A Seasonal Escape In The Belitung Archipelago
Celebrating Easter Along the Shores of Tanjung Kelayang Reserve
Belitung, Indonesia – March 2026 – The granite islands of the Belitung Archipelago rise from calm turquoise waters, forming one of Indonesia’s most distinctive coastal landscapes. Towering rock formations shape quiet coves and beaches that have long defined the island’s character. Along the northern coastline, Tanjung Kelayang Reserve spans more than 350 hectares of preserved shoreline and offshore islets within Indonesia’s UNESCO Global Geopark, safeguarding a coastal environment shaped over hundreds of millions of years.
Over the years, Belitung has quietly gained recognition among travellers as the “Seychelles of Asia,” a reference to its granite formations rising from luminous waters and the chain of small islands scattered just offshore. Yet unlike many island destinations that have quickly grown into busy tourism hubs, Belitung has retained a quieter character. Its shores remain open and uncrowded, allowing visitors to experience the archipelago at an unhurried pace before the day naturally unfolds across the surrounding islands.
Discovering the Coast of Belitung
As the Easter season approaches, the archipelago offers a different kind of island escape. Belitung has largely remained a destination discovered gradually rather than reached directly. Its shores feel removed from the pace of nearby urban centres, where the rhythm of the day is guided more by tides and weather than by schedules. Within Tanjung Kelayang Reserve, the island reveals itself through landscapes shaped by sea and stone. Granite outcrops shelter small beaches, while shallow waters shift between aquamarine and deep blue under changing light. Nearby islands invite exploration through island-hopping journeys across calm seas, where days unfold simply, paddleboarding across clear waters, walking along granite-lined shores, or drifting between quiet coves that appear almost untouched.
A Serene Easter Escape
Set along this stretch of coastline, Sheraton Belitung Resort offers a contemporary beachfront retreat framed by palmlined shores and sculptural granite formations. The resort provides a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding islands while remaining closely connected to the calm pace of the archipelago. For the Easter season, the resort introduces the Belitung Island Retreat, a seasonal stay designed around the island’s slower rhythm. Available from 1 April onwards, the experience includes afternoon tea, savings on island activities, and a selection of in-house experiences that encourage guests to explore the surrounding coastline. Stays begin from IDR 1,900,000++ per night with a minimum two-night stay.
A Quieter Coastal Hideaway
Further along a quieter stretch of shoreline within the Reserve, Billiton Ekobeach Retreat presents a more intimate beachfront setting. Facing directly onto the open sea, the retreat offers uninterrupted views across the water and private beach access, creating a setting where the pace of the day is shaped by the movement of the tides. Through its Early Bird offering, available for stays from April to December 2026, guests can enjoy 30 percent savings on stays with no minimum nights. Rates begin from IDR 1,694,000 net per night, including daily breakfast, along with complimentary use of paddleboards and kayaks.
Belitung, Indonesia – March 2026 – The granite islands of the Belitung Archipelago rise from calm turquoise waters, forming one of Indonesia’s most distinctive coastal landscapes. Towering rock formations shape quiet coves and beaches that have long defined the island’s character. Along the northern coastline, Tanjung Kelayang Reserve spans more than 350 hectares of preserved shoreline and offshore islets within Indonesia’s UNESCO Global Geopark, safeguarding a coastal environment shaped over hundreds of millions of years.
Over the years, Belitung has quietly gained recognition among travellers as the “Seychelles of Asia,” a reference to its granite formations rising from luminous waters and the chain of small islands scattered just offshore. Yet unlike many island destinations that have quickly grown into busy tourism hubs, Belitung has retained a quieter character. Its shores remain open and uncrowded, allowing visitors to experience the archipelago at an unhurried pace before the day naturally unfolds across the surrounding islands.
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Discovering the Coast of Belitung
As the Easter season approaches, the archipelago offers a different kind of island escape. Belitung has largely remained a destination discovered gradually rather than reached directly. Its shores feel removed from the pace of nearby urban centres, where the rhythm of the day is guided more by tides and weather than by schedules. Within Tanjung Kelayang Reserve, the island reveals itself through landscapes shaped by sea and stone. Granite outcrops shelter small beaches, while shallow waters shift between aquamarine and deep blue under changing light. Nearby islands invite exploration through island-hopping journeys across calm seas, where days unfold simply, paddleboarding across clear waters, walking along granite-lined shores, or drifting between quiet coves that appear almost untouched.
