Bawah Reserve, Anambas Islands

Somewhere in the wilds of nowhere, amid azure seas, lies a paradisaical cluster of islands. Bawah Reserve is not one, but six, emerald-hued islands, tucked away in a far-flung corner of Indonesia. A place where you can check in and switch off, reconnect to the world around you, in beautiful villas designed to allow you to live within the nature that surrounds you. Time quite literally stands still here as you discover a place that hasn’t changed in almost 10,000 years – save a few luxurious touches, of course.

Location

The adventure doesn’t begin at Bawah Reserve – but in getting there. Retreating to paradise has never been an easy task, but the team at Bawah have brought it that bit closer. From Singapore, it’s just a short ferry ride to the island of Batam before an hour’s flight onboard Bawah’s own private seaplane. It may not be the quickest airport transfer in the world, but trust us, it’s more than worth it as you glide in to land on the islands’ beautiful lagoon with an unspoilt paradise before you.

Your Room

Always luxurious. Never opulent. It’s barefoot luxe all the way here. Bawah Reserve is an exclusive retreat with just 36 villas and suites, meaning privacy and tranquillity are absolute givens. Choose from an overwater bungalow and literally dive out of bed and into the lagoon, a beach suite where the waves lap gently at your door, or a garden suite and cocoon yourself in lush jungle. For those times when you need a little more space, there’s the two-bedroom Pool Villas too.

Why We Like It

Bawah is an invitation to be curious. It is so much more than a beachside paradise, but a place to indulge your adventurous side. Each of the islands is home to new discoveries as you hike over hills, beneath verdant jungles and alongside inquisitive monitor lizards. If you’re more at home underwater, Bawah boasts that rare treat of snorkelling right from your villa, as well as a dive and watersports center with every toy you could hope for. Whilst for the gastronomically minded, dining at Bawah is always a pleasure with menus that draw influence from the surrounding natural environment. The only question left remaining: do they accept permanent residents?

Sustainability

Thanks to Bawah Reserve’s installation of solar panels on the hotel, renewable energy has been introduced to this remote island. Sustainability in mind, the hotel has been designed with a ‘minimal impact’ approach. Bawah Reserve also commits itself to protection and conservation of both the land and marine life, as well as working to empower the island communities. Speak to one of our Travel Experts to find out more.