Samarinda Guide
Sights and Attractions
Samarinda is the capial of Kaltim or East Kalimantan in the Indonesian part of Borneo. It is a gateway to several unique wildlife, nature and cultural attractions in Kalimantan. Key attractions and sights in and near Samarinda include a trip on the Mahakam river, the harbour with its Bugi schooners, Kampong Sulili a type of river village and the market, which usually takes place in the morning. Samarinda is also the gateway to the Kutai National Park, a unique forest home to rare birds and home to some of Borneo's last wild orang utans.
Samarinda Hotels and Accommodation
Samarinda has several hotels, guesthouses, inns, and other accommodation. Standards vary. Top class hotels in Samarinda may be booked on the internet.
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Samarinda Restaurants
There is a good selection of restaurants serving local food or international cuisine. Prices at local restaurants and eateries are usually good value and particular local dishes, which often include a variety of seafood, meat or vegetable dishes are tasty.
Sports
Some sport facilities are available in and around Samarinda, including a fitness club at the hotel. There are opportunities to play golf, tennis, walking or jungle trekking
Getting to Samarinda
Getting there is either by plane, car hire, taxi or local bus. Samarinda's airport is just outside the town. Taxis to the hotel can be hired from the airport. Some hotels can also offer a pickup service. There may be public transport at certain times of the day.
Weather and Best Time to Travel
Best time to travel to Samarinda, like everywhgere else in Kalimantan is usually during the dry season. However tranbsport on the rivers can be difficult during the dryest months.
Maps
A map of Samarinda may be obtained from the Indonesian Tourist tourist promotion boards, local tourist offices or from book stores focusing on travel guides.