Bintan Island, Near Singapore
A One-stop Indonesian Resort Island, Perfect to Twin with Singapore
Bintan Island was the trading crossroads between Indonesia, China, The Middle East and India, Now it is the chic crossroads for visitors to Singapore and Indonesia.
The Chinese have been trading tea, porcelain and silk with Bintan since 960 AD, while the Arabs were buying cloves, pepper and nutmeg, and in the 18th century the Dutch, British and Americans began the trade in tin and opium.
Bintan Today
On this island of 300,000 people, the rich heritage of Bintan’s past can be seen in the bustling trading harbour of the capital town, Tanjung Pinang. Charming fishing towns exude an easy-going village ambiance and its historical past is apparent in the palace ruins, the Sultan’s Mosque, and the many royal mausoleums. While dining on the exotic food, don’t overlook the freshest catch from the ocean
Bintan for Visitors
The perfect spot for a tropical resort break from the hectic city life of Singapore, a mere 55-minute ferry ride away from Singapore. Surrounded by beautiful beaches lapped by aquamarine waters, Bintan offers a range of activities and entertainments for those who do not want to just lay by the sea soaking up the sun. Dance the night away at Silks or sing your heart out at any one of a number of Karaoke Clubs.
Golf
There are four outstanding golf courses designed by golf’s top players - Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Ian-Baker Finch and Greg Norman. Golf lessons are available at all clubs. Set in stunning scenery, the game here is more than just golf.
Spas
There are six excellent spas in Bintan, all with a variety of treatments to choose from, ranging from traditional Asian to western-style therapies. Natural beauty care and signature treatments are a feature of all six spas. You can even have an outdoor massage on a gorgeous white beach.
Water Sports
Bintan is the perfect place in which to enjoy water-sports from wind surfing, wake boarding, sailing, and snorkelling to jet skiing, canoeing and the excitement of banana boat riding. Ride an authentic sampan with fishermen and fish for your lunch using boos boos (local fishing traps).
Adventure Sports
Race on a go-kart or take an all terrain vehicle (ATV) through challenging jungle trails designed with sharp turns for that adrenaline rush. Trek to the 340-metre peak of Gunung Bintan in the rainforest and be vowed by the views. See the silver leaf monkey, sun birds, eagles and kites among the 40-metre high trees. Visit the Bintan Elephant Park, home to seven Sumatran elephants and take a ride on them into the forest.
Eco-Tourism
Take the award-winning Mangrove Discovery Tour, which allows visitors to discover the wildlife that exists beneath the mangrove forest, just one of many tours showcasing the cultural heritage and ecological treasures of Bintan.
Recommended Hotels in Bintan
Angsana Resort & Spa Bintan
Located in the picuresque Tanjung Said Bay overlooking the South China Sea. Tel: (62) 770 693 111 Bintan@angsana.com
Banyan Tree Bintan
Along the white beach on Bintan Island and build on elevated surroundings. Tel: (62) 770 693 100. Bintan@banyantree.com.
Bintan Lagoon Resort
Sprawled over 300 hectares of beachfront gardens and witrh 2 18-hold golf courses. Tel: (62) 770 691 388. www.bintanlagoon.com email Reservation@bintanlagoon.com
The Nirwana Resort Hotel
A blend of Mediterranean and Indonesian hospitality with a large infinity Jacuzzi swimming pool and sea, pool or garden views: Tel: (62) 6323 6636. Reservations@nirwanagardens.com website www.nirwanagardens.com
