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 3884 Dixie Syariah Guest House
OYO 3884 Dixie Syariah Guest House is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Samarinda (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 4.6/10 across 2 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
OYO 3758 Hotel Garuda Syariah
OYO 3758 Hotel Garuda Syariah is a 2-star guesthouse/bed and breakfast, guesthouse/bed and breakfast situated in Bontang, Bontang (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 4.4/10 across 2 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
Wisata Hotel Banjarmasin
Wisata Hotel Banjarmasin is a 2-star hotel situated in Banjarmasin, Banjarmasin (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 4.4/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel O Penginapan Budhe Sri
Hotel O Penginapan Budhe Sri is a 2-star hotel situated in Kuta & Legian, Samarinda (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 4.3/10 across 4 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with short scooter / drive (< 2km to coast).
Hotel O Penginapan Laras PaminggirNearPesona Alam Seafood Pink Mira
Hotel O Penginapan Laras PaminggirNearPesona Alam Seafood Pink Mira is a 2-star hotel situated in Sungkai, Sungkai (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 4.0/10 across 1 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel O Guest House Pandita
Hotel O Guest House Pandita is a 2-star hotel situated in Tana Tidung, Tana Tidung (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 3.7/10 across 4 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
Hotel O Nyi Rindang Near Puskesmas Jekan Raya
Hotel O Nyi Rindang Near Puskesmas Jekan Raya is a 2-star hotel situated in Palangkaraya, Palangkaraya (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 3.5/10 across 3 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
RedDoorz @ Derawan Beach Cottage
RedDoorz @ Derawan Beach Cottage is a 2-star cabin situated in Pulau Derawan, Pulau Derawan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 3.2/10 across 2 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with tranquil countryside retreat.
SPOT ON 92037 Jokotole 2 Homestay
SPOT ON 92037 Jokotole 2 Homestay is a 2-star homestay situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 3.0/10 across 1 reviews. Located 854.6 km (1538–1880 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
OYO 3491 Banawa Residence
OYO 3491 Banawa Residence is a 2-star hotel situated in Balikpapan & IKN Gateway, Balikpapan (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 2.8/10 across 2 reviews. Located 854.8 km (1538–1880 mins drive) with inland valley / highland retreat.
Hotel O Penginapan Kryani
Hotel O Penginapan Kryani is a 2-star hotel situated in Tana Paser, Tana Paser (Budget & Homestay), holding a verified guest score of 2.5/10 across 3 reviews. Located approx. 25–45 mins to regional airport with inland valley / highland retreat.
OYO 3731 Pelangi Guest House
OYO 3731 Pelangi Guest House 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 2.5/10 across 3 reviews. Located 853.8 km (1536–1878 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.