Group of people canoeing at Bawah Reserve

Riau & Anambas Islands, Indonesia

With regular ferry connections and an hour journey from Singapore Bintan Island is the largest of the islands in the Riau Island province with luxury retreats, world-class golf resorts and lovely beaches. It makes for an ideal addition to a Singapore city stay. Beyond Bintan you’ll discover an archipelago of islands, all part of Indonesia and widely scattered in the South China Sea, private island retreats and castaway Robinson Crusoe-esque islands beckon.

Riau & Anambas Islands highlights

Beaches

Bawah Reserve has a wonderful Robinson Crusoe feel, with forest-covered islands, secluded beaches and clear lagoons giving it a real sense of escape. Choose an overwater bungalow with steps into the sea, a beachfront suite overlooking the lagoon or a garden suite surrounded by greenery. Snorkelling, forest walks and spa treatments bring adventure and indulgence to this remote island retreat.

Best time to visit Riau & Anambas Islands

Warm weather continues year-round, with temperatures generally in the high 20s°C. Bintan usually enjoys calmer conditions from late March to early November, while June to October is generally drier at Bawah Reserve. The northeast monsoon, broadly November to March, can bring heavier rain, stronger winds and rougher seas, although showers are possible throughout the year.

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Where to stay in Riau & Anambas Islands

Bawah Reserve

Barely visible on a map, Bawah Reserve is a true Robinson Crusoe Hideaway, an almost Maldivian style scattering of islands located somewhere in the middle of the South China Sea between Mainland Malaysia and the island...

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