Bintan All-Inclusive Resort Packages 2025
Bintan All-Inclusive Resort Packages 2025
Yes — Bintan All-Inclusive Resort Packages 2025 are widely available and ideal for short escapes from Singapore. Most packages for Singapore travellers include round-trip ferry + resort stay, transfers and some meals or activities; plan for the All Indonesia e-Arrival card and a passport with at least six months validity before travel.
Bintan All-Inclusive Resort Packages 2025 — Quick overview
Bintan all-inclusive resort packages in 2025 typically bundle these items for Singapore guests:
- Round-trip fast ferry (Tanah Merah & HarbourFront options)
- Hotel or villa stay (room types vary)
- Transfers between ferry terminal and resort
- Meals (breakfast included; some packages add lunch/dinner or an all-meals plan)
- Resort activities (kids club, non-motorised water sports, guided tours) on some packages
How long is the ferry and how to read the schedule
Ferries from Singapore (Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal) to Bandar Bentan Telani (Bintan Resorts) run multiple times daily. Timetables are shown in local times: departures are listed in Singapore Time and arrivals in Bintan local time (Bintan is GMT+7, one hour behind Singapore).
- Typical scheduled crossings take about 1 hour 15–90 minutes when you convert the time-zone-labelled times — allow 90 minutes door-to-door including immigration.
- Peak weekends and holidays have extra sailings; book early for popular time slots.
Top Bintan all-inclusive resort package picks (links to book)
These packages are popular choices for Singapore travellers and are sold with ferry included:
- Bintan | Nirwana Resort Hotel + Ferry
- Bintan | Mayang Sari Beach Resort + Ferry
- Bintan | Banyu Biru Villa + Ferry
- Bintan | Cassia Resort + Ferry
- Bintan | Club Med Bintan Island + Ferry
What does "all-inclusive" mean for Bintan packages?
- Basic package (most common): Ferry + room + breakfast + land transfer.
- Half-board / Full-board: Adds lunch and/or dinner at resort restaurants.
- True all-inclusive: Meals (all-day), selected drinks, many on-site activities, sometimes kid programs and non-motorised watersports. Confirm what’s included before booking.
Sample budgets (estimated, per person from Singapore, 2025)
- Budget 2D1N (room + ferry + breakfast): S$120–S$200 per person
- Mid-range 2D1N all-inclusive-ish (more meals, transfers, simple activities): S$200–S$350 per person
- Luxury villa/resort 2D1N (private pool villas, premium meals, transfers): S$400+ per person
Costs vary with resort, room type, school holidays and whether weekend dates are used. Always check package inclusions, peak date supplements and cancellation terms.
Step-by-step: How to book a Bintan all-inclusive package from Singapore
- Choose dates and preferred resort (use the package links above to compare).
- Book ferry + hotel package together to save time and lock in coordinated transfers.
- Complete Indonesia’s All Indonesia e-Arrival Card within 72 hours before arrival (mandatory at all Indonesian ports from Oct 1, 2025).
- Check visa rules for your passport (Singapore passport holders: visa-free for tourism up to 30 days; non-Singapore passport holders should confirm with Indonesian immigration).
- Arrive at Tanah Merah or HarbourFront ferry terminal at least 45–60 minutes before departure for check-in and immigration procedures.
- Keep printed or mobile copies of your ferry tickets, hotel voucher and e-Arrival QR code to show at immigration.
Practical travel tips (short & easy)
- Passport: Minimum 6 months validity recommended.
- e-Arrival Card: Fill out online at allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or via the All Indonesia app within 72 hours before arrival.
- Visa: Singapore passport holders get visa-free entry up to 30 days (not extendable). If you need longer, get a VOA or e-visa before travel.
- Currency: Bring some Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) for small purchases; cards accepted at major resorts.
- Ferry terminal: Tanah Merah is convenient from East/South Singapore; HarbourFront is the other common departure point for Batam/Bintan routes—confirm departure terminal on your ticket.
- Transfers: Most all-inclusive packages include hotel pick-up from the Bintan ferry terminal—confirm pick-up time and how to contact your driver.
