Dive into the Heart of Borneo’s Culture and Wildlife
Experience the ultimate adventure in East Kalimantan with the Mahakam Holidays 1 + Orangutan and Dayak Package. This immersive journey takes you along the majestic Mahakam River, where you’ll explore the rich cultural heritage of the Dayak people and encounter the incredible wildlife of Borneo, including the endangered orangutans. Perfect for travelers seeking both cultural depth and natural wonders, this package offers a unique opportunity to connect with the traditional and wild sides of Borneo.
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Airport – Loajanan – Mahakam
Upon arrival at Sepinggan airport meeting service and transfer to Loajanan about 2 and half hour driving car for boarding the house boat for exciting Mahakam river. Meals and overnight on boat.
Day 2 :
Muara Muntai – Mancong – Mahakam ( B, L, D )
After breakfast on boat stop at Muara Muntai for observing the way of the people life at wooden village the continue the trip by motorized canoe over Jempang Lake and passing Ohong river with beautiful views along the river for reaching Mancong. On arrival welcome ceremony will be performed by dayak Banuaq tribe in front of their long house and return to the house boat cruise down for Tenggarong. Lunch box, dinner and overnight on boat.
Day 3 :
Tenggarong – Loajanan – Samboja Lodge ( B, L, D )
Breakfast on boat then visiting local market, royal cemetery and museum of Kutai Kertanegara as remain of Sultan Palace. after ward return to the boat and down river for Loajanan, after lunch proceed to Samboja Lodge to visit the orang utan rehabilitation center, afternoon walking to observe the orang utans, sun bears etc and check in at Lodge. Meals and overnight at Lodge.
Day 4 :
Lodge – Airport ( B )
Early get up then feeding time 06.00 by walking around tp lodge for observing the orang utan and back to Lodge for breakfast and transfer to the airport in Balikpapan for next destination.
