Bukit Rawi
Explore the Jungle Heart of Kalimantan
Nature and Wildlife
Explore Kalimantan’s forests and rivers, home to orangutans, proboscis monkeys, and vibrant birdlife. Each encounter offers a glimpse into the wild, legendary beauty that still thrives on this remarkable island.
King Fisher
Orangutan Sighting in Sebangau National Park
Gibbon
Hornbills
Proboscis monkey
Cultural Heritage
Discover the living traditions of Kalimantan’s river communities. Dayak culture has endured through craft, celebration, and daily life, deeply connected to the river.
Dayak Bonehouse
Traditional Dancing
Longhouse at Tumbang Malahoi
Crafted Bonehouse
Our Boats Story
Our riverboats combine traditional Kalimantan design, skilled local craftsmanship, and care for the environment. Small and comfortable, they bring you close to the rivers, people, and wildlife that define this island.
Our first design
Our first boat on its first excursion in 2008
Our latest riverboat design evolution by our in-house architect, 2025
The Spirit in operation on the Katingan River
Our comfortable cabins
Responsible Operation
We travel with respect, accompanied by our guides with extensive local knowledge, ready to introduce you to nature and wildlife and connect you with riverside communities. Wow Borneo has solar panels powering electricity onboard all of our boats in Tanjung Puting. We pay our own staff and villagers fairly for community services delivered. We donate to Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation for every guest visiting their release islands, and to the Borneo Nature Foundation to support its programs in the Sebangau National Park. Our sustainable practices and direct donations to effective conservation projects help protect Kalimantan’s landscapes and wildlife.
Build teamwork
Solar panels
Water safety training for crew
Commitment to developing skills in village tourism groups
Our Food
Enjoy fresh, locally sourced meals prepared onboard and shared in beautiful surroundings. Each dish reflects Kalimantan’s flavours, with options to suit every guest’s dietary preferences.
360 degree photo of dining area
Our food variety
Meals on Board
Dinner on board the Rahai’i Pangun
One of our expert and hardworking onboard chefs, Nurlina
Our Blog
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What They Said About Us
Hear from our guests who have embarked on unforgettable journeys with Wow Borneo. Their stories capture the magic of Kalimantan’s rivers, the thrill of wildlife encounters, and the warmth of local communities.
We had a magical river cruise with an outstanding crew. Jeki was our guide and he was so patient and kind. He took care of things we did not even know we needed. The boat was always kept sparkling clean, the captain was an excellent boat handler and our 2 cooks were so thoughtful in producing amazing meals respecting our food preferences. Our sweet dock hand was always there to extend a hand to safely get us on and off.
The orangutan viewing was exceptional , I took over 800 photos during our 3 days on the river.
I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants a relaxing nature filled experience.
Thank you for a memory filled adventure!
Susan and David
USA
David G.
Tanjung Puting National Park & Camp Leakey Cruise
The first thing we saw from our cruise boat after we entered the Sekoyer River was an orangutan in the wild, a rare privilege. It set the scene for a wonderful cruise. The boat was roomy and comfortable, the food exceptional and the crew friendly, expert and proud of their work. Our guide, Iye, was the glue that held it all together, including organizing a birthday party, quite unexpected and delightful, with the crew joining in, enthusiastically singing local birthday songs. We saw lots of animals and birds both along the river and on jungle walks including many orangutan and also just enjoyed the gentle experience of being on the river in the jungle. Lastly we’d like to thank Iye for helping us manage a visa issue with the local immigration office after the cruise – going above and beyond. Altogether an exceptional experience.
Peter H
Tanjung Puting National Park & Camp Leakey Cruise
We have just finished the 3 day 2 night Orangutan and Dayak village cruise. We had a fantastic trip with Carina as our guide. She was not only a great guide but a lovely person too. We really enjoyed spending time with her and sharing experiences with each other. The trip itself was amazing and we got to see many orangutan, monkeys and other wildlife. We also got to experience local cultures and walking around Dayak villages which was a truly amazing and humbling experience. The villagers were so welcoming and friendly. Staying on the boat was also amazing, with the crew cooking us such tasty and varied local dishes.
There was plenty of time to relax on the boat enjoying the beautiful scenery whilst cruising down the river. This will be a trip that will stay in our memories for a long time. If you have the chance to go then we would highly recommend it.
Mrnigeguy
Orangutan & Dayak Village Cruise
We had a magical river cruise with an outstanding crew. Jeki was our guide and he was so patient and kind. He took care of things we did not even know we needed. The boat was always kept sparkling clean, the captain was an excellent boat handler and our 2 cooks were so thoughtful in producing amazing meals respecting our food preferences. Our sweet dock hand was always there to extend a hand to safely get us on and off. The orangutan viewing was exceptional , I took over 800 photos during our 3 days on the river. I highly recommend this trip to anyone who wants a relaxing nature filled experience. Thank you for a memory filled adventure! Susan and David USA
David G
Katingan River and Sebangau National Park Cruise