Things to Do at Blue Lake Bintan & Sand Dunes
Blue Lake Bintan and the Sand Dunes offer several activities, including photography, boat rides, dune walks, ATV rides, and eagle photo sessions.
Most activities are operated by local vendors on-site, with prices generally paid in cash (IDR). Availability and prices may vary.
Guests book a Sand Dunes & Blue Lake Private Tour with BTG can ask their driver-guide for assistance with on-site activities.
Photography at Blue Lake Bintan
The elevated viewpoint overlooking Blue Lake is a popular spot for photos. Local photographers are available for hire and can help guests find suitable photo locations around the lake and sand dunes.
Photos are typically shared on the same day.
Sunday mornings around 10:00 can be busy, especially during peak season.
Arriving earlier may help you avoid longer queues.
Enjoy both attractions with private transport and a driver-guide.
Slow Boat Ride Around Blue Lake
Local vendors offer slow boat rides around Blue Lake, providing another way to enjoy the lake and take photos.
Typical price: IDR 50,000–150,000 per person.
Payment is generally cash in Indonesian Rupiah.
Rides may be busier on weekends and public holidays.
Confirm the price and ride details with the vendor before paying.
Explore the lake and sand dunes on a visit arranged around your group.
Explore the Sand Dunes
The Sand Dunes are located beside Blue Lake, making it easy to visit both attractions on the same trip.
For a more comfortable visit:
Wear comfortable flat shoes or sandals suitable for walking on sand.
Avoid high heels or wedges, which can sink into the sand.
Visit earlier in the morning or later in the afternoon to avoid the strongest midday sun.
For photography, the light is often softer before 11:30 or after 14:30.
Sand temperatures can rise quickly under direct sunlight, so take care when walking barefoot.
Explore Blue Lake and the Sand Dunes with transport arranged for your group.
ATV Ride at the Sand Dunes
Local operators offer ATV rides around the sand dune area. Rides are generally available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Typical price: IDR 350,000–450,000 per ATV.
Ride duration: approximately 30–40 minutes.
Payment is generally cash in Indonesian Rupiah.
Confirm the price, safety requirements, riding conditions, and whether insurance is included before starting. Beginners should ask the operator about a suitable ride and follow all safety instructions.
For a guided ATV experience on a designated route, BTG also offers an ATV Adventure, Sand Dunes & Blue Lake Tour.
The ATV ride takes place in the Coffee Plantation area before visiting the lake and dunes.
Eagle Photo Session
Visitors can take photos with trained eagles handled by local operators around Blue Lake and the Sand Dunes.
Typical price: around IDR 50,000 per person.
Payment is generally cash in Indonesian Rupiah.
The photo background may be either the lake or the sand dunes, depending on the handler’s location.
For children, ask the handler whether a smaller eagle is available and follow their instructions when posing for photos.
Prices and availability may vary, so confirm the fee directly with the handler.
Visit the lake and sand dunes with a driver-guide available to assist during your tour.
Getting Help On-Site
Guests on a private tour with Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) have a driver-guide accompanying them throughout the visit. You can ask for assistance when arranging activities with local vendors.
Activities such as boat rides, ATV rides, photography, and eagle photo sessions are generally paid separately to the vendors unless specifically confirmed otherwise.
Contact Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) to check availability, group pricing, and tour arrangements.