Batam Tourist Attractions

The area around Batam Airport in Indonesia is seeing a surge in visitors because of the airport's proximity to some of Indonesia's most stunning and well-known tourist spots.

Beautiful beaches, a thriving culture, and a wide variety of attractions, including shopping at outdoor markets, touring centuries-old temples, and simply relaxing on white sand beaches, attract visitors from all over the world to this region of Indonesia.

The airport in Batam also offers connections to Singapore, so vacationers can easily visit both countries. There is a wide variety of things to do near your hotel in Batam, contributing to the island's rapid development as a tourist destination.

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Bintan Island: 1-Day Treasure Bay Bintan Resort Entry Ticket

This 338-hectare waterfront resort in Bintan combines health, entertainment, and local culture. The 6.3-hectare Crystal Lagoon in Treasure Bay Bintan is Southeast Asia's first artificial seawater lagoon.

With a wide variety of sports and leisure pursuits open from morning to night, everyone in the family can find something to do. Those interested in the outdoors can go for a spin on an ATV on the dirt trail or paddle a kayak or pontoon boat through the mangroves.

Swimmers, paddleboarders, and jet ski enthusiasts will find the Crystal Lagoon paradise. The seawater in the lagoon has been filtered to make it gentle on the skin and ideal for swimming at any time of the year.

Lagoi on Bintan Island, Indonesia, is where you'll find Treasure Bay Bintan. As a result of its central location, it is easily accessible by ferry and plane for tourists from all over the region.

Ferries from Singapore and Malaysia bring most of Bintan's international visitors (Johor Bahru). The ferry rides are quick and relaxing daily, thanks to the spacious cabins and various amenities.

It takes about an hour to get to Singapore's Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal. Still, only five minutes by land transfer to get to Bandar Bintan's Telani Terminal.

East Bali: Snorkeling, Canyoning, and Waterfall Day Trip

Take a day trip in comfort and style in an air-conditioned car to enjoy the beautiful scenery and beaches.

Explore the Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon, take a dip in the calm waters of the Tegenungan Waterfall, and snorkel among the schools of fish in the Blue Lagoon.

After being picked up, you'll travel to Tanjung Jepun and Blue Lagoon for guided snorkeling tours. Fly over a reef and watch for reef sharks, sea turtles, lionfish, and squid.

Enjoy a quick detour to the Tegenungan Waterfall on the way to or from Ubud. Visit the waterfall up close, swim in the pool below it, and escape the tropical heat before continuing to Sukawati's secret canyon.

It would be best to travel to the Beji Guwang Hidden Canyon, where the river has carved towering cliffs for thousands of years. The best way to enter the river is after a long hike along its banks. On the way back to your hotel, you can relax after a long day of sightseeing.

From Medan: Mount Leuser National Park Full-Day Trip

Explore the Orangutan habitat of Mount Leuser National Park. Take advantage of the provided transportation from Medan, spend some time at the Orangutan Care Center, and then venture out into the jungle on your own.

To get to Mount Leuser National Park in Sumatra, you'll be picked up from your hotel at 9:00 AM and driven up the island's main highway. Experience the charm of Binjai, a nearby village. Keep going until you reach Bukit Lawang, surrounded by vast rubber and oil palm plantations.

When you get there, grab some food at the Orangutan Care Center and then head into the jungle of Mount Leuser National Park. Hike a path covered by lush vegetation and enjoy sweeping vistas of the surrounding area.

After completing your return hike with the orangutans at the Orangutan Care Center, you can return to Medan in the vehicle. You can unwind knowing you'll be back at your hotel by 9:00 PM.

Medan: Berastagi Town Amid the Mountains Private Tour

At 9:00 AM, a driver will pick you up from your hotel. You can sit back and take in the sights of Bukit Barisan. At 9:45 in the morning, head to the bustling Mary Annai Velangkanni market, where you can get authentic Sumatran cuisine.

At 12:15, stop by Lau Debuk Debuk for a soak in the hot sulfur spring before making your way to Shwedagon Pagoda (the "Golden Pagoda") at 1:00.

Visit Karones village in the afternoon at 1:30 to learn about the traditional culture of the Karo Batak people. By 2:00 PM, you'll have made it to Gundang Hill, where you can take in breathtaking panoramas of Mt. Sibayak and Mt. Sinabung.

At 4 o'clock, you'll need to head back to your Medan hotel.

Medan: Medan City Sightseeing Guided Group Tour

Pickup from your hotel is at 9:00 AM, and you'll be taken to the Al-Mashun Great Mosque in time for a 9:15 AM tour. At 9:35 in the morning, journey to the picturesque Sultan's Palace.

At 9:55, visit the Tip Top Café, a popular spot among colonial elites. At 10:05, you'll visit the bustling market of Pajak Ikan Lama. At 10:15, you'll visit the colonial town square, bank, Inna Dharma Deli Hotel, and post office.

You should leave for Kampung Keling, the heart of the Indian community in Medan, at exactly 10:55 AM. At 11:05, you can visit one of the largest Chinese temples in Medan, Sri Mariamman Temple, and Vihara Gunung Timur.

At 11:35 AM, get on the road to Maria Annai Velangkanni Church. Before returning to the hotel at 12:45, look around this beautiful church and admire its architecture, unusual decorations, and vibrant artwork.