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Sekupang
Use Sekupang as a ferry hub for day trips to Sumatra or nearby Batam districts; no need to stay overnight unless you want the KTM Resort.
Sekupang is the main domestic ferry terminal on Batam's north‑west coast, linking to Sumatra, the Riau Islands and Singapore. The area has few hotels, so most visitors spend a few hours catching ferries or playing a round of golf, then return to Batam centre or stay at the KTM Resort.
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More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Dec–Feb (rainy season)
- Airport
- BPN
- Nights
- 0–1
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 6Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore…
- Southeast Asia ↗Drug trafficking can carry the death penalty in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, Brunei and Myanmar; never carry a bag or parcel for anyone.
- Southeast Asia ↗Carry a passport valid for at least six months from entry with two blank pages; airlines refuse boarding on less.
- Indonesia ↗Buy the visa on arrival or e-visa only on the official Immigration portal; lookalike sites charge extra.
- Indonesia ↗Complete the All Indonesia digital arrival and customs form before landing; it is free.
- Indonesia ↗Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off tourist levy; keep the payment proof on your phone.
- Indonesia ↗Riding a motorbike needs a valid licence that covers motorbikes (an international permit alongside your own) and a helmet; check your insurance covers it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Sekupang110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sekupang, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetySekupang is generally safe; watch for traffic when crossing roads and keep belongings secure on ferries.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 113 fire · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportBPN Hang Nadim Airport (Batam) (About 30 min by taxi from Sekupang).
- Getting aroundTaxis are the main option; rides to Batam centre or nearby golf courses take 15–30 min.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeLocal coffeeRp 10,000–15,000
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))Rp 80,000–100,000
- Budget bedKTM Resort room, a night, per roomRp900,000
- Mid-range bedKTM Resort room, a night, per roomRp1,200,000
- High-end bedKTM Resort room, a night, per roomRp1,800,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp250,000 · Mid Rp400,000 · High Rp650,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- BPN Hang Nadim Airport (Batam) (About 30 min by taxi from Sekupang)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Feb
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Mar
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32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
May
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jun
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Oct
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Dec
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Mar (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jun (14 rain days), driest Feb (11). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sekupang: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
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Feb
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Apr
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
May
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
13 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Sep
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Nov
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Taxis are the main option; rides to Batam centre or nearby golf courses take 15–30 min. No public bus service directly to the port.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Nagoya (Lubuk Baja)
goDoor to door: ≈ 30 min
Taxi about 20 min
Batam's main commercial district.
Batam Centre
goDoor to door: ≈ 35 min
Taxi 25 min
Shopping, dining and ferry connections.
Nongsa (Nongsapura)
goDoor to door: ≈ 40 min
Taxi 30 min
Resort area with beaches and spas.
Waterfront City (Teluk Senimba)
goDoor to door: ≈ 40 min
Taxi 30 min
Modern waterfront development.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
KTM Resort
Balinese‑style cottages, air‑conditioned, private bathroom; rate starts at USD 53.72 (≈ Rp 900,000) per night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp 200,000–300,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp 300,000–500,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp 500,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| KTM Resort room1 × 1 night × Rp900,000 | Rp900,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × Rp250,000 | Rp250,000 |
| Ferry to Tanjung Balai (Sumatra)1 × Rp150,000 · Check schedule; price varies by operator. | Rp150,000 |
| Taxi from Sekupang to Batam centre (one way)1 × Rp80,000 · Check traffic; fare negotiable. | Rp80,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp138,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,518,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp1,518,000≈ US$95 |
USD 53.72 ≈ Rp 900,000
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local coffee | Rp 10,000–15,000 |
| Nasi goreng (fried rice) | Rp 20,000–35,000 |
| Taxi (5 km) | Rp 80,000–100,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Accommodation is limited; book KTM Resort or plan to stay elsewhere on Batam.
- Ferry schedules vary by season; check times before arrival.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire
- 113
- Ambulance
- 118
- General
- 112
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire113
- Ambulance118
Embassy
US Embassy in Jakarta; consulates in Batam (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Sekupang → Batam centre (taxi): about Rp 90,000, 20–25 min (check)
- Ferry Sekupang → Tanjung Balai: ≈ Rp 150,000–250,000, 2 h (check)
Say or show
- Selamat pagi — Hello (suh-lah-mat pah-gee)
- Berapa harganya? — How much? (buh-rah-pah har-gah-nyah)
- Di mana pelabuhan feri? — Where is the ferry terminal? (dee mah-nah peh-lah-boo-han feh-ree)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Sekupang. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Dec–Feb (rainy season) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- officialBatam Port – Sekupang
- secondaryKTM Resort
- secondaryWikivoyage: Sekupang, revision 4661341 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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