BINTAN ISLAND
Location Approximately 1,140sqkm in size, Bintan Island is located 50km southeast of Singapore. The largest island within the stunning Riau Archipelago, the island is well known for its rich historical past as much as its legendary beaches and natural beauty. Situated at the centre of the crucial Indo-China trading route, it has been in the midst of several power struggles throughout history. Click here for a more detailed map of Bintan Island
You can get to Bintan Island from Batam Island by taking a ferry from Punggur, which is on the eastern side of Batam. Ferries go to Tanjung Pinang and Tangung Uban. You can also get speed boats to Lagoi, at Teluk Sebung, which is close to many of the main resorts on Bintan. Several daily ferries run between Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal in Singapore to Bintan Island and take 45 mins. There is also car ferry, the Batam Bintan Ferry RORO (Roll On Roll Off) from Telaga Punggur Sea Port, Batam Island, to Tanjung Uban on Bintan Island. See here for more details on the Batam Bintan car ferry Bintan Currency In Bintan Island, most of the resorts accept Singapore Dollars (SGD) & US Dollars (USD). However if you plan to take a trip to Tanjung Pinang city, all the transactions are in Indonesia Rupiah (IDR) so you're required to exchange your currency to Indonesia Rupiah when you plan to visit Tanjung Pinang city. You can also find many money changers are available in Tanjung Pinang city. Activities Recreational activities include snorkeling, jet-skiing, canoeing, wind surfing, golfing, fishing, sailing, diving, island hopping and shopping. Sun seekers may take a leisurely stroll along the white sandy beaches and enjoy sun bathing in the warm sunshine. Climate Bintan Island is very close to the equator and has a tropical climate throughout the year, with temperatures ranging from 21° to 32°, with an average of 26° Celsius. Humidity ranges from 61 to 96 percent. The period between October to March is characterized as the north monsoon season with more rainfall and stronger winds, but the weather is generally sunny all year around. Bintan’s monsoon period starts from November through to March. Bintan Resorts and HotelsBelow is a list of Bintan resorts and hotels with links to help you with making bookings, etc. If you can not find a hotel to suit you from the list below, (but I'm sure you will!) just use the search box located at the bottom of the list...Angsana Bintan Resort and Spa Angsana Bintan Resort and Spa is located on picturesque Tanjung Said bay; a mere 45 minutes ferry ride from Singapore and 10 minutes drive from Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal. Check the current room rates at the Angsana Bintan Resort and Spa For more info on the Angsana Bintan Resort and Spa click here Banyan Tree Bintan Resort and Spa For more info on the Banyan Tree Bintan Resort click here Banyu Biru Bintan Resort For more info on the Banyu Biru Bintan Resort click here Bintan Lagoon Resort For more info on the Bintan Lagoon Resort click here Club Med Bintan For more info on the Club Med Bintan click here Indra Maya Villas Bintan For more info on the Indra Maya Villas Bintan click here Mayang Sari Beach Resort For more info on the Mayang Sari Bintan Resort click here Nirwana Beach Club Resort
Bintan Island Activities
Places of Interest in Bintan Island
Tanjung Pinang Tanjung Pinang is the main port town in Bintan island, where trader and passenger ships link to all parts of Indonesia with Singapore. Tanjung Pinang has a busy harbor that is strategically located close to the Malacca Strait, one of the world's busiest sea lanes. A large section of the town was built in traditional style, with houses on stilts and over the water. You can also find numerous types of dried seafood and the colorful varieties of crackers and snacks sold here. Tanjung Pinang can be reached by ferry from Singapore
Tanjung Uban Tanjung Uban is the second largest town after Tanjung Pinang in Bintan Island. It is located on the north western coast of Bintan Island. Tanjung Uban has an oil storage facility and is Bintan's district center. Along the seaside there is a charming boardwalk called "Pelantar" with houses, accommodations and restaurants built above the sea. You can find a great variety of shops offering local art works and handicrafts there
Senggarang Village Senggarang is the name of a small village on the island of Bintan. Many locals believe that Senggarang was the first home for Chinese immigrants long time ago, who then spread throughout the other islands of Riau. You can witness the 200 year old ancient temple known as Banyan Tree temple. Banyan Tree Temple carries a rich historical story on how the tree mysteriously formed around the temple. Other temples not to be missed are the temple of Xuan Tian Shang-di, ruler of the North Pole Star, with its complex Chinese architecture
Penyengat Island Penyengat Island, 6 kilometers away from Tanjung Pinang, can be reached in 15 minutes by sampan boat. The seat of the powerful Bugis descended viceroys of Riau during the 18th century; Penyengat still bears the traces of its illustrious past. Ruins, abandoned for almost 70 years, were recently resorted. The oldest ruler's palace and royal tombs, among them the grave of the respected Sultan Haji, author of the first Malay language grammar book, are among the legacies left by the Riau sultanate. A newly built cultural center for stage performances of Malay music and dances can be found
Trikora Beach The most popular beach on the east coast is Trikora, where the locals also go for relaxation during the holidays. It can be difficult to get there, go by taxi or the occasional bus from Tanjung Pinang. There is simple accommodation here, as well as more luxurious resorts. The sand is white and the water clean, a great place for relaxation after the hot and busy streets of Tanjung Pinang. You can also visit a fishing village nearby and a small ship building facility, to have a look at traditional boat building
Santa Maria Cave Santa Maria Cave was built in the 18th century by a Dutch Pastor. Every Sunday, devotees will come to pack the place and sing songs of praises, while enjoying a short get-together with everyone in the community. Until today the place is still very well preserved and maintained. Definitely with a visit when you are in Bintan
Pasar Oleh Oleh The Bintan Resort’s very own market of gifts, Pasar Oleh-Oleh is a cluster of Indonesian-style huts offering everything Indonesian. From local Indonesian delicacies like ‘Keropok’ (prawn or fish crackers), ‘emping’ (belinjo crackers) and packets of dried seafood such as ‘ikan bilis’ (anchovies). Scallops and shrimps are also sold, and a must-buy is the ‘kueh lapis’ – a spongy and sweet square-shaped Indonesian cake baked to a layered perfection
Sebung Village If you're a seafood lover then Sebung Village is a place not to be missed when you visit Bintan Island. You can taste the freshness of Bintan seafood in the Kelong style restaurant, at very reasonable prices Didn't find what you where looking for? Then just use the Search Box below to continue to get that information you want! Return to Home Page from Bintan Island page
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