Things to do in Belitung

Maldives, Bali, Phuket. Ask any of your friends, and chances are, they’ve been to one of these frequented tourist destinations for an island getaway.

But just 4 hours away from Singapore also lies the secret Indonesian island of Belitung; one to be reckoned with besides the usual suspects for its equally picturesque scenery and nature spots.

From rainbow-coloured rocks to venturing into a bat cave, here are 8 things you can do and discover on your first Belitung trip.

1. Blue Kaolin Lake

Snow-white sand with Icelandic vibes

Image credit: wanderspiel

No, your eyes are not fooling you. This winter-like wonderland exists right in Indonesia. Once a mining site, the Blue Kaolin Lake in Belitung paints a reflection of the sky with its cyan blue waters and white sandy dunes. Think Scandinavian landscapes, but with summer temperatures.

You can even hoodwink your friends and followers by making them think you’re at Iceland’s iconic Blue Lagoon on a vacation.