- Insurance: Purchase travel insurance that covers medical & evacuation—recommended for water activities.
Weekend sample itineraries
2D1N Couples escape (fast, relaxing)
- Day 1: Morning ferry to Bintan → Check-in & lunch at resort → Afternoon spa or beach time → Sunset cocktails → Romantic dinner (included in some packages)
- Day 2: Sunrise walk → Breakfast → Short activity (snorkel or mangrove tour) → Ferry back to Singapore in late afternoon
- Estimated cost: S$220–S$450 per person (depends on resort level & meal plan)
3D2N Family getaway
- Day 1: Afternoon arrival → Pool/kids club → Buffet dinner
- Day 2: Full day resort activities (water sports, family beach games) or book an excursion (mangrove tour / ecological farm)
- Day 3: Morning free time → Check-out → Ferry back
- Estimated cost: S$180–S$400 per person (kids often discounted or free on certain packages)
Recommended add-on tours & experiences
- Lagoi Bay snorkeling trips
- Mangrove or firefly evening boat tours
- Local cultural tours — Tanjung Pinang city or sea-gypsies trail
- Adventure: Gunung Bintan trek or ATV sand dunes
Explore package-based excursions such as the Lagoi Bay Snorkeling Trip or the Mangrove / Firefly Tour to add one-day activities without organising separately.
All-Inclusive vs Free & Easy — quick comparison
| Feature | All-Inclusive Package | Free & Easy |
|---|---|---|
| Cost predictability | High (meals & many activities included) | Lower predictability (pay as you go) |
| Convenience | High (ferry + transfers + meals bundled) | Moderate (you arrange transfers/food) |
| Flexibility | Lower (set schedule & included items) | Higher (choose restaurants & tours) |
What changed in 2025 that travellers must know?
- Indonesia launched an All Indonesia e-Arrival Card rollout in 2025 — travellers must complete the digital arrival card within 72 hours before arrival at ports now covered by the system.
- Ferry operators may show schedules in mixed time zones; always check whether times are in Singapore Time or Bintan local time.
Useful internal guides & further reading
- How to Travel from Singapore to Bintan (Ferry, Visa, Cost)
- Top 5 Bintan Resort in May 2025
- Bintan Packages for Families: All-Inclusive Deals
- Interested in Batam options too? Check this popular stay: Batam | Montigo Resort + Ferry
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Do I need a visa to visit Bintan from Singapore?
A: If you hold a Singapore passport, you are visa-exempt for tourism for up to 30 days (not extendable). Non-Singapore passports should check with the Indonesian Directorate General of Immigration or your embassy for exact requirements.
Q: What is the All Indonesia e-Arrival Card?
A: It’s a mandatory digital arrival declaration (immigration, customs, health combined) that travellers fill out online within 72 hours before entering Indonesia at ports where it is implemented. Have the QR code ready at immigration.
Q: Which ferry terminal should I use?
A: Many Bintan packages use Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (East Singapore) for direct transfers to Bandar Bentan Telani. Check your booking carefully — some operators also use HarbourFront or other terminals for different routes.
Q: How early should I arrive at the ferry terminal?
A: Arrive at least 45–60 minutes before departure to complete check-in and immigration. During peak holiday periods allow extra time.
Q: Are kids’ discounts available?
A: Many family-friendly packages include kids’ rate promotions or even ‘kids stay free’ deals during certain promotions. Check the package details before booking.
Final tips before you go
- Confirm pick-up times between ferry & resort — resorts coordinate pick-up but delays happen.
- Bring a light waterproof jacket for sudden tropical showers and reef shoes for shallow snorkelling.
- Download the All Indonesia app or have the e-Arrival QR code saved offline in case mobile reception is limited at the terminal.
- Check package T&Cs for refund, amendment and blackout dates (school holidays and Indonesian public holidays often carry surcharges).
Ready to compare packages and pick dates? For quick inspiration, check these Bintan packages above and related guides. For live availability and personalised quotes, our booking team can help.
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