Visit Sintang along the Kapuas River
Sintang city, which is the capital of Sintang regency, is conveniently accessible from Pontianak by land, either through river transportation or by air. The city is linked to Pontianak via several road routes, as well as by rivers such as Pinyuh, Sidas Ngabang, Sanggau, Semunati, and Sekadau.
The name "Sintang" originates from the local Dayak term "senetang," meaning a location situated near a river and its tributaries.
The city was founded by Demang Irawan, also known as Jubairi, who was the eleventh descendant of Aji Melayu, a highly intelligent and courageous king from the Sepauk region.
Some remnants of Aji Melayu's kingdom still exist today, including the Batu Pujaan, or the sacred stone, and the Batu Kabut, or the misty stone.
Both stones feature images of the Buddha. These landmarks, along with the resting place of Aji Melayu, can be found in Nanga Sepuak.
Sintang also has several historical sites that are worth visiting. One of the notable attractions is the Sintang Museum, which was once the royal palace of the Sintang kingdom. The museum was constructed in 1937 by Panembahan Raden Abdul Bahri Danu Perdana. Inside, you can see the kingdom's emblem, which is shaped like an eagle, along with seven cannons that are preserved as part of the collection.
Sintang Travel Information
Destination :Sintang West Kalimantan, Indonesia
Main Interest & Tour Activities :
Kapuas River cruise
Jungle Trek, diverse flora and fauna
Gunung Palung reserve with wild orangutans, and other excotic wildlife,as crocodiles,several birds species, and many flower spieces can be found here.
Visiting the Dayak Iban Longhouse.
Longhouses can also be found at the upper Kapuas River.
Mount Kelam Climb expedition
Culture :
Dayak
Flora & Fauna :
Tropical Rainforest and Wildlife
Tour Starting Point :
Pontianak, West Kalimantan , Indonesia
Tour Transport Possibilities :
by car or public bus or ferry boat from Pontianak to several destinations inland west Kalimantan
Pontianak is reachable by flight from several destinations, as Batam, Jakarta,Surabaya, and Kucing.
Tour Ending Point :
Pontianak or for the cross West to East Kalimantan trip Balikpapan
Travel Distance to entry point :
500km
Tour Duration :
Short Get Through Visit 5 to 8 Days
Accommodation & Hotels :
Simple Hotels
Tour Grade :
Moderate to challenging