What are interesting things to do in Batam? Most people will said that Batam is an industrial city with its many industrial estates build in early 90’s. Batam also known as the city of MICE (Meeting, Incentive, Conference and Exhibition). Many hotel and resorts build in Batam and still growing until now. Looking for another wow getaways in Batam? You should try to snorkeling and diving in Abang Island, Batam.
Amazing Snorkeling and Diving in Abang Island
But, aside of above facts, did you know that Batam has a beautiful underwater world to discover?
As all of us know that, Batam is consist hundreds of islands which most of them are inhabitants and untouched.
Hence, it still holds the natural resources and beauty of the underwater world you deserve to enjoy your getaway in Batam.
The most popular among tourist right now is snorkeling and diving in Abang Island. This is the most popular spot in Batam. There are more snorkeling spot on other island like Petong Island and Labun Island.
Need to know more about recommended snorkeling spots in Batam? You may find it here in this article.
Abang Island has more snorkeling spots to discover aside in its main island in Abang Besar. Those islands are Dedap Island and Coi Island, these islands are still under Abang Island territory. Not to forget the most favorite island, Rano Island which best place for rest and having fun after one day snorkeling and diving in Abang Island.
Abang Island is beautiful beaches with coral reefs and various types of colorful ornamental fish are considered equivalent to Bunaken beach, in the western part of Indonesia.
How to get to Abang Island
Abang Island located in the far south of Batam Island, around 65 km from the center of the town. Currently, there is no public transportation to reach here. The best way to get to Abang Island and enjoy snorkeling and diving in Abang Island is join a tour with trusted trip organizer.
Enjoy Batam now also offer a trip to snorkeling and diving in Abang Island, the package will include everything including land transport, lunch and snorkeling gears. You no need to bring almost anything but your change clothes and other personal things.
Enjoy Batam now open for open or private trip for snorkeling and scuba diving in Abang Island. Below is the package detail and pricing. Please read carefully, you may also contact us by contacting number below this article if there is any other inquiry.
One Day Snorkeling to Abang Island
No | Number of Guest | With land transfer* |
1 | 2 person | IDR 1,020,000 |
2 | 3 person | IDR 800,000 |
3 | 4 person | IDR 760,000 |
4 | 5 person | DR 710,000 |
5 | 6 person | IDR 680,000 |
6 | 7 person | IDR 620,000 |
7 | 8 person | IDR 580,000 |
8 | 9 person | IDR 550,000 |
9 | > 10 person | IDR 500,000 |
10 | Kids (4 to 11 YO) | IDR 350,000 |
11 | Infant (under 3 YO) | Free |
Note:
- Price list shown above is for per person.
- *With land transfer, following below meeting point.
Meeting point:
- Your hotel. Note: hotels around Batam Center and Marina Waterfront are free of charge. Outside those area will be charge IDR 50,000 per person.
- Batam Center Ferry Terminal. Other than Batam Center Ferry Terminal will be charge IDR 50,000 per person.
- Kepri Mall Batam Center. Nearest hotel to Kepri Mall is Eska Hotel.
- Top 100 Batuaji
Included on the packages:
- Land transfer from Batam – PT Pari Jetty, Galang Baru – Batam
- Speed boat
- Snorkeling gears
- Life jacket
- Lunch
- Mineral water, coffee, tea, and fresh coconut
- Certified guide
- Underwater documentation
- First aid
Personal items need to bring (not available in homestay):
- Towel
- Drybag
- Toiletries
- Other personal things
Payment terms:
- Advance payment minimum 30% from total cost is required
- Remaining payment to be paid at the departure
- If guest cancel the trip, advance payment will be forfeited
- Payment can be made by cash on delivery, wired transfer to our bank account or by Paypal.
Payment mode:
- Cash on delivery. We can arrange a short meeting one day before prior departure.
- Wired transfer. Please contact us for bank account details.
- Paypal. Paypal fee may incurred and charge to guest.
There will be minimum 2 snorkeling spots to visit at Dedap Island and Abang Island. If weather permit, we will pass by mangrove forest.
Itinerary: One Day Snorkeling to Abang Island
Time | Activity | Remark | |
07.00 – 07.30 | Gathering and preparation | Meeting point: as per discussion | |
07.30 – 09.00 | Land transfer | Estimate time | |
09.00 – 09.10 | Arrive at the jetty and continue to homestay | For guest who use own transport need to reach jetty within this time | |
09.10 – 09.30 | Greeting, preparation, and short briefing | Life jacket, snorkeling gears | |
09.30 – 10.00 | Depart to the beach | Estimate time | |
10.00 – 10.30 | Arrive at the beach | Short training, and safety briefing | |
10.30 – 12.00 | Snorkeling at first spot | ||
12.00 – 13.00 | Lunch and free time | Dedap Beach | |
13.00 – 13.30 | Depart to 2nd snorkeling spot | ||
13.30 – 15.30 | Snorkeling at 2nd spot | ||
15.30 – 16.00 | Heading back to homestay | ||
16.00 – 16.30 | Preparation to go back to Batam | ||
17.00 – 18.00 | Heading back to Batam and tour is finish |
Other notes:
- If snorkeling equipment is lost or damaged, guest will need to replace the equipment which is lost or damaged.
- Guests must bring change clothes, bath soap, shampoo and other personal things.
- Guests are obliged to follow the rules from the guide for safety purpose.
- Snorkeling spot, beach and mangrove will depend on weather conditions.
- Guests are advised to breakfast in advance.
- Guests are advised to bring a data cable or flash disk to copy all underwater documentation during the trip.
