'''Kundur''' is a small island in the Riau Islands province of Indonesia's Sumatra island. It is part of the Karimun group of islands and is located south of Karimun Island.

Although larger that its northern neighbour, Kundur is much less developed and more laid back. '''Tanjung Batu''', the main town, has a busy waterfront and a couple of streets lined with shops.

Once mostly a destination for cheap sex and gambling, a crackdown has put an end to most of it. For those who prefer less risque activities, Kundur is also popular for cycling trips.

Get in

For visa requirements to visit Kundur, please see the main Indonesia page.

Kundur's port of Tanjung Batu is NOT designated as a visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry point. Those requiring visas should get one beforehand. For visa-free nationalities, there does not seem to be a problem entering or leaving Indonesia via Tanjung Batu.

As Kundur does not have an airport, all visitors arrive by ferry. Most connections are with neighbouring islands, e.g. Tanjung Balai on Karimun, and the Sumatra "mainland". Direct ferry services to Singapore have been terminated, so you'll need to detour via Batam or Bintan.

From other Riau Islands

'''To/from Batam via Karimun Island:''' Several companies operate ferries between '''Tanjung Batu''' and '''Sekupang''', the main domestic port on Batam, stopping at '''Tanjung Balai''' on Karimun on enroute.
  • The '''Miko Natalia 3''' (Tel: ''+62-779''-21922 in Tanjung Batu; ''+62-777''-21207/31895 in Tanjung Balai; ''+62-778''-321980 in Sekupang, Batam) links '''Tanjung Batu''' with '''Tanjung Balai''', the main town on Karimun Island several times daily. Between Tanjung Batu and Tanjung Balai, tickets cost Rp. 46,000 one-way before port taxes. Journey time is over one hour, longer if stops are made at islands along the way.
  • The '''Marina Batam''' also operates this route.
  • '''To/from Karimun Island only:'''

  • The '''Ocean Indoma''' operates ferries between Tanjung Batu and Tanjung Balai twice a day.
  • '''To/From Tanjung Pinang, Bintan'''

  • One daily speedboat operated by '''SB Giam Mas''' (Tel: ''+62-779''-431589 in Tanjung Batu) departs daily from '''Tanjung Batu''' at 0745 for '''Tanjung Pinang''', the main town on Bintan. The boat returns to Tanjung Batu on the same day, departing Tanjung Pinang at 1200. The boat has scheduled stops at Galang Island and Moro on Sugibawah Island, while unscheduled stops may be made at various little settlements along the way. Journey time is about two and a half hours each way. The fare from Tanjung Batu to Tanjung Pinang and vice-versa is Rp 130.000 before port taxes. On the other hand, Tanjung Batu to Galang/Rempang costs Rp 95.000, Moro to Galang/Rempang costs Rp 50.000. From Tanjung Pinang to Moro is Rp 95.000, Galang/Rempang is Rp 45.000.
  • From Sumatra

    Boats link Tanjung Batu with various Sumatra mailand ports, such as Tembilahan in Riau province, and Kuala Tungkal in Jambi.

    Get around

    ''Angkuts'' (minivans) link '''Tanjung Batu''' with various towns on Kundur Island such as '''Sawang''', '''Selat Belia''' and '''Prayun'''. Most of these vans leave from the market in Tanjung Batu.

    There are also many ''ojeks'' (motorcycle taxis) waiting at various intersections in Tanjung Batu.

    Tanjung Batu itself is small enough to be covered on foot.

    See

    Tanjung Batu

    One would not describe Tanjung Batu, the main town on Kundur, as pretty or charming, unlike Tanjung Balai on Karimun which somehow has more atmosphere. Nevertheless, the town is very quiet and relaxed, except for the many ''ojek'' (motorcyle taxis) drivers who will constantly yell out to you and ask whether you want a ride (or, if you are a man, a woman!). The main commercial streets are Jalan Merdeka where the market is, and the shop-lined Jalan Jend Sudirman. The waterfront is also interesting with many boats loading and unloading goods. Just relax and enjoy the feeling of being in a timeless tropical port.

    Most buildings here have an additional "bird house" on their roofs, housing thousands of swallows. The owners will harvest "birds nest" - a protein-rich gelatine-like substance formed from the saliva of the swallows - which is in high demand by the Chinese who consume them as a health supplement. See the some bird's nest building at '''[http://www.tanjungfoundation.org/tanjung-batu-kundur.html Tanjung Batu]'''

  • Cetiya Sasana Kitri (______) - at Jalan Usman Harun, unique red calabash in front of the temple differentiate it from others.
  • Vihara Dharma Shanti Kundur (______) - have a stroll and enjoy the breeze in the late evening. Spacious, with tables and chairs. The door is painted with guardian deities, probably one of the great spot in the town.
  • Masjid Raya Nurussalam
  • Sawang

    Urung

  • Vihara Maitri Segara
  • Hop over to Pulau Belat.

