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Mahakam River Tour: Orangutan & Mystical Dayak Tribe (5D/4N)

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Tour Code: BTG-BORNEO15

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Learn about the fascinating culture of the Dayak tribes in the Mahakam River with its freshwater dolphins on the eastern coast of Borneo. This fabulous journey is an exclusive mix of tribal life, endemic fauna and adventure. You will spend two nights in a floating house through the rain forest and two nights in an eco-lodge in the Samboja Lestari Reserve. Separate yourself from the world and let the adventure begin!

  • 4 Nights
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Pickup: Balikpapan, Borneo (BPN)
Itinerary: Mahakam River Tour

DAY 1: ARRIVAL BALIKPAPAN - LOA JANAN - MAHAKAM RIVER       ▼

Welcome to Balikpapan! It is now a port city but was once a fishing village built by Bugis people. You can find jewelry and gemstones sold at many markets, as well as nice white sandy beaches in the coastal area.

Your Mahakam River Tour begins upon arrival at the airport. Meet our guide who will take you to the town of Loa Janan, which is about 2 and a half hours by car. It is where you will board the houseboat prepared for you to explore the Mahakam River. Meals and accommodations are provided on board.

Meals: Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Standard Houseboat with AC

DAY 2:MUARA MUNTAI - MANCONG – TENGGARONG       ▼

You will do a short sightseeing trip at Muara Muntai Wooden Village, then cross Jempang Lake by motor canoe to Mancong. During the cruise you could see Rain Forest and wildlife at Ohong creek, like monkeys and birds.

Upon arrival at Mancong, you will be welcomed with a traditional ceremony by the Dayak Benuaq, one of the oldest Dayak tribes of East Kalimantan. In the late afternoon, you will go by motor canoe to Tanjung Isuy for sightseeing and return to Houseboat for dinner and overnight. The houseboat will cruise downstream to Tenggarong.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Standard Houseboat with AC

DAY 3:TENGGARONG - LOA JANAN - SAMBOJA LESTARI       ▼

Breakfast on the boat, then you will visit the local market, royal cemetery and a museum which also remains as Sultan Palace. Afterwards, return to the boat and cruise down river to get back to Loa Janan.

After lunch, we will proceed to Samboja Lestari Reserve where you will be introduced to an orangutan reintroduction program. It was the first program established by the Borneo Orangutan Survival (BOS) Foundation in 1991. It specifically provides care and rehabilitation for orangutans rescued from areas of habitat loss. Formally known as Wanariset, the project was relocated in 2006 due to insufficient space and was renamed Samboja Lestari. 

Upon arrival at the lodge, we will check in, and afterwards, you are free to take a walk around the lodge. Samboja Lodge organizes daily visits to the orangutan islands and the sun bear sanctuary on two different schedules: 8 AM and 1 PM. If you arrive at the lodge around their schedule, you may participate in one of the schedules. Each visit is approximately 4 hours. Dinner at the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner 

Accommodation: Samboja Lodge

DAY 4:SAMBOJA LESTARI - BANGKIRAI HILLS - BLACK RIVER       ▼

After breakfast, you will drive for about an hour to the Bangkirai Hills, where you can find several species of hard wooden trees and a tree-top hanging bridge about 40 meters high with beautiful views over the Bornean emerald jungle. The platform provides a perfect vantage point for observing macaques, leaf monkeys, maroon langurs, gibbons, and hornbills. Then go soft jungle trekking to enjoy the canopy bridge. A lunch box will be provided during the trip. If there is enough time in the afternoon, continue to enjoy the canoe trip at Black River (Sungai Hitam), the river system of the wetland of Balikpapan Bay. Sail by canoe to the mangrove forest to search for proboscis monkeys and birds. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner 

Accommodation: Samboja Lodge

DAY 5:END OF TRIP       ▼

Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge. After that, you will have free time to enjoy the last moments in this land. At the appointed time, you will transfer you to the airport, where you will catch the flight to your next destination.

Thank you for leaving your footprints on this Mahakam River Tour and this little haven with Come2Indonesia. We hope to see you again on your next journey. Sampai jumpa!

Meals: Breakfast  

Accommodation: –

Photos: Mahakam River Tour

Price Includes

  • Accommodations and meals as mentioned in the itinerary
  • All Twin Shared
  • English speaking guide during the excursions
  • Transportation and visit as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Donations and Entrance fees, permits
  • A unique experience!

