Home / Batik Regions - Central Indonesia - Kalimantan Island - East Kalimantan / Derawan Island - Marine Conservation Site

Natural Destination

Experience the tropical nature!

Derawan Island - Marine Conservation Site

The Derawan Island in East Kalimantan (photo: @Kulibur)

Human-friendly Whale Shark in Derawan Island (Photo: @Pesona Indonesia)

Derawan Island

If you want to vacation in a tropical aquatic paradise and enjoy underwater biodiversity, visit Derawan Island, Berau Regency, East Kalimantan. It is a national marine conservation site where divers could see a number of wonderful marine animals such as whale sharks, dolphins, green turtles, yellow jellyfish, etc. The whale sharks are very close to the local fishermen. However, divers are suggested not to touch the protected whale sharks to respect its conservation. Visitors can enjoy the exotic white sand beaches here as well. In addition, Derawan Island also has beautiful resorts on the beach with typical Dayak architectural accents.

Natural Tourism Destination

Derawan Island - Marine Conservation Site

Tourist Attractions in East Kalimantan

East Kalimantan

Batik Motifs

Rutun Penyu

This motif describes the local wisdom which favours modesty and

Hiu Taliyasan

Indonesia is also home to the world’s largest fish, the whale shark (Rhincodon typus). Hiu Taliyasan refers to

Kuntul Perak

Kuntul Perak refers to Egret Silver Bird. This bird is a Kalimantan endemic animal that becomes the

Tengkawang Ampiek

With its many advantages, the Dayaks use this leaf in ritual ceremonies. This plant is a symbol of

 

Discover

Indonesian

Batik

Motifs

Kuda Sepasang

For the people of Kupang, having a strong horse is a matter of

Jagung

The philosophy of the corn motif illustrates the dream and

Kaganga Tanah Rejang

If Batik Besurek combines Arabic calligraphy motifs, then the Kaganga batik takes

Parang Seling

Parang Seling or “alternating daggers” is a royal batik motif. It is a feminine variant of

Jupri Kembang Teh

Kembang Teh illustrates the tendrils of tea plants that grow in the highlands of

Dayak Kamang

Kamang motif is generally found in the Dayak tribe shield because it is believed to

Kawung

The Kawung motif was created by Sultan Agung Hanyokrokusumo (1593 – 1645) as a symbolic gift for

Penari Melayu

Penari Melayu illustrates the traditional dance of Malay ethnic in

Buketan Bali

The Balinese bouquet (Buketan Bali) is a floral arrangement and the name is

Tanah Liek

The word “Tanah Liek” refers to clay in Minang language. It is also known as