www.peregrineadventures.co.uk Peregrine Adventures has teamed up with award-winning eco tourism operators in Borneo to offer new and eco-friendly ways to experience this pristine South East Asian destination.
A prime example of their latest initiative is a 9-day adventure-filled exploration in Sabah, in search of Orang-utans, hornbills, Proboscis Monkeys and other exotic species in their natural habitat.
Borneo is one of the last really wild places, with dense rainforests, tropical coastal islands and mysterious jungle valleys inhabited by a rich variety of colourful and endangered wildlife.
Peregrine’s trip to the Malaysian State of Sabah takes travellers face to face with many unique species including Orang-utans and Proboscis Monkeys. Initial explorations include a visit to the tropical island of Pulau Gaya, one of five islands that make up Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, to learn about some of the unique medicinal plants and ecology of the mangrove forest.
Close-up viewing of Orang-utans is a particular highlight during a visit to Sepilok Orang-utan Sanctuary, coinciding with feeding time, providing some wonderful photographic opportunities.
The trip includes a wildlife cruise on the Kinabatangan River in Sukau Rainforest, in search of some of the 10 primate species that inhabit the area. Wild Orang-utans, Long-tailed and Pig-tailed Macaques, Monitor Lizards and various species of hornbills and kingfishers are also often sighted.
With luck, even some wild Borneo Elephants, recently identified as a unique sub-species of the Asian Elephant, may be spotted. Guests can participate in Peregrine’s conservation programme in the Sukau Rainforest, by planting a tree on part of their 64 acres of adopted land. An added special highlight of the tour is a stay at the first-class Borneo Rainforest Lodge in the pristine Danum Valley. This eco-friendly lodge is the base for further wildlife explorations, including evening walks in search of the jungle’s nocturnal creatures, day walks along riverside trails, and for a different perspective, an exciting canopy walk, high in the treetops. Peregrine's ground operations employ a minimum of 70 per cent of staff from local villages, ensuring revenue remains in the community, with additional funds and skills helping improve local medical services and infrastructure. 'Minimum impact' is Peregrine’s guiding principle, examples of which include using boats with electric motors, ensuring less intrusive and therefore better wildlife viewing. |