Try your luck at reeling in Indonesia’s famous dancing fish

Fishing can be a chore instead of an attraction for some, but not here in Bintan. Instead of hot concrete and mosquito-infested jetties, colourful platforms form the fishing bay near the Swiss-Belhotel in Lagoi Bay. Anyone can fish here, both the young and young at heart. The fish here also swim within a confined area, which means your chances of landing a whopper are also significantly higher! 

Helpful staff on-site will teach you how to cast your line, how to check if you have a fish on your bait and how to reel in your catch. If you’re squeamish about baiting the live crickets on your line, don’t worry, the staff will do it for you. 

Admire Bintan’s gorgeous views on borrowed wings with Air Adventures Asia

Equal parts relaxing and thrilling, this seaplane ride with Air Adventures Bintan was quite unlike anything I’ve ever experienced before. With its open cockpit and amphibious landing gear, the Challenger Ultralight aircraft will give you a flying experience you know you won’t soon be forgetting. 

The man behind this unique business is none other than Stuart Perkins. Originally from England, he’s been living in Bintan for over 3 years now with his wife. Stuart’s background was in commercial flights, but he was looking for something more than “having coffee and pushing buttons”, which resulted in the creation of Air Adventures Bintan. With over 22 years of flying experience under his belt, you know you’ll be in ultra-safe hands. 

Sakera Beach Bintan

Sakera beach is hoped to be one of the tourism destinations as well. Since people living nearby, like in Lobam and Tanjung Uban often visit for recreational reasons in this place. Sakera beach is a white sand beach, located at around 8 km from north of Tanjung Uban and around 2 km from Sebong Pereh. Sakera beach is a – 1 km long. Visitors can rent a place on this beach, whether it is for individual or group. On whether it is for reservation or camping or other events.

Santa Maria Cave was built in 18th century by a Dutch Pastor. On every sundays, 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. You shouldn't give a miss when you do visit Bintan.

Santa Maria Cave, situated 20 minutes away from Trikora Beach, Bintan Island was built in 18th century by a Dutch Pastor. The 14 stations of the cross, tableaus and a statue of Mary standing on a globe are the main features of this site. On every sundays, devotees will come to pack the place and sing songs of praises in the quaint little chapel on its grounds while enjoying a short get-together with everyone in the community. Until today the place is still very well preserved and maintained. 

Park Fishing Poyotomo Bintan

It's located in the village of Sri Bintan, Bintan precisely under the foot of Mount Bintan. The area of this tour is approximately 6ha which consists of fishing pond, flower garden and orchards. Entrance to the Poyotomo Fishing is charged Rp.5.000 and Rp.5.000 Pakir Entrance Rp.10.000 / person.

In Poyotomo Fishing there are fishing facilities that you can rent rents by paying Rp. 30.000 if you managed to get the fish you can directly burn it in place later the manager will lend his tool or you want to bring home you will be charged by looking at the type of fish and the count per kilo.

Religious Tourism to Vihara "SANGHARAMA SEBONG PEREH"

There is a different from the monastery "Sangharama Sebong Pereh", people usually visit the place of worship for prayer but this one different monastery is always crowded to visit as a tourist attractions from both local and international tourists what else if it has entered the weekend. Because the place of worship of the buddha has its own charm, which has two large statues and several other small statues as a tourist attraction for tourists who want to worship or just curious and capture the moment there.

Gunung Bintan Adventure Trek

Bintan mountain located in Bekapur, Village Bintan Buyu, District Bay Bintan, Bintan regency in fact more similar to the hill, because the peak height is only about 340m above sea level. However, this hill is the highest mountain in Bintan island. Top of the hill can be reached only in about 2 hours.

The height of the mountain is probably nothing compared to the mountains on the island of Java, Gunung Bintan (Bintan Mountain) has an important role for local communities, namely as an attraction excursions and water catchment areas. Bintan Mountain is also protected ecosystem that still maintained its authenticity, both aspects of the flora and fauna.

The Blue Lake Gunung Kijang

A pristine blue lake amidst abandoned mineral mining site in Bintan island. The area is Danau Biru, Kawal. Worth visiting and a hidden gem. The color of the water in this lake is indeed blue, as the name implies. The scenery in this lake area is very beautiful. The surroundings of the lake are dotted with several dunes. Blue Lake is actually not a natural lake formed by natural processes. The lake was originally a sand dune excavation and formed on a fairly deep clay. When the weather is clear, the water color in this lake will emit a very beautiful blue color. Well, the beauty of the water color in this lake that anesthetize and make curious tourists to come here.

Bintan Manggrove Tour

The short Bintan Mangrove Tour begins from a small hut on stilts in the water, which looks out over the river. It is a very picturesque area with a relaxing atmosphere. 10 of us boarded a small boat with our driver and tour guide.

The region is home to many fisherman but charcoal was previously one of the major industries along the river. Recently the industry has been halted in an effort to preserve the forests. The remains of the charcoal kilns can still be seen as you float on past.

Panglong Village Berakit, Tradional Fisher Man Village

Located on the North-Eastern tip of Bintan Island north of Trikora Beach, Panglong Village, Berakit is home to the largest community of sea gypsies in Bintan. Also commonly referred to as Orang Laut, the sea gypsies are sea nomads who dedicate their lives at sea. At this rustic village, discover the unique way of life of the sea gypsies carried down for generations over hundreds of years. Travel back in time as the labyrinth of stilt houses throw up an interesting peek into the lifestyle of the inhabitants.

Situated right at the entrance of Panglong Village are a few preserved charcoal kilns. On top of being a fishing village, Panglong Village was also a producer of mangrove charcoal in the past, about 20 years ago before using mangrove trees to produce charcoal was banned. The charcoal kilns are preserved as part of the government’s initiative to conserve the village’s history and culture.

Trikora Beach In Bintan Island

Trikora beach is a beach located in Malang Rapat village, Gunung Kijang sub-District, or about 45 kilometers to the east of the center of Tanjung Pinang town. For people live in Tanjung Pinang which actually is the capital of Riau Islands must already know this beach. The beach is composed of four sections namely Trikora Beach one, two, three and four. Trikora Beach three is also known as Trikot Beach and is the most visited part by tourists. The beach itself is an asset of Sampoerna Hotel located in the town of Tanjung Pinang.

Busung Desert in Bintan Island

What first came to mind when you heard the name of Bintan? Surely most of you immediately imagine an exotic island full of exclusive resorts packed with tourists from the country's rich.

Your guess is not entirely wrong, considering the beautiful island is indeed not far from Singapore, and many are filled by luxury hotels and resorts.

In fact, behind all the luxurious imagery, Bintan keeps many more other attractions that are not less attractive than elite accommodation.

About Bintan

Bintan is an Indonesian Island off the coast of Singapore. It is a tropical island that is a relaxing getaway from the vibrant city of Singapore. A great destination for golfers and good to include in a multi centre holiday.

Situated less than an hour away via comfortable catamarans from the modern and culturally vibrant city of Singapore. Experience endless beaches, a wide variety of international class-resorts and a refreshing host of tropical holiday activities. Discover a holiday within a holiday, when you visit Singapore and Bintan. 

Four great golf courses designed by golfing legends, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Ian Baker-Finch and Greg Norman, offers a unique golfing experience from beginners to professionals. Nestled within the rain forest, rolling fairways on hill sides, and with many holes skirting the white-sand beaches of Bintan Resorts, golfers cannot be blamed for being distracted by the serenity of the rain forest lining the fairways and the beautiful ocean view each time they step up on the tee box to take a shot.