Bintan Island Day Trip From Singapore
Day trip Bintan from Singapore
Can I do a day trip to Bintan Island for 1 day and back to Singapore?
Many travelers ask this question can I travel to Bintan Island and back to Singapore on the same day? The answer is yes. You can make the trip for 1 day. If you’re looking for a quick trip from the busy city life of Singapore, bintan island day trip from Singapore might just be the perfect getaway For those of you who want to do it, please read the following guidelines and tips.
1. Book Ferry Ticket to Bandar Bintan Telani Ferry Terminal (BBT) and return to Singapore.
Bandar Bintan Telani Ferry Terminal (BBT)
Start your journey by booking a ferry ticket to Bintan online. You can book it through the website www.brf.com.sg. It is highly recommended to book the first departure ticket at 08.10 am from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal Singapore (TMFT) and arrive in Bintan at 08.10 am. It should be noted that the time in Bintan is 1 hour later than Singapore. You can also choose a return ticket for the Last Ferry from Bandar Bintan Telani Ferry Terminal (BBT) to Singapore at 18:30 pm.
2. Arrival time in Bintan, Visa on Arrival and Immigration check process.
Your ferry arrives at the Bintan Ferry Terminal at around 8.10 am and will likely exit the ferry terminal at around 8.30 am. Information for Visa On Arrival and Immigration checks are usually quick and you can proceed straight to the exit.
Immigration Check in Process at Bintan Ferry Terminal (BBT)
3. How to make my trip smooth and enjoyable while in Bintan?
To avoid being overwhelmed by new people and unfamiliar surroundings we recommend that you book your private car + driver in advance. We can make your daytrip in Bintan smooth, comfortable, stress-free and memorable. Our driver will pick you up with a signboard bearing your name. Contact you when the ferry terminal arrives and approach you when exiting the Ferry Terminal door. We make sure you are connected with the driver + tour guide by sending the driver’s complete data in the form of name, vehicle plate number and also the driver’s contact number. We do this to avoid people you don’t know claiming to be for you. All our drivers are fluent in English and licensed tour guides.
A sign with your name on it
4. How much time do I have in Bintan and what time should I return to BBT Ferry Terminal?
You have 9 hours during this trip. Starting from the time you arrive at 8.30 am until 5.30 pm. Please note that the last scheduled ferry departure from Bintan Ferry Terminal (BBT) to Singapore’s Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT) is at 6.35 pm but you must arrive at the Ferry Terminal 1 hour earlier to get your boarding pass. Make sure you do not experience any delays as there are no more scheduled ferry departures to Singapore after that time.
We had a great day during day trip in Bintan Island with our driver, Dody
” We had a great day in Bintan with our driver, Dody. He was helpful, polite, professional, dexterous and spoke excellent English. He was flexible throughout the day and suggested places to visit. The car was comfortable and very clean. Would definitely recommend Visit Bintan Island and would use their services again. The website is full of useful and accurate information. Very recomended for traveller that want to make Day Trip in Bintan. Thank you so much Admin, Dody, and the team at Visit Bintan Island!”
Paul Lim
Singapore
5. What are the things I can do during this trip?
Mangrove Tour
Start your journey in Bintan by exploring the dense and lush Bintan mangrove forest. Take a close look at the various types of mangrove trees and also the fauna contained therein. only 5 minutes away from the Bintan Ferry Terminal (BBT) this is the perfect start to your trip.
Bintan mengrove discovery tour
Blue Lake & Desert
A must-visit place when visiting Bintan and now a major attraction for tourists. You can capture your most beautiful moments here with the stunning blue lake in the background.
Bintan Blue Lake & Sand Dunes
Lunch at Local kelong Seafood Restaurant
Enjoy fresh, live seafood. With mouthwatering local flavors and prices that won’t break your wallet.
Fresh seafood
Stop by to shopping & buy kuih lapis / layer cake at Pondok Bintan 11
Take your time to stop by to buy souvenirs, kuih lapis / layer cake, kerupok to bring back to Singapore. This is the largest and most comprehensive souvenir shop in Bintan.
Kuih lapis / Layer cake home made
Visit 500 Luohan Temple
Visit the iconic 500 Louhan Temple in Tanjung Pinang. You can see 500 statues with different facial expressions. The journey to get there is about 1 hour and takes 1 hour to get back. You can skip this trip if you find it too long and waste too much time on the road.
500 Louhan Temple
ATV 10 Km Jungle Track
Travel through the forest with a track length of 10 KM. Covered by insurance makes you feel safe. You will also be guided by a guide in front who also helps to take photos & videos of your ATV tour.
ATV with jungle track
Massage & Spa
Pamper yourself and your body after a long day of activities that might make you tired.
Body massage
6. I'm coming with a big family or company group, is it possible?
Yes it is possible, we will accommodate your large group with Toyota Hiace 15 Seaters minivan and 35 seaters Medium Bus. Enough to fit your group with 1 vehicle. You can rent a vehicle or buy our tour packages for a more affordable price.
Toyota Hiace 15 seaters
7. Is it possible for me to do snorkeling activities during this trip?
Yes, it is possible to do snorkeling activities on this trip, the trip to the snorkeling spot takes about 1 hour from Ferry Terminal. You can do activities until noon, you can also do activities such as kayaking and fun fishing and there is also underwater photo and video documentation during your snorkeling here.
Bintan Snorkeling, Kayaking and Fun Fishing
8. How about the payment system?
For payment systems we accept payments by bank transfer or cash. So prepare your cash, and pay to our driver. Is there any additional charge for canceling an order? No, but you need to confirm the cancellation at least 1 day in advance.
9. Trip to Ferry Terminal and getting back to Singapore
After completing your itenerary. Our driver will take you back to the Ferry Terminal (BBT) keep in mind you need to arrive 1 hour before your scheduled departure to Singapore. Please contact us for your day trip to Bintan from Singapore. We will welcome you with hospitality, provide excellent service and make your trip memorable and extraordinary.
Our happy customer after day Trip in Bintan