East Kalimantan Tours
Jungle Wildlife Orangutans & Dayak Culture Longhouses
2-3 Days Orangutan Berau
A brief journey into the heart of Berau takes you on a peaceful cruise along the Lesan River, leading towards Lesan Dayak. During this adventure trip, when lucky, you have the chance to spot orangutans roaming freely in the dense jungle. The trip also includes a visit to Benua Baru, a place where the Dayak Kayan people have lived since 1970 after migrating from the Apokayan region. The Dayak Kayan are a skilled and unique tribe known for their distinctive features, including long ears and traditional tattoos that hold cultural significance.
4 Days Kutai Park Wild Orangutan Jungle
A thrilling jungle trek through the breathtaking rainforest of East Kalimantan Island takes you deep into the heart of Kutai National Park, where the untouched wilderness teems with life. As you venture further into this lush and vibrant ecosystem, you'll have the opportunity to spot a variety of wildlife, including the elusive and fascinating Orang Utans. Your journey includes a visit to a prefab Orangutan Research station, where you can learn more about these incredible primates and their conservation. Along the way, you'll be exploring the dense forest, searching for signs of wild animals and catching a glimpse of the majestic Orang Utans in their natural habitat, all amidst the serene and untouched beauty of this remarkable rainforest jungle.
4 Days Wehea Reserve Rainforest trek
Wehea is known for its vast rainforest, which covers an area of 38,000 hectares. This forest is located in the East Kutai Regency, of East Kalimantan Province. The Wehea Forest is a dense and untouched jungle, and contains a variety of forest types, including lowland rainforest, dipterocarp forest, and montane forest, with more than 60 different types of trees found within its ecosystem. This rich and diverse forest is home to endangered species such as the Bornean orangutan, clouded leopard, sun bear, and grizzled langur. Wehea also shelters a wide range of wildlife, including lizards, deer, and numerous bird species, making it a true biodiversity haven.
4 Days Mighty Mahakam River Cruise
Cruising along the Mahakam River offers a delightful experience as you take in the beautiful and unique scenery that stretches along both sides of the waterway. As you travel, you'll navigate through various lakes and smaller rivers using a canoe, which allows for a more personal and immersive journey. This mode of travel leads you to visit authentic Dayak villages, where you can explore their traditional longhouses and get a glimpse into their rich culture. Along the river banks, you'll be surrounded by lush jungle landscapes, and if you're fortunate, you might spot the elusive fresh water dolphins, adding an exciting element to your river tour adventure.
5 Days Mahakam River Cruise Tour
A 5-day cruise along the Mahakam River offers a unique journey into the heart of Kalimantan. As we travel along this major river, we will pass through the deep interior of the region, with stops at traditional Dayak villages situated along the riverbanks. These visits provide an opportunity to experience the authentic culture and lifestyle of the Dayak people, including a glimpse into their ancient longhouses. Along the way, we will also visit the Kersik Luwai Orchid Park, a beautiful spot known for its stunning orchid displays. During the cruise, we may have the chance to spot freshwater dolphins, which are often seen in the river's clear waters, adding a special touch to the adventure tour.
7 Days Mystic Borneo Paradise
The seven-day adventure takes you through the breathtaking Karst Limestone Forest and the Lesan River in East Kalimantan. The area is known for its dramatic, steep rock formations that reach high into the sky, creating a stunning natural landscape. This region is part of the Mangkalihat wonderland, famous for its magnificent caves and serene lakes. Just nearby lies the Lesan Rainforest, which is a rich natural heritage site and a sanctuary for a wide variety of unique plant and animal life. Among the rare species that call this area home is the Orangutan, making it a special place for tourists wildlife enthusiasts.
7 Days Karst Limestone Forest & Lesan River
The tall, steep rock walls rise sharply against the bright blue sky above the Karst Mangkalihat Mountain as a caves and a blue lake wonderland in East Kalimantan. This place is a wonderful natural wonder filled with amazing caves and historical carved wall paintings of the Dayak tribe and serene lakes.
Nearby, the Lesan Rainforest is a special area that protects a rich variety of plant and animal life, home to unique flora and wildlife species like the Orangutan.
8 Days Maratua Travelicious
Beyond Maratua Island in the Derawan archipelago, you’ll find a true paradise with its breathtaking white sandy beaches, lush greenery, and wide open jungles that are home to playful orangutans and monkeys. The rich cultural heritage of the local community adds another layer of charm to the experience. Visitors can explore the vibrant marine life, including the famous whale sharks at the Bay, and take a relaxing stroll around Lake Cermin, also known as the mirror lake, which is unique for its fresh and salt water mixture. This combination of natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and cultural exploration makes the trip a truly unforgettable exploration experience in Kalimantan.
