There are many tourist destinations you can visit in North Kalimantan. For example, the Kayan Mentarang National Park, a conservation area located at the border between Indonesia and Malaysia and is also central to the WWF Heart of Borneo initiative.

This park is home to various Dayak Tribes and diverse animal species like the long-tailed macaque, the marbled cat, and the rhinoceros hornbill.

You can also visit the Long Bawan Krayan, a remote Dayak Lundayeh Tribe village. Here, you can get a closer look at the Dayak Tribe’s fascinating traditions and explore its natural wonders, like scenic waterfalls, wandering rivers, and rolling hills.

You can also visit other places, such as Tanah Kuning Beach, Gunung Putih, Semolon Waterfall, and many more.

Generally, the best time to visit North Kalimantan is during the dry season, from May to October. The weather condition during this period is typically more favorable for outdoor activities.

The fastest and most convenient way to reach North Kalimantan from Jakarta is by air. You can book a flight from Jakarta to the main airports in the province, such as Juwata International Airport in Nunukan, Tanjung Harapan Airport in Tanjung Selor, or Long Apung Airport in Berau.

Like many regions in Indonesia, North Kalimantan celebrates various cultural festivals and events throughout the year. One of the region's famous festivals is the Iraw Tengkayu Festival, held by the Tidung Tribe in Tarakan and filled with traditional rituals and exciting competitions.

During this festival, you can see people parading an ornamental boat around the city and then floating it along with some offerings into the sea. You can also find some locally made handicrafts, traditional music and dances, as well as try on some local delicacies.

North Kalimantan has several delicious local delicacies that will satisfy your taste buds. One dish you must try is kepiting soka, a North Kalimantan specialty made from soft shell crabs that were in their moulting phase, resulting in a soft and delicious taste.

Other dishes you can try include tumis kapah (a dish made of clams, spices, and lime), nasi subut (North Kalimantan rice dish that is cooked with sweet potato and corn), and lawa (a dish made of cucumber or seaweed with coconut, shrimps, or clams).