Batam is a city of industry and business. In tourism Batam is known as a shopping paradise for branded goods such as gadgets and fashion. Besides that, Batam is known well as city of MICE (Meeting Incentive, Conference/Convention and Exhibition). So no wonder that Batam as business meeting place in national and international level, it is supported by its geographic location is very close to Singapore.
Because of this position is very vital as business region, Batam also become the destination for tourists. And special interest tours is becoming great demand by tourists. Special interest tour is associated with adventure travel and tours that require special media.
Among the special interest tours in Batam is Golf, Batam has 7 golf courses of international standard. This tour is perfect for travelers of businessmen who are often held business trip in Batam.
Special interest tours such as adventure of the Batam sea by using kayak through Tanjung Piayu Laut past the 1st Barelang Bridge, Setokok Island, Rempang Island and Galang Island. You can enjoy the beauty of sea by kayaking adventure.
Diving is one of the special interest tour that is now being developed by the Batam government is Abang Island. Abang Island has a natural beauty under the sea, coral reefs and the fish are very beautiful. The main attraction in the Abang Island is the blue coral reef.
If you want to use cruise ships to explore the thousands of islands of Batam and Riau Islands, you can enjoy a cruise that departs from Nongsa Point Marina. For cable ski sport lovers you can enjoy it in Marina Waterfront City.
For lovers of fishing the sea of Batam is a paradise for anglers. A wide variety of fish that can be hunted anglers include grouper, red snapper, red sand, shark and mackerel.