The Wilds of Borneo: Orangutans & Beyond

In Borneo’s remote rainforests, “Ambassador of Orangutans” Bedley Asun shares a life shaped by the jungle—where wild orangutans, hornbills and pygmy elephants appear from the canopy, and each day brings a new encounter in one of Earth’s richest ecosystems.

Can you name all eight bear species? You’ll be able to after this exclusive author talk! Bears have shaped ecosystems and inspired human storytelling for millennia. But today, many bears face an uncertain future. Join award-winning journalist and author Gloria Dickie and Nat Hab Director of Content Rachel Walker for a conversation about Dickie’s acclaimed book Eight Bears: Mythic Past and Imperiled Future. They’ll explore the cultural mythology, biology and conservation challenges facing bears, from grizzlies and polar bears to the little-known bears of Southeast Asia.

Journey into one of Earth’s oldest rainforests on our Wilds of Borneo: Orangutans & Beyond adventure. Expedition Leader Harsha Jayaramaiah offers a preview of this sustainable safari through Borneo’s lush jungles, home to orangutans, pygmy elephants, proboscis monkeys, sun bears and vibrant birdlife. Learn what sets this expedition apart, from river cruises and night walks to visits with conservation projects—plus packing tips and other expert insights.

Primates are among the most fascinating and diverse animals on Earth, from mountain gorillas in Africa’s misty highlands to golden snub-nosed monkeys in China’s snowy forests. They thrive in ecosystems as varied as Amazon rainforests, African savannas and even urban outskirts, where their lives intersect with our own. Join Expedition Leader Eric Ramirez to explore global primate diversity, learn about conservation challenges primates face, and discover how responsible tourism can support wildlife and local communities.