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Fascinating Dayak
Culture and Longhouses of
Borneo
Indonesia West Kalimantan Province is a intriguing history of
Sultan Kingdoms and traditional Dayak Tribes, with a wealth of
ecological and cultural treasures that
survive deep within the rainforest jungle of Indonesia ’s
largest island. With its legacy of Chinese, Malay, Hindu, Muslim, and
Dutch influences, we discover a virtual mosaic of traditions
flourishing in the bustling seaports and riverside cities
of Borneo. Kalimantan ’s dense jungle and wide
terrain of wetlands have traditionally kept the region isolated from
all but the adventurous travelers, and along the upper reaches of
the rivers, you can discover the rich Dayak Culture. The
indigenous
Dayak settlements along the Rivers of Kalimantan is an ideal
way
to
experience the incredible culture, where village elders practice
traditional medicine and mark their status with intricate body tattoos
and remarkably heavy ear adornments, we will be warmly
welcomed guests in their traditional longhouses. At Borneo you can
enjoy a sightful experience of traditional culture and grand
diversity of exotic flora and wildlife from black orchids to fresh
water dolphins and orangutans, and venture ashore for captivating
jungle explorations and unforgettable encounters in our village visits.
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime exploration of the Kalimantan Island!
This Expedition is a collection of exploratories and dream journeys
that reflect the particular passions and favorite places. We created
this adventure for those who search a indigenous Culture and
unforgettable
experience trip in Indonesia, however, it is designed
for those who are adventurous in body and spirit.
FEASIBLE DAYAK LONGHOUSE
Duration 03 Days / 02 Nights
Day 01;
PONTIANAK ARRIVAL (D)
Upon
arrival at Supadio Airport of Pontianak, transfer to hotel for
overnight. Afternoon is free at own leisure.
Day 02;
PONTIANAK, KAMPUNG SAHAM (BLD)
Early
morning drive to Kampung saham (about 120 kilometers from
Pontianak). On the way we will pass many plantations, stop at the
historical Taman Juang Mandor, a place where those who strived for
freedom were buried as causalities of Dai Nippon’s Navy in
the Second World War. Afterwards we proceed to Kampung Saham. Lunch
enroute, dinner at Longhouse. Overnight at local house.
Day 03;
KAMPUNG SAHAM, PONTIANAK (BLD)
In
the morning explore Kendayan’s farm life. After lunch
return to Pontianak.
From
Euro 249,- per person
HOST
DAYAK LONGHOUSE
Duration 04 Days / 03 Nights
Day 01 : PONTIANAK (D)
Meeting service at the airport on arrival. Transfer to your hotel to
check in. Balance of the day, free at leisure.
Day 02 : PONTIANAK, KAMPUNG SAHAM (BLD)
Kampung
Saham, situated about 120 kilometres away from Pontianak, is a
famous Longhouse in West Kalimantan. On the way proceed to witness the
historical Taman Juang Mandor, a place where those who strived for
freedom were buried as casualties of Dai Nippon’s Navy in the
second world war. After that we proceed to Kampung Saham. Our trip
passes through rubber estates, pepper plantations, paddy fields and
scenic countryside. On arrival there in the early afternoon, learn and
feel the Kendayan tribe’s life. Dinner will be served in the
Longhouse. Stay overnight on the verandah or in the chief’s
room.
Day 03 : KAMPUNG SAHAM – PONTIANAK
( BLD )
In
the
morning, explore the surrounding or visit Kendayan’s
Farm where you can experience yourself the thrill of living in an
authentic Kendayan Longhouse. Watch the Kendayan working in their
farm. After lunch, return to Pontianak.
Day 04 : DEPARTURE ( B)
Free program in the morning untill time you are transferred to the
airport for departure to your next destination.
