Middle Mahakam Lakes Adventure | Mahakam River Tour

Duration: 04 Days/03 Nights

Grade: Easy

The Middle Mahakam Lakes covers an area about 400,000 ha, located in East Kalimantan on the Sundaland eco-region and part of the Mahakam River, which is one of the major river systems of Kalimantan. The lakes and the wetland areas are one of Kalimantan’s most important wetlands areas. It has been identified as a crucial breeding and migration site for a total of 90 bird species, including important breeding populations of various herons and the Lesser Adjutant. Fish diversity and the presence of endangered mammals such as Proboscis Monkeys, wild ox, False Gavial and Siamese Crocodile, as well as the critically endangered Irrawaddy dolphin indicate the importance of preservation of these areas. The preservation of these wetlands and lakes has not only a national but also international biodiversity importance in terms of migrating and breeding bird species in this area.

Day 01 ARRIVAL IN SAMARINDA – KUYUNG – MUARA MUNTAI

Arrive at Samarinda airport with morning or noon flight and directly driving to Kuyung Village to catch the motorized canoe crossing the Mahakam River to reach Muara Muntai Village. On the way, we will have opportunity to spot wildlife and people activities on riverside. Arrive at the village and then proceed to check in to the homestay. (L,D)

Day 02 MUARA MUNTAI – OHONG RIVER – MANCONG – MUARA MUNTAI

After breakfast, we will proceed to Mancong by motorized canoe crossing the Jempang Lake of which we will have the opportunity to view plenty of water bird species and fishermen floating houses as well as the romantic Ohong River where proboscis monkeys, monitor lizards and other wild animals are hanging around at riverside. In Mancong, we will explore an exotic longhouse and Benuaq Dayak daily life. Afterwards, proceed back to Muara Muntai for overnight at the homestay. (B,L,D)

Day 03 MUARA MUNTAI – PELA – KOTA BANGUN– SAMARINDA

After breakfast, we will explore the exotic of Muara Muntai Village with the long wooden bridge which is made of iron wood linking all the roads and alleys of the hamlet. We will then heading to Pela crossing the Melintang and Semayang Lakes to spot the fresh water dolphin, species of birds, proboscis monkeys, etc. Afterwards, proceed to Kota Bangun to catch the car for driving to Samarinda for overnight at hotel. (B,L,D)

Day 04 SAMARINDA – DEPARTURE

Breakfast at hotel and free at your own leisure till the proper time for transferring to airport for your flight to next destination. (B)

Included:

AC land transportation
Motorized boat
Accommodation based on twin share:
02 Nights at homestay in Muara Muntai
01 Night at 3 stars hotel in Samarinda
Entrance fee, donation & refreshments
English speaking guide
Meals as stated on program, indicated as (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: dinner)

Excluded: