About Riam Tikalong Waterfall
Riam Tikalong Waterfall is a forested cascade waterfall located in Karangan Village, Mempawah Hulu District, Landak Regency, West Kalimantan, Indonesia, about 90 km from Pontianak. Set within tropical rainforest, it features a wide, tiered rock formation with shallow natural pools at its base. The site is notable for its accessible forest setting, clear water, and popularity as a local recreation and nature tourism destination in Landak Regency.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide, low cascade waterfall flowing over tiered rock formations into shallow natural pools surrounded by tropical forest. The area includes a forested approach path, open bathing and wading areas at the base, gazebos and seating for picnics, and clear water suitable for swimming and photography. The setting is natural and rural, with basic visitor facilities and forest scenery.
Key highlights
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Wide tiered cascade waterfall with natural pools
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Forest setting in Karangan Village, Mempawah Hulu
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Shallow bathing area suitable for swimming and wading
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Photogenic rock formations and clear water
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Easily accessible nature tourism site from Pontianak and Ngabang
Culture & Context
Located in the Dayak Kanayatn area of Landak Regency, the waterfall is part of the local natural heritage and serves as a community recreation area and nature tourism asset for surrounding villages