BOTH SIDES OF THE WALLACE LINE
ECOLODGES TOURS

"A celebration of the dynamic work of nineteenth century explorer Alfred Wallace"

Australasia to the East Asia to the West

Wallace observed a line of ecological demarcation between the islands of Bali and Lombok, an evolutionary masterpiece! Here you will be able to experience first-hand the wonders of this evolutionary process in nature.

This is also an exciting wildlife tour, where you will see critically endangered species in their natural habitat. Many of these species are endemic to the area and offer uniquely special experiences for animal and bird lovers alike.

Then, you will spend time exploring the dry tropics to the East, with the prehistoric giants of the lizard world: the Komodo Dragons.

These ferocious creatures can only be found here in the Komodo islands, west of Labuan Bajo. You will also experience fabulous reefs full of Corals, Sponges, and Fish of great biodiversity that make up part of the “Coral Triangle”, recognized as one of the best snorkeling and diving areas of the world

Times

11 Days

Location

Bali, Borneo, Flores

Type Tour

Wildlife

Include

Return airport transfer services

Full board accommodation

Full board private tour base on program above

English-speaking guide, permit and park entrance fees

Internal conservation fees

EXCLUDE

Internal flight, bar, laundry and other personal expense is not mentioned above

*Cost for internal flight about USD 800-900 per person.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Bali (D)

Welcome to Indonesia! After arrival at Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali, you will be met by our staff who will transport you to the hotel of your choice for a welcome and tour briefing by one of our senior staff. Dinner and overnight at the Hotel.

Day 2: Borneo and Primates (BD).

Day 3: Camp Leakey (BLD)

Today you will take a Klotok river boat to the world-famous Camp Leakey to view Orangutans in their natural habitat. Other primates to be seen include Proboscis Monkeys, Gibbons, Long-Tailed Macaques, and Silverbacked Langurs.

On the river usually you will see wild orangutans. This is very exciting and begins your orangutan experience. You also have the opportunity to see many birds, crocodiles and monitors.

Lunch is taken on the boat before walking around two km to the feeding station.

Camp Leakey (named after Oxford-based scientist Louis Leakey), is one of the homes of Professor Birute Galdikas. Camp Leakey is known as the longest biological, documented, scientific experiment on the globe. Birute Galdikas is one of Leakey’s golden angels, the others being Dianne Fossey (Gorilla scientist) and Jane Goodall (the Chimpanzee scientist).

The Orangutan is a close relative of humans and has shown an ability to learn signs as a method for communicating with humans.

On the cruise home, if the evening is clear, you may enjoy a stunning river sunset with Proboscis Monkeys.

Day 4: Forest Hike, Tanggui, Tanjung Harapan, and Fireflies (BLD)

After breakfast, you then proceed to Pondok Tanggui Orangutan Release Centre in an area famous for butterflies. If you haven’t already you may discover the local Alpha Male. These huge Orangutans are a sight to behold!

After the Tanggui experience, take a rainforest hike with exotic birds, butterflies, and trees. This is an opportunity to get a feel for the area. Lunch will be served back on the boat during a leisurely return to the lodge.

After a short siesta, you will proceed to the third feeding station at Tanjung Harapan. Then you will have “Dinner with Fireflies.” An unforgettable magical riverboat experience that is not to be missed.

Day 5: Fly Back to Bali (BD)

Day 6: Ubud and Kintamani (BLD)

This is a full-day tour of Bali where you will enjoy stunning scenery including the rice terraces and crater area around Mt Batur and Mt Agung.

You will also get a taste of Bali culture at temples and other places of interest and The Arts Centre at Ubud.

Today you will have lunch at Ubud and can also go shopping if you wish!

You will head back to the hotel for dinner and a briefing for the next stages of the tour - the Komodo Islands in Flores, on the other side of The Wallace Line.

Day 7: Labuan Bajo and Mbeliling (BLD)

Day 8: Komodo Dragons and Rinca Island (BLD)

This is a long day but such an adventure! Rinca Island is the main and most beautiful island of the Komodo group of islands. We purposely choose a slow boat so that you can cruise through The Sea of Flores, past the stunning tropical islands.

You will arrive at the large Island of Rinca around 09:00 depending on currents and will proceed by foot to look for the giants of the lizard world, the Komodo Dragons.

The Komodo Dragons are a seriously endangered species, that grow up to 3.5 meters in length.

They have a ferocious bite combining serrated teeth with a mysteriously toxic saliva.

Here you should also see a number of bird species and hopefully buffalo and deer. Lunch will be served back on the boat before more opportunities for snorkeling. This is a fantastic area renowned for its biodiversity.

Day 9: Hiking and Birding (BLD)