2 Day 1 Night Snorkeling Package
No | Number of Guest | Price per Person | Remark |
1 | 2 people | IDR 1,180,000 | |
2 | 3 – 4 people | IDR 960,000 | |
3 | 5 – 6 people | IDR 740,000 | |
4 | 7 – 8 people | IDR 660,000 | Max capacity: 8 person |
Note:
- Homestay capacity is 4 rooms, max 8 person (2 person per room).
Included on the packages:
- Land transfer from Batam – PT Pari Jetty, Galang Baru – Batam
- Homestay room (original kampong style)
- Speed boat
- Snorkeling gears
- Life jacket
- Dinner and breakfast (BBQ on request)
- Lunch (during snorkeling trip)
- Mineral water, coffee, tea, and fresh coconut
- Certified guide
- Underwater documentation
- First aid
Personal items need to bring (not available in homestay):
- Towel
- Drybag
- Toiletries
- Other personal things
Payment terms:
- Advance payment minimum 30% from total cost is required
- Remaining payment to be paid at the departure
- If guest cancel the trip, advance payment will be forfeited
- Payment can be made by cash on delivery, wired transfer to our bank account or by Paypal.
Payment mode:
- Cash on delivery. We can arrange a short meeting one day before prior departure, if guest already in Batam.
- Wired transfer. Please contact us for bank account details.
- Paypal. Paypal fee may incurred and charge to guest.
There will be minimum 2 snorkeling spots to visit at Dedap Island and Abang Island for the next day snorkeling trip. If weather permit, we will pass by mangrove forest. At the end of the tour, we will visit Rano Beach for rest before going back to our homestay. Please find the itinerary below.
Itinerary: 2D1N Snorkeling to Abang Island
Time | Activity | Remark |
16.00 – 17.00 | Pickup at Batam Center Ferry Terminal | |
17.00 – 18.00 | Land transfer to Nguan Island where homestay is located | |
18.00 – 19.00 | Arrive at the jetty, continue to our homestay and preparation | |
19.00 – 20.00 | Dinner | BBQ by request |
21.00 ~ | Free time | |
07.15 – 07.45 | Wake up, morning coffee or tea | Kayaking is available |
07.45 – 09.00 | Breakfast, free time and preparation for snorkeling | |
09.00 – 09.30 | Greeting and short briefing | Life jacket is mandatory |
09.30 – 10.00 | Goes to first snorkeling sport | |
10.00 – 10.30 | Arrive at the beach, guide will conduct short training, and safety briefing prior to snorkeling | |
10.30 – 12.00 | Snorkeling at first spot | |
12.00 – 13.00 | Lunch and free time at the beach | |
13.00 – 13.30 | Goes to second snorkeling spot | |
13.30 – 14.30 | Snorkeling at second spot | |
14.30 – 15.00 | Goes to Rano Beach | Will go through mangrove forest (depend on weather) |
15.00 – 15.30 | Rano Beach | Rest and coconut is available |
15.30 – 16.00 | Heading back to homestay | Don’t forget to bring towel, and personal things |
16.00 – 17.00 | Preparation to go back to Batam | Bring flashdisk or at least cable data to copy snorkeling photos |
17.00 – 18.30 | Heading back to Batam and tour is finish |
Other notes:
- If snorkeling equipment is lost or damaged, guest will need to replace the equipment which is lost or damaged.
- Guests must bring change clothes, bath soap, shampoo and other personal things.
- Guests are obliged to follow the rules from the guide for safety purpose.
- Snorkeling spot, beach and mangrove will depend on weather conditions.
- Guests are advised to bring a data cable or flash disk to copy all underwater documentation during the trip.
One Day Diving to Abang Island
No | Number of Guest | Without land transfer* | With land transfer** |
1 | 2 people | IDR 2,100,000 | IDR 2,400,000 |
2 | 3 – 4 people | IDR 1,890,000 | IDR 2,090,000 |
3 | 5 – 16 people | IDR 1,690,000 | IDR 1,890,000 |
Note:
Price list above is for per person. Additional oxygen tube: IDR 200.000 per tube
* Without land transfer means you need to reach PT Pari Jetty (click for map) at Galang Baru Island, in case you already have rent a car or want to drive by yourself.
** With land transfer. Meeting point:
- Your hotel. Note: hotels around Batam Center, Nagoya, Marina Waterfront are free of charge. Outside those area will be charge IDR 50,000 per person.
- Batam Center Ferry Terminal. Other than Batam Center Ferry Terminal will be charge IDR 50,000 per person.
- Kepri Mall Batam Center. Nearest hotel to Kepri Mall is Eska Hotel.
- Top 100 Batuaji
Included on the packages:
- Land transfer from Batam – PT Pari Jetty, Galang Baru – Batam (if choose with land transfer)
- Speed boat
- Diving gears
- One oxygen tube
- Lunch
- Mineral water
- Certified guide
- Underwater documentation
- First aid
Personal items need to bring:
- Towel
- Drybag
- Toiletries
- Other personal things
Payment terms:
- Advance payment minimum 30% from total cost is required
- Remaining payment to be paid at the departure
- If guest cancel the trip, advance payment will be forfeited
- Payment can be made by cash on delivery, wired transfer to our bank account or by Paypal.
Payment mode:
- Cash on delivery. We can arrange a short meeting one day before prior departure.
- Wired transfer. Please contact us for bank account details.
- Paypal. Paypal fee may incurred and charge to guest.
Other notes:
- Guest must have valid diving certificate.
- If diving equipment is lost or get damaged, guest will need to replace the equipment which is lost or damaged.
- Guests must bring change clothes, bath soap, shampoo and other personal things.
- Guests are obliged to follow the rules from the guide for safety purpose.
- Guests are advised to breakfast in advance.
- Guests are advised to bring a data cable or flash disk to copy all underwater documentation during the trip.
Contact us
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