Visitors can get to Bintan cheaply. It takes only 45 minutes to get there from Singapore. Travelers have numerous travel deals. The offers start from $100. You can revel in the ferry ride.
Ferry ride to Bintan:
Bintan can be easily reached by ferry from Singapore. It is based in Indonesia. It will cost you S$50-59 for round trip and $40 for one way, which is distinctive of Indonesian port tax.
Travel offers are the best alternative for people who travel on vacation and organize a cheap trip.
Charges start at $100 for a two-day, one-night stay at a regular hotel and cost $600 for luxury resorts.
Costs will vary from $50 to $100 during the season. The peak time will be in the month of December, January, February, June and September.
Ferry companies:
Indo Falcon and Penguin are the ferry companies that offer wonderful ferry trips.
There are 6 ferries on weekdays and ferry trips will be higher on weekends and holidays. Tanjung Pinang is the arrival point and you can start from the Tanah Merah ferry terminal. Many hotels will arrange pick up from the ferry terminal.
In general, it’s great to book your return tickets at the ferry terminal, as the ferry fills up quickly.
The ferries are equipped with open and air-conditioned cabins. Most tourists want to book an air-conditioned cabin. Open decks allow smoking.
Bintan Airport:
Bintan has a Raja Haji Fisabilillah airport but it is for domestic flights only. It is not for international departures from Singapore.
Best time to go to Bintan:
Bintan has a local tropical climate throughout the year. Temperatures range between 21°C and 32°C. It’s a humid area, so pack light clothing.
End of November-early March is the monsoon period: strong winds, rainy season and unpredictable waves, making it unsuitable for water sports.
End of March-beginning of November: dry season with calm seas and sunny days.
Conclusion:
Traveling by ferry is the only way to visit Bintan from Singapore. I suggest you buy a travel package instead of booking ferry and hotel tickets separately to save money.
Monsoon time is not the best time for you, if you are a sports lover. It is much better to prepare for your trip from the end of March to the beginning of November.