Slow Loris Release Update!
Slow Loris Release Update!

Slow Loris Release Update!

The Great Orangutan Project

The Great Orangutan Project

7 - 28 Nights from $994.00

Volunteer with orangutans on this award-winning orangutan project at Matang Wildlife Centre in beautiful Borneo!

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Orangutan Jeffrey moves to the new island at Samboja!

Orangutan Jeffrey moves to the new island at Samboja!

Over the last few months, the volunteers have worked closely with the local staff to help the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation prepare and renovate the new island at Samboja Lestari. The new island is now ready for orangutans Jeffrey and Yuyun to call home! This incredible achievement showcases the power of teamwork.

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Dawn's Orangutan and Pygmy Elephant Adventure

Dawn's Orangutan and Pygmy Elephant Adventure

Volunteer Dawn McIntyre has recently returned from The Great Orangutan and Pygmy Elephant Project in Borneo and has shared her experience and unforgettable memories. From amazing wildlife encounters to rewarding activities, Dawn emphasises her adventure was nothing short of amazing!

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Volunteer’s Achievements at Samboja This Month

Volunteer’s Achievements at Samboja This Month

This month, volunteers at the Samboja Lestari Orangutan Project have made some incredible achievements! They’ve renovated a platform for Fleur, the sun bear, and made significant strides in renovating the new orangutan island, where Jeffrey and Yuyun will soon make their new home.

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Posted by Connor Whelan on 8th Feb 2016 1 min

The Great Orangutan Project in Borneo is most famous for aiding in the conservation of the animals from which it got its name, the mighty Orangutan. However, these aren’t the only animals who are helped by the staff and volunteers at the project site and today we are delighted to bring you an update about a much smaller creature!

Slow Loris

A Slow Loris came into the care of the team at Matang and fortunately they were quickly able to release her back into the wild. She had a health check, a radio collar attached, and she was then released into the rehabilitation area at the centre so that she can be monitored for a few weeks. If her behaviour is similar enough to that of a wild Loris then she will be able to be released fully!

Slow Loris Release

You can take a look at the Great Orangutan Project here, but we hope that this cute and happy story has cheered you all up on a wet and windy Monday!

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