Bintan Fireflies Tour: Watch Fireflies Glow on the River
Bintan Fireflies Tour is a 45-minute evening boat cruise along the Sebung River, with the chance to spot fireflies glowing among the mangrove trees as darkness falls.
A local guide and boatman stay with guests throughout, departing from a dedicated jetty between 6:30–8:00 PM
Price & Inclusions
The rate is per person, starting at IDR 380,000 for adult
Price
- Adult: IDR 380,000 per person
- Child (3–10 years): IDR 280,000 per child
- Solo traveller: charged as 2 adults
What’s Included
- 45-minute river cruise through the Sebung River mangroves
- Low-emission boat with life jackets for every guest
- Local guide and boatman throughout the cruise
- Private return hotel transfer within Bintan Resort area, included in the price
- Light refreshments at the jetty, subject to availability
- Restaurant, convenience store, or supermarket stop arranged on request
Good to Know
- Pick-up or drop-off outside Bintan Resort area: IDR 100,000–300,000 per transport, confirmed upfront by hotel location
- Advance payment secures the booking date and time slot
- Subject to availability
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Pick-up Service
You're picked up from your hotel lobby by private transport. The boat departs from the jetty between 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Hotel pick-up time is confirmed at booking, based on your preferred tour time.
Transfer to the Jetty
The ride to the jetty takes around 15–20 minutes from hotels in the Bintan Resort area, or about 60 minutes from hotels in East Bintan.
Before the Tour
At the jetty, you meet your local guide and get a short briefing before boarding. Life jackets are provided for everyone.
Fireflies Experience
The boat heads out along the Sebung River through the mangrove forest. As it gets darker, you'll have the chance to spot fireflies glowing among the trees.
Refreshments
Back at the jetty after the cruise, light refreshments such as soft drinks, young coconut, or ice cream are offered, subject to availability.
Return Transfer
After that, a driver is waiting to take you straight back to your hotel.
Additional Stops (optional)
A dinner stop before or after the tour, at the nearest restaurant along the route, can also be arranged — just let us know your preference when booking so it's set up in advance.
How to Book
Contact Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) via WhatsApp or email with the tour date, pick-up location, and number of guests.
BTG checks availability and sends the price and tour details. Booking early is recommended on weekends and holidays.
Payment
Advance payment is required to confirm a booking
A deposit may be accepted, depending on the date
Payment goes to Bintan Travel Guide’s official account
Cancellation, Weather & Refund Policy
Cancellation
Cancel at least 4 days before the tour date: refund minus admin and processing fees
Cancel within 3 days, no-show, or unused service: no refund
Weather
Weather affects safety and comfort during the tour. If weather is not suitable, the tour is rescheduled first; if rescheduling isn’t possible, a refund is offered.
Refund Policy
Refunds may include admin and processing fees. Processing time depends on the payment method and provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
IDR 380,000 per adult and IDR 280,000 per child (ages 3–10); a solo traveler is charged as two adults.
Yes, private return hotel transfer is included for hotels within the Bintan Resort area. For hotels outside that area, transport is confirmed upfront at an additional IDR 100,000–300,000 per transport, depending on distance.
No — the base package doesn't include dinner. A dinner stop at a nearby restaurant before or after the tour can be arranged on request, as long as it's mentioned at the time of booking.
Yes — BTG offers a combined Mangrove & Fireflies Tour that covers both in one trip. See that page for the full itinerary and price.
Yes — Fireflies Tour can also be combined with Sand Dunes and Blue Lake in one trip, via the Blue Lake + Sand Dunes + Fireflies Tour package.
Yes, advance booking is recommended, especially during weekends and holidays when slots fill up faster.
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Contact BTG via WhatsApp or email with your preferred date to confirm availability.
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