Comments on: Belitung Island Travel Guide & Things To Do (Indonesia)

By: David & Intan

David & Intan — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 17:07:09 +0000

In reply to Komal. Thanks Komal! Yeah, sadly they stopped doing the flights from KL during Covid and haven't started those again yet. I just updated the article. Before Covid, AirAsia was doing 8 flights per week between KL and Belitung. Hopefully they bring that back eventually. For now, the only option is to fly from Jakarta or Bangka, or take the ferry.

By: Komal

Komal — Thu, 18 Apr 2024 16:57:51 +0000

Hello, great article!
I’m not able to find any direct flight from Kuala Lumpur for this. Any idea if this might have changed recently?

By: David & Intan

David & Intan — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 14:21:57 +0000

In reply to Kirsty miller. Hi Kirsty! Would you be flying into Jakarta first? If so, I think I'd choose Belitung since it's a lot easier to reach than the Banyak islands.
The Banyaks have a more private and primitive feel, which is fun, but Belitung also has some very nice beaches and there's more to see and do, while still not being too touristy.
That sounds like a great trip. We loved Bukit Lawang and would love to go back sometime. I'm glad you guys have been able to explore more of Indonesia!

By: Kirsty miller

Kirsty miller — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 13:31:53 +0000

My husband and I have travelled a lot in Indo but I think you’ve beaten us lol
We are planning to go back to Sumatra this summer, but this time with our kids. We always said we would go back to Bukit luwang with kids so it’s time to make true on that!
Then we are deciding between the Banyak islands or Belitung. Which are obviously not close so we would have to choose… If you had to which one would you go for?! Thanks again for all the amazing tips, Indonesia is our favourite country and we have spent over 2 years travelling it’s amazing islands (across 20 years) so share your love of it!

By: David & Intan

David & Intan — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 05:07:42 +0000

In reply to Stanley Huang. Thanks for sharing. Yes, a lot of Chinese Indonesian families live in Belitung. It's a great island. I hope you can visit someday.

By: Stanley Huang

Stanley Huang — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 04:49:31 +0000

Thank you very much for introducing this place. Belitung has special significance for me. My father was born here, and when he was in his twenties, he left Indonesia for China for some reasons. Until his death last year, he never returned to the place where he was born. Therefore, I am curious about Belitung where he lived when he was a child. Perhaps one day I will visit here to fulfill his last wish.

By: David & Intan

David & Intan — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 16:35:12 +0000

In reply to Kay. Hi Kay! Sure, it's pretty easy to find accommodation in Belitung. The prices are normally a bit higher than Bali, but still not too expensive. You can browse Belitung hotels here. Most of the accommodation is in Tanjung Pandan town.

By: Kay

Kay — Sat, 31 Dec 2022 09:18:46 +0000

Hi, I’m wondering if it’s expensive to spend 2 weeks in Belitung. Is it easy to find accomodations there?

By: David & Intan

David & Intan — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 07:33:57 +0000

In reply to laura. Hi Laura, thanks for pointing that out. I just updated the article with new information. For a driver, you can arrange that with Billitone Capture (+62 853-1555-5288). They can do airport pickups or a private driver for a full day of touring. This company has scooter rentals and island hopping boat tours in Belitung too.
Otherwise, your hotel in Belitung should also be able to arrange these things if needed. I hope this helps. If you have any other questions just let me know. Have a great trip to Belitung!

By: laura

laura — Sun, 19 Jun 2022 19:46:53 +0000

Hi , that is a fantastic guide of Belitung , really help us to organize our tour for this summer but unfortunately Kloot is not offering the island hopping, nor driver . could you recomemend us another contacts. Thanks