Bintan Mangrove Tour Along the Sebung River
Imagine drifting along a peaceful river lined with dense mangrove forests, where the sounds of nature replace the noise of everyday life.
This is the Bintan Mangrove Tour, a relaxing boat journey through the Sebung River, one of the island’s most important natural ecosystems.
As your boat cruises through the winding waterways, a local guide shares stories about the mangrove environment and the wildlife that calls it home.
Depending on natural conditions and daily activity in the area, guests may occasionally spot monkeys, kingfishers, and monitor lizards along the riverbanks.
The tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and operates daily from 09:00 to 17:00, with private round-trip transfers from Bintan hotels and Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal included for a convenient experience.
Price & Inclusion
Price
- Adult: IDR 380,000 per person
- Child (3–10 years): IDR 280,000 per person
- Minimum booking: 2 adults
- Solo travellers are charged at the rate of 2 adults
What’s Included
- 60-minute Bintan Mangrove boat cruise along the Sebung River
- Eco-friendly boat with safety equipment (life jackets provided)
- Local boatman and guide during the journey
- Private round-trip transfers from hotels within the Bintan Resort area, including Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal
- Light refreshments at the jetty (subject to availability)
Operating Hours
- The tour operates daily from 09:00 to 17:00.
Important Notes
- Please let us know your preferred pick-up time when making your booking.
- Hotels located outside the Bintan Resort area may be subject to an additional transfer surcharge of approximately IDR 100,000 to IDR 300,000 per transport, depending on the location.
Share your travel date, number of guests, hotel location, and preferred pick-up time with us.
We will check availability and get back to you with the details for your booking.
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Duration
Around 1.5–2 hours, including return transfers and the mangrove boat cruise.
Cruise Duration
Approximately 60 minutes on the river.
Pick-up & Drop-off
Available from your hotel lobby in Bintan or directly from Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal.
Operating Hours
Tours operate daily between 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM.
Tour Type
Shared boat experience with other guests.
Details Itinerary
Pick-up Service
Your driver will meet you at your hotel lobby or Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal at the agreed pickup time before heading to the Sebung River mangrove jetty.
Journey to the Jetty
For guests staying within the Bintan Resorts area, the drive to the jetty typically takes around 15 to 20 minutes. The route passes through a quieter part of northern Bintan before reaching the departure point.
Before the Tour
Upon arrival at the jetty, there will be a brief introduction to the tour and basic safety information. Life jackets are provided and are required to be worn throughout the boat ride.
Mangrove Cruise
The mangrove tour lasts approximately 60 minutes along the Sebung River.
During the cruise, a local guide will share information about the mangrove ecosystem and the wildlife commonly found in the area. Depending on river conditions and wildlife activity on the day, visitors may spot monkeys, kingfishers, monitor lizards, and other animals that live within the mangrove habitat.
As with any nature-based activity, wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed and may vary from day to day.
Return Transfer
At the end of the tour, you will return to the jetty, where your driver will be ready to transfer you back to your hotel, resort, or ferry terminal.
Optional Stop
If time permits and the location is along the route, we can assist with a short stop at a nearby restaurant, or minimart before returning to your destination.
Booking, Payment & Cancellation Policy
At Bintan Travel Guide (BTG), we aim to make the booking process simple, transparent, and secure for all travelers visiting Bintan Island.
How to Book
Booking a Bintan Mangrove Tour with Bintan Travel Guide is easy.
Simply contact us via WhatsApp or email with your preferred tour date, time, pick up location and number of participants. We will check availability and get back to you as soon as possible with the booking confirmation and tour details.
As one of the popular nature experiences in Bintan, advance booking is highly recommended, especially during weekends, public holidays, school holidays, and peak travel periods when availability may be limited.
Payment
To secure your booking, advance payment is required. Depending on the time between your booking date and travel date, a deposit payment may be accepted. Our team will advise the applicable payment terms after reviewing your travel details.
All payments are made directly to the official company account of PT Bintan Travel Guide, a registered Bintan-based travel agency. For convenience and security, we also accept card payments through our approved payment channels.
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation requests received at least 4 days before the tour date are eligible for a refund, subject to applicable administrative and payment processing fees.
- Cancellation requests made within 3 days of the tour date are non-refundable.
- No-shows and unused services are non-refundable.
Weather Policy
As a local Bintan-based travel agency, we closely monitor weather and river conditions to ensure guest safety and the best possible experience.
If weather conditions are not suitable for the tour to operate safely, we will first offer the option to reschedule your tour to another available departure time or date.
If rescheduling is not possible, a refund option will be offered in accordance with our refund policy.
Refund Policy
Where a refund is applicable, administrative charges and payment processing fees may apply.
Refund processing times may vary depending on the payment method used and the policies of the relevant bank, card provider, or payment gateway. Our team will provide an estimated processing timeframe once the refund request has been confirmed.
Why Travellers Book This Tour With Us
As a licensed travel agent based in Bintan, we provide direct support before and during your Bintan Mangrove Tour.
Instead of booking through a marketplace, travellers communicate directly with our local team via WhatsApp or email.
This makes it easier to ask questions, receive up-to-date information, and arrange the tour with confidence.
