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7 Days in Balikpapan: A Tropical Adventure

Vijay Gangrade

Vijay Gangrade

20 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey through the vibrant city of Balikpapan. Discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and soak up the sun on pristine beaches. Get ready for an unforgettable tropical adventure!

Trip to Balikpapan

Day 1Savoring Satay and Splashing at Caribbean Island Water Park
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$71

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$ 5

Sate Gerbang Regency
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
5 - 8 min

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Caribbean Island Water Park
This upbeat attraction features a variety of water slides, rides & pools for all-age entertainment.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$30
12 - 15 min

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Balikpapan Islamic Center
Sprawling mosque with a distinctive green-tiled dome, spacious prayer halls & 4 pointed minarets.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
28 - 34 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
6 - 9 min

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Monpera Beach
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$5
8 - 10 min

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Ocean's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
Day 2Exploring History at Museum Kodam VI/MLW and Botanical Wonders
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$50

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$ 7

Bubur Ayam Sederhana
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
2 - 3 min

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Museum Kodam VI/MLW
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
6 - 8 min

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Mangrove Margo Mulyo
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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Depot Lusiana
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
29 - 35 min

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Mangrove Center Graha Indah
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$3
28 - 34 min

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Balikpapan Botanical Garden
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$13
45 - 54 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
Day 3Grilled Delights and Mangrove Marvels
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$44

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$ 3

Ikan Bakar Hj Isna Kampung Baru
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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Museum Meriam Jepang Balikpapan (PDAM Sidodi Kampung Baru) Penanda RR
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
13 - 20 min

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Pasar Inpres Kebun Sayur
Traditional handicrafts market with stalls selling sarongs, jewelry & herbal oils, plus snacks.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
7 - 10 min

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Hutan Mangrove
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
48 - 58 min

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Pantai Istana Amal Penajam
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$8
45 - 54 min

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Ocean's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
Day 4Tasting Savory Beef Head Meatballs and Unwinding at Lamaru Beach
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$49

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$ 6

Bakso Kepala Sapi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
5 - 8 min

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Dahor Heritage Balikpapan
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
25 - 30 min

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BSB Beach
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$5
4 - 6 min

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Dum
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$10
25 - 30 min

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Pantai Seraya Balikpapan
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$5
30 - 36 min

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Lamaru Beach
Scenic, family-friendly local beach offering sunbathing, swimming & water sports.
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$5
38 - 46 min

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Animal cafe
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
Day 5Beachfront Bliss and Cultural Landmarks
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$43

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$ 6

Penginapan Pantai Batakan
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
720 - 864 min

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Melawai Beach
Bustling, sandy urban beach, popular for street-food fare & viewing scenic sunsets.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Merdeka Field
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Ocean's
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$14
6 - 8 min

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Tugu Australia
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Taman Bekapai
A popular gathering spot, this tree-filled park features a big steel fountain that's lit at night.
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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$2
7 - 10 min

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McDonald's
McDonald's is the leading global foodservice retailer with more than 32,000 local restaurants serving more than 60 million people in 117 countries each day. More than 75% of McDonald's restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local men and women.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
Day 6Coastal Feasts and Relaxation at Nipah-Nipah Beach
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$60

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$ 9

Lesehan Melawai
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
43 - 52 min

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Nipah-Nipah Beach
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
46 - 56 min

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Pantai Kilang Mandiri
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$5
22 - 27 min

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Animal cafe
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
36 - 44 min

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Beach Club of Batakan Village
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$13
10 - 12 min

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Manggar Sagara Sari Beach
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
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$5
39 - 47 min

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Kedai SABINDO
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 7Discovering Monuments and Enjoying Seafood Delights
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$53

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$ 7

THE BEACH HOUSE Balikpapan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
19 - 23 min

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Monumen Makam Tentara Jepang
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
28 - 34 min

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Pantai Auri Sepinggan
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$8
22 - 27 min

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McDonald's
McDonald's is the leading global foodservice retailer with more than 32,000 local restaurants serving more than 60 million people in 117 countries each day. More than 75% of McDonald's restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local men and women.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$14
8 - 10 min

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Pantai Banua Patra
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$5
8 - 10 min

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Teluk Bayur Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14

Budget breakdown: $409 In total

Activities & Food:$369
Transport:$40