Discover the Enchanting Eye of Borneo

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, your journey will likely start from Tarakan or Tanjung Selor, the major cities in North Kalimantan. From Tarakan, take the Trans Kalimantan Highway (Jalan Trans Kalimantan) south towards Tanjung Selor. Once you reach Tanjung Selor, continue on the highway heading towards Paser Regency. Follow the signs towards Muara Komam. Once you approach Swan Slutung, use GPS coordinates -1.2422278, 115.8273792 to find the Eye of Borneo location, which is marked as QR5G+4X. Make sure your car has enough fuel, as fuel stations can be sparse in rural areas.

• Public Transportation (Bus)

  For travelers using public transportation, you can catch a bus from Tarakan to Tanjung Selor. Once in Tanjung Selor, you’ll need to find a bus heading towards Paser Regency, which may take you to Muara Komam. The bus fare from Tarakan to Tanjung Selor is around IDR 50,000 to IDR 80,000, and from Tanjung Selor to Muara Komam, it may cost an additional IDR 30,000 to IDR 60,000. Upon arrival in Muara Komam, you can either hire a local taxi or use a motorcycle taxi (ojek) to reach the exact coordinates of the Eye of Borneo (QR5G+4X), which may cost approximately IDR 20,000 to IDR 40,000.

• Motorcycle Taxi

  If you are already in Muara Komam, and prefer a quicker option, you can hire a motorcycle taxi (ojek) directly to the Eye of Borneo. Make sure to negotiate the fare before starting, which typically ranges from IDR 20,000 to IDR 40,000 depending on the distance and your bargaining skills. Provide the driver with the GPS coordinates (-1.2422278, 115.8273792) to ensure you reach the correct destination.