Have you ever thought of having a trip in a calm and quiet forest, where you can forget about your worries, for a while at least. Then, what are you waiting for? Come visit Punggu Alas!

Located in Katingan, Central Kalimantan, Punggu Alas is a part of Sebangau National Park. This place offers many of Kalimantan’s beauty in one place. Enjoy a calming and serene forest at the Punggu Alas’ Jungle Camp where you can hear Gibbons singing in the morning, birds chirping, wind rustling through trees and if you’re really lucky, you might have a chance at seeing an Orangutan in person!

The people at the jungle camp are very warm and welcoming and the guest house is kind of old school, but definitely comfortable.

Throughout your journey at Punggu Alas, you will experience many things that are unique to this place. From Dayak’s culture to its vibe, it is definitely a unique journey to experience as a traveler who seeks new and different trip experiences. Depending on the situation, the people will do a welcoming ceremony on the day you arrive in Punggu Alas called Tampung Tawar, where the people will ask their ancestors to accept you to this place and bless you.

On the second day of the trip, we will do jungle trekking. Here you will explore the forest of Punggu Alas and experience the unfiltered beauty of the Heart of Borneo with your own eyes. You might also have a chance at spotting an Orangutan in the wild!

On the last day, you will leave Punggu Alas, before you arrive in Palangka Raya, you will be stopping at Tangkiling to do Orangutan sightseeing around the Kaja Island. Here you definitely will see Orangutans, at the very least once during the trip.

Is it safe or women friendly? Fear not! It’s safe even for a female solo traveler. Even for vegetarians and people with strict diets, the cook here will serve you food that you can enjoy! 

So, what are you waiting for? Book a trip to Punggu Alas, your trip here will be an enjoyable one. Let go of your worries, relax your mind and body, and experience the authentic quiet jungle life inside Punggu Alas. I promise you, your trip here will be an unforgettable one. Explore Kalimantan, explore Indonesia, come visit us!

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