I woke up around 6am. I had a pretty decent night's sleep. Got up once in the middle of the night to use the toilet, but overall I think the jungle sounds were really soothing. I lay in bed for about 40 minutes and listened to all the birds calling and insect sounds. There was a bird throughout the night that made a very loud, sudden call that seemed so close by it could have been in the bed with us! But that was the only thing I really remember.

At breakfast the staff pointed out a crocodile swimming along the river (with such small parts of its body breaking the surface it wasn't easy to spot), and there were more proboscis monkeys and macaques on the opposite bank. We were all packed up and ready to go by 8am. It was rather precarious climbing back down the steep wooden ladders that took us to the main boat (I can't say I'd enjoyed going up it either) – but I managed not to fall on my arse! As we drew closer to the village where we needed to dock, there were lots of people in boats either fishing or transporting goods. Children were wading through the mud carrying baskets, and everybody waves at you as you go past. Then we commenced the drive back and returned to Sepilok at 10.30am, so we made great time.

After lunch we met with Sylvia to discuss ways we can help the centre after we leave. One major concern is fundraising, so they can buy more land nearby, and stop it falling into the hands of other developers, such as resorts. The semi-wild orangutans inevitably end up visiting these places and causing mischief, which is not helpful to them, the centre, or the tourists. I was talking with her about marketing, and Sepilok doesn't even have a website! So I hope to be able to assist with some of these things in future.

Then it was off to see the orangutans again in the afternoon. James put out the food today and Kala, Clenan and baby Awantang were there. This baby is a bit bigger than the others, and very adventurous, wandering away from mum frequently (so I got some good pictures). Over at the outdoor nursery, everyone was there! As well as most of the juveniles there was Matimus, Kacy, Boogie Boy and Malim. Kacy decided to spend quite a bit of time playing with a rock, and balancing it all over her body, which was certainly an interesting sight. As we left the centre, Ceria was by the entrance, swinging in the trees and watching everyone closely – with a ranger close by to ensure there was no funny business!