Bintan Snorkeling Tour: Kelong Trip from Trikora
Bintan Snorkeling Tour is a trip to a traditional kelong off Trikora, East Bintan, with 2 to 3.5 hours of snorkeling in generally calm, beginner-friendly waters.
Once in the water, clownfish and reef fish are commonly spotted around the coral, with visibility depending on conditions that day.
Pick-up runs between 08:30 to 09:30, depending on pick-up location. Everything needed for the trip is arranged, transfer, boat crossing, guide, and equipment — with support before and during the trip.
The tour starts from IDR 1,700,000 nett for 2 adults.
Price & Inclusions
The rate is per group (not per person), starting at IDR 1,700,000 for 2 adults.
Price
- IDR 1,700,000 nett — 2 adults
- Additional adult: IDR 400,000
- Child below 10 years old: IDR 300,000
- Maximum 5 people per booking; above 5, please contact us first
Tour Includes
- Private return transport and driver
- Pick-up at hotel lobby or ferry terminal, 08:30–09:30
- Return boat transfer to the kelong, with life jackets
- Local guide at the kelong
- Snorkeling equipment
- Kayaking and light fishing at the kelong
- Bottled mineral water
- Tea and coffee available at the kelong, self-service
- Towel provided
- Photos and videos taken during snorkeling with a 360 camera, shared afterward
- Free to set your own pace at the kelong
Note
- Availability confirmed at time of booking
- Price based on a minimum of 2 adults; solo travelers can contact us
- Advance payment secures the date and time slot
- Total time away is approximately 5–7 hours for guests in the Bintan Resort area, including transfers and an optional lunch stop
- Departure time and itinerary may adjust based on weather and sea conditions
- Lunch isn’t included in the price, but guests can stop for lunch after snorkeling, either near the jetty or along the way back to the hotel — the driver helps find the nearest or most convenient restaurant
- For hotels in East Bintan, pick-up runs between 09:00 to 10:00, depending on the hotel’s location
Priced for the Group, Not Per Head
Contact Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) to book this snorkeling tour, already inclusive of everything above.
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Pick-up Service
You're picked up from your hotel lobby or Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal, between 08:30 to 09:30.
Your vehicle and driver details are shared the day before, for easy coordination.
Transfer to East Bintan Jetty
You're driven by private transport to the departure jetty in East Bintan.
The journey takes about 60 minutes from the Bintan Resort area.
Boat Transfer to the Kelong
From the jetty, a short boat ride of about 15 minutes takes you to the traditional kelong. Life jackets are provided throughout.
Snorkeling at the Kelong
You spend around 2 to 3.5 hours at the kelong and the nearby snorkeling area, free to set your own pace — snorkel, relax by the water, or take photos.
A guide accompanies you in the water throughout the snorkeling session, with equipment and basic instruction included, and photos and videos are taken with a 360 camera during the session.
Kayaking or light fishing may also be available around the kelong, depending on conditions.
Return Boat Transfer
After your time at the kelong, you're taken back to the mainland jetty by boat.
Optional Lunch Stop
If you'd like, your driver can stop at a local restaurant on the way back. Meals and drinks are at your own expense.
Return Transfer
You're driven back to your hotel or the ferry terminal to close out the trip.
From the first pick-up to the drop-off, it's all planned. Contact Bintan Travel Guide (BTG) to check availability.
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Booking is confirmed via WhatsApp or email with an advance payment.
How to Book
Contact BTG via WhatsApp or email with the tour date, pick up location and number of guests.
BTG will checks availability and sends the tour details. Booking early is recommended during 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
- 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.
Know the Terms Before You Pay, Not After
Handled directly by a licensed travel agent based in Bintan — terms and payment details confirmed upfront.
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Yes, masks, fins, and life jackets are included, along with kayaking and light fishing at the kelong, there's nothing extra to rent or arrange on site.
The price is set per private trip rather than a per-person open-tour rate, starting at IDR 1,700,000 nett for 2 adults. Additional adults are IDR 400,000 per person, and children under 10 are IDR 300,000 per child, up to a maximum of 5 people per booking.
Yes, pick-up can be arranged directly from the Bandar Bentan Telani Ferry Terminal between 08:30–09:30, in addition to hotel pick-up within the Bintan Resort area. If arriving from Singapore the same day, taking the 08:10 or 09:10 AM ferry allows enough time to arrive and the tour.
Guests spend around 2 to 3.5 hours at the kelong itself. Including transfers, the full trip takes approximately 5 to 7 hours for guests staying within the Bintan Resort area.
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