We’re trying to get involved with local hands-on conservation work
Author Archives: Felix
The diving project in Raja Ampat
As our stay on the island of Arborek will be coming to an end in a few days it’s a good time to look back and reflect.
Raja Ampat – Living the simple live
It’s a hard life in paradise. We’re trying to adjust to the simple life style here in Raja Ampat for our second project.
What are we doing to these animals?
At Samboja Lestari we are working with orangutans and sun bears, that are kept here because they need help after humans had caused them harm in various ways.
Job title: Orangutan Entertainer
Our first working day at the Samboja Lestari Orangutan Sanctuary was spent on “enrichment” for the great apes. Tired but happy we are back in our room after a very sweaty day.
Walking Central Jakarta
A walking tour through central Jakarta brought us to some nice and some not-so-nice corners of the city.
How much hair do you like?
Should I travel on with the beard? Your opinions are requested!
Braving Lake Taupo
Our little kayaking adventure on the largest lake of NZ with some Maori rock art
On the slopes of Mount Doom
A beautiful hike in the Tongariro National Park, the region of “Mordor”.
Facing the “Pest”
New Zealand’s fight against introduced animal species to save to last unique birds on the islands.