Serantung Waterpark in Sintang Regency, West Kalimantan Province

Sintang Regency is part of West Kalimantan Province and offers a distinct vacation experience to tourists. Even though a trip to Siantang takes some time, especially from outside the island, the region won’t disappoint visitors. Before exploring major vacation sites, tourists should visit the simplest ones including Serantung Waterpark! Tourists only need to get to Kapuas Kanan Hulu Village, where the site resides. In terms of popularity, the Indonesian locals often visit it to spend a family recreation. Those people often call it SWP and they would crowd the site either during weekends or big holidays. For the information, the inauguration was in 2009.

The Nuance
So, what about the nuance? Once arriving at Serantung Waterpark, tourists may see a vast site with numerous features on it. The prime ones are indeed the pools, which come with a different depth. The next noticeable feature is a viewing post where tourists can enjoy sightseeing and relaxation above. Several food vendors and gazebos are also available there. As for decorations, some big trees and colorful plants beautify the waterpark. Perhaps, the most popular facility is the pool canals where tourists can ride a floating tire and pass through the canals comfortably. Lots of palm trees surround them, as well.

Exploring Serantung Waterpark
Serantung Waterpark opens daily, so tourists can come over anytime. Still, the opening hour is at 9 am and it closes at 6 pm. Thus, everyone should come at the right time if they want to enjoy the activities comfortably. As for the entrance fee, it depends of occasions. For example, tourists need to pay more during big holidays. Most visitors are local families or those who live nearby, for sure. However, tourists and outsiders are often seen at weekends, too.

The best thing to do in Serantung Waterpark is none other than swimming or playing water. The site provides numerous water rides and different pools, so tourists can choose the right one later. For families with kids, they can also let the children play water safely. In order to save much money, though, it is recommended to come during regular days.

Well, it doesn’t have to be swimming. Visitors can enjoy other things in Serantung Waterpark. For example, they can climb the viewing post and enjoy sightseeing from up there. As an alternative, they can sit or relax at available food vendors and enjoy delicious foods. Later, everyone should try the most famous feature, which is the water canal (lazy river). Other water rides are also available to try including super fun bowl, water wave, and much more!

Nearby Attractions

• Pancasila Monument
• Al-Mukarimah Palace
• Bank Indonesia Monument

How to Get There
First things come first. Outsiders or those who live outside West Kalimantan Province should consider taking an airplane in order to reach the first checkpoint, which is Pontianak City. Here is an example. A flight from Soekarno – Hatta International Airport at Jakarta City to Supadio Airport at Pontianak would take around 1 hour and 25 minutes. From Supadio, tourists should take any available plane and head to Susilo Airport at Sintang Regency. Have no worries. This flight would take only about 40 minutes. From Siantang, the last destination is none other than Serantung Waterpark. This time, the trip may take only about 9 minutes, as the distance is 3.9 km. As for the best route, it is definitely MT. Haryono Street.

Where to Stay

• Berlian Hotel
• Setia Hotel