About Us
Jahoo provides primate watching opportunities and cultural experiences whilst supporting jobs and creating revenue for community
About Jahoo Ecotourism
Jahoo leverages traditional forest skills and indigenous knowledge into wildlife-friendly jobs such as guiding and wildlife research.
Building upon the partnership between the Wildlife Conservation Society and the community of Andoung Kraloeng that began in the early 2000's. Jahoo was formally established after years of dedicated community consultation, with gibbon habituation successfully starting in 2013. The name 'Jahoo' (pronounced Ja-who) comes from the Bunong word for female gibbon, shrouded in mystery and folk law in Bunong culture.
Jahoo has since evolved into one of Southeast Asia's leading examples of community-based Ecotourism, combining scientific conservation, ethical wildlife watching and immersive cultural experiences.
Your Impact
Gibbon Fund
The community development fund, a cornerstone of the project since Jahoo’s inception, starting when guests first visited in 2013 was later formalized as the Gibbon Fund. Today, it ensures a contribution of $30 from every guest directly supports the community of Andong Kralong.
Managed by an elected Indigenous Community Committee these funds motivate and empower community conservation actions and social development.
The gibbon fund backs community-led patrols, elderly support, student education and Indigenous Bunong cultural ceremonies and celebrations.
Park Fees
Jahoo contributes USD 5 to the Ministry of Environment per tourist to support wider conservation activities within the protected area of Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary.
In collaboration with local leadership, Jahoo aims to demonstrate that community-ecotourism can benefit the environment and local development, whilst providing a wildlife-friendly source of finance for protected area operations.
Work with Jahoo!
Build your career where conservation meets community.
Join a team protecting wildlife, empowering Bunong communities, and delivering meaningful eco-tourism experiences in Keo Seima Wildlife Sanctuary.
