Top Bintan Island Natural Attractions in 2026

Mangrove forests are one of earth’s most fascinating ecosystems, and Bintan’s Sebung River hosts macaques, monitor lizards, mangrove snakes, and more. Skip the hassle of arranging transport, tickets, and boat rides independently and relax with this convenient private tour package that includes entry, a private boat and guide, bottled water, and transfers from most Bintan Resort area hotels.

The Bintan Desert, an area of artificial sand dunes, is a favorite Bintan photo stop. See this and more without the self-drive stress on this private guided tour, including transfers direct from Lagoi hotels or the Bandar Bentan Telani ferry terminal. See the dunes, a brilliant blue lake, a Chinese temple, and a fruit store, and enjoy a set seafood lunch at a kelong restaurant built out over the water.

The Bintan Sand Dunes is a former mining site that looks like a desert in the middle of Bintan Island. With a private guide, visit the sandy hills that are adjacent to a turquoise lake for an Instagrammable adventure in Indonesia. Then, head to the town of Tanjung Uban to explore and visit the local temple.

See Bintan and the surrounding Indonesian countryside in comfort in a private, chauffeured vehicle. Explore the city or head out to the coast on a trip where you choose the route and the destination—or let your driver take the lead and discover hidden gems like a local. Use your taxi as an airport transfer, or travel to other parts of the island without having to navigate confusing local buses.