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.
Hotel Tarakan Plaza
Hotel Tarakan Plaza is a 3-star hotel situated in Tarakan, Tarakan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.6/10 across 51 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Urbanview near Syamsudin Noor Airport
Urbanview near Syamsudin Noor Airport is a 3-star hotel situated in Banjarbaru, Banjarbaru (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.5/10 across 87 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel Roditha
Hotel Roditha is a 3-star hotel situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 97 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Urbanview Hotel Diamond Malai Permata near Universitas Palangkaraya by RedDoorz
Urbanview Hotel Diamond Malai Permata near Universitas Palangkaraya by RedDoorz is a 3-star hotel situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 81 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Crown Hotel
Crown Hotel is a 3-star hotel situated in Tanjung Selor, Tanjung Selor (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.4/10 across 49 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Borneo Emerald Hotel
Borneo Emerald Hotel is a 3-star hotel situated in Ketapang, Ketapang (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.3/10 across 73 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Urbanview Hotel Bahtera Tarakan by RedDoorz
Urbanview Hotel Bahtera Tarakan by RedDoorz is a 3-star hotel situated in Tarakan, Tarakan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 8.2/10 across 60 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
RedDoorz Syariah near Taman Bekapai 2
RedDoorz Syariah near Taman Bekapai 2 is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.5/10 across 96 reviews. Located 851.3 km (1532–1872 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
The Star Hill Boutique Hotel
The Star Hill Boutique Hotel is a 2-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 8.3/10 across 93 reviews. Located 852.8 km (1535–1876 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Apartemen Borneo Bay Balikpapan City View
Apartemen Borneo Bay Balikpapan City View is a 5-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 10.0/10 across 10 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Just Cozy Apartment (1 BR borneo bay city)
Just Cozy Apartment (1 BR borneo bay city) is a 5-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.8/10 across 10 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Villa Agung Permai Singkawang
Villa Agung Permai Singkawang is a 5-star villa situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.5/10 across 22 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.