Betung Kerihun National Park Tour
- 6 Days
- Culture & Nature
Challenging
Betung Kerihun National Park was designated as a national park by the Ministry of Forestry in September 1995. This Park is located in the Putussibau and Embalih districts of West Kalimantan. Covers a total area of 800,000 hectares, or approximately 5,5% of the total area of West Kalimantan. Indeed, the species diversity of flora and fauna in this area is one that you cannot miss. You can see 97 species of orchid, 49 species of palm, 300 species of bird (25 endemic to Borneo), 162 fish species, and at least 54 mammals in the Betung Kerihun National Park. The indigenous inhabitants of this region also include a variety of Dayak tribal groups.
Besides the high biodiversity of flora and fauna, numerous interesting tourist attractions can also be found. The beautiful tropical landscape becomes more attractive with the vibrant cultural richness of the community living inside and outside the park boundaries.
Biodiversity
Betung Kerihun National Park is renowned for its high biodiversity, featuring numerous sites and activities of interest. Within the dense jungles of Betung Kerihun National Park, countless new plant species have been discovered. For animal lovers, the diversity of fauna offers ample opportunities to observe birds, fish, primates, and other large mammals in their natural habitat.
Local Culture
Local Dayak indigenous knowledge in managing their natural resources and forests is reflected in cultural attraction with a distinct flavor of Dayak tribal traditions. See how they live from hunting, farming, and other source.
Adventure
Borneo adventure is a unique experience for the intrepid, those who fear nothing. The pristine tropical rainforest will provide a majestic backdrop for any activity in this park.
Welcome to Jakarta – hotel and transfer in.
Take a morning flight to Putussibau with a transit in Pontianak.
Upon arrival at Putussibau airport you’ll be picked up and taken directly to Mataso village to catch the boat crossing the Embaloh River, on the way we will pass farmlands. By longboat we cruise upstream to Embaloh, from where we continue passing rapids to Betung Kerihun National Park. Lunch will be served en-route, dinner and overnight at prepare jungle camp.
Stay at Camp site // tent
Meals plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, trekking to explore the Betung Kerihun National Park, the trails lead us through canopy bridges, passing rivers, spotting wild animals, and when lucky, we might see a wild orangutan. Lunch will be served en route, dinner and overnight at the jungle camp.
Stay at Camp site // tent
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
After breakfast, by boat transfer to Lanjak and continue by car and speedboat to Tekenang village at the area of Danau Sentarum National Park. Here we can explore wildlife of the wetlands. Lunch will be served en route, dinner and overnight at fisherman floating house.
Stay at Floating house (local house)
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
In the morning, enjoy a boat trip to explore the rich wildlife and unique wetland ecosystem around the village—this area is home to a variety of bird species, monkeys, and traditional floating houses. After the boat tour, continue by boat to Semitau, a small riverside town, where you'll transfer to a private car for a scenic drive through rural landscapes to Sintang. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in to your hotel for an overnight stay.
Stay at the Hotel in Sintang // standard hotel
Meal plan: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Breakfast at the hotel and then proceed to the airport to catch a flight back to Pontianak.
After arriving in Pontianak by flight, begin your sightseeing with a visit to the iconic Equator Monument (Tugu Khatulistiwa), where you can stand on the equator line and learn about its unique geographic significance. Continue to the impressive Rumah Radakng, a traditional Dayak longhouse that showcases the cultural heritage and communal lifestyle of the Dayak people. Both sites offer a great introduction to Pontianak’s rich history and local traditions. Then transfer to hotel for overnight.
Stay at Mercure Hotel Pontianak // Deluxe room
Meal plan: Breakfast
After breakfast, transfer to the airport to catch your flight to next destination.
Meal plan: Breakfast
