Cheap flights to Tarakan (TRK)

Tarakan refers to the name of the largest city in North Kalimantan Province (Kaltara). Geographically, Tarakan City is located within the Tarakan Island area which is on the north side of Kaltara.

In addition, Tarakan is also listed as number 17 richest city in Indonesia, with the economic movement dominated by the oil, fisheries and forestry industries. It was also influenced by the historical setting of the city which had been the main area of ​​oil production in the Dutch colonial era.

Tarakan City's infrastructure is fairly advanced. The city has a large port as its link with cities in the eastern part of Kalimantan, Sulawesi Island, Java Island, and Sabah. The connection between cities can be through Juwata International Airport, which is about 3.5 kilometers from the city center. Cities that provide flight tickets to Tarakan are Balikpapan, Makassar, Jakarta, Surabaya, Denpasar, and Tawau-Malaysia.

The Most Popular Destinations in Tarakan City

People can buy flight tickets to Tarakan for any purpose. During the visit, these are most popular destination that must be visited.

1. Museum Rumah Bundar

Location: Jalan Danau Jempang, Pamusian, Tarakan Tengah.

This semicircular house is a historical site that used to be the place of residence of the Australian Army when it wanted to seize power from the hands of Japanese during World War II. At present, this 6 x 12 meter house has become a museum that holds various historical collections, especially war equipment and World War II documentation photos at Tarakan. The place is very easy to find because it is located next to the Tarakan City DPRD Office.

2. Cagar Budaya Peningki Lama

Location: Kelurahan Mamburungan, Tarakan Timur.

Cultural heritage in the hilly coastal area is one of the hundreds of ex-World War II bunker locations in Tarakan. This open-air museum is crowded with tourists who want to see the cannons, logistics warehouse, and Dutch bunkers. It is said that there are 200 bunkers in one area of ​​the Peningki Lama cultural site which covers 6 hectares. However, so far less than half have been found.

3. Pantai Tanah Kuning

Location: Pulau Derawan, Desa Tanah Kuning, Tanjung Palas Timur, Bulungan.

Although named Tanah Kuning, this beach sand looks beautiful with a pure white color. The coastal area is wide enough so that visitors can be satisfied playing sand, picnicking, or playing water all day. Clear water and waves that are quite calm on the edge always succeed in making people willing to burn their skin in the sun to enjoy it all day. To reach this beach, visitors can take a fast boat or pioneer plane to Tanjung Selor.

The Most Popular Places to Eat in Tarakan City

As a city surrounded by oceans, Tarakan certainly has high quality marine products. Therefore, the city's special food is dominated by seafood. Some of the most popular eating places include:

1. Rumah Makan B21

Location: Jalan WR Supratman, Karang Anyar, Tarakan Barat.

Open every day, 10:00 - 21:00 WITA.

Forget for a moment the concern about cholesterol when visiting this restaurant. Supit Kepiting, Ikan Bawal Bakar, Sup Ikan and Teripang, also Udang Mayonaise are ready to pamper the tongue and stomach of the guests. We recommend that you bring many families and relatives to enjoy seafood parties here. After that, don't forget to buy crispy crab claws as souvenirs.

2. Warung Teras

Location: Jalan Yos Sudarso nomor 1, RT 13, Karang Rejo, Tarakan Barat.

Open every Monday - Saturday, 09:00 - 22:30 WITA.

This simple restaurant offers tasty seafood and Chinese dishes. Many people call it the number 1 seafood restaurant in Tarakan. Ranging from fish, crabs, squid, shrimp, to lobster, everything is available fresh and can be processed in various ways. Other menus such as various chicken, beef, duck, noodles and vegetables are also available. Interestingly, all of the prices in this food store are fairly cheap.

3. Kepiting Kenari

Location: Jalan Mulawarman nomor 7, Karang Anyar, Tarakan Barat.

Open every day, 08:30 - 20:45 WITA.

Crab enthusiasts must go to this restaurants which is located close to the airport. Kepiting Kenari provides a variety menu of processed crabs which are guaranteed delicious, accompanied by a variety of other seafood dishes and vegetables. Some of the featured menus include Tauco Crab, Dried Fried Crab, Black Pepper Crab, and Boiled Crab. Don't forget to add Cah Sawi or Fried Cap Cay to your order to neutralize these main dish that is full of cholesterol but very tasty.