Muara Teweh

Muara Teweh is the capital of North Barito Regency in Central Kalimantan, located at the confluence of the Barito and Teweh rivers. It is an important river port and market town serving the surrounding agricultural and mining region. The town of about 50,000 people is a centre for the Dayak and Banjar communities that inhabit this part of Central Kalimantan.

The town's name means "the meeting of the Teweh River" — reflecting its location at the confluence. It is the last significant settlement before the vast wilderness of northern Central Kalimantan. Muara Teweh has a relaxed, frontier-town atmosphere and is known for its river scenery and access to Dayak cultural sites.

The climate is tropical, with temperatures of 24–33°C and heavy rainfall November–April.

By Plane

The nearest airport is Syamsudin Noor International Airport (BDJ) in Banjarmasin, about 300 km south. Local airstrips serve infrequent charter flights.

By Car / Road

From Palangka Raya, it's about 5–6 hours by car (250 km) via the Trans-Kalimantan highway. From Banjarmasin, it takes 6–7 hours (300 km). Buses run from both cities.

Muara Teweh is walkable. Ojek and becak are available for short trips. For river exploration, hire a motorised canoe.

• Barito River: The wide brown river is the centre of life — watch the boats and daily riverside activity.

• Teweh River Confluence: The point where the Teweh meets the Barito — scenic views.

• Pasar Muara Teweh: The town market — colourful and busy in the morning.

• River Cruises: Explore the Barito and its tributaries by boat — spot wildlife and visit riverside villages.

• Dayak Village Visits: Arrange trips to surrounding Dayak longhouse communities.

• Fishing: The Barito River is rich in freshwater fish.

Simple Banjarese and Dayak food at warung around the market. Fresh river fish is a staple.

Bottled water is essential. Sweet tea is widely available.

• Budget: Losmen near the river (Rp 100,000–200,000/night).
• Mid-range: Hotels on the main street (Rp 200,000–350,000/night).

Local produce, dried fish, and Dayak handicrafts at the market.

• Puruk Cahu: 80 km northeast — the capital of Murung Raya Regency, deeper into Dayak territory.
• Buntok: 80 km south — capital of South Barito Regency.
• Banjarmasin: 300 km south — the regional capital.
• Barito River: Continue upriver into remote Dayak highlands.