Bintan in situated in Riau Islands, Indonesia. Located east of Sumatra and south of Singapore, Bintan is just 45 minutes from Singapore on ferry. Bintan is the largest island of the Riau islands. It is one of the most developed and affluent parts of Indonesia. Due to its strategic location, Bintan attracts many tourists, mostly from Singapore and Malaysia. In recent years, its popularity as a seaside holiday destination has grown and the number of visitors from all around the world has been on a steady rise.
Bintan is at the northern tip of the Riau islands. The capital of Bintan is Tanjung Pinang. This is also the biggest town in Bintan. One of the main attractions in Tanjung Pinang is its ancient and vibrant market that is partially on stilts.
Bintan is well known for its luxurious beach front resorts. Most of
the resorts are situated on the northwest side of the Island and there
are also a few beach resorts located on the east coast of bintan.
The people in Bintan are hospitable and courteous. The main language spoken in Bintan is Bahasa Indonesia. However English is widely spoken in all areas, especially the Bintan resort area. Bintan has a deeply rooted history, a very colourful present and an extremely promising future with Indonesia marketing it as the second popular tourist destination after Bali.
Diving in Bintan is an exciting experience. There are many varieties of marine life to be sighted here including turtles. Six of the seven species of turtles found throughout the world are said to be found in Indonesia.
The waters around Bintan are not too deep, allowing a diving experience for all levels of divers. Bintan is mainly known for shallow fringing reef and good coral and macro life.
The people in Bintan are hospitable and courteous. The main language spoken in Bintan is Bahasa Indonesia. However English is widely spoken in all areas, especially the Bintan resort area. Bintan has a deeply rooted history, a very colourful present and an extremely promising future with Indonesia marketing it as the second popular tourist destination after Bali.
Diving in Bintan is an exciting experience. There are many varieties of marine life to be sighted here including turtles. Six of the seven species of turtles found throughout the world are said to be found in Indonesia.
The waters around Bintan are not too deep, allowing a diving experience for all levels of divers. Bintan is mainly known for shallow fringing reef and good coral and macro life.
History
Bintan is a growing tourist attraction with visitors coming from all over the world. A large percentage of visitors are from Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia itself. Bintan is the largest of the 3,200 islands in the Riau archipelago and the third largest among the 27 provinces in Indonesia. Only 45 minutes away from Singapore, Bintan is twice the size of Singapore. In the past, Bintan was an important hub for trade and in recent years, it has slowly evolved into a tourism hub in Indonesia.
Due to its strategic location, Bintan was a very busy trade hub many
years ago, located along the China-India maritime trading route. It was
recorded in the 14th century that Bintan had the most number of pirates
roaming on its water. These pirates earned a reputation for themselves,
using war ships to attack Chinese ship returning from the Indian Ocean.
To this day, you may find Chinese ceramics dating back to the Song
Dynasty washing ashore from the ships that are now underwater wrecks.
The original settlers in Bintan and the rest of the Riau Islands are said to be Malay and Orang Laut people also know as sea nomads. Later, migrants from South China moved in and made Bintan their home.
During the 12th and 13th century, Bintan was part of the Srivijaya Empire on Sumatra. Sri Tri Buana, a member of the Royal family later declared himself the King of Bintan and Singapore. Then during the rule of Sultan Mansoor Shah from 1459 to 1466, Bintan and the rest of Riau became part of the Malacca. In 1511, Malacca empire fell to the Portugese. A war between the Portugese, Johor Sultanate and the Achehnese of northern Sumatra then begin. This was called the ‘War Triangle’ and Bintan was part of it. Bintan saw many rulers come and go during this time. The region eventually fell under the ruling of Dutch later.
In 1942, the Japanese occupied Bintan, and in 1945 it became the part of Riau province of the Republic of Indonesia.
What to do at Bintan
The original settlers in Bintan and the rest of the Riau Islands are said to be Malay and Orang Laut people also know as sea nomads. Later, migrants from South China moved in and made Bintan their home.
During the 12th and 13th century, Bintan was part of the Srivijaya Empire on Sumatra. Sri Tri Buana, a member of the Royal family later declared himself the King of Bintan and Singapore. Then during the rule of Sultan Mansoor Shah from 1459 to 1466, Bintan and the rest of Riau became part of the Malacca. In 1511, Malacca empire fell to the Portugese. A war between the Portugese, Johor Sultanate and the Achehnese of northern Sumatra then begin. This was called the ‘War Triangle’ and Bintan was part of it. Bintan saw many rulers come and go during this time. The region eventually fell under the ruling of Dutch later.
In 1942, the Japanese occupied Bintan, and in 1945 it became the part of Riau province of the Republic of Indonesia.
What to do at Bintan
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Water Sports Year-end wind and waves make Bintan ideal for wind surfing. Kayaking, jet ski, banana boat rides and wake-boarding are the favorites and available at water sports centers. |
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Spa Relax and let a traditional Indonesian massage play on your preasure points to relieve you of your stress and gently ease away the strain in every node of your body. |
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PaintBall A fun and exciting activity you must not miss! Test your tactical skill through an exciting game of Paintball. Strategise your own game jam-packed with actions. |
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Mountain Biking The quiet roads of Bintan Resorts are ideal for biking. Try some of the off-road tracks. Ask your hotel for bike rental details. |
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All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Set your adrenalin pumping and psyche up for a body workout with an ATV ride. Drive through our jungle trails specially designed with sharp bends and steep slopes for that heart-stopping ride. Or take the ATV for a wide ride freely along our white sandy beaches and feel the rush of wind against your face. |
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Go-Kart Strap on your helmet and setp on it at our Go-Kart track! Race around the track with your friends and bring out the latent race driver in you! |
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Sri Bintan Kampung Eco Tour Explore the traditional Indonesian 'Kampung' (local village) of Sri Bintan and get a glimpse of the daily lifestyle of the villagers. See pandan leaves woven into usable products, and rubber tapping. Tour includes a local lunch featuring kampung dishes |
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Mangrove Discovery Tour Experience the beauty and mystery of nature with our award-winning Bintan Mangrove Discovery Tour. Discover the flora and fauna of the mangrove. For a totally magical and out of this world experience, take a night mangrove tour and ride into a mesmerizing blanket of glowing fireflies. |
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Corporate & Adventure Training Discover highly impactful experience-based learning programmes! Training activities are diverse, ranging from thematic games, sea sports, telematches to obstacle rope courses. |
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Traditional Fishing Tour Learn to fish the traditional way! Ride on an authentic sampan along the Sebung River. Cast with the jala (fishing net to crawl fishes. Entrap crabs and fishes with bubu (wire trap) and injab (bamboo trap) |
Place of interest in Bintan
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