in Bali & Lombok for our Civilized Adventures’ group.
- Join Denell Falk, President of Civilized Adventures, who will host our small group (with a min. group size of 6).
- Lectures from renowned primatologist & conservationist, Dr. Birute Galdikas, who will also personally escort Orion’s guests around Camp Leakey. Dr. Galdikas is considered the world’s foremost authority on orangutans, and what threatens them.
- Abundant coral reefs and diverse marine life of two remote archipelagos
- Bako National Park’s incredible scenery, plant life and unique wildlife
- Semenggoh Rehabilitation Centre to see orangutans and meet researchers
- Charming Kuching with its amazing architecture and a renowned museum showcasing the culture and natural history of Sarawak.
Brief Itinerary (scroll down to link to the full itinerary)
Nov. 18, 2013 - EMBARK SINGAPORE: Board the Orion mid-afternoon. Please consult with Civilized Adventures should you wish to extend your time in Singapore.
Nov. 19 - ANAMBAS ARCHIPELAGO (Wet landing; full board): The Anambas Archipelago (Indonesian; Kepulauan Anambas) is an Island chain of 283 known Islands that are virtually uninhabited. Enjoy the abundant coral reefs and diverse marine life that fringe the islands.
Included Expeditions: Most likely our destination will be either Pulau Bawah or Pulau Lintang, both uninhabited and unspoiled tropical oases. There will be snorkelling opportunities available to satisfy everyone from beginner to advanced.
Should the weather permit our expedition team will conduct snorkel safaris further afield for the more adventurous amongst us. Taking advantage of the isolation we hope to be able to hold one of our famous beach BBQs.
Nov. 20 - NATUNA ARCHIPELAGO (Wet landing; full board): The Natuna Islands (Indonesian; Kepulauan Natuna) are a 272-island archipelago of Indonesia. There is a small population on the main Island with smaller remote fishing villages located on the outlying Islands. Its location and isolation maintain a spectacular landscape of towering volcanic domes coupled with white sandy beaches fringed by colourful coral reefs.
Included Expeditions: Most likely our destination will be either Pulau Senua or Pulau Tiga. Guests will be presented with a cultural welcome from the local community and have the opportunity to explore the fringing reef systems around the Islands with several snorkelling opportunities. Should the weather permit our Expedition Team will conduct snorkel safaris further afield for the more adventurous amongst us.
Nov. 21 - BAKO NATIONAL PARK, SARAWAK (Malayasian Borneo) (Wet landing; full board): Bako National Park heralds an early arrival for us as we have no time to waste in experiencing its rainforests, wildlife, jungle streams, interesting plant life, secluded beaches and trekking trails. Very few places in the world pack so much natural beauty into such a limited area. Bako contains almost every type of plant life found in Borneo, with over 25 distinct types of vegetation from seven complete ecosystems.
Included Expeditions: A series of walks of varying degrees of difficulty are available today throughout Bako National Park, providing an opportunity to experience the many different ecosystems that have made this National Park famous. There is also the chance to view some of the many bird and primate species that may be found throughout the park. We hope to be able to spot the proboscis monkeys, silvery lutungs and macaques that have become less wary of humans since the area was afforded complete protection in 1957.
Our transfers to shore will take in the scenic coastal cliffs and rocky headlands that have been carved into sea arches and sea stacks with coloured patterns formed by iron deposition.
Nov. 22 & 23 - KUCHING & SEMENGGOH REHABILITATION CENTRE, SARAWAK (Dry landing; full board):The morning of Nov. 22 we visit the Semenggoh Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and witness the work they do in caring for orangutans and other wildlife of Borneo.
On offer this afternoon is a Kuching city tour which will visit the Cat Monument, the symbol of Kuching, and Sarawak’s oldest temple in the China Town area. The tour will take a route that showcases much of the famous architecture of Kuching including Astana (the former palace of the White Rajah), the old Colonial Law Courts, crossing the Satok Suspension Bridge dating from 1926, past old Malay style stilt houses, and stopping at a beautiful local Mosque. The highlight of the tour will be a visit to the Sarawak Museum which is acknowledged as one of the finest in the world. This evening we will have an exclusive cultural performance and Malay style banquet ashore.
