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Borneo Kalimantan Travel Wiki
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Tourist information, guides, as well as search possibility for cheapest travel offers and hotel deals. Get the best and cheapest vacation.
Travel to Borneo Kalimantan
In the centre of Indonesia’s impressive spread of islands lies Borneo, the largest island in all of Asia. The island of Borneo is comprised of three separate countries – Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia, with Indonesia’s portion being called ‘Kalimantan’.
Home to 12 million inhabitants, Kalimantan has one of the oldest living rainforests in the world. The Borneo rainforest is over 130 million years old. It has a rich and diverse list of flora and fauna, as well as some incredible wildlife which you’re sure to come across during your time there. In keeping with Indonesia’s cultural diversity, there are 74 languages which are currently spoken in the four provinces of Kalimantan, so don’t worry about picking up a phrase book before you arrive on your Borneo Kalimantan holiday!
Banjarmasin, on the southern coast of Kalimantan, is the biggest city in the province and home to the renowned floating market. For those looking to get lost in the wilderness, Loksado might be an enticing accommodation location, being the trekking capital of Indonesian Borneo.
One of the exciting things about Kalimantan is that it is largely untainted by tourists. West and Central Kalimantan are so off most travellers’ radars that stepping foot there will have you face to face with a culture and lifestyle so pure and unique.
Travel and vacation in Borneo Kalimantan, Indonesia
Here you can find information about travel and holiday trips to Indonesia. You will find travel deals as well as general travel information, guides, “good to know” and facts about Indonesia. We try to find the best travel video about the city and its surroundings and we write about the best sights, shopping and things to do. You will also find updated current weather and forecasts. The current exchange rates are also updated many times a day.
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What to see and do in Borneo Kalimantan ?
One of the first things travellers to Borneo Kalimantan will notice is just how authentic the local culture is. Whether you’re in one of the larger cities or out somewhere more remote, you are bound to bear witness to a traditional cultural ceremony, festival or celebration during your time on the island. The Dayak tribes of Kalimantan are renowned for their colourful ceremonies and seeing one would indeed make for an incredible experience. Saham Longhouse is a traditional Dayak dwelling which is more than 200 years old and definitely worth a visit.
If there is one thing that Borneo is synonymous with, that is orangutans. There is possibly no better place in the world to get up close and personal with these entertaining creatures than in Kalimantan. Within Tanjung Puting National Park alone there are three places where visitors are able to take part in orang-utan feedings. The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation’s commendable conservation efforts are also worth checking out while in Kalimantan.
There is so much to see and do in Kalimantan, with the place being a mecca for outdoor adventure and exploration. Trekking trail are endless – just be sure to bring good walking shoes, sun protection and wads of insect repellent and you’ll be on your way to becoming the next Indiana Jones of Indonesia. For some water-based action, try Derawan Dive Lodge, a shiny new dive centre with affordable dive packages. For a day of swimming, check out Pulau Datuk Beach, a seemingly private beach cove surrounded by lush jungle.
Average temperatures in Kalimantan range from 24C – 32C. While the middle of the year tends to see more rain on the island, the warm annual climate means that travelling to Borneo Kalimantan is possible year round.
Travel and stay
If you are looking for places to stay there are some possibilities where you can search for the cheapest options.
Hostelworld where you can search for budget accommodation
Hotellook where you can search hotels and apartments
Airbnb where you can search accommodation in private apartments and rooms
Rent your transport
A way to get around the city is looking for offers on renting the transport.
Discover Cars is a website offering price comparison on car rentals all over the world
Rent bikes and motorbikes
BikesBooking is a website where you can search bikes, scooter and motorcycle rental.
City tours and transfers
When you are ready to discover the city you can find information about city tours and tranfers in the city on different websites offering search engines with all in one search.
Kiwitaxi is a website where you can search the best offers for city and airport transfers
City Tours and attractions
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Where is the city, maps
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City Tourist Information
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Online weather and forecast
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Online currency exchange rates
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Closest terminals to the city
Here you can see which is the closest terminals to the city