Indonesia · Boating

3-Hour Floating Market Tour in Banjarmasin by Traditional Boat

3 Hours Round trip from Banjarmasin Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Banjarmasin's floating market, known as Indonesia's Venice
02 Ride a traditional boat along the river to reach the market
03 Watch sellers and buyers arrive by small traditional canoes from the village
04 See the multi-coloured attire of villagers as they sell fruit pies and other products
05 Marvel at the market system, where most sellers are women

Get set to embark on a journey through the floating market of Banjarmasin, better known as Indonesia's Venice, located on a delta island near the junction of the Barito and Martapura rivers. Indulge in a unique shopping spree as you watch sellers and buyers rowing in small traditional canoes along the river from the village.

Watch sellers and buyers arrive at the market, rowing small traditional canoes from the village.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Banjarmasin

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Early Morning Visit to Banjarmasin Floating Market

Pick up from the hotel at 5:00 am and travel towards the Banjarmasin Floating Market.
Walk to the river, board a traditional boat, and arrive at the floating market.
Watch sellers and buyers arrive at the market, rowing small traditional canoes from the village.
Observe the multi-coloured attire of the villagers as they sell fruit pies and other products.
Marvel at the impressive market system, where most sellers are women.

Return to the hotel.