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Bawah Reserve

Indonesia, Indonesia

An off-the-grid private island resort offering a spectacular island experience in Indonesia’s remote Anambas archipelago.

Property Overview

Enveloped by lush tropical greenery and azure-blue ocean, Bawah Reserve rests in sheltered carefree seclusion 160 nautical miles northeast of Singapore in Indonesia’s remote Anambas Archipelago. Surrounded by clear turquoise waters, blue lagoons, and coral reefs, this pristine and previously uninhabited marine conservation reserve caters to outdoor adventurers with an appetite for indulgence as well as paradise seekers looking for relaxation. Bawah offers the true meaning of a sustainable off-the-grid experience. Its Earth-first philosophy guides everything it does; it’s why it established a come-as-you-are, relaxed environment built upon the tenets of authenticity, excellent service, and respect for the islands’ natural wonders. Daily rates include one spa treatment, per person, per day, and access to Aura Sanctuary facilities, including sauna, steam room, and polar plunge pool during designated hours, island activities (both on land and sea), exquisite cuisine using ingredients grown in Bawah’s own gardens, and non-alcoholic drinks and minibar. With six islands, three lagoons, thirteen beaches, and acres of untouched forest, you'll have your own natural playground to explore. The island is home to two restaurants and two bars.

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SmartFlyer Exclusives

  • Early Check-in and Late Check-out (subject to availability) and dictated by seaplane schedule
  • Personalized Welcome Note and Amenity
  • Resort-wide Wi-Fi
  • Complimentary upgrade to next room type within the same room category (subject to availability)

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Agent Tips

  • You'll have access to Aura Sanctuary facilities, including sauna, steam room, and polar plunge pool during designated hours.
  • You'll enjoy one spa treatment per person, per day and five pieces of laundry service per person.
Accommodations

Idyllic private escapes.

Each of the thirty-six Suites, Bungalows, and Villas at Bawah Reserve offers the ultimate private island experience. Thoughtfully crafted for earth-conscious individuals and built with locally sourced materials wherever possible, every minute detail – from the classic canopy beds and copper bathtubs to the seamlessly integrated indoor/outdoor living – is designed to evoke that home-away-from-home comfort, while being worlds away.
Pool + Gym

A fabulous spot for morning laps.

The swimming pool is half-moon shaped and a fabulous spot for morning laps. Shaded by trees and located in the middle of the island, the pool offers a cool respite from the tropical heat.

The fully-equipped, indoor gym comes complete with cardio equipment and weight equipment such as TRX, boxing, kettlebells, and stunning lagoon views.
Spa

A relaxing sanctuary.

Aura Spa & Wellbeing offers you a relaxing sanctuary and a range of treatments and classes. One daily spa treatment is included in your nightly rate.
Restaurant + Bar

Delectable flavors with a side of stunning ocean views.

Perched high in the rainforest canopy, Tree Tops sits where fine Asian-fusion cuisine, regional charm, and breathtaking views intersect. Its vaulted bamboo architecture features an impressive light installation representing a bloom of jellyfish gracefully swaying above a grand oak table, perfect for entertaining groups of up to twenty guests.

Another restaurant called The Boat House is a sand-between-your-toes establishment. The Boat House promises delectable flavors with a side of stunning ocean views. Think fresh-caught seafood and gorgeous salads, barbecued meats, poke bowls, and pizzas straight from a custom brick oven. Indulge your inner child by sitting in the swinging chairs, or opt for a sun-lounger at the water’s edge. Come nightfall, join a barbecue dinner and Starlit Cinema screening – the sky’s never felt so big before.

The Jules Verne bar sits at the top of the island’s pinnacle and is an homage to the nineteenth-century author whose fantastical remote islands have captured imaginations for decades. Climb up the spiral staircase and unwind with a meticulously crafted classic or tropical cocktail – each an artwork that showcases fresh garden-to-glass ingredients like lemongrass, chilli, pandan, and pink peppercorns.

Grouper Bar is beside the pool, named after the impressive fish that inhabits the island's lagoons. This whimsical venue serves as Bawah’s social hub. Located steps from the jetty, beach, and infinity pool, Grouper Bar offers a convenient meeting spot for an early-morning coffee, midday nibbles, or pre-dinner drinks. It's a relaxing beach bar by day and late-night lounge by night, the perfect backdrop for a well-crafted espresso, Champagne toasts, or sipping a fine whisky at the end of the day.
  • Vibe
    Sustainable retreat surrounded by pristine, clear waters.
  • Who's it for?
    Bawah Reserve is a true private island sanctuary in Indonesia’s remote Anambas Archipelago — a barefoot, all-inclusive escape where nature takes the lead with just thirty-six earth-conscious suites ranging from one-bedroom havens to spacious four-bedroom escapes. Guests are often couples, honeymooners, or small groups seeking privacy, sustainability, and a true off-grid experience. To maintain the island’s serene setting, no children under five years old are allowed at the resort.

    For an ultra private experience, Elang offers six villas with its own clubhouse, saltwater infinity pool, and dedicated butler team — perfect for VIPs, multigenerational families, or small groups (ten to fourteen people). Elang operates as its own island while still being part of the Bawah Reserve experience.
  • Location
    Bawah Reserve is situated in the Anambas archipelago. This remote Indonesian island enclave in the western part of the South China Sea is closer to Malaysia than it is to the main Indonesian islands of Sumatra and Borneo. The best way to get to Bawah is by the resort's private seaplane. It flies seven days per week from Hang Nadim Airport on the Indonesian island of Batam, which is easily reached from Jakarta or Singapore. Door-to-door from Singapore to Bawah is approximately four hours; the flight time from Batam to Bawah is approximately seventy-five minutes. The earliest pick-up is typically around seven in the morning in Singapore and you will arrive before noon for lunch. Departure from Bawah starts from noon, and you will arrive back in Singapore around four-thirty; same-day departure from Singapore Changi Airport can be arranged after eight-thirty in the evening. (Daily seaplane availability and timings are subject to availability and change.) Round-trip transfers are fully arranged by Bawah covering all segments of transportation, including car journeys, ferry journeys, and the AirFast amphibious seaplane.Halfway between Singapore and Borneo, the archipelago consists of over 200 islands and is home to around 45,000 people. It boasts crystal-clear warm waters, a rich biodiversity of teeming flora and fauna. This makes it a fabulous destination for travelers in search of seclusion and outdoor activities in an idyllic paradise.

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