From
Euro 329,- per person
For Available Departures dates, please contact our staff by e-mail
DE'GIGANT
TOURS™
With the Kalimantan
Responsible Tourism Principe, We have a commitment
to Sustaining the exotic Rainforest Flora & Fauna of Borneo's
and indigenous Dayak culture, funding rehabilitation projects for
Orangutan, Fresh Water Dolphins, and other wild life of Kalimantan.
Save rivers clean water and Environment, develop environmental
awareness and educate locals, conservation groups and indigenous
communities to increase awareness and encourage protection of the
environment, wildlife and host cultures for Conservation and Tourism.
De'gigant Tours™ as a Kalimantan Tour Operator in Indonesia,
is able to
serve your Holiday with Traveling Routes to the Deep interior of Mystic
Borneo /
Kalimantan Island, to make your vacation a real holiday, for
Backpackers till exclusive deluxe tour itineraries. From Jungle
trekking, of the beaten track forest trails, to Dayak indigenous
Culture, Adventure trips, River Cruise Safari, in area's as the
Apokayan, Kayan River, Mahakam River, Barito River, Rungan
River, Kahayan River, Katingan River, Kapuas River, Mount Meratus,
Kutai National Park, Samboja Sungai Wain Orangutan & Sun Bear
Reserve, Kayan
Mentarang Reserve, Tanjung Puting National Park, visit Camp Leakey
Orang Utan
Rehabilitation Center, Orangutan tours, Tangkiling National Park,
Gunung
Palung National Park, Danau Semantrum National Park, Kersik Luwai
Orchid Reserve, Diving at Derawan Islands, Longhouse Tours, Dayak
Hunting Tours, Mahakam Dolphin Tours, Safari tours to Sabah,
Sarawak etc, etc.
Also
Hotel bookings &
Reservation, Taxi / Car rental service, Boat
rental, Flight bookings and a lot more can be arranged. Our goal is to
make your experience at Borneo
as memorable, personal and amazing as your wish! We will always be
chasing
this aim, to change our programs in order to meet all of your
tourists / business needs, but we will never change our services!
Should you
have any questions or further queries, please don't
hesitate to contact our professional and friendly staff for your
questions.
We will give you the best quotation for the competition and we assure
you
that the extraordinary variety of tours, friendly service, attention to
detail and excellent value you have come to know and expect from
De'gigant Tours™,
Travel Service.
TAILOR
MADE OR SPECIAL TOUR PROGRAMS
Our
Tailor
Made programs for the individual or small group size,
honeymoon trip, research expeditions, or film teams with special
interest can be made upon your wishes, all you have to do is sent us an
e-mail with your “detailed” request, and we will
make a program as personal and memorable for you, we will never change
our service as you can expect from us, and will always chaise this aim.
For Tailor made programs, special request, or private small group size
tours, please visit our Tailor
Made Tours site
from where you can navigate at the right table to your
destination for more information details of each area, which can help
to create your own Kalimantan tour program. If you still have
questions, please e-mail us, at the address as you can find at the
bottom of this page.
Our
Regular Group Tour
Programs Covering Whole Indonesian Borneo.These
Programs are for the minimum group size of four (4) persons. The main
category of the Programs are Culture, Nature, and Adventure or a
combination of it. Our standard programs can be found at
Tour Programs
Site from where you
can choose a Kalimantan tour package or make
a combination of two or more Kalimantan packages. Our Kalimantan Tour
Packages covering whole Borneo.
For information
crossing the
borders between Sabah or Sarawak to
Indonesian Kalimantan, please see our Get There site
where you can find information on how
and where to
cross the border, or just sent us a request e-mail, we can help to
arrange permits crossing the Malaysian to Indonesian border.
May our site be
helpful for
you, we couldn't tell and write you all
here, there is much more to explore, if you need more Information for
traveling at Kalimantan , we will help you to find the solution, as we
know that each traveler is different.
If you have any
inquiries or
questions,
please feel free to
contact
us
by Phone or M@il For more Information or a Reservation.
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