Orangutans in Borneo

Sepilok, Borneo, Malaysia

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

Sepilok is home to a renowned Orangutan sanctuary as the rainforests of Malaysia (Borneo) and Indonesia (Sumatra) are the only places in the world where these great apes are found naturally.

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

“Orangutan” is a Malay word meaning “man of the forest”.

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

This sanctuary is in the middle of the jungle and has wooden walkways and platforms to help people get good views of the Orangutans.

Orangutan Forest in Sepilok, Malaysia

Some workers come out in the morning and afternoon with a huge basket of fruit. Several Orangutans (about 6 or 7) appear from the jungle to eat.

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

One of the Orangutans had a very cute baby too

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

There was also a museum that a lot of informative displays about the flora and fauna of the jungles of Borneo.

Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia Orangutans in Sepilok, Malaysia

There was also another extensive jungle walk on elevated platforms

Rainforest in Borneo, Malaysia

There was some serious bird photographers around too

Rainforest in Borneo, Malaysia

Flowers and pretty orchids were everywhere

Rainforest in Borneo, Malaysia Rainforest in Borneo, Malaysia

And finally, a random pic of the local bus ride back to Paganakan. Jon Bon Jovi truly transcends language and culture.

Sepilok, Malaysia