Kayan Mentarang National Park
Park Borneo national park protecting rainforests and indigenous communities
On Indonesian Borneo’s borderlands, Kayan Mentarang National Park protects lowland rainforest, river valleys and Dayak communities; adventurous visitors arrange multi‑day treks, river travel and cultural visits with local guides.
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.
Tips for Visiting Kayan Mentarang National Park #
- 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.
Best Time to Visit Kayan Mentarang National Park #
For easier access and drier trekking conditions, aim for the dry season (May-September); the park is hot and humid year-round.
Weather & Climate near Kayan Mentarang National Park #
Kayan Mentarang National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 29°C. Heavy rainfall (2536 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (307 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (283 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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March
March is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (310 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (236 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (213 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (156 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (142 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (122 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Heavy rain (212 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (311 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
