Orangutans — Borneo
Most accessible great ape encounter. Sepilok (Sabah): Rehabilitation centre, feeding platforms. Kinabatangan River (Sabah): Wild sightings on river cruises.
Tigers — India
India has world’s largest tiger population.
Best reserves: Ranthambore (most accessible from Delhi), Bandhavgarh (highest density), Kanha.
Safari cost: $100–200/person/game drive.
Elephants — Sri Lanka
Minneriya National Park: ‘The Gathering’ — hundreds of elephants at one water source. July–September.
Udawalawe: Reliable year-round sightings.
Whale Sharks
Donsol, Philippines: Non-feeding, ethical encounters. Seasonal.
Chumphon Pinnacle, Koh Tao: Regular diving encounters.
Ranthambore tiger safaris and Borneo orangutan tours are bookable on Klook.