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Singkawang
Spend 1–2 days in Singkawang: explore temples, night market and nearby nature; travel time from Pontianak about 3 h by road.
Singkawang is a small multicultural trading town in West Kalimantan, known for its many Chinese temples and night market. It is reachable from Pontianak in about three hours by shared taxi or limited bus, and offers a compact set of sights that fit into a short stay.
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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.
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- 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 ▾
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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 Singkawang110 ▾
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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 Singkawang, 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 day visitors; stay alert to scams and avoid unsolicited contacts, especially regarding personal services.
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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 · 112 General · 118/119 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.
- AirportcheckSQK Singkawang Airport (Opened 2024, no regular commercial flights (check).).
- Getting aroundShared 3‑seat taxis (travel) dominate; one‑daily DAMRI bus to Pontianak (Rp150,000) and to Kuching (Rp300,000).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealFood at Pasar Hongkong (stew, noodles, cakes)cheap street foodRp10,000–Rp30,000
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Shared taxi to Pontianakper person, 2024Rp150,000
- Museum or sight ticketEntry fee to Hang Moi Riverper personRp5,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp150,000–250,000 · Mid Rp300,000–500,000 · High Rp600,000+
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
- SQK Singkawang Airport (Opened 2024, no regular commercial flights (check).) · PNK Supadio Airport (Pontianak) (Main gateway; travel‑taxi to Singkawang Rp200,000 (2024).)
Weather and climate
Singkawang: next 7 days
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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
Shared 3‑seat taxis (travel) dominate; one‑daily DAMRI bus to Pontianak (Rp150,000) and to Kuching (Rp300,000). Walkable downtown; rent a motorbike if comfortable.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pontianak
goDoor to door: ≈3 h
Shared taxi or DAMRI bus, about 140 km (87 mi), 3 hShared taxi or DAMRI bus, about 87 mi (140 km), 3 h
Supadio Airport connection; good for a day visit.
Kuching (Malaysia)
cautionDoor to door: ≈7 h
Daily DAMRI/Bus Asia service from Grand Mall, 6 am departure, 7 h travel with lunch stop
Border crossing; need passport and visa if required.
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.
Hotel Sentosa
Rooms from Rp168,000; near main road.
Hotel Restu
Rooms from Rp145,000; close to train station.
Villa Bukit Mas
Boutique stay in city centre; price check.
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
- Rp150,000–250,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp300,000–500,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp600,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
Prices of common things
| Shared taxi to Pontianakper person, 2024 | Rp150,000 |
| Food at Pasar Hongkong (stew, noodles, cakes)cheap street food | Rp10,000–Rp30,000 |
| Entry fee to Hang Moi Riverper person | Rp5,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Limited public bus service; rely on pre‑arranged taxis.
- Singkawang Airport has no regular flights (check).
- Human‑trafficking allegations; stay cautious with unsolicited contacts.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
- Ambulance
- 118/119
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Emergency
- Police110
- General112
- Ambulance118/119
Embassy
US consulate in Pontianak (check address); other embassies in Jakarta.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Singkawang ↔ Pontianak (shared taxi): Rp150,000 per head, ~3 h
- Singkawang ↔ Kuching (bus): Rp300,000 (≈RM100), 7 h
Say or show
- 你好 — Hello (nǐ hǎo)
- 多少钱？ — How much? (duō shǎo qián?)
- 谢谢 — Thank you (xiè xiè)
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 Singkawang. 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: check · avoid check · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 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
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