Belitung Island
Indonesia · Belitung · 5 m
Description
Belitung (Pulau Belitung) is a tropical island off the east coast of Sumatra, known for its snow-white beaches, massive granite boulders, and crystal-clear turquoise waters. The island captivates visitors with spectacular coastal landscapes such as Tanjung Tinggi and Tanjung Kelayang, small offshore islands, colorful markets, and the historic lighthouse on Lengkuas Island. Island hopping, swimming, and snorkeling are among the best ways to explore its maritime scenery, while the milky-turquoise Kaolin Lake provides a striking contrast to the tropical coastline. Belitung also gained wider recognition as the setting of “Laskar Pelangi” and, with its relaxed atmosphere and diverse landscapes, is an appealing destination away from Indonesia’s major tourist centers.
Length of stay
Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)
Travel season
Best time to visit: June – August
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Highlights
- Tanjung Tinggi Beach
- Tanjung Kelayang Island Hopping
- Lengkuas Island Lighthouse
- Snorkeling in the northern islands
- Batu Berlayar Island
- Bird Island (Pulau Burung)
- Island-hopping boat tour
- Kaolin Lake
- Tanjung Pendam Beach
- Tanjung Kiras Beach
- Bukit Berahu Beach
- Pulau Kepayang
- Pulau Pasir sandbank
- Laskar Pelangi Museum
- Replica SD Muhammadiyah Gantong
- Open Pit Nam Salu Geosite
- Fresh seafood
- Mie Belitung
- Belitung Mangrove Park
- Burung Mandi Beach
- Vihara Dewi Kwan Im
Getting there
- Airports:
- TJQ
- Seaport:
- Reachable by ship or ferry