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Malayan sun bear resting on a tree, with a tired and depressed look on its face, Sepilok, Borneo, Malaysia
Malayan sun bear resting on a tree, with a tired and depressed look on its face, Sepilok, Borneo, Malaysia
ExpeditionsWonders of the Western Pacific: Orangutans, Sun Bears, and the Coral Triangle

Wonders of the Western Pacific: Orangutans, Sun Bears, and the Coral Triangle

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Sail through the Coral Triangle to discover remarkable biodiversity above and below the sea. Learn about conservation challenges and triumphs in the mangroves of Vietnam’s Con Dao National Park and observe orangutans and sun bears in Malaysian Borneo. Snorkel and dive healthy reefs, and swim in a lake filled with harmless jellyfish in Palau. Along the way, encounter cultures and traditions forged by people who have relied on the sea and its bounty for centuries.

Highlights

Camp Leakey, a research station established in 1971 by primatologist Dr. Biruté Galdikas, a protégée of paleontologist Louis Leakey and the founder of Orangutan Foundation International (OFI). Tanjung Puting Reserve (now National Park) in Central Borneo, Malaysia, Asia
  • Spend time in the company of Borneo’s gentle giants—orangutans—and see the reclusive sun bear, the smallest of the bear family

  • Discover Saigon’s winding streets and blend of modern skyscrapers, Buddhist temples, and bustling markets

  • Snorkel or dive amid the spectacular reefs of Indonesia’s Bunaken National Park, in the heart of the Coral Triangle

  • Hike to Jellyfish Lake on Eil Malk Island to enjoy a serene swim with hundreds of jellyfish who have lost their ability to sting

  • Take advantage of National Geographic Resolution’s state-of-the-art amenities, from wellness programs and spa treatments to gourmet dining options and wine tastings

duration
14 Days
starts at
Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
ends at
Koror, Palau
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duration
14 Days
starts at
Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
ends at
Koror, Palau

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Indonesia 2023-24

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duration
14 Days
starts at
Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam
ends at
Koror, Palau
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Indonesia 2023-24

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