Borneo October 2017
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Silver Leaf Monkey
The 'shy' monkey. Taken at Bako National Park.
Proboscis Monkey
This bachelor was on his own at Bako, coming up fairly close.
Beach at Bako National Park
Looking out towards the South China Sea
Beach at Bako
Serene perspective, though it was in the low 90s with humidity at 95%, so not too comfortable.
Bako
Another perspective on the shoreline of Bako. The rains were coming soon.
Serian Market
Fresh fish in the market at Serian, on the way from Kuching to Batang Ai
Nan at Batang Ai
Giant reservoir at Batang Ai was the start of our boat ride to the longhouse at Nanga Sumpa.
Timber on the Sungai Mekong
These logs were all together on one part of the river, which was otherwise clear.
Nanga Sumpa Lodge
Guest dining and recreation area at Nanga Sumpa longhouse.
Nanga Sumpa Longhouse
We had a fun soccer game with two small fellows inside the longhouse.
Outside Nanga Sumpa Longhouse
Rebuilding/adding to the longhouse. These were kitchens being constructed.
Nanga Sumpa Chief and Friends
The chief (center), his brother (2nd from right), and friend.
Nanga Sumpa Longhouse Buildings
Across the inlet from the guest quarters, the main longhouse and outbuildings. The roosters crowed 24-hours a day, and one is crossing the bridge here.
Nanga Sumpa Guest Room
Spartan, with 3-hours electricity per day, and no hot water. Nan was stung by a hornet inside our bed.
On the River Near Nanga Sumpa
After a trek through the hills, we were taken by boat to a waterfall.
Nanette in Enseluai Waterfall
Beneath the waterfall, fish nibbled at our feet.
Nanette Finds Bliss at Enseluai Waterfall
The water was cool and comfortable. A great break from the 90-dagree heat and oppressive humidity.
Hugh at Enseluai Waterfall
River Near Enseluai Waterfall
We relaxed as our guides prepared a native-style lunch.
On the River Near Enseluai Waterfall
Chicken cooked in bamboo was smoking as we dried off after our swim.
