Take a West Borneo Dayak culture tour and go deep into the heart of Borneo. Experience the abiding traditions of one of the indigenous tribes of Indonesia. The Dayak people are famed for their Dayak villages and longhouses, authentic tattoos, and various deep-rooted spiritual ceremonies that are practiced in connection with the rainforest.
Visit the West Borneo jungle and take a peek into the communities that still live in balance with nature. West Borneo tribal activities such as ceremonial dances, folklore, the art of jungle survival, as well as traditional woodwork, weaving, and the various forms of artistry help travelers appreciate this culture much deeper. There are various other communities which can be accessed with a riverboat ride and some that take hours of walking. These people offer a cultural experience that Borneo is famous for.
Meeting service at the airport on arrival. Transfer to your hotel to check in. Rest of the day free at leisure.
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.
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 for hotel check in.
Today after breakfast we will explore the other side of Pontianak city. Visit the traditional market of Falmboyan wherein you can see the mixed society of Pontianak people. Stop at the Kadriyah Palace, wherein you will come to know about the Pontianak Kingdom of the past: (1771 - 1945). Explore the famous Equator Monument. At this point, at 11:45 between 21st-23rd March and September, the sun goes right up to the Equator line, therefore the shadow of any right upstanding objects is invisible and savor lunch at a local restaurant with aloe vera jelly drink - a traditional drink. After lunch visit the State Museum of West Kalimantan and do river boating to Pulau Panjang (Long Island) and enjoy Bird watching around Long Island. Marvel at the sunset views at Kapuas River.
Breakfast at hotel and transfer to Pontianak Airport for your flight to next destination.
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