Close encounter with orang utans

Just a 30-minute drive from Kuching, the Semenggoh Wildlife Centre was established in the 1970s as a sanctuary for the rehabilitation of rescued orangutans. Those apes - and their offspring - have grown into a semi-wild colony that lives freely in the 250-acre reserve. When fruit is scarce in the trees, between March and October, they return to special feeding platforms. While there are no guarantees, there's a high chance you'll see some of the orangutans descend from the trees to feed. It was a unique experience to be up close with the orangutans. You can see that they are well protected and even though they are being fed, some of them prefer hiding in the jungle to fend for themselves. For those visiting Sarawak, this is one of the few wildlife reserves that you need to check it out and it is easily accessible from Kuching city. Transport: There’s a direct bus to Semenggoh from Kuching. From Mosque Road in Kuching, take City Public Link bus, number K6 which stops at the Ticketing Booth of Semenggoh Nature Reserve. If you’re heading to the morning feeding session, the bus leaves at 7:15am. Arrive early, as it departs promptly or even a few minutes early. The bus fare cost is RM 4.00 each way. Admission fees: Adults RM10 Children RM5 Address: KM 20, Borneo Highland Road, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia