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.
Two Bedroom Borneo Bay Apartment
Two Bedroom Borneo Bay Apartment is a 5-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.2/10 across 15 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Guest House Berlian Syariah
Guest House Berlian Syariah is a 5-star guest house situated in Banjarbaru, Banjarbaru (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.1/10 across 19 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Aamina Syariah Balikpapan
Aamina Syariah Balikpapan is a 5-star guest house situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.1/10 across 12 reviews. Located 850.8 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
RUMAH KITA / Harian / Bulanan
RUMAH KITA / Harian / Bulanan is a 5-star entire house situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 8.9/10 across 8 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Mater Dei Homestay
Mater Dei Homestay is a 5-star homestay situated in Tanjung Redeb, Tanjung Redeb (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 8.7/10 across 7 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Green Valley Balikpapan By skylane
Green Valley Balikpapan By skylane is a 5-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Ultra-Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 8.6/10 across 18 reviews. Located 853.8 km (1536–1878 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Lotusa by Swiss-Belhotel Batulicin
Lotusa by Swiss-Belhotel Batulicin is a 4-star hotel situated in Malang & Batu Highlands, Batulicin (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.8/10 across 15 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
SAFE HOUSE KOST 2 (Khusus Pria)
SAFE HOUSE KOST 2 (Khusus Pria) is a 4-star hotel situated in Pontianak, Pontianak (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 7 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Pentapolis Residence by Hana Living
Pentapolis Residence by Hana Living is a 4-star serviced apartment, serviced apartment situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.3/10 across 23 reviews. Located 851.8 km (1533–1873 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Bukit Jeruk Residence 3kamar, Kolam renang
Bukit Jeruk Residence 3kamar, Kolam renang is a 4-star entire bungalow, entire bungalow situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.4/10 across 5 reviews. Located 854 km (1537–1878 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Kiwi Guest House
Kiwi Guest House is a 4-star inn situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.3/10 across 12 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Dangau Hotel Kubu Raya
Dangau Hotel Kubu Raya is a 4-star hotel situated in Pontianak, Pontianak (Upscale Luxury), holding a verified guest score of 9.3/10 across 10 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.