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Guides to Balikpapan

 

How to reach and explore Balikpapan?  
Balikpapan is a city in East Borneo (Kalimantan) that can be reached from Jakarta by using airplanes or through seafaring ships/PELNI. From Jakarta, the most recommended method of reaching Balikpapan is by using an airplane, and you have plenty of options available servicing the route from Soekarno-Hatta Airport in Jakarta to Sepingan in Balikpapan. Generally speaking, an airplane ticket from Jakarta to Semarang will cost you around Rp. 750.000,- for the starter price. Once you are in Semarang, the most efficient way to travel around the city is by renting a motorbike or a car. Renting a car will cost you around Rp. 450.000,- with no gas or Rp. 550.000,- with gas included, although the rates vary according to the type of the car you are renting. 
 

Where to stay in Balikpapan?
People expecting a great stay in Balikpapan will not make a wrong choice by making Whiz Prime Hotel Balikpapan as their preferred Hotel to stay in. Located strategically at Jl. Jenderal Sudirman no. 321, Balikpapan, this 166 guest rooms Hotel is situated perfectly as the center of all your activities during your visit to the city. Call (0542) 8800-880 or go online at www.whizprime.com/balikpapan for reservations.