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Bintan Resort will be hosting another international sports event, on the 7’th and 8’th of September 2019. The International Bintan Marathon will be held at the Lagoi Bintan Bay, inviting people to “Run and Discover”.
The refreshingly scenic and pristine beaches of Bintan will be the setting for this world-class sporting event.
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Bintan continues to be a long favorite location for sports enthusiasts, as world-class sporting events such as Tour de Bintan, Bintan Triathlon and Ironman Bintan have been held here before. Additionally, Bintan is easily accessible from its neighboring countries, Singapore and Malaysia through a 1-hour ferry.
The newest edition of sporting events at the Bintan Lagoi bay is the International Bintan Marathon.
The annual marathon event is a collaboration between two neighboring countries, Indonesia and Singapore, featuring some of the region’s top long-distance runners, racing along the breathtaking peeks through the golden horizon at sunrise. The inaugural event was also held last year and over a thousand runners from 33 countries took part. Registration for this years Bintan Marathon event started from 1’st March 2019. Race categories are divided into three categories: 42. 195 KM (Full Marathon), 21 KM (Half Marathon), and 3 KM (Family Run).
The newest category, which is the family-run will be held the day before the official International Bintan Marathon, on the 7’th of September from 4pm-6pm. The Family Run is a ‘fun run’ for kids aged between 4 -12 years and their parents/guardians. The race is designed to encourage families to race together to overcome obstacles, by helping each other. Therefore, automatically building family spirit along with the race.
The Full Marathon and Half Marathon will be held on the second day, the 8th of September. The Full Marathon will also serve an elite category - a race for the championship of Indonesian Marathons and other elite runners. Participants must have record running timing up to 3:15:00 for males and 3:30:00 for females within the last 2 years. Running on Bintan Island will provide a unique experience for local and international participants with its clean environment, good accessibility, multi-cultural community, and most importantly, a safe and pleasant race destination.
The running routes for the three categories can be accessed via the official website of the International Bintan Marathon http://www.bintanmarathon.com
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International participants will also have an excellent opportunity to experience the exciting things this tropical island has to offer after the race. The beauty of the pristine Lagoi Beach which stretches around 3.5 km, is bedazzling. A variety of water sports are available to enjoy - such as snorkeling, kayaking, and jet-skiing. Have some fun in the sand while playing Beach Volleyball or awaken your childhood memories by building sandcastles with loved ones.
Craving for some adventure? Head out to Safari Lagoi and Eco Farm. Here you could come face-to-face with Komodo dragons, orangutans, elephants, sun bears, and even a 6-meter crocodile! These endangered animals are protected at the safari. The 2-hour guided tour will give you an insight regarding the eco-cycle - by experiencing first hand how to plant and harvest (subject to seasonality) at the Eco-farm. Guests can also enjoy farm grown fresh fruits at the end of the tour.
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From the breathtaking untouched scenic beauty, diverse wildlife, pristine beaches, world-class golf range, refreshing water sports, rejuvenating spa, unique cultural/heritage sites and the delightful cuisines, there are limitless ways to enjoy Bintan pleasant attractions.
For further information about local attractions and pleasantries go to https://www.bintan-resorts.com/
Flights
Domestic flights to Raja Haji Fisabilillah Airport in Kijang, Bintan Island are available from Jakarta, Pekanbaru or Matak. It takes approximately a 1.5-hour car ride from the Raja Fisabilillah Airport to the Bintan Resort. For further flight information, visit: http://rajahajifisabilillah-airport.co.id/en/home
Ferries
There is a regular high-speed catamaran ferry ride which only takes 60 minutes, operated by Bintan Resorts Ferries (BRF) that plies between Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal (TMFT), Singapore and Bandar Bentan Telani (BBT) Ferry Terminal, Bintan Resorts. For most updated ferry schedules, visit: www.brf.com.sg
In recent years, Bintan has added several new attractions and accommodations for the holiday goers to enjoy. There are a variety of transport options to choose from to get around Bintan. There are shuttle buses, taxi services, private car rentals, and island tours operators available to make your way around and beyond Bintan Resorts. For more detailed information visit: https://www.bintan-resorts.com/plan/getting-around-bintan
So what are you waiting for, sign up and experience a RunCation like never before, Bintan Lagoi Bay welcomes you this September!
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