9 Days Mahakam River Soul
A remarkable and thrilling journey takes you to the uppermost sources of the Mahakam River, where you will adventure through powerful rapids and climb over towering limestone cliffs. As you progress, you'll arrive at majestic mountain ranges, lushly covered with untouched rainforests, home to vibrant ecosystems and ancient traditions. Along the way, you'll encounter remote villages inhabited by the Dayak tribes, offering a rare opportunity to experience their rich and authentic culture. This trip combines an exciting jungle trek with immersive cultural encounters, providing a truly unforgettable exploration of nature and indigenous Dayak tribe culture heritage.
2-3 Days Samboja Orangutan Survival
Visiting the Orangutans and Sun Bears is the main attraction of this tour plan. The Samboja Lestari Sungai Wain Reserve is a rehabilitation center and re-forest project part of the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) organization. This place plays an important role in helping Orangutans that have been rehabilitated to learn how to live and survive in their natural environment.
the Samboja Lestari orangutan sanctuary has a lodge for tourist visitors, of which income support the funding of their projects of reforestry, the sun-bear and orangutan sanctuary.
4 Days Ancient Orangutan Lesan Jungle River
The Lesan Dayak tribe continues to live by traditional ways of making a living, which include hunting, fishing, practicing dry farming, collecting honey, gathering Agarwood, which is a fragrant resin from the jungle, for the parfum industry, and also collecting bird nests that can be found in the limestone caves of Lesan Karst rainforest. The main way to enter this area is by canoe through the Lesan muddy River, or by four wheel drive ( 4WD ) car over the muddy road of the Lesan rainforest, which serves as a channel for tourists to travel into the remote dense jungle, where lots of wildlife species hide, including wild orangutans. Tourist can explore the Lesan rainfores by hiking or either bya canoe at the Lesan river
5 Days Derawan Archipelago islands
Derawan Islands, which include places like Kakaban, Sangalaki, and Maratua, are considered one of the most beautiful marine destinations in Indonesia. These islands are special because they offer a wide array of natural wonders, such as the coral reefs that are home to a variety of marine life. One of the most fascinating features is the jellyfish lake, where you can see these graceful creatures floating in their own unique environment. Additionally, the waters are teeming with large manta rays that glide gracefully through the currents. Another enchanting sight is the magical highlight moment to witness sea turtles coming ashore to lay their eggs on the sand beaches.
5 Days Beyond Kalimantan Wildlife
Take a peaceful journey along the Mahakam River, to the Jempang Lake and continue on to the Kedang Pahu River. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to visit the traditional Dayak villages, where you can explore their cultural heritage and see their longhouses situated along the riverbanks. Then, head to Kutai National Park for an exciting jungle trek, where you can spot fascinating wildlife such as Orangutans and a wide variety of exotic animals.
This journey offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and rich culture of the region.
7 Days East Kalimantan Wildlife Glance
Discover the breathtaking wildlife experiences in East Kalimantan, where you can explore the lush rainforests of Kutai National Park and encounter the fascinating Orangutans in their natural habitat. A Journey to the dense jungle environment, where incredible primates live and thrive. Take a trip to the Dayak Kenyah traditional longhouse in Miau Baru village, which offers a glimpse into the cultural heritage and traditions of the local indigenous people. Explore the stunning Merabu Karst forest, a remarkable limestone forest known for its unique geological formations, ancient historical paintings, and intricately carved sculptures that tell stories of the past. This region is a must-visit destination for nature and history enthusiasts tourist.
7 Days Mahakam River Rainforest Cruise
A cruise along the upper Mahakam River takes you deep into the rainforest, offering a unique opportunity to explore the natural beauty and cultural richness of the area. As you travel along the river, you will have the chance to visit authentic villages of various Dayak tribes, who have lived in harmony with the rainforest for generations. These villages, located along the riverbanks, provide a glimpse into the traditional lifestyles, customs, and ways of the indigenous people. This cruise offers more than just a scenic journey—it's an immersive experience that blends adventure, culture, and natural wonders.
8 Days Berau Orangutans & Maratua Exquisite
Step into the heart of Berau regency and discover a world teeming with unique plants and animals. Venture deep into the lush greenery of the Lesan jungle, when lucky you can spot the majestic orangutans in their natural habitat. After an adventurous day in the wild, unwind and rejuvenate on the tranquil shores of Maratua island, part of the stunning Derawan archipelago. This hidden paradise offers breathtaking white sand beaches framed by towering palm trees and crystal-clear lagoons with their vibrant blue waters, making it the perfect spot to relax and soak in the beauty of nature.
17 Days Cross Borneo
The Cross Borneo expedition tour is an intense challenging and physically demanding adventure that takes you on a long and arduous journey from the coastal line of East Kalimantan to the upper stream Mahakam River part.
The Jungle trek leads you all the way to the untouched and beautiful cloud rainforests found in the Muller Mountain range towards West Kalimantan. As you hike through this thick and wild jungle on foot, you will eventually reach in a 6 to 8 days the Kapuas River head waters in West Kalimantan, which is located at the opposite end of the Indonesian Borneo Island, to cruise downstream through the fast stream rapids of the Kapuas river back into the civilisation