From booking confirmation to the travel day, our team stays available to assist with coordination, pickup arrangements, and practical support when needed.
For many travellers, having a local contact in Bintan provides added convenience and peace of mind throughout the experience.
If you’re planning your trip to Bintan and considering this experience, you can simply reach out to check availability for your preferred date and pick-up arrangement.
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We are grateful for the feedback shared by travellers who have chosen to book with us during their visit to Bintan.
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Fireflies Tour with BTG - We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to the team at Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) for helping to make our family trip to Bintan a memorable one.
Although... read more we were only able to arrange the Fireflies Tour during this visit due to the busy operational schedule and limited availability of the ATV activity, everyone in our group thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The tour was well-organised, relaxing, and a wonderful opportunity for our family and friends to spend quality time together.
A special thank you to Sigit for coordinating the transportation and payment arrangements. His prompt communication and efficient coordination ensured that everything went smoothly, which played a big part in making the Fireflies Tour a success.
We would also like to thank our drivers, Budi and Galih, for safely transporting us to and from the various locations. Their punctuality, professionalism, and friendly service were greatly appreciated by our entire group.
Last but not least, a big thank you to Joshua and Amon, our guides during the Fireflies Tour. They were knowledgeable, engaging, and ensured that everyone had an enjoyable experience on the boat. Their guidance and hospitality made the evening even more memorable.
We truly appreciate the efforts of the entire BTG team and would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone visiting Bintan. Thank you once again for your excellent service and for helping us create wonderful memories with our family and friends.
Dreamer56952117630
June 8, 2026
Amazing trip - SG to Bintan, 4 days 3 nights. Contacted MR Sigit.
Very smooth & easy experience from telling him out to visit attraction spots.
Everything he promised was spot on... read more & provided. price was reasonable for pax of 3 too. Assigned same driver was so much easier to be comfortable for the entire trip was also a plus point and the driver Abg even went out of the scope to accommodate our request to stop by to buy Sambal & chocolates. We had an exciting afternoon & evening and truly family with kids orientated.
mikeEsther890B
June 8, 2026
So much more than what we expected! - My partner and I did the Bintan Full day tour, and had an amazing time. Sigit was so helpful with setting us up and our driver Budi was so friendly... read more and shared lots of tips with us. His driving was also excellent. The choice of activities is very thoughtful, we went to an eco-friendly mangrove area on boat where the lovely staff told us how they plant trees and help clean the river. Then visited a coffee plantation and honey farm which was very interesting (and the honey is amazing!). We also saw the sand dunes and blue lake, which look exactly like in the pictures - stunning! And finally, the 500 Lohan Temple was a real highlight. Views around the temple, which is on a hill, and the temple itself is breathtaking. We had a bit of time left and went to a beach too. The water was beautiful and warm. We were pampered throughout the trip, with umbrella for rain and sun, water bottles, and delicious banana cakes. Highly recommend, it's so worth it - it made us want to come back to see more of Bintan!
Odyssey66279173245
May 9, 2026 -
Chill resort - Special thanks to Bintan Travel Guide for the excellent care and logistic support. Especially Sigit and Budi. Lovely resort with private beach. Chill vibes.
TTL4
May 6, 2026
Bintan trip with Family. - Sigit, I'm so grateful for your exceptional service! My stay was truly amazing, and I had a good experience. I will recommend you to my friends or anyone planning... read more a trip to Bintan.
Also my guide ‘Bud’ , gem of a person.
Sweet and always smiling.
abhinav j
March 20, 2026
Beautiful Bintan Tour - Sigit from the Bintan Travel Guide organized a two day visit of Bintan Island just as I wanted. She was very nice and helped me arrange my trip the best... read more possible way. We had a organised car and a driver Budi who was very kind an helpful and drowe us first day to see Blue Lake and we also took a Mangrove Tour. On a second day he took us from our hotel and we visited 500 Lohan Temple and than he drove us to ferry terminal. Everything was just as I expected it.
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February 6, 2026
bintan review - went for 3days2night trip and everything was handled perfectly by bintan travel guide. prices are reasonable and they are not only professional but very helpful with my needs and requests.... read more they are also accommodating to our preferences. our driver fahri was very warm and polite, assisting us with pictures and recommendations. overall pleasant experience thank you!
Tour52024268873
January 1, 2026
A well spent half day tours - Did a search on google and found Bintan Travel Guide. They responded fast even at 12 midnight. Good job to Sigit for your assistance on my queries.
Our... read more driver - Fahri did a good job bringing us to our attractions and even follow us to the Blue Lake and help us as a photographer for our family. He even suggests to bring us to the Batik house for my children to learn how to do a Batik painting and also a seafood restaurant.
The half day tours were well spent. Will definitely look for Bintan Travel Guide when I'm back to Bintan again. Thank you so much.
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December 29, 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Private return transfers are included for hotels within the Bintan Resort area. Additional charges may apply for pick-up locations outside this area.
The time spent on the river is usually around 60 minutes. Including hotel transfers, most guests should allow approximately 1.5 to 2 hours for the overall activity.
Yes. Families with children regularly join the experience. Life jackets are provided, and children should be accompanied by an adult throughout the trip.
Just send us a message and we’ll help you with the details.
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