
Mangkiling Jungle Wildlife at Meratus Mountains
Mangkiling, located in the Benawa district, is a remote region that is largely covered by dense jungle, nestled deep within the interior of the area. This place is known for its cool and pleasant climate, as it is beautifully shaded by towering trees and situated along the banks of a swiftly flowing river. Despite its challenging accessibility, many travelers who visit South Kalimantan Island make it a point to explore this area. Near Mangkiling, there is a village that is home to several thousand people.
To reach Loksado from Barabai, travelers typically pass through several key locations, including Hantakan, Tilahan, Kampung Baru, and Papangkan.
In addition to Loksado, there are several other interesting tourist sites that can be visited starting from Barabai. For instance, Ugud village is just one hour away by foot from Barabai. From Ugud, it takes about three hours on foot to reach Namang. A short 15-minute walk from Namang leads to Batu Kembar. Continuing further, it takes approximately three hours to get to Kiyo from Batu Kembar. From Kiyo, visitors can trek for another three hours to reach Datai Alai. Finally, the journey from Datai Alai to Kadayang is quite long, taking around 11 hours of travel.
Mangkiling Travel information
Tour Destination :Mangkiling, South Kalimantan, Indonesia Borneo Island
Main Interest & Tour Activities :
Jungle trek, and exploring the Flora and Fauna which can not be found anywhere else in the world, as only at Kalimantan.
Recommended visit time for Mangkiling is 2 till 4 days.
Culture :
Dayak, Banjar
Flora & Fauna :
Tropical Rainforest and Wild life
Tour Starting Point :
Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, Indonesia
Tour Transport Possibilities :
by public bus or chartered car from Banjarmasin to Mangkiling, or by public ferry or chartered motor canoe cruising up the Barito River
Tour Ending Point :
Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, Indonesia
Travel Distance to entry point :
300 Km from Banjarmasin Airport, South Kalimantan
Tour Duration :
Short Get Through Visit 3 to 5 Days
Hotels & Accommodation :
Simple Hotels, homestays and Local Houses or Jungle Camp
Tour Grade :
Moderate till Challenging
