Anambas Island is the main island of the Anambas Islands group, part of the Riau Islands province of Indonesia. It lies in the Asian waters of the South China Sea region, and it is also known locally as Pulau Anambas or Jemaja.
The island is known for its clear, pristine waters and its coral reefs. For many visitors, that is the main reason to come: the sea and what lies beneath it. It is a destination closely associated with diving and marine tourism, so time in the water is likely to be the centre of a trip here.
What the visit is like
A stay on Anambas suits travellers who want a quiet, nature-led trip rather than a busy resort holiday. The appeal lies in the surroundings themselves: the reefs, the water and the sense of a less developed corner of Indonesia.
- Diving and snorkelling over the coral reefs that give the group its reputation.
- Marine tourism, the island's best-known draw.
- Island life in an archipelago setting, away from large city crowds.
Planning a trip
Because the island is part of a wider island group, it is worth checking how you will reach it and how you will move between islands before you go. Diving trips benefit from advance planning, and it helps to confirm what services are available on the island itself so you arrive prepared.
If you are drawn to clear water, healthy reefs and a slower pace, Anambas Island is a destination to consider within the Riau Islands.