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4 Unique Things You Can Do While in Bintan!

Have you ever heard of Bintan Island? Yup, Bintan Island is an island in Tanjung Pinang, Riau Islands, famous for its tourism potential. This vacation, let’s go to Bintan Island, let’s go!

You will not regret making this island a vacation destination for a moment of refreshing because there are so many attractions of spain unique Bintan Island tours that will spoil you. What unique activities can you do while on Bintan Island?

Wait, before the holidays, make sure you are in good health, and always obey the existing health protocols!

1. Ride a Boat with the Sensation of Drifting on the Water of Trikora Beach

Hey, have you ever tried riding a boat or kayaking on the beach but with a different sensation? Yup! Taking a boat on Trikora Beach can give you an experience like floating on water! This is because the seawater on Trikora Beach is clear, so it can give a reflection as if your boat is floating on water.

Trikora Beach, which means Tri Komando Rakyat, turns out to be the beach that was said to be the center of Indonesian territorial defense during the reign of Ir. Sukarno. The beauty of this beach makes the name Trikora Beach known to foreign countries.

Address: trikora, Kawal, Mt. Kijang, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands 29151 (Maps)

2. Religious and Cultural Tour at Vihara Dharma Shanti

Not only as a tourist place to get rid of your boredom, but Bintan can also be a place for religious and cultural tourism. Like this Dharma Shanti Vihara, it makes you feel like you are in Thailand!

The statue in the back area of ​​the monastery has a length of 16.8 meters and a height of 4 meters. Even though it has a different color from the Buddha statues in Thailand and Vietnam, it’s still cool to be the object of your photo.

Address: Tj. Uban Sel., North Bintan, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands 29152 (Maps)

3. Stop by the Bukit Pasir Busung

Another unique tour in Bintan that you can find is a trip to the desert! It is not the Sahara Desert, but Bukit Pasir Busung. Uniquely, the sand dune in this place did not necessarily exist long ago. The dunes here were formed due to the bauxite mining process in this area which is no longer operating and has created sand dunes like sand dunes in the desert. This can be an exciting photo spot for those of you who like to take pictures. After all, it can make you feel like you are going on vacation to the Sahara Desert, right?

Address: Jl. Raya Busung, Busung, Seri Kuala Lobam, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands 29152 (Maps)

4. Swim in the Crystal Lagoon’s Giant Pool

Who doesn’t know this giant swimming pool? In fact, Crystal Lagoon is claimed to be the largest swimming pool in Southeast Asia. This swimming pool that resembles an artificial beach is really cool! The crystal blue water gives a beautiful impression and makes anyone want to jump right in.

Crystal Lagoon is located in the tourist area of ​​Treasure Bay and is also an icon of this tourist spot. With an area that reaches 800 meters, you can try various kinds of really cool water rides, such as Bumper Boat, Sea Scooter, Cable Tub, Slip & Slide, and many more!

You can also relax by the pool while looking at the beautiful scenery at this location. Of course, it will be very memorable to make Crystal Lagoon in Treasure Bay your tourist spot.

Address: Tourism Area, Jl. Raja H. No. KM 01, Sebong Lagoi, Tlk. Sebong, Bintan Regency, Riau Islands 29155 (Maps)

Happy holidays! Don’t forget always to pay attention to the existing health protocols, OK! Before you plan a trip to Bintan, be sure to read more about Bintan and Indonesia by visiting Wonderful Indonesia.

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