Nov. 23 is set aside for your own explorations (for those feeling a bit more independent a shuttle bus will be available in the afternoon to and from the city area), or you can choose an optional excursion to go further afield.
Various options exist and are available for purchase, including (1) Annah Rais Longhouse (Half day): The Anna Rais Longhouse is an authentic Bidayuh Longhouse located in the hills outside of Kuching. (2) Gunung Gading Rafflesia Viewing: The Rafflesia is a giant carnivorous plant first discovered in Borneo in 1818. The flower can grow over one metre in diameter and weigh over 10 kilograms, but it doesn't bloom on any schedule. The tour will take us into the park area with a guide who knows the location of the plant that is flowering on that day.
Nov. 24 - AT SEA (full board): As we cross the South China Sea along the west coast of Borneo, onboard experts including Dr. Birute Galdikas will contribute lectures on a variety of topics.
Nov. 25 & 26 - TANJUNG PUTTING NATIONAL PARK, KALIMANTAN (Indonesian Borneo) (for Camp Leakey; full board): Tanjung Putting is one of the natural wonders of the world! To make the most of this location we arrive early, and stay for two days and one night.
In addition to orangutans, Tanjung Puting also boasts the bizarre looking proboscis monkey with its “Jimmy Durante” nose as well as seven other primate species and over 220 species of birds. Camp Leakey was established in 1971 by Dr. Biruté Galdikas and former spouse Rod Brindamour. It was named after the legendary paleo-anthropologist, Louis Leakey, who was both mentor and an inspiration to Dr. Galdikas as well as Drs. Jane Goodall and Dian Fossey.Orangutan Foundation International is based at the landmark Camp Leakey research station.
Included Expeditions: There are two main activities to be enjoyed at Tanjung Putting National Park over these two days, allowing us to split into smaller groups. Please notethat there is a reasonable amount of walking at Camp Leakey which includes walking along slippery and uneven surfaces.
Nov. 27 - AT SEA; full board) and Nov. 28 - BALI & LOMBOK (B, L, D): On Nov. 28 our Civilized Adventures clients will be met and we’ll explore some of Bali and stop for lunch. We’ll continue to the airport for the flight to Lombok Island. Once on Lombok, you’ll be met and transferred to our beautiful beach front sanctuary where you’ll stay in a charming boutique property complete with free-form pool, beach and excellent dining. Dinner is included tonight.
Nov. 29 & 30- LOMBOK (2B, 1L). Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. We offer morning touring each day, with free time each afternoon & evening. On Nov. 29 we visit Bertais Market (biggest in Lombok), and Narmada, the former palace of a Balinese king, and Pura Lingsar, the oldest temple in Lombok, and we’ll enjoy lunch in town. On Nov. 30 we visit the Mayura Royal floating palace.
Dec. 1 - LOMBOK (B). You can enjoy breakfast at leisure today - you may relax and enjoy your beautiful surroundings as you wish.
Dec. 2 - DEPART (B). Today’s plan will depend on your flight schedule and your personal ongoing plans. We will transfer you to the Lombok International Airport.
Cruise (Starts Singapore/Ends Bali) includes 4 night Lombok extension.
Availability is very limited
|Stateroom (A)||Junior Suite (JS)||Balcony Suite (BS)|
Adult (sharing a cabin): Book by May 15, 2013 to secure these rates
|Compare to brochure rate CRUISE ONLY (without Lombok)||US$9,785||US$11,620||US$15190|
All quoted prices effective at time of publication (Sep. 4, 2012). Itinerary is subject to change due to improvements or changes in local conditions; prices are subject to change. Deluxe Suites are waitlisted at this time.