A Serene Easter Escape
Set along this stretch of coastline, Sheraton Belitung Resort offers a contemporary beachfront retreat framed by palmlined shores and sculptural granite formations. The resort provides a comfortable base for exploring the surrounding islands while remaining closely connected to the calm pace of the archipelago. For the Easter season, the resort introduces the Belitung Island Retreat, a seasonal stay designed around the island’s slower rhythm. Available from 1 April onwards, the experience includes afternoon tea, savings on island activities, and a selection of in-house experiences that encourage guests to explore the surrounding coastline. Stays begin from IDR 1,900,000++ per night with a minimum two-night stay.
A Quieter Coastal Hideaway
Further along a quieter stretch of shoreline within the Reserve, Billiton Ekobeach Retreat presents a more intimate beachfront setting. Facing directly onto the open sea, the retreat offers uninterrupted views across the water and private beach access, creating a setting where the pace of the day is shaped by the movement of the tides. Through its Early Bird offering, available for stays from April to December 2026, guests can enjoy 30 percent savings on stays with no minimum nights. Rates begin from IDR 1,694,000 net per night, including daily breakfast, along with complimentary use of paddleboards and kayaks.
A New Path to Belitung
A new chapter of accessibility is beginning to unfold. With its first direct international connection to Singapore set to commence in May 2026, the Belitung Archipelago will soon welcome travellers arriving directly from one of Asia’s most connected aviation hubs. As travellers arrive directly from Singapore, destinations such as Tanjung Kelayang Reserve are poised to emerge as a new point of discovery for those seeking a quieter island experience in Indonesia, where protected landscapes, scattered islands, and unhurried coastal life continue to define the character of the Belitung Archipelago.
Discover the stories and experiences that bring Tanjung Kelayang Reserve to life by following @TanjungKelayangReserve and @bluemindexperience on Instagram. Stay within reach of the island’s rhythm at Sheraton Belitung Resort or Billiton Ekobeach Retreat.
About Tanjung Kelayang Reserve
Tanjung Kelayang Reserve is a 350-hectare sustainable tourism estate located on the northern coast of Belitung Archipelago, Indonesia. More than half of its land and marine area is designated as protected forests, coral reefs, and granite headlands within the Belitung UNESCO Global Geopark. Established as part of Indonesia’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for tourism, the Reserve serves as a model for regenerative development, integrating conservation, culture, and community participation. Accessible via direct flights from Jakarta and Singapore, the Reserve offers a rare balance of seclusion and connectivity, positioning Belitung as an emerging gateway for mindful island travel beyond Indonesia’s primary entry points. Through partnerships with local stakeholders and responsible operators, Tanjung Kelayang Reserve supports habitat restoration, heritage preservation, and meaningful visitor engagement. Its mission is to nurture a self-sustaining destination where nature, people, and purpose coexist in balance, reaffirming Belitung’s place as one of Indonesia’s most compelling eco-travel frontiers.
A new chapter of accessibility is beginning to unfold. With its first direct international connection to Singapore set to commence in May 2026, the Belitung Archipelago will soon welcome travellers arriving directly from one of Asia’s most connected aviation hubs. As travellers arrive directly from Singapore, destinations such as Tanjung Kelayang Reserve are poised to emerge as a new point of discovery for those seeking a quieter island experience in Indonesia, where protected landscapes, scattered islands, and unhurried coastal life continue to define the character of the Belitung Archipelago.
Discover the stories and experiences that bring Tanjung Kelayang Reserve to life by following @TanjungKelayangReserve and @bluemindexperience on Instagram. Stay within reach of the island’s rhythm at Sheraton Belitung Resort or Billiton Ekobeach Retreat.
About Tanjung Kelayang Reserve
Tanjung Kelayang Reserve is a 350-hectare sustainable tourism estate located on the northern coast of Belitung Archipelago, Indonesia. More than half of its land and marine area is designated as protected forests, coral reefs, and granite headlands within the Belitung UNESCO Global Geopark. Established as part of Indonesia’s Special Economic Zone (SEZ) for tourism, the Reserve serves as a model for regenerative development, integrating conservation, culture, and community participation. Accessible via direct flights from Jakarta and Singapore, the Reserve offers a rare balance of seclusion and connectivity, positioning Belitung as an emerging gateway for mindful island travel beyond Indonesia’s primary entry points. Through partnerships with local stakeholders and responsible operators, Tanjung Kelayang Reserve supports habitat restoration, heritage preservation, and meaningful visitor engagement. Its mission is to nurture a self-sustaining destination where nature, people, and purpose coexist in balance, reaffirming Belitung’s place as one of Indonesia’s most compelling eco-travel frontiers.
