Semenggoh Wildlife

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak; established in 1975 as a sanctuary for the injured and orphaned orangutans. Together with the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sabah this is the most well known rehabilitation center for tourists to visit. – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is located 24km from the centre of Kuching. This orangutan rehabilitation centre trains orphaned or rescued orangutans how to survive in the wild. Over 20 orangutans live in forest within the nature reserve and often return to the centre at feeding times. You will visit the feeding area to watch the orangutans come down from the trees for a free meal. We support animal care centers, your booking helps us in contributing USD10 to the center's affords. Whitesocks Pay It Forward Initiative

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak; established in 1975 as a sanctuary for the injured and orphaned orangutans. Together with the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sabah this is the most well known rehabilitation center for tourists to visit. – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak; established in 1975 as a sanctuary for the injured and orphaned orangutans. Together with the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sabah this is the most well known rehabilitation center for tourists to visit. – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak; established in 1975 as a sanctuary for the injured and orphaned orangutans. Together with the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sabah this is the most well known rehabilitation center for tourists to visit. Tourists should not mistake both Semenggoh and Sepilok as actual tourist attractions – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

Kuching is the biggest Malaysian city on Borneo and also the capital city of the state of Sarawak. Kuching is a very popular tourist destination as it serves as entry point to numerous great attractions within the heart of Sarawak. The city has enough to offer to keep tourists occupied for at least a couple of days. Popular attractions around Kuching include Semenggoh Rehabilitation Centre.

The Semenggoh Wildlife Centre is the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak; established in 1975 as a sanctuary for the injured and orphaned orangutans. Together with the Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sabah this is the most well known rehabilitation center for tourists to visit. – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

A tour of Kuching will take you from the era of the White Rajahs to the present day. Visit the world renowned Sarawak Museum and the Brooke Legacy (White Rajahs) – Square Tower, Astana and the Court House. There is also the Cat Monument, Tua Pek Kong – Chinese Temple, the old State Mosque and one of the hottest leisure spots in the City, the Kuching Waterfront Esplanade. After lunch, depart for the Semengoh Wildlife Centre located a short drive from the centre of the city. The aims of the centre are to rehabilitate confiscated wildlife which has been incapacitated or handicapped due to prolonged captivity by humans, with the objective of eventually releasing them to the forests; to conduct research on wildlife and captive breeding, particularly on endangered and game species for small scale farming; and to serve as an education centre for wildlife conservation for students, trainee teachers and the general public.  Every purchase USD10 contributes to Semenggoh Orangutan Center.

This is the best place in Sarawak to view semi-wild orangutans who have been rescued from captivity and trained to survive in the surrounding forest reserve. The rehabilitated animals roam freely in the rainforest and often return to the centre at feeding time. There is a good possibility of experiencing one of the most heartwarming sights in Borneo – an orangutan mother with a young baby. The centre is 45 minutes' drive from Kuching. Note: As the orangutans in Semenggoh are semi-wild, sightings cannot be guaranteed. Include: Hotel pick up and drop off, English speaking guide, entrance fee

Semenggoh Wildlife Center:- – Immerse yourself in the wildlife of Malaysia with an exciting trip to the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre in Sarawak – Discover facts about the local wildlife as you explore the Interpretation Area or the Botanical Research Center – Meet the rehabilitated orangutans and learn more about their stories with a stop at the Orangutan Gallery – Get a chance to see the orangutans that have not yet been released into the wild Sarawak Cultural Village:- – Remarkable living museum showcasing Sarawak's cultures – A walk through beautiful & authentic traditional buildings – Members of the local community partaking in daily activities – Rare chance to learn how to throw a Malay spinning top – Flurry of colors in a stunning multi-ethnic performance – Travel with ease and comfortable to and from Kuching with a convenient transfer service from your hotel

Be won over by Kuching City & natural charms on this 6-hour tour of Sarawak’s cultural capital & Semenggoh Wildlife Center, including hotel pick-up and local host. Lose yourself in the maze-like alleys of Old Kuching, practice your haggling skills at the bustling Central Markets and pay a visit to the fascinating Sarawak Museum. This comprehensive tour also includes many of the city’s most famous landmarks, like the Cat Statue, Tua Pek Kong Chinese Temple, the State Mosque and the Astana. Conclude your tour with a visit to Semenggoh Nature Reserve, by far the biggest Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre in Sarawak.

Treat yourself to a fun kayaking adventure in one of Kuching's most beautiful landscapes. Paddle leisurely from the upper reaches of the Sungai Sarawak. Enjoy the sight of the unique towering river trees while enjoying the peace and tranquility of the rainforest. Take a cool swim and have your packed lunch served at the end of the kayak tour. Ends in Kampung Semadang, Borneo Highlands. 0800 – Pickup from Kuching City Hotel 0900 – Safety briefing and Start Kayaking – 4KM kayaking 1030 – Stopover fish feeding at Kpg Danu 1230 – Continue 6KM kayaking, stopover for swim at one of the riverbank before end point 1330 – Reach end point and Lunch at Kpg Semadang. 1400 – Proceed next to Semenggoh Orangutan Center 1500 – Semenggoh Orangutan Feeding Time (Fruit Buffet)

Semenggoh Rehabilitation Center. A temporary home for displaced Orang Utans that have been rescued from captivity and young orphaned primates. These animals are re-trained to survive in their natural habitat. They learn how to forage for natural food and build nests in the trees. Many have been returned into the surrounding area. Take a walk on the trails and try to spot semi-wild Orang Utans.  Sarawak Cultural village showcases the tribal lifestyles lived by the many ethnic groups that lace the beautiful Land of Hornbills, Sarawak. There are about 150 people living in the village. A walk through the well laid-out trail will reveal you the various crocodile holding pond and other animal cages, bearded wild boar, the sun bear and also a number of birds species at Jong's Crocodile Farm. Confirm tours contributes USD10 to Semenggoh Center's affords. Whitesocks Pay It Forward Initiative

Sarawakian’s rich cultures and customs, unique traditional rituals, dances, foods, and costumes are among the things that continue to intrigue and fascinate visitors and researchers from around the world. Their warm hospitality and simple ways of life are also some of the traits that many visitors find endearing. I guess, the fascination for this exotic destination also stems from interesting stories about the headhunters of Borneo. Images from National Geographic or Discovery Channel showing small dark people with tattooed bodies donning fancy headdresses of exotic bird feathers must have also fuelled the curiosity of our foreign visitors.