• 6D5N Derawan Islands

    From Sea Turtles, Whale Sharks, to Manta Rays

    Eazycation-Derawan

Kalimantan

INTRODUCTION

Kalimantan is the Indonesian portion of Borneo, comprising 73% of this lush, tropical island. In Indonesian, the term “Kalimantan” refers to the whole island of Borneo. Kalimantan is divided into five provinces: West, South, East, Central and North Kalimantan.

Kalimantan

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Derawan Islands

The Derawan Islands must be everyone’s dream of the perfect tropical paradise: warm, isolated islands with soft white sand beaches fringed with waving palm trees, pristine seas that change color from green to deep blue, and amazing underwater life of giant turtles, dolphins, manta rays, dugongs and barracudas, stingless jellyfish and sometimes, whales. Derawan is indeed one of the world’s richest areas in biodiversity.

Located just away from the mainland of East Kalimantan in the district of Berau, the Derawan archipelago comprises 31 islands, most well known among these are the islands of Derawan, Maratua, Sangalaki, and Kakaban. Here is Indonesia’s largest nesting site of the rare and endangered giant green turtles and hawksbill turtles, where one can daily watch turtles lay their eggs in the sand or swim to sea with the turtles. The entire marine conservancy region covers a total area of no less than1.27 million hectares.

  • Location

    East Kalimantan

  • Highlights
    • Island life
    • Stingless jellyfish lake
    • Whale shark
    • Manta ray
    • Sea rurtles
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
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Group Tour

Traveling solo? You don’t have to go alone! Check out our group tour calendar to see when we’re heading out next.

Private Tour

Prefer to travel with your own crew or on your own schedule? You can always request a private tour instead!

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Itinerary

A day-by-day plan.

  • DAY

    1

    JAKARTA – BERAU – DERAWAN (L,D)

    Touch down in Berau, where your tropical getaway officially begins! Enjoy a scenic overland transfer to Tanjung Batu harbor, followed by a refreshing boat ride across sparkling turquoise waters to our secluded island resort. Take some time to settle into your room before treating yourself to a delicious, welcoming lunch.

    As the afternoon cools down around 3:30 PM, it’s time to get your fins wet. Step right off the beach and plunge into the crystal-clear waters of our house reef for an introductory snorkeling or diving session. Then, let’s savor a mouthwatering dinner and spend the rest of the night unwinding to the sound of the ocean.

  • DAY

    2

    Kakaban Island (B,L,D)

    Board the boat and set off across the sparkling waters toward the stunning Kakaban Dive Sites. Here, divers will descend into the beautiful Kelapa Dua Site, while snorkelers can glide along the vibrant reefs above. The whole group will then gather for a relaxing surface interval at the Kakaban Jetty or the famous Kakaban Lake, offering a perfect moment to rest and take in the unique island scenery. Once energized, everyone will head to the thrilling Barracuda Point, where divers will drop in for the next dive and snorkelers can watch the dynamic marine action unfold near the crystal-clear surface.

    Afterward, cruise back to the resort to refuel with a delicious, well-earned lunch. The afternoon adventure continues with a short boat ride out to the famous Turtle Traffic. Here, divers will plunge back into the water, while snorkelers will have the incredible chance to swim alongside the graceful sea turtles that frequently cruise through this bustling site.

    Return to the resort mid-afternoon with plenty of free time to unwind and take full advantage of the excellent facilities at your own pace. Finally, wrap up another amazing day with a satisfying dinner, an engaging briefing for tomorrow’s dive and snorkel plans, and a relaxing evening under the island stars.

  • DAY

    3

    Big Fish County (B,L,D)

    Start your morning with a hearty breakfast before boarding the boat for an exhilarating ride out to Big Fish Country. Here, divers will plunge into the action-packed depths, while snorkelers can glide across the vibrant surface to marvel at the bustling marine life below. The whole group will then enjoy a scenic surface interval at Karang Timbul to rest, hydrate, and swap stories. Once everyone is ready, divers will drop right back in as snorkelers continue their exploration, both keeping an eye out for incredible pelagic species.

    Afterward, we will cruise back to the resort for a well-deserved, satisfying lunch. The afternoon brings another short boat trip out to Fusillier Point, offering a fantastic opportunity for both divers and snorkelers to immerse themselves among swirling, colorful schools of reef fish. Head back to the resort mid-afternoon to unwind and take full advantage of the excellent facilities at your own pace. Finally, cap off an unforgettable day with a delicious dinner, an exciting briefing for tomorrow’s dive and snorkel plans, and a relaxing evening to enjoy the island night sky.

  • DAY

    4

    Talisayan – Sangalaki – Maratua (B,L,D)–

    Start bright and early with a light breakfast before an exciting boat ride to Derawan or Talisayan. Here, divers and snorkelers will have the awe-inspiring opportunity to share the water with gentle whale sharks. After enjoying a full breakfast to recharge, cruise over to the beautiful Sangalaki Island. Drop in at Manta Point, where divers and snorkelers can watch majestic manta rays glide effortlessly through the currents, followed by a scenic visit to explore the island itself.

    Cruise back to the resort for a well-deserved lunch before heading out on an afternoon tour of Maratua, featuring a mesmerizing stop to swim at the stunning Halo Tabung Cave. Return with plenty of free time to enjoy the facilities or relax at your own pace, then cap off this incredible day with a festive beachside BBQ dinner and a laid-back evening by the ocean.

  • DAY

    5

    Derawan – Berau – Jakarta (B)

    Enjoy a final, leisurely breakfast at the resort before checking out and bidding farewell to your island paradise. Board the boat for a scenic ride back to Berau, soaking in your last views of the sparkling turquoise waters along the way.

    Upon arriving at the harbor, a comfortable transfer will whisk you to Berau Airport in plenty of time for your 3:00 PM flight back to Jakarta. Touch down in the evening, where a final transfer will bring you seamlessly to your city hotel to rest, relax, and reflect on an unforgettable trip.

  • DAY

    6

    JAKARTA (B)

    Enjoy breakfast at your leisure and spend your final morning exactly as you please—whether resting, exploring, or simply unwinding at the hotel. When it is time to depart, a comfortable transfer will take you seamlessly to the airport for your journey home.

What’s included

Included

  • All transportation and transfer during the trip
  • 5 nights accommodation
    – 1 nights hotel in Jakarta (3-4* hotel)
    – 4 nights in Derawan Islands (resort/villa)
  • Meals as stated
  • All permits, entrances, and administration fees
  • Local Guide
  • Approx. 9 day dives in total

Not Included

  • Airfare
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses and medications
  • Snorkel & dive gear
  • Gratuities
  • Additional activities