Semenggoh & Jong's Crocodile Farm: Borneo Sanctuaries Tour

Orangutans in the forest, crocodiles in the ponds: two sanctuaries in one day

A seven-hour tour from Kuching visits Semenggoh Nature Reserve, where rescued orangutans are retrained to survive in the wild, and Jong's Crocodile Farm, home to over a thousand crocodiles bred in captivity. Walk the reserve trails to spot semi-wild orangutans returning for twice-daily feeding, then view rare Borneo species (monkeys, leopard-cats, sunbears, pheasants, civets and hornbills) at the farm's breeding grounds and ponds.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Orangutan Center and Crocodile Farm

• Explore Semenggoh Orangutan Sanctuary
• Walk trails to spot semi-wild orangutans
• Visit Jong's Crocodile Farm
• See rare Borneo birds and animals

What’s included

• Return hotel transfer by air-conditioned minivan.
• English-speaking guide for the full day.
• one water bottle per person.
• USD 10 contribution to Semenggoh's rescue program.

Times

• Every day 08:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 15

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included. You can choose from 5 pickup points.

Book up to 1d before

Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Wheelchair accessible Accessible transport Stroller-friendly Infants must sit on laps

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The experience

Semenggoh Nature Reserve spans 653 hectares of forest where orangutans rescued from captivity and orphaned young primates learn to forage and build nests before release. The animals spend most of their time in the forest but return to the center for feeding twice daily, so the trails offer a real chance to spot them moving through the trees rather than in cages. You walk at your own pace through the reserve, watching how the rehabilitation works in practice.

Jong's Crocodile Farm sits among tall tropical trees and local fruit trees, holding over a thousand crocodiles in deep concrete ponds and natural breeding grounds. The farm also keeps rare Borneo species (monkeys, leopard-cats, sunbears, bearcats, pheasants, civets, barking deer, sambar deer, turtles, fruit bats, monitor lizards, pythons and hornbills) found nowhere else on the island. You view the crocodiles from a safe distance behind metal fencing, close enough to see the snapping jaws and powerful tails.

An air-conditioned minivan picks you up from your Kuching hotel and returns you there at the end of the day. The guide speaks English throughout, and you get a water bottle to carry on the trails. The operator contributes USD 10 from each booking to Semenggoh's rescue work.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What do the orangutans at Semenggoh actually do during the day?

Released orangutans spend most of their time in the 653-hectare forest surrounding the center, foraging for natural food and building nests in the trees. They return twice daily for supplemental feeding, so the trails offer genuine chances to spot them moving through the canopy rather than confined to a center.

Can I see animals other than crocodiles at Jong's Farm?

Jong's Crocodile Farm keeps rare Borneo species found only on the island: monkeys, leopard-cats, sunbears, bearcats, pheasants, civets, barking deer, sambar deer, turtles, fruit bats, monitor lizards, pythons and hornbills, alongside the crocodile breeding ponds.

How close do you get to the crocodiles?

Visitors view the crocodiles from short distance but safely behind metal fencing, close enough to see details like their snapping jaws, sharp teeth and powerful tails without risk.

Does the tour include meals or drinks?

The tour includes a water bottle per person, but food and drinks are not included, so bring extra water and snacks if you prefer them during the seven-hour day.

What should I bring for this tour?

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the reserve trails and bring insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat or cap, a camera and a day pack. Extra water bottles are useful since you'll be walking in tropical forest.