    Do

    Fishing, relax and karaoke at Hotel Gembira and Restaurant Gembira. In Tanjung Batu the best Hotel is Hotel Gembira now got facility Amazone Game Visit the wet market in the morning. Hive of actvity, where many fresh items are sold. Can see chicken slaughtered, and plucked clean. Fishes prepared fresh. Also,at the side of Vihara Dharmma Shanti,there has a Warnet called Polaris Computerindo for kids who love to play computer games like DOTA Allstars or Counter Strike.

    Buy

    You can do shopping in Mini Market Gembira at Jl. Jend. Sudirman Komplek Gembira No. 18. Tel: +62-779-22235.

    Eat

  • Ah Kun's Saho Seafood Restaurant (_O_D_C?___u), Jalan Usman Harun No. 16. Tel: ''+62-779''-21289. Recommended by the locals.
  • Ah Kun's brother restaurant is at Jalan Usman Harun No. 21. The ikan bakar (Rp 10.000) and ayam panggang can be sold out as early as 1730 WIB.
  • Restaurant Gembira Seafood, Jalan Usman Harun No. 18H Tel:''+62-779''-21426. There the Seafood Very Fress and the Price also Cheap. There also can Karaoke and Relaxing.
  • At Jalan Jenderal Sudirman (Jalan Besar) in front of Masjid Raya, there is a coffee shop and it sells the most delicious chicken rice in Tanjung Batu. The owner are Sugianto and Bue Hue(Ame).
  • Drink

    For bottled drinking water get the local produced AVIGA spring water from PT. Citra Alam Sumber Wita costs Rp 2.000 for a 1500 ml bottle.

    Heineken beer costs Rp 15.000 at Ah Kun's Saho Seafood Restaurant (_O_D_C?___u) and Rp 17.000 at Hotel Gembira restaurant, respectively. The Restaurant Gembira the Place more Relaxing.

    Sleep

  • Wisma Lipo. alan Pemuda No. 3, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. 62-779-21076. ooms from Rp 65.000. Conveniently located next to the port and shops, it_fs on your left immediately after you leave the port area. The corridors are dark and cavernous, the walls of the rooms need a coat of paint badly and the tables and closets are scarred with cigarettes butt marks. Toilets, although Indonesian style, are clean and have hot water. Rooms are air-conditioned and come with TV.

  • Hotel Pelangi. Jalan Pemuda, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. 62-779-217319, 431311. ttp://avipclub.com/id/pelangi/. udget Rp 80.000, Standard Rp 90.000, Deluxe Rp 120.000. It_fs about 100m away from the ferry terminal. Walk straight ahead after leaving terminal until you reach a square to your left. The hotel is located at far end of square and it has been given a relatively good review.

  • Hotel Mataram. alan Usman Harun No. 7H, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. 62-779-21777. Located on a street facing a row of Chinese restaurants, parallel to Jl. Jend Sudirman. Owned by Hotel Gembira_fs boss.

  • Hotel Gembira. Jalan Usman Harun No. 18H, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. 62-779-21888. Standard Rp 110.000, mid-priced Rp 140.000, VIP Rp 190.000 . Easily the best hotel in town, it is a multi-storey building facing the water to the northeast of the town centre and has a huge restaurant on stilts over the water as well as a karaoke room. Not to be confused with the Hotel Taman Gembira which is located in Sawang, outside Tanjung Batu.

  • Wisma Berlian. ompleks Safari Indah, Jl. Usman Harun, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. +62-779-21666 . konomi Rp 90.000, Suite Rp 110.000 and VIP Rp 130.000. Decent rooms include hot water and TV.Located near the busiest breakfast street in tanjung batu where you can find many kind of breakfast easily.

  • Wisma Hocky. l. Usman Harun, No. 65, Tanjung Batu, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. +62-779-431456 . ooms Rp 60.000 (normally Rp 10.000 discount will be given). Relatively new inn and remains popular since it_fs operation started about one and half years ago. Run by friendly, helpful and informative staffs. The rooms come with strong air conditioning, hot shower and TV. It_fs the best value of its kind.

  • Hotel Taman Gembira. l. Sawang Km 7.5, Pulau Kundur, Karimun 29162, Indonesia. 62-779-21333, 21468, ,21454. http://www.avipclub.com/id/gembira/. halet I Rp 65.000, Chalet II Rp 82.500, Basic room I Rp 130.000, Basic room II Rp 140.000, Basic room III Rp 150.000, Room I Rp 160.000, Room II Rp 240.000, Room III Rp 360.000, Room IV Rp 400.000, Room V Rp 600.000. Located outside of Tanjung Batu, and arguably the biggest hotel in Pulau Kundur. This hotel is a peaceful & exotic retreat for anyone. A perfect hide-away from mundane daily routines too!

    Get out

  • Catch a ferry to '''Tembilahan''' or '''Kuala Tungkal''' in Jambi on the Sumatra mainland.
  • Or if you need a bit more hustle and bustle, head to '''Tanjung Balai''' on Karimun.
  • See Get in section for ferry details.

    Contact

    Telephone numbers

    The country code for Indonesia is 62. The area code for Tanjung Batu is 779.