Lamandau Regency

Lamandau Regency is an administrative area in Central Kalimantan organized into eight districts spread across lowland terrain marked by swamps and river systems. The landscape consists of flat, water-rich areas where numerous waterways form the natural transportation and geographic backbone of the region.

The area was once part of the Kotawaringin Kingdom in the early 1900s before becoming an independent regency in 2002. This transformation reflected a shift toward greater local autonomy and administrative independence for the region.

Several ethnic groups including Dayak, Javanese, Banjar, and Bugis communities live here, each preserving their own traditions and ways of life. You can experience this diversity through local celebrations, crafts, and the different styles of buildings found across the region.

Plan your visit during drier months when roads and river crossings are more accessible. Local boats serve as the main transportation method for moving between districts and communities throughout the region.

The capital Nanga Bulik sits at an elevation where it receives substantial rainfall every year, making it one of the wetter areas in the region. This high precipitation shapes the entire ecosystem and influences how people live and work across the territory.

Location: Central Kalimantan

Capital city: Nanga Bulik

Elevation above the sea: 303 m

Shares border with: Seruyan Regency, West Kotawaringin Regency, Sukamara Regency, Ketapang Regency, Melawi Regency

GPS coordinates: -1.83828,111.28690

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28