Tanjung Pinang Trip Overview
Enjoy lots of beauty and uniqueness while you are on Bintan Island.
Feel the pleasure for the senses that you can only find at Bintan Resorts. From the blue sea that stretches as far as the eye can see the exciting and relaxing adventure of the villa there is something for everyone in Bintan.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Tanjung Pinang, Indonesia
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands Province, Indonesia
Enjoy lots of beauty and uniqueness while you are on Bintan Island.
Feel the pleasure for the senses that you can only find at Bintan Resorts. From the blue sea that stretches as far as the eye can see the exciting and relaxing adventure of the villa there is something for everyone in Bintan.
Itinerary
Day 1: Bintan Island Cek In
Stop At: Bintan Island, Bintan Island, Bintan Regency, Riau Archipelago, Riau Islands Province
Bintan
Bintan Island is one of Indonesia / Singapore’s newer attractions, the largest of 3,200 islands in the Indonesian Riau Archipelago and the 3rd largest of 27 provinces. Located just 45 kilometers southeast of Singapore, the island is easily accessible via a 45-minute catamaran boat trip from Singapore’s Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal.
Bintan belongs to Indonesia. On the northern part of the island is Bintan Brzee Beach, with swaying coconut palms and with its own beach, a perfect breather for those who would like to combine Singapore’s urban life with peace and quiet or explore the many lovely areas of Bintan, for example. Tanjung Pinang, mangroves, snorkeling, scuba diving and more
Here are all kinds of accommodations – Brzee Beach offers bungalows, beach huts or tree huts.
Bintan has a long history behind it. It was mentioned in the Chinese explorer Admiral Cheng Ho’s travel descriptions as far back as the 11th century. Since that time, Bintan has been on trade routes between Indonesia, China, the Middle East and India. The Bugis seafarers and travelers brought spices from other islands, while the Chinese traders brought tea, porcelain and silk. The Arabs bought carnations, pepper and nutmeg and sent it to Europe. In the 18th century, the Dutch, British and Americans came and traded tin, opium and pepper.
Today, visitors to Bintan can experience the bustling port of the island’s capital Tanjung Pinang, which is a strange old town characterized by rows of pile houses, chained together by a maze of small footpaths. You can experience Bintan’s Indonesian heritage in the many charming fishing villages that exude relaxed village atmosphere. Here are also the Sultan’s Mosque, generous mausoleum and palace ruins.
Duration: 4 minutes
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Bintan Brzee Beach Resort
Day 2: Bintan Full Days Tour
Stop At: Bintan Desert, Jl. Raya Busung, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29152 Indonesia
Being in this place as if you were in the Middle East. As far as the eye can see there is only a stretch of white sand, blue water-like ponds like oasis, and the scorching sun. This is the Telaga Biru Desert in Busung Hamlet, Tanjung Uban District, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province. It is located about 45 minutes by road from the RHF Tanjung Pinang airport and from the Tanjung Pinang port. If from the port of Tanjun Uban only about 15 minutes. Not unexpectedly if this desert was previously a mining area of bauxite sand which has now hardened like coral. Mining has long been stopped since the New Order era under President Soeharto.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bintan Regency, Bintan Regency, Riau Archipelago, Riau Islands Province
its beauty steals the attention of world tourists. Just look at how many hotels in Bintan operate on the largest island of the Riau Islands province.
Most of us probably would not have guessed if in western Indonesia, there is a luxury tourist destination that can rival the island of Bali. Bintan Island, an island neighboring Malaysia and Singapore, is indeed worthy of being an international-class tourist destination. This area is able to compete with luxury resorts in neighboring countries. Here are 10 resorts that will make your vacation on Bintan Island even more luxurious.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Plaza Lagoi, Jl. Gurindam Duabelas Teluk Sebong, Lagoi, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands Province 29155 Indonesia
Located in the new ‘heart’ of Bintan, Plaza Lagoi is a contemporary and modern two-storey shopping mall designated as a one-stop retail, F&B and entertainment hub for Bintan Resorts. Plaza Lagoi is accessible via a complimentary shuttle bus service that travel to-and-from properties of Bintan Resorts and Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal.
Interact with up to 50 optical illusions, hand-painted by local artists from Yogyakarta, for a fun photo session at Rumah Imaji. Tumble into the culture of the Riau Islands and learn about the Malay heritage at Bintan’s very own Trick Eye Museum. Share your masterpieces on social media and take your followers on a fascinating trip of surreal poses.
Relax and wind down from an array of spa options including NiBBana Health Massage & Spa, Mollinda Spa or Bintan Ladies Spa, all of which are conveniently available at the mall’s ground floor. Visit the Love Lock with your cherished other and hang a padlock to seal romantic island memories.
Whet your taste-buds with the dining options at Plaza Lagoi. Choose from an array of cuisine like hamburgers or Nasi Goreng at Helo Helo Cafe, delectable seafood at Idola Café & Resto. For local delights, head to Lamak Basamo, where you can experience Hidang-styled Nasi Padang – dishes are laid out in individual plates and you pick whatever your stomach craves for. Dine by the setting sun at Warung Yeah! and savour signature local Indonesian dishes like Nasi Goreng (Fried Rice), Tahu Goreng (Fried Beancurd) and Fried Getuk (tapioca balls with coconut flakes). Enjoy traditional Malay delights such as Ikan Bakar (grilled fish coated with sweet soy sauce) and Otak Otak (barbequed seasoned fish paste in banana leaves) at Waroeng Cek Bakar’s Masakan Khas Melayu.
Tread along the shores of the 3.5km-long Lagoi Beach and watch the vermillion sun dip beyond the horizon; or stroll along a serene freshwater lake at Lake Lagoi fringed with tropical rain forest.
Fret not about heading home empty-handed as one surely will find Indonesian souvenirs, fashion apparel and daily necessities available for purchase at Plaza Lagoi. There are also amenities such as public prayer facilities, baggage drop-off area, shower and changing facilities, money changer, tourist information booth, as well as a tour booking centre.
If you have some time for some exploration beyond the boundaries of your resort, hop on the next shuttle bus and visit Plaza Lagoi.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Bintan Island, Bintan Island, Bintan Regency, Riau Archipelago, Riau Islands Province
Treasure Bay Lagoi is the largest swimming pool in Southeast Asia. The extent of 6.3 hectares, and has a length of 800 meters.
Just so you know, its surface area is even equivalent to 50 swimming pools for the size of the Olympics. Water tamping capacity is up to 115 million cubic, with the farthest depth is 2.5 meters.
Treasure Bay Lagoi is located on Bintan Island, Riau Islands. Swimming pool. Its natural beauty should make many tourists interested in coming there.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Lunch
Accommodation included: bintan brzee beach resort
