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You can see orangutans and other wildlife

The orangutan is a critically endangered species only found wild on the islands of Kalimantan (Borneo) and Sumatra. The BOS Foundation’s Samboja Lestari centre in East Kalimantan is both a rehabilitation facility and sanctuary for orangutans that have tragically lost their natural habitats due to human interference. The orangutans that come to Samboja Lestari are cared for by our professional team with the aim to someday be released back to a natural, protected habitat. However, not all of the orangutans in our care can be released back to the wild; some are handicapped, and others have physical or mental illnesses, or behavioural disorders caused by their traumatic past experiences. Most of the orangutans that come to us will eventually be placed on the man-made islands nearby, which guests of Samboja Lodge can visit accompanied by one of our guides. Visitors can also see sun bears and other wildlife at the centre, including a wide variety of bird species, squirrels, and tropical insects.

Money supports a worthwhile cause

All the money you spend at Samboja Lodge will be put directly back into the conservation work undertaken at Samboja Lestari. Therefore, when you visit us you are also donating to this worthwhile cause and helping the orangutan conservation effort.

Relax, surrounded by nature

Escape from a hectic routine and the bustle of city life to a calm environment, surrounded by forest. Enjoy the greenery and melodious sounds of wildlife while you relax and unwind in a cosy and clean room. Our friendly members of staff are always on hand to assist with your requests.

Real education experience

As more than just a tourist destination, Samboja Lodge offers its guests environmental education and provides genuine examples of the orangutan and habitat conservation effort, and forest restoration effort, in play.

our history

THE BORNEO ORANGUTAN SURVIVAL FOUNDATION

Founded in 1991, the BOS Foundation is a non-profit Indonesian organization dedicated to conservation of Bornean orangutan and their natural habitats. Working together with local communities, the minister of environment and forestry of the republic of Indonesia, and international partner organizations.

The BOS Foundation currently has more than 700 orangutans in the two rehabilitation centers, with support from 4000 highly dedicated staff and experts in the field of primatology, biodiversity, ecology, forest rehabilitation, agroforestry, community empowerment, communication, education, and orangutan welfare. For further information, please visit www.orangutan.or.id

SAMBOJA LESTARI

EAST KALIMANTAN ORAUTAN REINTRODUCTION PROGRAM

Formally known as Wanariset, the project was relocated in 2006, due to insufficient space and was renamed samboja lestari. The program is currently located about 38kilometers from Balikpapan. In east Kalimantan and we work there in collaboration with the east Kalimantan conservation and natural resources authority (BKSDA). An executive technical unit of the Indonesian ministry of forestry. The land at samboja lestari is owned by BOS Foundation and is the location of our forest rehabilitation program.

SAMBOJA LESTARI TODAY

Samboja Lodge is a venture of Borneo OrangUtan Survival (BOS) Foundation. Here visitors will be able to gain first-hand knowledge on what is required to rebuild a forest and protest its wildlife, especially in our effors to preserve the rainforest and critical endangered bornean orangutan.

Samboja lodge's unique design is based on local architecture. All interior and exterior walls are made from recycled materials. The cosmetic touches are all traditional handicraft and are produced by local and dayak communities around the area. It is surrounded by lush vegetation and each room has its own patio or balcony from which to enjoy surrounding forest.

our principles

Samboja Lodge has a management system that prioritizes the needs of all three parties that play an important role in its development - the foundation, the guests/donors, and the employees.

VISION:

To be the best ecotourism destination in Indonesia focused on conservation; prioritizing service and education for our guests/donors that support the conservation work undertaken at BOSF Samboja Lestari and empower the local community.

MISSION:

Establish a tourism program that provides education on orangutan and sun bear conservation.
Provide the best service by prioritizing the needs of the customer.
Contribute most/all of the profits/income to supporting the orangutan and sun bear conservation effort.
Offer employment opportunities for members of the surrounding communities, which will improve the lives of local people both financially and in a self-development capacity.