Things to Do in Nunukan

The main town square with a covered stage, benches, and a playground for kids. Used for community events and morning exercise.

🕐 Always open

💡 Best visited at sunrise when the mist lifts off the nearby hills. Locals do tai chi here around 6am.

A quiet coastal stretch with dark sand and calm waters, popular for evening walks and picnics. The shoreline is lined with pine trees, giving it a cool shade.

🕐 Always open

💡 Come at low tide to find small shells and crabs. No food vendors, so bring your own snacks and water.

Small regional museum showcasing local Dayak and Tidung artefacts, traditional clothing, and historical photos of the border region. Two rooms only.

🕐 Mon-Fri 8:00-16:00

💡 Ask the guard for the key to the back room – it holds the best items, including a 19th-century cannon. Donations welcome but not required.

A lively traditional market selling fresh fish, spices, local fruits like durian and rambutan, and woven crafts. Good place to see daily life without spending.

🕐 Daily 5:00-18:00

💡 Go early (before 7am) for the best catch – fishermen bring in the night’s haul. Don’t miss the grilled sticky rice cakes at the food stalls.

A multi-tiered waterfall about 25 km from town, reachable by motorbike or rented car. The main drop is 15 metres into a deep green pool. Entry fee covers minimal trail maintenance.

🕐 Daily 7:00-17:00

💡 The road gets muddy after rain. Hire a local ojek (motorcycle taxi) for 50,000 IDR round trip – they know the route. Bring insect repellent.