Itinerary

1. Day 1: Berau - Derawan Island

   • Arrive at Kalimarau Airport Berau.

   • Drive directly to Tanjung Batu Harbour (2.5 hours).

   • Later, cross the river by speed boat to Derawan Island (30 minutes).

   • Check-in at floating accommodation on twin sharing basis.

   • prepare for sightseeing and dinner.

   • Enjoy stargazing in front of the bungalow.

2. Day 2: Kakaban - Sangalaki island

   • After breakfast at 08.00 am, explore the jellyfish lake in Kakaban. 

   • Drive /cross-island by speed boat (45 minutes).

   • Discover the Hidden Lagoon in Kakaban, enjoy the natural scenery, and go either swimming or snorkelling. Get an opportunity to see 4 kinds of jellyfish during snorkelling as well as mangrove fish.

   • Note: Travelers are advised not to use cosmetics like sunblock before snorkelling as jellyfish are considered poisonous.

   • Later, enjoy boxed lunch at the jetty in Kakaban.

   • Continue to explore Sangalaki island, one of the well-known nesting grounds of the green turtle (Chelonia mydas), from June to October. Visitors can find up to 50-60 turtles laying eggs on the beach during the night. One can even get a lucky opportunity to witness fresh hatchlings rapidly making their way towards the sea, navigating through the pristine, white sandy beaches. Many of these turtle hatchlings are put into a conservation area for 3 months before being released into the water.

   • In the afternoon, return to Derawan Island.

   • On the way back, there is a possibility of observing dolphins frolicking in the sea.

3. Day 3: Derawan Island - Kaniungan Island

   • Wake up early in the morning for whale watching, as it is considered the best time to view these creatures till 08.00 am.

   • To reach the observation spot on time, it is advisable to leave from Derawan Island around 05.30 am, driving directly to the designated spot in Talisayan.

   • At the same time, check out Derawan island for your next stay in Kaniungan island in southern Derawan.

   • After a 1.5 hour drive, arrive at Whale Shark Point.

   • Go swimming or snorkelling with whale sharks, get some pictures, and play around with these gentle giants while maintaining a respectful distance. The place is also great for diving activities as there are no currents. Set up scuba gear and explore the depths of the blue water.

   • Next, continue to Harbour Talisayan in the mainland of Borneo.

   • Go sightseeing around the village, enjoy the beaches, and explore the area.

   • Talisayan is one of the fishing villages in the region, where fishers catch and produce both fresh and dried fish. One can also find lots of birds wallets nests.

   • Enjoy a simple breakfast in Talisayan before continuing overland to Labuan Cermin Lake.

   • Labuan Cermin is named so because of its crystal clear waters that allow one to see the lake's bottom. Cermin is the local word for Mirror.

   • The lake has a layer of salt water that makes sunlight bounce off while freshwater flows underneath. These two types of water create a separation layer that results in clear views of the lake's bottom. Quite often, people call this lake Labuan Mirror or 'Lake Two Flavors’.

   • Labuan Cermin is perfect for activities like free diving with a mask, snorkelling, or simply relaxing while enjoying the tranquillity of the surrounding area.

   • Travellers can later hike a bit inside the jungle to arrive at Biduk Biduk.

   • After sightseeing, have lunch in Biduk Biduk, with the beautiful panoramic surrounding.

   • Biduk Biduk is one of the most beautifully endowed sub-districts in the southern part of the Berau district, with lots to offer. One such is that almost the whole left side of the road is dotted with coconut trees. There are mangrove trees on the beach, old dutch wells in Suleman bay/ Teluk Suleman, and several other attractions.

   • Later, continue the journey towards the last part of this island paradise.

   • After village sightseeing, cross by canoe or tuk-tuk (wooden boat) to Kaniungan Island. (30 minutes)

   • Upon arrival, check-in at the resort and relax. 

4. Day 4: Dayak Village - Kaniungan island

   • After breakfast, embark on the last adventure, depending on the level of tides.

   • If the tide is low in the morning or afternoon, go for mangrove wild trekking in search of Proboscis monkeys.

   • While on the trek, there will be a possibility of passing through dense, muddy areas.

   • After the trek, visit Dayak village in Teluk Sumbang and go sightseeing around the region. There might be a chance of meeting the only woman here with long ears and tattoos, one of the last memorable Dayak Culture signs, in the rapidly changing Kalimantan region.

   • Have boxed lunch en route.

   • Go for a small trekking adventure in the jungle to spend some time near the beautiful Bidadari waterfalls.

   • In the afternoon, return to the resort in Kaniungan island.

5. Day 5: Berau

   • Late Morning, leave for Berau (6-hour drive by car).

   • Have lunch en route.

   • Arrive at a hotel in Berau for an overnight stay, or prepare for an onward journey.

   End of tour service.