River cruises, nightlife

We set off on a river cruise before 6 a.m., rewarded with a beautiful early morning landscape. We see various pig-tailed and proboscis monkeys.

Unfortunately, I can't join the jungle hike that follows because my stomach is revolting. We have more river tours in the afternoon and later in the evening, and luckily I'm feeling better in time for them.

After dinner, our night excursion begins. The Imam echoes across the riverbank, creating a curious atmosphere so far from civilization. We get to see saltwater crocodiles, considered the largest and most dangerous crocodiles in the world. But ours are small—a baby and a juvenile. It took me a while to see them, even though I could see exactly where everyone else was looking. There could be a full-grown crocodile next to me, ready to strike, and I wouldn't realize it until I was already dead. I don't think I'd last long there.

Oh, and Eryanto just happened to spot the little snake during full speed from the boat, despite it being barely bigger than the reeds it was in. Unbelievable! Good man! 👍🏽