Things to Do in Batam for Your Next Weekend Getaway
Just a short boat ride from Singapore, Batam in Indonesia’s Riau archipelago is a popular weekend destination and a good side trip from Singapore and Malaysia. The island is a short 45-minute speed boat ride from Singapore and 1.40hrs from Puteri Harbour, Johor. This small island is frequented by visitors because of its wonderful beaches, elegant resorts, big shopping malls and vibrant nightlife.
To help you plan your itinerary in Batam, below list of 12 top things to do in Batam or multi-day trips you can do from the Batam (like visiting one of the best tropical islands in Asia).
- Visit the Nagoya Hill Shopping Mall or Batam City Square Mall (BCS)
- Visit temples Tua Pek Kong Temple and Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Temples
- Grab a Massage
- Capture sunsets at Barelang Bridge
- Do an early bird souvenirs shopping
- Indulge in sinful seafood
- Relax at Nongsa Beach
- Play a Round of Golf
- Visit Bintan and Galang Islands
- Try Diving and snorkeling
- Exciting outdoor adventures
- Explore the Anambas Islands
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![]() Visit Bintan and Galang Islands
If you have the money the private resorts on Bintan and Galang islands offer you a luxurious getaway without spending money like you would if you stayed at Marina Bay Sands. The Sanchaya, Banyan Tree Bintan and Angsana are just a few of the luxurious resorts that you can put on your Batam ‘to do’ list. |
![]() Try Diving and Snorkeling
The most famous dive spots are around Abang Island, Petong Island, Hantu Island, and Labun Island. Visibility in the water is normally very high, so you can see far, and there is a lot to see. The best time to visit the island for diving is between April to August when the waves are smaller and the current is calmer. |
![]() Exciting Outdoor Adventures
One of the places to visit in Batam for watersports is the Batam Cable Ski Park. The park offers canoeing, jet skiing and snorkeling. From flying fox to jetskiing, windsurfing and parasailing, Batam has your interests covered, whether it is on sea or high up in the air. |
![]() It might take some time to reach as the island is quite far from Batam, but putting this on your things to do in Batam list is a must. Why? Well, the Anambas Islands were named as CNN’s Asia’s Best Tropical Island in 2013. The islands have great dive spots with endangered and protected species of turtles and sandy beaches lined with coconut trees. These islands are definitely a dream come true for any explorer. |