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Learn 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!
Welcome to Balikpapan! It is now a port city but 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 on the coast area.
Your Mahakam River Tour begins upon arrival at airport. Meet our guide who will take you to the town of Loa Janan that is about 2 and half hours driving car. It is where you will board the houseboat prepared for you to explore the Mahakam River. Meals and accommodation are provided on board.
Meals: Lunch – Dinner
Accommodation: Standard Houseboat with AC
After breakfast on boat, we stop at Muara Muntai which is a traditional fishing village along the river. Here, you will observe the ways of life of the locals.
Then, continue the trip by motorized canoe over the Lake Jempang. It is one of the 3 major wetlands in the region and happens to be also a birdwatcher’s paradise. After that, you will cruise through the Ohong river where you can see wildlife alongside. The destination will be Mancong which is one of the scenic village where you will meet a Dayak tribe.
On arrival, welcome ceremony will be performed by Dayak Benuaq tribe in front of their long house. Enjoy some time with them then we will return to the house boat to continue the cruise to Tenggarong which is known as the King’s City. It is the home to the old Kutai Sultanate.
Lunch box, dinner and overnight on boat.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Accommodation: Standard Houseboat with AC
Breakfast on the boat, then we 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.
In the afternoon, we will walk around to observe the orangutans, sun bears and other animals in the area. At the end of the day, check in at Lodge. Meals and overnight at the Lodge.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Accommodation: Samboja Lodge
Breakfast at Lodge, then the day begins by observing the orangutans, sun bears around the lodge until lunch time. After that, proceed to Bangkirai Hills where you will find a canopy bridge, lush forest with fresh air and beautiful sounds of the animals. Observe the primary rain forest and do some jungle trekking.
Afterward, we return to the Black River to observe the wild animals alongside the river by canoe. In the late afternoon, we head back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner
Accommodation: Samboja Lodge
Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge. After that, you will have free time to enjoy the last moments in this land. At appointed time, we will transfer you to the airport where you will catch the flight to your next destination.
Thank you for marching your footprints in this Mahakam River Tour with Come2Indonesia. We hope to see you again on your next journey. Sampai jumpa!
Meals: Breakfast
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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.
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:
Depends on the type of travel, you may also need these in your What to Bring list:
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.
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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