Kalimantan (Borneo Wilds)
River safaris, wild orangutans, and untouched archipelagos
The Indonesian portion of Borneo encompasses dense ancient jungle, navigable blackwater rivers where traditional wooden klotok boats glide toward wild orangutan sanctuaries, and remote coral atolls with stingless jellyfish lakes.
Destinations in Kalimantan (Borneo Wilds)
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Tanjung Puting National Park
Jungle River Safari, Primate Conservation & Untouched Wilderness
Klotok Riverboat Expeditions into Wild Orangutan Rainforests
Sail through blackwater jungle rivers aboard traditional wooden houseboats to observe wild and rehabilitated Bornean orangutans in primary rainforest.
Derawan & Maratua Islands
Remote Lagoon Sanctuary, Marine Wonder & Prehistoric Lakes
Stingless Jellyfish Lakes, Manta Cleaning Stations & Sea Turtle Atolls
A remote archipelago off East Borneo famous for swimming in Kakaban’s prehistoric stingless jellyfish lake and drift diving with mantas.
Mahakam River & Dayak Heartland
Heartland River Voyage, Indigenous Dayak Lore & Rare River Dolphins
Freshwater Dolphin River Safaris & Indigenous Dayak Lamin Longhouses
Journey deep into the Borneo interior along the mighty Mahakam River to discover elusive Irrawaddy freshwater dolphins and ancient Dayak earlobe-stretching elders.
Curated Accommodations in Kalimantan (Borneo Wilds)
Discover premier resorts, boutique sanctuaries, and heritage hotels selected across thousands of verified guest stays with priority quality curation.
Pondok Indah Guesthouse
Pondok Indah Guesthouse is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Samarinda (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 131 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Amaris Hotel Samarinda
Amaris Hotel Samarinda is a 2-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Samarinda (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 408 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Bintang Hotel Balikpapan
Bintang Hotel Balikpapan is a 2-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.3/10 across 141 reviews. Located 850.7 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
RedDoorz @ Jalan Bukit Keminting
RedDoorz @ Jalan Bukit Keminting is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 261 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel Dynasty
Hotel Dynasty is a 2-star hotel situated in Tarakan, Tarakan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 151 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with absolute beachfront (< 100m).
Lembasung Boutique Syariah Hotel
Lembasung Boutique Syariah Hotel is a 2-star hotel situated in Tarakan, Tarakan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 115 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Save Hotel
Save Hotel is a 1-star hotel situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.8/10 across 204 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Pelita Guest House
Pelita Guest House is a 1-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 551 reviews. Located 853.6 km (1536–1877 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Padmaloka Hotel Tarakan
Padmaloka Hotel Tarakan is a 1-star hotel situated in Tarakan, Tarakan (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 224 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Kost Luis dan Penginapan Syariah
Kost Luis dan Penginapan Syariah is a 5-star guest house situated in Banjarbaru, Banjarbaru (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.8/10 across 27 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
CASADOVA HOMESTAY / Harian / Mingguan / Bulanan
CASADOVA HOMESTAY / Harian / Mingguan / Bulanan is a 5-star entire house situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.5/10 across 33 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
HOTEL FOVERE KUALA KAPUAS BY CONARY
HOTEL FOVERE KUALA KAPUAS BY CONARY is a 5-star hotel situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.4/10 across 45 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Featured Itineraries for Kalimantan (Borneo Wilds)
4-Day Tanjung Puting Orangutan River Safari by Wooden Klotok
Klotok liveaboard river cruise, Camp Leakey, and proboscis monkey canopy roosts
The ultimate Bornean wildlife safari. Cruise the tannin-stained Sekonyer River aboard a private two-story wooden klotok houseboat, spotting proboscis monkeys and hornbills before arriving at Camp Leakey to observe wild and semi-wild orangutans in their natural jungle habitat.
4-Day Derawan Archipelago Stingless Jellyfish Lake & Manta Reefs
Prehistoric landlocked marine lakes, swimming with stingless jellyfish, and green turtle atolls
A remote archipelago off East Borneo. Swim without fear among millions of golden stingless jellyfish in Kakaban Island’s prehistoric landlocked lake, watch giant green turtles lay eggs on Sangalaki’s sands, and drift along Sangalaki’s famous Manta Parade reef.
5-Day Dayak Longhouse Heritage & Mahakam River Houseboat Cruise
Freshwater Irrawaddy dolphins, ironwood clan longhouses, and Dayak earlobe traditions
Cruise deep into the interior of East Kalimantan along the mighty Mahakam River aboard a traditional wooden houseboat. Spot rare freshwater Irrawaddy dolphins (Pesut), hike to remote Dayak Benuaq longhouses, and learn centuries-old ironwood weaving traditions.