Borneo

Borneo, the world's third-biggest island (behind Greenland and New Guinea) is divided into 3 countries.    Malaysia on the north and west, Brunei in the middle of the west, and Indonesia on the south and east.

In June, 2025, I visited Borneo for the first time.    I went to wildlife rich Sabah in Malaysia and Central Kalimantan in Indonesia.    

Many talk about Madagascar and the unique species there, but Borneo is also home to many unique species.   According to WWF, 44 mammals, 37 birds, and 19 fish species can only be found in Borneo.     

My draw to visit Borneo was the orangutan and I was blessed with great sightings of the Borneo orangutan and many other species and birds.

My time in the Indonesia part was spent on a group photographic trip.   We visited 4 locations and it was a dream come true to finally see orangutans in the wild.

After the group trip, I went over to the Indonesian side on my own to visit Camp Leakey.

Below you will find the links to blog posts  and YouTube videos about my experiences in Ecuador.    

You can also visit my travel gallery to get an idea of the wildlife and topography.  You'll find photographs as well as videos in the travel gallery.    

Blog Posts

Animals, Conservation, Location Information and Reviews

Visiting Camp Leakey Up-Close with Orangutans in Borneo

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YouTube Videos


A flanged male, a younger orangutan, a mouthful of fruit, and a few macaques quietly minding their own business... Filmed at the Pondok Tanggui feeding platform near Camp Leakey in Tanjung Puting National Park, this short clip shows the quieter side of orangutan tourism in Borneo. No drama. Just a peaceful moment with wild primates—sharing space, food, and very few table manners. 📍 Filmed in Central Kalimantan, Indonesian Borneo 🎥 Learn more about ethical wildlife viewing and my journey through Borneo at https://lisamroberti.com/camp-leakey-orangutans/ #Orangutans #CampLeakey #BorneoWildlife #PondokTanggui #ConservationTravel Orangutans & Macaques at Camp Leakey Feeding Platform | Borneo Wildlife Moment

Orangutans & Macaques at Camp Leakey Feeding Platform | Borneo Wildlife Moment

Lisa M Roberti August 1, 2025 9:50 PM

At the feeding platform Tanjung Harapan (part of the Camp Leakey feeding platforms), an orangutan builds a day nest with a roof - to avoid the rain. While attending the afternoon feeding (the only one open to the public at this platform), a heavy rain started to fall. Many of the orangutans either hid under the branches of big trees, used big leaves to put over their heads and then there was this one that decided to build himself a cave. Some, were happy to just sit in the rain (and eat in the rain). I hope you enjoy this sweet video - it's the only time I saw an orangutan making a nest. I saw several abandoned nests in my forest walks so it was fascinating to me to watch one being constructed. If you enjoyed this video, then you will love the orangutan territorial call and the rest of the details in my full blog about Camp Leakey. https://lisamroberti.com/camp-leakey-orangutans/ 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more wildlife and travel videos from some of the most remote, wild, and beautiful places on Earth. 📍 Follow my adventures & see more content: • Instagram: @lisamroberti • Facebook: Lisa M Roberti Photography • FB Group (Wildlife + Travel Chat): Wildlife Travel & Conservation • Travel & Conservation Blog: lisamroberti.com/blog • Wildlife Galleries: lisamroberti.photos • Main Website: lisamroberti.com 🖼️ Shop fine art prints & wildlife-themed gifts: art.lisamroberti.com An Orangutan at Camp Leakey Borneo Constructs a Day Nest to avoid the rain #campleakey #borneotravel

An Orangutan at Camp Leakey Borneo Constructs a Day Nest to avoid the rain #campleakey #borneotravel

Lisa M Roberti July 23, 2025 12:08 PM

Watch as a massive flanged male orangutan enjoys a quiet meal of sweet potatoes at the Camp Leakey feeding platform in the heart of Borneo. These rare, powerful creatures are part of a unique conservation story — one you can read more about below. 📖 Full Story & Blog Post: 👉 https://lisamroberti.com/camp-leakey-orangutans This moment was filmed during my journey through Tanjung Puting National Park, where I visited three different feeding platforms and wrestled with the beauty, ethics, and questions that arise when humans try to make things right in the wild. 💬 I’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. Are you as fascinated by these great apes as I am? –––––––––––––––––– 📸 Follow for more wildlife + conservation content: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamroberti Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisamroberti Wildlife Conservation & Travel Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wildlifetravelconserv Blog: https://lisamroberti.com/blog Wildlife / Travel Photo Galleries: https://www.lisamroberti.photos Main Website: https://lisamroberti.com YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/LisaMRoberti 🖼️ Fine Art Prints & Wildlife Gifts: https://art.lisamroberti.com –––––––––––––––––– 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you want more real-world wildlife moments and raw nature experiences. #CampLeakey #Orangutan #BorneoWildlife #WildlifeConservation #TanjungPuting #OrangutanFeeding #FlangedMale #BorneoAdventure #LisaMRoberti Lunch Time with a Flanged Male Orangutan | Camp Leakey, Borneo

Lunch Time with a Flanged Male Orangutan | Camp Leakey, Borneo

Lisa M Roberti July 22, 2025 7:54 PM

🛶 Camp Leakey Arrival: The Dock Is No Joke 🛶 Getting to Camp Leakey isn’t just a boat ride through the rainforest — it’s an adventure from the moment you arrive. In this short video, I share what it’s really like stepping off a klotok (traditional wooden riverboat) and onto the worn, unpredictable dock that leads into one of the most iconic orangutan research and rehabilitation centers in the world. Cracked boards, missing planks, steep uneven stairs... and crocodile-filled water below. It’s all part of the experience — and somehow, it sets the tone for the wild, raw beauty that follows. 📖 Want the full story? Read the full blog post, packed with images, insights, and personal reflections from my visit: 👉 https://lisamroberti.com/camp-leakey-orangutans/ 🔔 Subscribe for more wildlife and travel moments from remote corners of the world. 📍 Follow my journey & explore more: Instagram: @lisamroberti Facebook: Lisa M Roberti Photography Blog: lisamroberti.com/blog Wildlife Galleries: lisamroberti.photos 🖼️ Shop fine art prints & gifts: art.lisamroberti.com #CampLeakey #Orangutans #BorneoTravel #WildlifeExperience #KlotokTour #TravelIndonesia Camp Leakey Arrival. The Dock is No Joke

Camp Leakey Arrival. The Dock is No Joke

Lisa M Roberti July 22, 2025 5:54 PM

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