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)
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Tiffany's House Banjarbaru
Tiffany's House Banjarbaru is a 3-star entire house situated in Banjarbaru, Banjarbaru (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 10.0/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Guest House Syariah
Guest House Syariah is a 3-star apartment/flat situated in Mabuun, Mabuun (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 10.0/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
HOTEL TIRTA ASRI
HOTEL TIRTA ASRI is a 3-star hotel situated in Malang & Batu Highlands, Batulicin (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 10.0/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Cozy 2BR House in Singkawang City
Cozy 2BR House in Singkawang City is a 3-star entire house situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.9/10 across 3 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Borneo Bay Apartment Studio by @liburanbalikpapan
Borneo Bay Apartment Studio by @liburanbalikpapan is a 3-star apartment/flat situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.9/10 across 3 reviews. Located 850.9 km (1531–1871 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Mahkota Kayong Hotel Sukadana
Mahkota Kayong Hotel Sukadana is a 3-star hotel situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.8/10 across 4 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Grand Homestay Singkawang
Grand Homestay Singkawang is a 3-star entire house situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.7/10 across 4 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
GARDEN GUEST HOUSE
GARDEN GUEST HOUSE is a 3-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Malang & Batu Highlands, Batulicin (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 4 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Derawan Fisheries Water Cottage, Sea View, Balkon
Derawan Fisheries Water Cottage, Sea View, Balkon is a 3-star entire bungalow, entire bungalow situated in Berau, Berau (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 2 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with absolute beachfront (< 100m).
UMMIRA HOME 2
UMMIRA HOME 2 is a 3-star villa situated in Banjarbaru, Banjarbaru (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
1001 Home
1001 Home is a 3-star apartment/flat situated in Singkawang, Singkawang (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Innap Balikpapan
Innap Balikpapan is a 3-star entire house situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Mid-Range Comfort), holding a verified guest score of 9.6/10 across 1 reviews. Located 851.3 km (1532–1872 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.