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.
HER MANDIRI GUEST HOUSE
HER MANDIRI GUEST HOUSE is a 1-star motel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 5.2/10 across 360 reviews. Located 857.4 km (1543–1886 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Kahyangan Resort
Kahyangan Resort is a 4-star resort situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 7.8/10 across 94 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Nusa Nook
Nusa Nook is a 4-star homestay situated in Pontianak, Pontianak (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 7.4/10 across 29 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel O near Universitas Palangka Raya formerly Wisma Aries
Hotel O near Universitas Palangka Raya formerly Wisma Aries is a 4-star hotel situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 7.2/10 across 56 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Verse Guest House
Verse Guest House is a 4-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Pontianak, Pontianak (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 7.1/10 across 87 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
OYO 94775 Palm Cafe Inn
OYO 94775 Palm Cafe Inn is a 4-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 7.1/10 across 51 reviews. Located 853.1 km (1535–1876 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel 88 Batulicin by WH
Hotel 88 Batulicin by WH is a 3-star hotel situated in Malang & Batu Highlands, Batulicin (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.3/10 across 46 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Borneo Bay City Balikpapan Kartanegara Martadipura
Borneo Bay City Balikpapan Kartanegara Martadipura is a 3-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.0/10 across 27 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Borneo Bay City Apartment Studio Room
Borneo Bay City Apartment Studio Room is a 3-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.9/10 across 30 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel O near Mall Panakukkang formerly Al-Badar Hotel Syariah
Hotel O near Mall Panakukkang formerly Al-Badar Hotel Syariah is a 3-star hotel situated in Makassar & South Sulawesi, Makassar (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.8/10 across 35 reviews. Located 16 km (30–45 mins drive to UPG Airport) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Golden Snail Guest House
Golden Snail Guest House is a 3-star hostel, guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.6/10 across 42 reviews. Located 854.7 km (1538–1880 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Gold Inn Hotel
Gold Inn Hotel is a 3-star hotel situated in Sampit, Sampit (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.5/10 across 39 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland 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.