If you visit Belitung, Bangka Belitung, you are guaranteed to be amazed by the beauty of this island. But how to get there?

According to detik.com Anggi Agistia, in order to go to Belitung, you have to fly from Jakarta to the Bangka Island, which is adjacent to Belitung, via Bangka’s Pangkalpinang Airport. The flight takes only 50 minutes.

Then, your trip from the airport to Belitung will take approximately an hour. If you want to seek an alternative to Bali, which is now overcrowded with tourists, tranquil Belitung is the place.

Do a simple online search of Belitung’s vacation sites and you will agree that these destinations are indeed beautiful. You can go there to make new memories with your loved ones and immortalize these moments by uploading your photos on Instagram!

Here are some of the most exciting and Instagrammable spots in Belitung:

Danau Kaolin (Kaolin Lake)

Thanks to its crystal-clear blue surface, people also refer to it simply as Belitung’s Blue Lake. In her writing, Anggi explains that the lake originated as an abandoned kaolinite mine. Kaolinite is a type of mineral used to manufacture pharmaceuticals, ceramics and toothpaste.

She also says that the site is very quiet and calm. Based on Anggi’s accounts, it probably would be a great idea to come here just to unwind while also bearing witness to how nature heals itself.

Kelapa Kampit open pit site

Another instance of how an abandoned mine can turn into a beautiful lake is the Kelapa Kampit open pit. With a depth of 30-50 meters, the lake’s water turns bluer the deeper you dive into it, according to a story from Kumparan TRAVEL website.

Just imagine sitting on top of the open pit, lying around and chatting while looking at the beautiful lake with its surrounding soil and plants creating a stunning image of bright blues, greens and browns. Thanks to the site’s unique landscape, no matter from which angle you take your photo, any Instagram post from this site is going to look good and unique.

Lighthouse panorama

What is the view like from a tall lighthouse? Find out for yourself by climbing to the apex of a 50-meter lighthouse, built in 1882 by Indonesia’s Dutch colonists on Lengkuas Island. From the top of the lighthouse, you can get an aerial view of Belitung, watching its pristine waters enveloping the island. If you want an experience an outdoor adventure, go to the guards to get permission to camp overnight for nighttime star-spotting, one of visitors’ favorite “lazy” pastime.

Batu Garuda Island

After visiting the lakes, what about searching for giant rocks? Belitung’s Batu Garuda Island showcases granite rock formations that have developed over many years. Stacked together by nature, they create a beautiful picture. Anyway, you can also explore the ocean nearby, whether by snorkeling or just taking a relaxed boat ride.

Besides these popular outdoor destinations, you can also explore these off-the-beaten-track places:

Andrea Hirata Museum

Welcome, bookworms! Organized by Indonesian author Andrea Hirata, whose popular novel The Rainbow Troops has been published in various languages including English (via Vintage Books), this museum showcases some of his book collections along with personal mementos. The museum itself is also designed and decorated in a colorful way, a sure Instagrammable spot for you while reading your favorite books there.

All in all, before you start all your activities, make sure you get your daily boost of caffeine Warung Kopi Anoi.

Amid the plethora of coffee shops in the Manggar town of Belitung, the café is one of the best. Warung Kopi Anoi, in operation since 1982, sells coffee in its many variants: iced milk coffee or pure Indonesian black coffee. Fuel up your body and your brain with the café’s great java offerings in its open-air setting before you roam around Belitung!

If you’re keen on taking a trip to Belitung, which has more attractions than mentioned above, explore this hidden island, you’ll be glad to know that AirAsia now flies direct to Belitung from Kuala Lumpur and Jakarta. And it is also offering cheap tickets!

Furthermore, good news for travelers from Jakarta: AirAsia flights back and forth from the Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Banten to Belitung is available every day at 4:55 p.m., arriving at 7:20 p.m. local time.

So if you’re looking for a budget-friendly holiday with friends and family, make sure to book a trip to Belitung with AirAsia!

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