Snorkeling in Lagoi: Kelong & White Sand Island

Snorkel a kelong house and paddle to White Sand Island in one morning

Snorkeling activity in Lagoi, Bintan that departs from Trikora Beach and centers on a traditional kelong house, where you snorkel in the surrounding waters, kayak to nearby White Sand Island, and try fishing: all with a guide, full equipment, and hotel pickup included. The day runs full-length with no split itinerary, so plan the rest of your afternoon after return.

The experience

The boat leaves Trikora Jetty and takes you out to a working kelong house, a wooden platform structure where local fishermen operate. From there, you enter the water with snorkeling gear (mask, fins, snorkel, life vest), and a guide who stays with your group. The marine life around the kelong is the draw: you move through the water at your own pace and surface when you want, watching what moves below. Between snorkeling sessions, you can kayak from the kelong to White Sand Island, a nearby shallow-water stop, or stay at the platform and try the fun fishing setup they run there.

Transport starts with a pickup from your Bintan Resort area hotel and a drive to Trikora Beach, where the boat ride begins. The guide speaks English or Chinese and carries an underwater camera, so photos and videos of your snorkeling go into a package you take home. Bottled water, coffee, tea and cup noodles are provided throughout the day. Children from age one are welcome, though infants must sit on an adult's lap in the boat.

What’s included

• Round-trip hotel pickup from Bintan Resort area.
• round-trip boat transport from Trikora Jetty to the kelong.
• snorkeling instructor and guide in English or Chinese.
• full snorkeling equipment (mask, fins, snorkel, life vest).
• kayaking access to White Sand Island.
• fun fishing at the kelong.
• bottled mineral water, coffee, tea and cup noodles.
• underwater photos and videos.
• insurance.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 to 80 years) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (1 to 3 years)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and Chinese

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 23 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsNo refund if you cancel.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Bintan Trans Pratama

Is this one for you?A full day means you'll return to your hotel in the late afternoon, so plan other activities for the evening or the next morning. The snorkeling itself is beginner-friendly and the guide stays with you, so no prior experience is needed.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Chinese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (1 to 3 years).

What's the kelong house and why snorkel there?

A kelong is a traditional wooden fishing platform built over shallow water. Snorkeling around it puts you in the habitat where reef fish and marine species gather, and the guide positions the activity there because the water and visibility support it better than open ocean.

Do I need to know how to snorkel before I book?

No. The guide is a snorkeling instructor and all equipment is provided. The activity suits all fitness levels, and the guide will show you how to use the gear and move in the water safely.

What happens if I don't want to snorkel the whole time?

You can kayak to White Sand Island instead, or stay at the kelong and try the fishing activity. The day is built so you can mix snorkeling, kayaking and fishing rather than do only one.

How long is the full day and when do I get back to my hotel?

The activity runs a full day from hotel pickup through return. Plan for the morning and most of the afternoon to be committed. You'll be back at your hotel by late afternoon.

Is the boat ride rough or does seasickness matter?

The boat runs from Trikora Jetty to the kelong, a short crossing in shallow waters around Lagoi. The operator does not flag it as rough, but if you're prone to motion sickness, let your guide know at pickup so they can advise on positioning in the boat.