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Kalimantan tour the tourist would be
going to Indonesia's name for it's two third of Borneo,
the world's third largest island. Kalimantan is a multicultural
state with 20 different ethnic groups. Amongst them
the largest are the Dayaks, followed by the Malays,
Chinese, Madurese and other Indonesian ethnic groups.
The geography, topography, and different tribes have
led to difference in cultures of the tribes, the coast
and the kingdom. This diversity in culture is s seen
in arts, dance, handicraft, dress etc.
In the tour to Kalimantan one should
remember that there are four provinces of interest-
South Kalimantan- is often called the province of a
Thousand Rivers. In the tour to South Kalimantan the
places of interest are- Banjarmasin is the capital and
is the center of trade and tourism. The major rivers
are Martapura and Nagara. Here one will find floating
markets everywhere. Kaget Island lies in the Barito
River. This island is a forest conservation area and
is inhabited by the bekantan monkeys and variety of
birds. One can also venture out into river rafting in
the Amandit River.
In the West Kalimantan the main attraction is the culture
of the Dayak ethnic group. In the tour to West Kalimantan
the other areas of interest are Pontianak ( good place
for diving, fishing and sailing); Betang; Pasir Panjang
(there is a beach resort ideal for swimming); National
Park (home to variety of flora and fauna).
In the East the places are Samarinda (known for its
fine sarong cloth); Derawan island (historical place,
also rich in flora and fauna).
The central Kalimantan is a place rich with history.
The hotels and resorts in Kalimantan
range from budget hotels to 5 star hotels and resorts
by destination. The richness of the food would enrich
the tour to Kalimantan, as it has lot of varieties to
offer the traveler and thereby giving a unique experience
altogether.
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