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Full-Day Tangkoko Trekking
Duration: Full Day (Approx. 10–12 Hours)
Location: Tangkoko Nature Reserve, Bitung, North Sulawesi
Overview
Explore the biodiversity of Tangkoko Nature Reserve on an intensive single-day guided trek. Led by expert local naturalists, this tour takes you deep into primary rainforests and coastal trails to spot North Sulawesi’s most iconic endemic birds, rare primates, and exotic wildlife.
Tour Highlights
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Early Morning Birding: Spot endemic hornbills, kingfishers, and songbirds in peak morning light.
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Wildlife Encounters: Walk alongside habituated troops of Crested Black Macaques and look for high-canopy Sulawesi Bear Cuscus.
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Dusk Tarsier Spotting: End the day at ancient strangler fig trees to watch the nocturnal Spectral Tarsiers wake up and emerge.
Target Species
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Birds: Knobbed Hornbill, Sulawesi Dwarf Kingfisher, Lilac-collared Kingfisher, Red-backed Triller, Green-backed Kingfisher.
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Wildlife: Spectral Tarsier, Crested Black Macaque, Sulawesi Bear Cuscus.
What’s Included
✅ Professional local birding guide
✅ Tangkoko Reserve entrance permits
✅ Lunch & drinking water
✅ Rest basecamp at Tangkoko Birder Lodge
Quick Itinerary
05:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Early morning forest trek for peak birding hours.
11:00 AM – 02:00 PM: Lunch break and rest at Tangkoko Birder Lodge.
02:30 PM – 06:30 PM: Afternoon trail trek, ending with tarsier watching at dusk.
Ready to Spot Endemic Birds in Tangkoko?
Send us your target species list and travel dates. Our expert local guides will handle all field logistics, permits, and comfortable lodging.