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7-Day Adventure in Balikpapan: Explore Beaches, Parks, and Cafes

Suds Laks

Suds Laks

19 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 7-day journey to Balikpapan, Kalimantan Timur, Indonesia. Discover the Caribbean Island Water Park, animal cafes, stunning beaches like Melawai Beach and Pantai Banua Patra, and immerse yourself in the beauty of Taman Bekapai and Ocean's. Indulge in the serenity of Kemala Beach and Monpera Beach, and savor delicious treats at Bulele Cafe. Explore the Mangrove Center Graha Indah, Balikpapan Botanical Garden, and Depot Lusiana. Relax at Lamaru Beach and BSB Beach, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Dum. Experience the tranquility of Penginapan Pantai Batakan and Mangrove Margo Mulyo, and relish the flavors of Warung Acil Aluh. Conclude your adventure at Pantai Istana Amal Penajam and Bulele Cafe.

Day 1
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$160

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$ 6

Caribbean Island Water Park
This upbeat attraction features a variety of water slides, rides & pools for all-age entertainment.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$120
15 - 18 min

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Animal cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 2
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$68

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$ 6

Melawai Beach
Bustling, sandy urban beach, popular for street-food fare & viewing scenic sunsets.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
7 - 10 min

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Pantai Banua Patra
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$20
8 - 10 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.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
$8
3 - 4 min

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Ocean's
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 3
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$96

Kemala Beach
Small city beach featuring a sandy white coastline, local eateries & sweeping sea views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$20
7 - 10 min

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Monpera Beach
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$20
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 4
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$116

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$ 11

Mangrove Center Graha Indah
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$10
28 - 34 min

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Balikpapan Botanical Garden
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$50
45 - 54 min

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Depot Lusiana
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 5
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$96

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$ 6

Lamaru Beach
Scenic, family-friendly local beach offering sunbathing, swimming & water sports.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$20
44 - 53 min

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BSB Beach
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$20
4 - 6 min

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Dum
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56
Day 6
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$100

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$ 11

Penginapan Pantai Batakan
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
744 - 893 min

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Mangrove Margo Mulyo
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$10
7 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$40
Day 7
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$86

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$ 6

Pantai Istana Amal Penajam
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$30
41 - 50 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$56

Budget breakdown: $766 In total

Activities & Food:$722
Transport:$44