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.
OYO Flagship 1034 Pondok Mulia Guest House Syariah
OYO Flagship 1034 Pondok Mulia Guest House Syariah is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 3.6/10 across 30 reviews. Located 856.3 km (1541–1883 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel O Rinjani Guest House
Hotel O Rinjani Guest House is a 2-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 3.3/10 across 83 reviews. Located 855.7 km (1540–1882 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel O Tri Homestay
Hotel O Tri Homestay is a 2-star hotel situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 2.9/10 across 51 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Argadia House Syariah near Ahmad Yani Mitra RedDoorz
Argadia House Syariah near Ahmad Yani Mitra RedDoorz is a 1-star hotel situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 51 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Kosan Guest House Balikpapan
Kosan Guest House Balikpapan is a 1-star guest house situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 9.2/10 across 52 reviews. Located 855 km (1539–1881 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
49 Guesthouse Banjarmasin
49 Guesthouse Banjarmasin is a 1-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 9.0/10 across 93 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Star Hill Hotel Balikpapan
Star Hill Hotel Balikpapan is a 1-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 9.1/10 across 29 reviews. Located 852.8 km (1535–1876 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
RedDoorz Syariah @ Hotel JK Veteran Buntok
RedDoorz Syariah @ Hotel JK Veteran Buntok is a 1-star hotel situated in Tana Paser, Tana Paser (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.9/10 across 51 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel Bodhi
Hotel Bodhi is a 1-star hotel situated in Tanjung Selor, Tanjung Selor (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.7/10 across 52 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel Andaru Syariah
Hotel Andaru Syariah is a 1-star hotel situated in Sampit, Sampit (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.6/10 across 41 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
the Colour Hostel
the Colour Hostel is a 1-star hostel situated in Pontianak, Pontianak (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.5/10 across 81 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Syariah @ Komplek PLN Balikpapan
Syariah @ Komplek PLN Balikpapan is a 1-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 32 reviews. Located 855.3 km (1539–1881 mins drive) 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.