Semenggoh Orangutan Centre from Kuching

Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

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

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Infants free of charge, no seat

A minimum of 2 person per booking is required

A maximum of 15 people per booking allowed

Advisable to wear comfortable walking shoes

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Driver/guide

1 water

Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Hotel/port pickup and drop-off

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

Semenggoh Orangutan Rehabilitation Centre situated about a 30-minute drive from Kuching. Here the Orangutans are being nurtured to re-adapt themselves to the jungle life. It is also home to numerous baby orangutan, born in the wild to rehabilitated mothers, a further testament to the success of the program. You will have to chance to observe the semi-wild orangutans coming out of the forest for the feeding time. Before arriving at the feeding platform, you will have a brief experience walking through the amazing untouched rainforest. As a result of its success, Semenggoh's role has changed and it is nowadays a center for the study of orangutan biology and behavior. A visit to Semenggoh is a once a lifetime experience to see semi-wild orangutan, ranging from tiny infants and boisterous adolescents to dignified mature adults, enjoying life in a secure natural habitat. This tour includes return transfers to your accommodation. You may choose a morning or afternoon departure. Please note: the feeding sessions take place at approximately 9:00 to 9:30am and 3:00 to 3:30pm.

3 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Kuching City Hotels

Morning Departure / Afternoon : Tour includes English speaking guide, entrance fee, and 1 drinking water. Departing at 7.30am / 2pm
Pickup included

Outskirts Hotels

Surcharge: Outskirt hotels. Damai Beach Resort , Permai Rainforest Resort , The Culvert Resort Hotel Kuching , Cove 55
Pickup included

Reviews

4.43

51 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Wonderful experience !
SeanH2420,
Sep 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing experience, up close and personal to these wonderful animals, our guide was knowledgeable and humorous, wre managed to see six Orangutans on our visit including a new born and an alpha male, brilliant from start to finish !
Dream came true
Nerea U,
Jul 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was amazing to see the orangutans in the wild. An experience I will never forget, beautiful animals that take your breath away 🥺🦧☺️.Speechless!
Get a grab there yourself, the tour guide was useless waste of money and rude. Orangutans however amazing!
fionajaneminikin,
May 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
17/5/25 - The overall trip was an amazing experience and we were very lucky to see one large male orangutan in a natural environment. Please note however that you are not advised before hand (or less than 24 hrs before - so you can not cancel) that at the moment it is VERY rare to see them as the fruits are abundant (so no need for them to visit for food) and construction at the site is keeping the apes away. We learnt that there was no sightings for 2 weeks prior! So our expectation was low. So-again we were VERY fortunate that we saw one Orangutan. What stopped this being 5 stars was the tour guide. The poor condition of the car - old damaged pieces missing - the incredibly rude driver Julian. Julian insulted me upon pick up, he made derogatory comments about my weight and ability for the car to “move”. I realise as experienced travellers in SEAsia being 6 foot and of Anglo heritage we are typically larger than most Asian heritage peoples however his comments on my weight was deeply hurtful and ruined the experience. He should not be working as a guide for international travellers.
Must-visit For Nature Lovers
somewherelands,
Feb 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An unforgettable experience! The reserve is home to semi-wild orangutans, and seeing them in their natural habitat was truly incredible. I was lucky to witness a few orangutans swinging through the trees and coming down for feeding—such a rare and special sight! The environment is well-preserved, with lush greenery and a peaceful atmosphere. (P.S. Do note that sightings are not guaranteed, as the orangutans roam freely, but that’s part of what makes the experience so authentic. Arriving early during feeding times increases your chances.) Overall, a and anyone looking to see these amazing creatures up close while supporting conservation efforts!
It was my lucky day during fruiting season.
LucyMcSmiles,
Dec 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had paid for a driver to take me to the Fairy caves and Wind Caves (highly recommend) I asked him if it was worth me coming here due to it being fruiting season and he said sure let's try. Turned up for the afternoon feeding time, in torrential rain, and was blessed with the appearance of 4 orangutans! All the staff are really friendly, it was a great experience!
Came to Kuching expressly for this experience !
g4georgeSydney,
Aug 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I came to Kuching expressly to see this Orangutan Centre and was not disappointed. I booked through "Ooo Haa Adventure Tours" and the cost was 125RM. Collected from Ranee Hotel (this was close to where I was actually staying) in a minivan with 6 other travelers. Takes minimum of about 45 minutes to get there and the guide arranges your entry ticket and a ride on a motor train to get to the feeding site. After a brief introductory talk by a ranger the food is laid out on a feeding platform, and you wait in anticipation. We saw 5 orangutans (very large male, a smaller male, a juvenile male and a mother and baby - OMG - so excited and privileged. Apparently, it is sometimes very "hit and mis" as to whether the animals indulge us with their presence and the people who came for the morning feeding session only saw 2 orangutans (but two is infinitely preferable to none). No complaints about anything - I loved the experience and was thankful to/for the Ooo Haa Adventure Tour.
Fantastic Experience, definitely recommend
Camper36963158781,
Aug 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic experience. Communication was Good. Our Driver was amazing. He told us so much information about Semenggoh and Kuching. We saw two Orangutans, they came so close to us. Definitely worth the money
Ok
Patricia N,
Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
4.00
You can see the orangutans but it feels only semi-wild as they are called in each day. They are also quite far away.
Fantastic.
649elenae,
Aug 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were in the afternoon in the moment Jn where orangutans were fed to get them out of the jungle Although the thing was a bit piloted it was beautiful, with the heat they struggle to get out and so they have to attract a little Exciting!
Orangutan Sanctuary
sarahdE4089QY,
Aug 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
The orangutan park was great however the bus picked us up late then we drove around Kuching picking up other visitors for another hour. We arrived gone 230 when the slot was 2-4. Much cheaper and efficient to get a Grab or taxi and pay 35RM for entry yourself. We were an hour away which was quite far but wouldn't have been as bad if we hadn't had to drive around Kuching.