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Location
Derawan Archipelago is accessible by boat or small airplane. After landing in Kalimarau Domestic Airport (BEJ), your relaxing getaway to Green Nirvana continues with either a two and a half hour speedboat ride which allows you to experience the lush jungle of Kalimantan on a river canal and then enjoying the pristine beauty of deep ocean water, local fishing boats, and wonderfully open horizon or see it all in a different perspectives from an airplane ride.
Route to Maratua Island
DIRECTION TO GREEN NIRVANA
If choosing our airport transfer to the resort, Guests will be greeted by Green Nirvana representatives at the airport and then escorted to our speedboat to be transferred to Green Nirvana.
Flight Recommendation
DEPARTURE FLIGHT
Garuda Indonesia Airlines
Jakarta (CGK)
04.55
→
Balikpapan (BPN)
± 45m
→
Berau (BEJ)
09.45
Lion - Wings Air
Jakarta (CGK)
05.00
→
Balikpapan (BPN)
± 6h 20m
→
Berau (BEJ)
15.40
RETURN FLIGHT
Garuda Indonesia Airlines
Berau (BEJ)
17.40
→
Balikpapan (BPN)
± 1h 5m
→
Jakarta (CGK)
20.55
All international flights will have to stop by Jakarta (CGK) first in order to continue the route to Berau (BEJ).
ESTIMATED TRANSPORT COST
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DERAWAN ARCHIPELAGO
Considering customizing your trip by visiting some or all of the Derawan Archipelago? We offer a tailor made package of speedboat transfer to all of the Islands in Derawan Archipelago including Kakaban, Sangalaki, and Derawan.
ESSENTIALS
Preparation
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THE WEATHER
Here in Maratua Island, you can expect warm tropical temperature between 23-30℃ (73-85℉) with humidity during the day and 18-24℃ (64-75℉) at night. We are positioned on a tropical climate, so there is a possibility of occasional short or even heavy rain at any time. Due to Maratua Island located close to the equator line, there is a slight variation in the season with November to April being the slightly wet compared to the other months.
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ELECTRICITY
Electricity in Indonesia is 230 Volt with standard frequency of 50 Hz. The power sockets is type C type and has 2 pin round plugs similar to European-style socket. Make sure your personal equipment can operate on 230 Volts.
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COMMUNICATION
Telephones are available in each room however, it only works internally. Telkomsel is the only provider that gives coverage in Derawan Archipelago includes Maratua Island. It is recommended to change your mobile provider to Telkomsel before you get to Maratua.
ATTIRE
Guest find casual resort attire are the most appropriate. Guest also recommended to bring wetsuits and swimming attire to enjoy our Vitamin Sea.
A MUST ITEM
Tropical strength sunscreen is a must. Mosquito repellent is also important for your day to day adventure.
CURRENCY
Indonesia only accepts Indonesian Rupiah. Therefore, it is a good idea to have Indonesian Rupiah on hand. You can obtain Indonesian Rupiah at most of Major Airport in Indonesia. We do accept majors credit cards (Visa and Mastercard).
DOCUMENTS
Depending on your passport, there are three options that you could enter Indonesia that would apply to most travelers that come for tourism or social purpose.
No Visa required (Majority of countries - FREE entry, 30 days valid, NOT extendable) Visa on Arrival (US $35, 30 days valid, extendable once for 30 days) Visa needed (apply abroad before arriving in Indonesia).
INDONESIA VISA INFO
to check which Indonesian visa regulation applies to you.
Location
Preparation