Not only famous among local tourists, but Batam is also visited by many foreign tourists, such as from Singapore. Batam is the closest tourist destination and ideal for a short break from the bustling Singapore. So, do you know how to go to Batam from Singapore ?
Singaporeans can use the ferry at Tanah Merah Port, Singapore, to go to Batam Center Harbor with a ticket price of around 378,000 IDR / person. The departure schedule is at 10.30, 12.30, 14.30, 16.00, and 18.00 Singapore time.
List of Tourist Attractions in Batam
If you have friends or acquaintances from Singapore who wants to spend the weekend in Batam and ask about the list of the best tourist attractions to visit, here is the list:
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Ranoh Island
Ranoh is one of the most popular islands for tourists who want to relax their minds. This island, which belongs to the cluster of Abang Island, has beach views with clear water, calm waves, and warm white sand. While the underwater scenery, there are many colourful ornamental fish and various forms of coral reefs.
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Tanjung Pinggir Beach
This beach is the closest to Singapore, and even tall buildings in the other country can be seen from the beach. The beach sand is white, and the sea water is turquoise blue.
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Marina Beach
If you want a luxury vacation in Batam, you can go to Marina Water Front City, a luxury resort complex with a private beach called Marina. The waves are calm, with a long coastline that has brown sand.
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Sea Forest Adventure
Sea Forest Adventure is located in Nongsa, precisely in Nuvasa Bay. This place is built on an area of 10 hectares with the concept of adventure, nature, and survival science. The four main facilities are camping grounds, sea adventure, land adventure, and gathering area.
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Barelang Bridge
One of the most famous icons in Batam is the Barelang Bridge which connects three islands, namely Rempang, Batam, and Galang. B.J Habibie initiated this bridge, and its shape is said to be similar to the Golden Gate in San Francisco.
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Angel Lake
If you want to enjoy the natural beauty in Batam fully, you can go to Telaga Bidadari, located in a forest called Pancur. This lake has a natural waterfall with a height of about 2 meters. The water is evident with the discharge not so heavy, so it is safe for tourists.
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Kampung Vietnam (Vietnamese Village)
Another destination that is a pity to miss while in Batam is Kampung Vietnam which was once a refuge for around 250,000 Vietnamese citizens. This historic place still has several old buildings, such as churches, hospitals, temples, and even a police station.
So, can Singaporean travel to Batam now ? The answer is yes, with the ferry that operates every day mentioned earlier. As for tourist destinations, you can choose one or more of the seven lists above.