Long Pahangai
Long Pahangai village is divided into two parts, Long Pahangai I and Long Pahangai II, each led by its own village head. The two parts are separated by road running parallel to the river. Long Tuyok is not far away from Pahangai. Dangerous rapids are found in the Mahakam river along Long Pahangai, nearby is Batu Kelau a beautiful village with the hills in the background. It is always covered by fog in the early morning. One has to cross several rapids when going to Long Bangun, sailing downstream.
Long Pahangai Upper Mahakam River
Tour Destination :Long Pahangai & Mahakam River, East Kalimantan, Indonesia
Main Interest & Activity :
Jungle trek, and exploring the Flora and Fauna with traditional Dayak Culture, and exciting jungle treks are the most touristic value things to do in Long Pahangai.
Recommended tour visit time is 2 to 4 days
Culture :
Dayak Bahau, Dayak Kenyah, Dayak Penehing, Dayal Modang & Dayak Punan
Flora & Fauna :
Tropical Rainforest and Wildlife
Tour Starting Point :
Balikpapan, East Kalimantan, Indonesia
Tour Transport Possibilities :
by car or public bus to Samarinda, continue by public ferry as far as possible, then by chartered motorcanoe and longboat, cruising through the Mahakam River rapids
Tour Ending Point :
Balikpapan or cross the Muller Mountains to the Kapuas River of West Kalimantan to cruise down to Pontianak
Travel Distance to entry point :
800 Km from Balikpapan Airport, East Kalimantan, Indonesia
Tour Duration :
Short Get Through Visit 08 to 11 Days
Accommodation & Hotels :
Local Houses and homestay or Jungle Camp
Tour Grade :
Challenging