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Sungai Liat
Spend a half‑day at the beaches and hot spring; stay one night at a beach resort. Total time: 1 day + overnight.
Sungai Liat, capital of Bangka Regency, offers easy beach access and a hot‑spring park. A single day covers the main sights; an overnight lets you relax at a resort.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- May–Oct (check)
- avoid Jan–Feb (rainy, check)
- Airport
- PGK
- Nights
- 1
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- 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
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- 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
Emergency numbers for Sungai Liat112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Sungai Liat, 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
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; keep valuables secure and avoid isolated areas after dark.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers112 General · 110 police · 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.
- AirportPGK Pangkal Pinang Airport (Taxi or bus about 45 min to Sungai Liat).
- Getting aroundMotorbike taxis dominate; rent a scooter for 30–50 km/h (19–31 mph) travel.Motorbike taxis dominate; rent a scooter for 19–31 mph (30–50 km/h) travel.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeLocal coffeeRp15,000–25,000
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))Rp30,000–45,000
- Budget bedBeach resort budget room, a night, per personRp350,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp250,000 · Mid Rp400,000 · High Rp700,000
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
- PGK Pangkal Pinang Airport (Taxi or bus about 45 min to Sungai Liat)
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
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
May
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Nov
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Dec
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C) low), wettest Jan (12 rain days), driest May (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Sungai Liat: 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)
12 rd
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)
10 rd
Apr
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
May
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
8 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
11 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
10 rd
Oct
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
9 rd
Nov
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Dec
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 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
Motorbike taxis dominate; rent a scooter for 30–50 km/h travel. Beaches are within 5–15 km of town centre; walk or bike where feasible.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Parai Tenggiri Beach
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Motorbike or taxi, 10 min from town centre
White‑sand beach, good for swimming.
Pemali Hot spring
goDoor to door: ≈20 min
Motorbike, 12 min north
Bathing and water‑boom park.
Tikus Beach
goDoor to door: ≈25 min
Motorbike, 15 min south
Fishing spots, white sand.
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.
Parai Beach Resort
Beachfront, restaurant, US$50+ per night
Tanjung Pesona Beach Resort
Well‑appointed rooms, US$30+ 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
- Rp250,000–400,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp400,000–700,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp700,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Beach resort budget room2 × 1 night × Rp500,000 | Rp1,000,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × Rp400,000 | Rp800,000 |
| Scooter rental (per day)2 × Rp80,000 · Check availability | Rp160,000 |
| Hot spring entry2 × Rp50,000 · Check price | Rp100,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp206,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,133,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp2,266,000≈ US$140 |
From US$30–50 per night
2026 estimate in IDR; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Local coffee | Rp15,000–25,000 |
| Nasi goreng (fried rice) | Rp20,000–35,000 |
| Motorbike rental (per day) | Rp80,000–120,000 |
| Taxi (5 km) | Rp30,000–45,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Roads can be narrow and unpaved near some beaches; drive cautiously.
- Hot spring water can be very hot; follow posted safety signs.
Emergency numbers
- General
- 112
- Police
- 110
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- Police110
- Ambulance118
- General112
Embassy
US consular services are in Pangkal Pinang (check address).
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Pangkal Pinang → Sungai Liat: ≈ Rp150,000, 45 min (check)
- Scooter rental: ≈ Rp80,000 per day
Say or show
- Berapa harganya? — How much? (berapa harganya)
- Saya ingin pergi ke pantai — I would like to go to the beach (saya ingin pergi ke pantai)
- Di mana pemandian air panas? — Where is the hot spring? (di mana pemandian air panas)
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 Sungai Liat. 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 (check) · avoid Jan–Feb (rainy, check) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Beach‑resort stay → scooter rental → hot‑spring visit
- Add a second night for sunrise at Tanjung Pesona
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