Kayan Mentarang National Park Park

Kayan Mentarang National Park is a large protected area on the Indonesian side of Borneo (Kalimantan) that protects mountain ranges, river valleys and extensive rainforest habitats. The park is recognised for its biodiversity, remoteness and presence of indigenous communities.

The landscape comprises steep forested mountains, river systems and lowland forests that support a wide range of flora and fauna typical of Borneo. The area is used for low-impact traditional activities by local peoples and is also a destination for remote trekking and biodiversity research.

The park was established to conserve these montane and lowland ecosystems and to protect the cultural heritage of resident indigenous groups; access is often by long overland or river routes from regional towns.

• Cultural and ecological values: Contains extensive tracts of lowland and montane tropical rainforest and is home to indigenous Dayak communities who continue traditional lifestyles within protected zones.

• Kayan Mentarang is remote and best experienced on multi-day treks arranged with local, village-based guides-organize permits and logistics in advance through reputable operators.
• Plan for the dry season (roughly May-September) when trails and river crossings are more reliable; routes often use village trails and basic campsites, so coordinate with guides about itinerary and supplies.