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The Ijame, also known as Ijambe, is one of the most sacred traditional ceremonies of the Dayak Maanyan people from East Barito, Central Kalimantan. This ritual serves as the final act of respect for ancestors and loved ones who have passed away. For the Dayak Maanyan, death is not the end of life, but the…
The Hudoq Festival is one of the most sacred and spectacular traditional rituals of the Dayak Bahau and Dayak Modang tribes in the interior of East Kalimantan. The word Hudoq means “spirit mask” in the Dayak language, symbolizing ancestral spirits and the deities who protect the crops. For the Dayak people, Hudoq is not merely…
Yun Pratiwi, the founder and CEO of Central Borneo Guide, recently embarked on an enriching journey to New Zealand as a participant in the Young Business Leaders Initiatives for Tourism program. This initiative, organized by the Asia New Zealand Foundation and the New Zealand Embassy, took place from May 2nd to 9th, 2024, and provided…
Deep within the heart of Central Kalimantan, two captivating gems lie hidden: Keruing Ecotourism Village and Sebangau Punggu Alas National Park. These destinations offer an unforgettable adventure for nature and culture enthusiasts, blending the pristine beauty of untouched wilderness with rich local traditions. Keruing Ecotourism Village: A Serene Retreat in Katingan Nestled along the banks…
The movie Petualangan Sherina 2 brings back Sherina Munaf to the big screen after 25 years, this time on a more mature adventure in the birthplace of her late father, Bram, in Central Kalimantan. More than just entertainment, Petualangan Sherina 2 invites us to explore the wonders of Borneo’s wild and experience an unforgettable adventure….
There is about 30 minutes of our journey from Pangkalan Bun to Kumai Harbor. Then, we lifted all the stuff onto the ship where we would stay for 3 Days 2 Nights. The first impression of entering the Kumai River towards Tanjung Puting National Park was really exciting, we were welcomed by dolphins or you…
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Private Tours in Kalimantan (@centralborneoguide) No wonder the Orangutan is one of the tourist destinations to visit the island of Borneo. Orangutan habitat only exists in 2 locations, namely Sumatra Island and Borneo Island. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Private Tours in…
Story by Stephanie Brookes The small city of Palangkaraya in Central Kalimantan has been in the news a lot lately. It has been reported in the media that it will be chosen as Indonesia’s new capital, with an announcement due later in the year. So it might be the right time to visit one of…
Story by STEPHANIE BROOKES Photos by DAVID METCALF AND HIS GAWAI PHOTOGRAPHY GROUP I stood with my blowpipe at the ready. “Gather strength from your core and aim high,” Agus advised. “We are excited to have an Australian team enter the competition and best of luck to you”, he added with a broad smile with…
Story by Stephanie Brookes The coral reefs that surround Derawan Island are bursting with colour and life and over 870 fish species live in these waters, from pygmy seahorses to giant manta rays. Derawan Island is part of a chain known as the Derawan Islands, which consists of six main islands as well as a…
