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Bintan
In the course of finding out more about Bintan, the amount of info (on and offline) I could get my hands on was probably a good indication of the spotlight given to this Indonesian island: minimal. In fact, my local librabry had zero guide books on Bintan!
So with this in mind, I am even more adamant to showcase this island of tropical forests and beautiful white beaches. Even a friend who's been there 5 years ago still raves about it!
For a place just 40km of Singapore, Bintan is definitely within my 'do-able' range :-)
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Joy's Travel Notes About Bintan
Bintan offers a quick getaway for those living in Singapore simply because it’s so easy to get there; just hop onto a ferry from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal and you’ll be there in an hour or less.
This is a popular place of relaxation for Singapore residents for a few reasons; it offers some of the best designer golf courses right here in Asia, it offers a beachside getaway with exciting water sports like diving, and for many, it is a place of spas and affordable massages.
And read more from travelers who have enjoyed Bintan here.
Other Quick Facts:
Country: Indonesia
Location: Lagest island in the Riau province area
Land area: 1.140 sq. km
Population: About 200,000
Ethnicities: Malay, Bugis, Chinese, Orang Laut (sea people
Climate: Tropical climate with summer all year around. Temperatures range from 21 - 32 degrees Celsius. Monsoon season is around October to March, wtih heavier rains and stronger winds.
Getting to Bintan: Take a ferry from Singapore, Malaysia (Johor Bahru) or Indonesia (Batam).
| From Jakarta |
From Batam |
From Singapore |
| Flight from Jakarta to Tanjun Pinang by Merpati Airlines |
Ferry from Punggur Ferry Terminal, Batam to Sri Bintan Pura Ferry Terminal, about Rp.70,000 |
Ferry from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, to either Sri Bintan Pura Ferry Terminal at Tanjungpinang or Bandar Bentan Telani at Lagoi (Bintan Resort) |
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