Price Excludes

  • Domestic/international flights
  • Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended)
  • Visa
  • Airport tax
  • Alcohol, soft drinks, personal expenses
  • Extra expenses occurred due to causes beyond our control (force majeure) such as cancellations of flights, natural disasters, diseases, etc.
  • Everything that is not mentioned in “INCLUDES”
Map: Mahakam River Tour

FAQ

When is the best time of the year to do this tour?

Our favourite time for travel in Indonesia is between April to October. Although, Indonesia is a great year-round destination offering memorable experiences for all kinds of adventures. July to August are the peak summer months.

In West to Central part of the weather is delightfully warm and it’s a popular time for travellers to visit for holidays. If you wish to travel from October to April, the Eastern part Indonesia like Banda and Raja Ampat would be the best option.

For a more relaxing journey in Indonesia with less crowds, the shoulder months of April to June and September to October are ideal and slightly more economic. If you must travel in ‘high season’ but want to avoid the crowd, worry not, there are numbered of unbeaten track in Indonesia ready to be explored.

What should I bring?

The tropics is a warm and often sweaty place, especially if you have Borneo or Sulawesi included in your travel. Check out our suggestion on What to Wear:

  • Comfortable and light shirt and at least a pair of long sleeves
  • Comfortable walking shoes or trekking shoes if your trip include some trekking
  • Shorts and long pants
  • Couple of pairs of socks
  • Waterproof Jacket/Raincoat

Depends on the type of travel, you may also need these in your What to Bring list:

Underwater Trip:
  • Dive Insurance
  • Dive certificate
  • Certificate of Nitrox (for those who are using Nitrox)
  • Dive equipment except Tanks and Weights. Please consult your travel expert to find out if the equipment is inclusive or not in your booking
  • Swimsuit/Dive suit
  • Adaptor DIN or INT
  • Flashlight
  • Sunscreen SPF +40
  • Waterproof bags
Land Tour and Trekking:
  • Small backpack for daily important item
  • Travel Insurance, which covers trekking and sport risk
  • Trekking shoes (check with your travel expert if you need a Goretex or simply a walking shoes)
  • Pullover (as in some area like Mt Bromo and some other places at high altitude, the temperature can get as low as 0 degree)
  • Hats
  • Small flashlight or head flashlight
  • Towel (preferably quick dry microfiber towel)
  • Flight tickets (keep the soft copy in your mobile)
  • Valid passport with Valid Visa (or check if you are eligible for Visa Free Entry)
  • Travel/Dive Insurance
  • Personal medication (include contact lenses)
  • Waterproof bag to put all important documents
  • All documents for your trip: vouchers, tickets, contact numbers
  • Credit card (in some major cities, credit card are widely accepted in restaurants and shops. Small charge might be applied)
  • Cash in Euro or USD (you may change into local currency Rupiah when you arrive here)
  • Camera, Battery and Charger
  • Adaptor (220V is used in Indonesia)
  • Toiletries
  • Sunscreen and Sunglasses
  • International driving license (if you plan to drive on your own)
  • Mosquito Repellent with DEET
  • Hygienic travel kits (mask, disinfectant or anti-virus spray, etc, etc)

How do I get to Balikpapan?

Balikpapan is easily reached from all major cities in Indonesia. Most airlines have flights to Balikpapan, including from Jakarta, Surabaya, and Makassar. Besides Garuda Indonesia and Lion Air, other domestic low-cost carriers to Balikpapan are Sriwijaya Air, Citilink, Indonesia Air Asia. Internationally, SilkAir flies direct to Balikpapan from Singapore. 

How hard is our tour?

We have classified our tours in 3 different classes. Always check which one suitable for your condition. If you have any doubt, you may consult to our travel expert.

Easy: Suitable for most people in good health. These trips can include short walk for days with around 2–3 hours in good paths and at low altitudes.

Medium: A reasonable level of fitness or technique is required, as these trips can require sustained endurance levels as the trip may include longer days of approximately 5-6 hours of activity or/and in higher altitudes, or snorkelling in strong current.

Hard: These trips are physically demanding and best suited for people with a high endurance level, good level of fitness and exercise regularly. Days can be long around 7-8 hours of activity, often at high altitudes, in remote regions and sometimes without a support vehicle nearby. Travellers may be required to carry their backpack, trip with trekking overnights without access to normal toilets or accommodations.

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