South Kalimantan Diamond Village & Dayak Tribe

Duration: 4 Days

Overview

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In the heart of South Kalimantan lies Martapura, famously known as the "Diamond Village." This bustling town has been the center of diamond mining and trading for centuries, where skilled craftsmen cut and polish precious gems by hand, passing down their expertise through generations. Visitors can explore the lively markets filled with glittering stones, jewelry, and traditional crafts, offering a glimpse into the region’s rich heritage of gem trading.

Beyond the diamonds, South Kalimantan is home to the Dayak tribe, the indigenous people of Borneo renowned for their deep spiritual beliefs, artistic expressions, and harmonious way of life with nature. The Dayak communities welcome visitors to experience their traditions, from intricate longhouses and tattoo art to ceremonial dances that celebrate their connection to the land and ancestors. Journeying through this region offers both cultural immersion and the chance to witness one of Indonesia’s most fascinating living traditions.

Highlights

Explore Martapura, the legendary "Diamond Village," and discover its bustling gem markets.
Visit traditional workshops to see how skilled craftsmen cut and polish diamonds by hand.
Experience the warm hospitality of the Dayak tribe and learn about their customs, rituals, and ancestral traditions.
Discover the unique architecture of Dayak longhouses, symbolic tattoos, and traditional wood carvings.
Enjoy cultural performances and dances that express the Dayak’s spiritual connection with nature.
Journey through lush landscapes of South Kalimantan that reflect the harmony between people and the environment.

Itinerary

Day 1 : Morning Arrival Banjarmasin – Afternoon Banjarmasin City Tour (L,D)

Upon arrival in the morning at Banjarmasin Airport you will meet our guide for transferred to your hotel, afternoon sight seeing by motorized canoe to cruise one of the most populated canal in Banjarmasin.

Day 2 : Cempaka Village – Martapura – Nagara – Loksado (B,L,D)

Breakfast at hotel. We start our tour in the morning to drive about 1 hour to Cempaka village of diamond mine then we will continue to Martapura town to see the diamond factory and souvenir market. Driving another 4 hrs to Nagara to see swimming Buffalos, continued to Loksado village to stay overnight. Arrival at late evening

Day 3 : Loksado – Dayak Village – Bamboo Rafting – Banjarmasin (B,L,D)

After breakfast trek to explore Dayak village ,see the communal house and a little waterfall nearby, then we will experience white water bamboo raft 3 hrs. We drive back to Banjarmasin for overnight.

Day 4 : Floating Market – Free Program – Transfer to Banjarmasin Airport (B)

Early morning we will have floating market tour and then return to hotel for your own leisure. Transfer to Banjarmasin Airport for your next destination . End of the Trip .