Do you want to do something out of the ordinary while on holiday? Plan an unforgettable trip to Batam Island – one of the more famous travel destinations in Indonesia.
Batam Island
Batam Island is part of the 2,400 islands that form the Riau Archipelago province. Next to Jakarta and Bali, Batam Island serves as one of the busiest entry points to Indonesia.
Getting there
If you’re staying at a hotel in Johor Bahru City Centre, some accommodation providers such as Berjaya Waterfront Hotel Johor Bahru will be able to provide you with a ferry service to get to the island, which should usually take about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Feast
If you’re a seafood fan, Batam Island is definitely the place for you, as there are plenty of fresh seafood available like crabs, prawns, mussels etc. Stop at a restaurant located near the waterfront and feast on these exquisite cuisines!
Beach
The island is best known for their beautiful beaches. Choose whether you want to bask under the warm sun’s glow or splash around in the refreshing waters.
Things to do
Try out some thrilling watersports like canoeing or snorkelling or play a game of golf when you’re here! The top tourist spots are the Barelang Bridge and Maha Vihara Duta Maitreya Buddhist Temple.
Catalina Forbes is a travel writer who bases her content on many thrilling escapades experienced across the world. Google+
