Banjarmasin, the capital of South Kalimantan, Indonesia is located on a delta island near the junction of the Barito and Martapura rivers and is sometimes called the "River City". From ancient times and up to this day, Banjarmasin has remained an important harbour town in Kalimantan. Every morning there are floating markets where farmers and merchants ply their goods on boats to trade. The town’s main attractions are the suburbs that are traversed by canals where much of the city's commerce takes place on the water.

Best time to fly from Cebu to Banjarmasin

The best time to visit Banjarmasin is during the dry season from June to October when you will have a warm or hot temperature and limited until average rainfall. The weather and climate of Banjarmasin are suitable for a fun vacation. To move around, you can opt for transportation choices like angkot, micro shuttle buses and tricycle rickshaws.

Main airports available in Cebu and Banjarmasin

Mactan - Cebu International Airport - The Mactan - Cebu International Airport is the main international airport serving Cebu, Philippines. It is located in Lapu-Lapu City on Mactan Island and serves the Central Visayas region. The airport consists of a single runway and two passenger terminals. It offers an array of interesting shops for you to shop or dine while waiting for your flights. Be rest assured that there are also many types of transportation available to and from the airport to the city centre.

Syamsudin Noor International Airport - The Syamsudin Noor Airport has situated about 25 km from the city centre. There's always something great going on at Syamsudin Noor Airport whether you are arriving or departing. Despite its status as an international airport, this airport caters the majority of domestic flights all around Indonesia with only one international destination to Jeddah for Hajj. Hence, Syamsudin Noor Airport is always jam-packed with pilgrims, especially during hajj season!

Climate pattern in Cebu and Banjarmasin

Both Cebu and Banjarmasin enjoy the same climates that are tropical weather. However, Banjarmasin has two types of environments prevailing, namely the tropical rainforest climate and tropical monsoon climate. The average temperatures in Banjarmasin vary from 24º C to 32º C. Average temperatures in Banjarmasin vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a chance of rain throughout most of the year.

Highlights in Banjarmasin

• Lok Baintan Floating Market - This is one of the highlights and the most popular destination in Banjarmasin. Located at the Sungai Pinang Village, Kecamatan Sungai Tabuk, this floating market was established in the Banjar Sultanate era. Alongside the banks of the Martapura River, you can see a convoy of colourful boats floating where most of the traders who are mostly women wear traditional head covers called tanggui, ply all sorts of goods from groceries, household equipment, hot meals to aromatic hot coffee in the mornings.
• Sultan Suriansyah Mosque - Located on the banks of the Kuin River, the Sultan Suriansyah Mosque is a popular destination for those who are interested in religious travel. It is the oldest mosque in South Kalimantan, built about 300 years ago, during the reign of Sultan Suriansyah, the first Banjar King to have converted to Islam. Influenced by Banjar's pre-Islamic architecture, the layered roof of the mosque is unique and distinguishes it from other mosques in Banjarmasin.
• Banjarmasin Culinary Center - As an enthusiast of local Indonesian foods, during your visit to Banjarmasin, do not miss the Banjarmasin Culinary Center. Facing the Martapura River and surrounded by a green environment, the Banjarmasin Culinary Center is a go-to place for food adventurers. You can try all the unique dishes from South Kalimantan as well as delicious traditional snacks that you cannot find elsewhere.