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10 Days in Balikpapan: Beaches, History, and Culinary Delights

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3 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia. Discover pristine beaches, explore historical landmarks, and indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Balikpapan

Day 1Sun, Sand, and Serenity
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$23

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$ 3

THE BEACH HOUSE Balikpapan
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
16 - 20 min

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Lamaru Beach
Scenic, family-friendly local beach offering sunbathing, swimming & water sports.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
9 - 11 min

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Danau Cermin Lamaru
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$4
46 - 56 min

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Kilang Mandiri Cafe & Resto
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Tugu Australia
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Lesehan Melawai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 2A Beach Paradise and Cultural Delights
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$28

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
14 - 17 min

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Manggar Sagara Sari Beach
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$3
10 - 12 min

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Beach Club of Batakan Village
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$6
45 - 54 min

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Biru Laut Restauran
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
2 - 3 min

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Monpera Beach
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$3
4 - 6 min

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Tip top Monumen
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 3Gastronomic Delights and Historical Wonders
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$14

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$ 3

BBC restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
26 - 32 min

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Monumen Makam Tentara Jepang
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$1
57 - 69 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.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$1
714 - 857 min

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Penginapan Pantai Batakan
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
Day 4Heritage Sites and Natural Beauty
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$20

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$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
12 - 18 min

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Bunker Jepang
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
10 - 12 min

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Dahor Heritage Balikpapan
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Mangrove Margo Mulyo
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$1
16 - 24 min

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Rumah Makan Haur Gading
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$5
93 - 112 min

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Balikpapan Bay
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
42 - 51 min

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Depot Sari Gading
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 5Coastal Exploration and Savory Noodles
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$23

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
8 - 12 min

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Situs Meriam Jepang Markoni
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
17 - 26 min

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BSB Beach
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
25 - 30 min

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Bakso Mie Ayam Gangsar
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$7
6 - 9 min

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Pantai Seraya Balikpapan
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$3
Depot Melati
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
Day 6Mangroves, Palaces, and Sunset Views
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$20

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$ 3

Rumah Makan Solo Baru
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
9 - 14 min

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Hutan Mangrove
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
50 - 60 min

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Pantai Istana Amal Penajam
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$4
51 - 62 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$7
21 - 26 min

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Lesehan Melawai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 7Local Flavors and Botanical Beauty
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$28

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$ 3

Bubur Ayam Sederhana
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
2 - 3 min

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Museum Kodam VI/MLW
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$1
29 - 35 min

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Mangrove Center Graha Indah
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$1
20 - 24 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$7
8 - 10 min

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Balikpapan Botanical Garden
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$6
27 - 33 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 8Padang Feast and Hidden Forests
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$19

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$ 3

Rumah Makan Padang Siang Malam
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
31 - 38 min

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Hutan Lindung Sei Wain
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
50 - 60 min

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Museum Meriam Jepang Balikpapan (PDAM Sidodi Kampung Baru) Penanda RR
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$1
38 - 46 min

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Depot Melati
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
Pantai Sepinggan Balikpapan
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$3
9 - 14 min

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Kantin Inyong
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$6
Day 9Beach Bliss and Grilled Goodness
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$20

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$ 3

Lesehan Melawai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
45 - 54 min

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Nipah-Nipah Beach
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$3
47 - 57 min

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Melawai Beach
Bustling, sandy urban beach, popular for street-food fare & viewing scenic sunsets.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
5 - 6 min

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Ayam Bakar Mas Mono
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$6
8 - 11 min

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Tip top Monumen
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
Day 10Coastal Gems and Tranquil Retreats
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$27

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Pantai Auri Sepinggan
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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$4
31 - 38 min

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Kemala Beach
Small city beach featuring a sandy white coastline, local eateries & sweeping sea views.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
8 - 12 min

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Tip top Monumen
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$6
10 - 15 min

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Pantai Kilang Mandiri
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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Pantai Banua Patra
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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Lesehan Melawai
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5

Budget breakdown: $237 In total

Activities & Food:$217
Transport:$20