Cempedak is a member of The Long Run.
GETTING HERE.
The overall journey time from Singapore’s Tanah Merah ferry terminal to Cempedak Island is approximately two and a half hours, involving a 1-hour ferry from Singapore to Bintan followed by a 1-hour car journey across Bintan and then a 30-minute speed boat ride to the island.
Our team will help arrange this transfer. The cost is S$100++ per adult for the round trip. This includes both the car journey, the speed boat and use of the VIP lounge at Bintan Ferry terminal. Note additional charges may apply if you travel outside of our designated schedule (details below).
from singapore
Regular high-speed catamaran ferries operate between Singapore and Bintan Resorts (Bandar Bentan Telani). The service takes less than 1 hour and operates at least several times every day. The ferry schedule is not yet back to operating as frequently as it did prior to the pandemic but they do add ferries when there is additional demand. As of 1 June 2025, we meet the following ferry times from Singapore. Additional charges will apply if guests catch non-designated ferries and a slower boat may be used.
Singapore to Bintan:
Monday to Saturday: 8:10am, 11:10am and 5:00pm, Sunday: 8:10am, 11:10am and 2:00pm
Bintan to Singapore:
Monday to Saturday: 2:35pm and 6:35pm, Sunday: 2:35pm, 4:35pm and 6:35pm.
OTHER LOCATIONS
From
Jakarta
There are daily flights from Jakarta to Bintan (Tanjung Pinang airport). From the airport on Bintan, it is a half hour car journey to Kawal and then a half hour boat trip to Cempedak. Please email our team for help with selecting the right flights.
From Malaysia
& Batam
There are also ferry options to Bintan from Malaysia (via Pasir Gudang Ferry Terminal) and from Batam. Please email our team for help with selecting the right route and booking your tickets.
Our
Boats
Our main vessel is a custom built 36ft boat, powered by 3 x 250 hp engines which can comfortably seat 25 passengers and makes the journey to Cempedak in about 30 minutes. All of our boats have been built by local boat builders and specifically designed for the local conditions. The crew are well experienced and all of the boats are equipped with life vests, VHF radio and navigation equipment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Check-in, Check-out times
Check-in is at 1 pm and Check out is at 11 am. You are welcome to arrive on the island earlier and depart later. A change room with shower is available.
Visa
Details
If you require a visa and are staying for six nights or less, this will cost IDR250,000 (about SGD$25). If you are staying for longer than six nights, this visa will cost IDR500,000 (about SGD$50). We recommend paying in cash upon arrival rather than in advance through the e-visa system, as the staff at the VIP arrival lounge assist with the process, eliminating queues. You can pay in IDR or SGD. Singapore Permanent Residents can enjoy a free Visitor Stay Permit for up to three nights (proof of PR must be provided). Find out more about visa requirements in the link below.
All visitors are required to complete the Indonesia Digital Arrival Card within 72 hours of arrival. In your booking confirmation email you will receive details on information you will need for this form.
Tanah Merah
Terminal
The Tanah Merah ferry terminal in Singapore is 10 minutes from Changi International airport or 30 minutes from the city centre by taxi.