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Bawah Reserve

Anambas Archipelago,

Indonesia

Selected by Tracy

Welcome to Bawah Reserve

A pristine paradise nestled in the enchanting Anambas archipelago of Indonesia, Bawah Reserve is an eco-luxury resort set amidst a marine conservation area. It offers a mesmerising retreat with lush tropical forests and crystal-clear waters. To get here, it’s just a short journey from Singapore and once you arrive, you’ll be greeted by endless ocean views and a magical tropical atmosphere. If island retreats are your thing, you’re going to love this destination resort.

Details

Where:

Anambas Archipelago,

Indonesia

Type:

Eco-resort

Setting:

Beach & Coastal

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What we love

We seek retreats and destinations where we can experience peaceful seclusion. Bawah Reserve’s location and ethos go above and beyond our expectations. When we think of eco-luxury, Bawah Reserve’s seamless merge of sustainability and elegance comes to mind. Situated within a conservation area, the resort spans six stunning islands, featuring three lagoons and thirteen gorgeous beaches.

The resort is committed to preserving the natural environment while ensuring that every moment you spend here is enriching and restorative. Whether you’re exploring vibrant underwater life, kayaking along the serene shores, soaking up the sun or bathing in moonlight, Bawah Reserve offers a truly magical escape that takes you away from the noise of the outside world.

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Wellness matters

Begin your wellness journey even before you arrive at Bawah Reserve. A pre-arrival Zoom call with the Wellbeing Director ensures your stay is personalised and thoughtfully planned. On the island, the serene atmosphere and sense of seclusion allow you to unplug and unwind. From therapies at Aura Spa to private moments of peace, Bawah Reserve offers an enriching experience for your body, mind, and soul.

Health & Nutrition Programme

Embark on a path to optimal wellness with their bespoke Health & Nutrition programme. Starting with a pre-arrival consultation, your personalised meal plan is crafted by the resort’s Executive Chef, emphasising local ingredients and sustainability. Enjoy daily garden-to-glass raw juices, herbal teas, and traditional Indonesian djamu, ensuring a nourishing and transformative experience.

Healing Sessions at Aura Spa

Rejuvenate your body and mind at Aura Spa, where a range of treatments and wellbeing sessions await. From soothing massages to energising yoga classes, each offering is designed to restore physical, mental, and spiritual balance.

Eco-Consciousness

Bawah Reserve is deeply committed to conservation and sustainability. The resort uses eco-friendly products, electric vessels, and solar energy, ensuring minimal environmental impact. Waste is meticulously managed and recycled, fostering a stronger connection with nature and appreciation for its simple, profound beauty.

Private Moments of Peace

Experience transformative activities and serene moments at Bawah Reserve. Enjoy improved sleep with bespoke scents for your nightly rundowns, a castaway picnic, or a private island bale dinner with your own chef. Here, wellness extends beyond the spa, offering an enriching and relaxed pace of rejuvenation.

Fresh island flavours

Savour the flavours of Bawah Reserve’s four dining venues, where fresh, local ingredients are prepared to perfection. Whether dining under the forest canopy or by the seaside, each meal is a delightful journey of Indonesian and Mediterranean cuisine, inspired by the resort’s organic farms and fresh catches.

Our Dining Spot Picks

Delight in stunning ocean views and delectable dishes at The Boat House. Enjoy fresh-caught seafood, barbecued meats, poke bowls, and pizzas from the resort’s custom brick oven. By night, the beachside setting transforms into a magical ‘Starlit Cinema’ under a vast, twinkling sky. Of course, we had to pick one of the bars too… Perched atop the island’s peak, Jules Verne Bar is an homage to the famed author. Climb the spiral staircase and sip on inspired cocktails showcasing fresh garden-to-glass ingredients like lemongrass, chilli, pandan, and pink peppercorns. Don’t these sound like exciting sip and savour experiences?

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Experiences

Wallace Library

When was the last time you flipped through the pages of a book? Take your pick at the library and learn something new… Named after British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace, this cool haven offers a collection of books for you to explore or borrow during your stay.

Island Hiking

Embark on marked trails leading to spectacular lookouts, offering breathtaking views of the coastline, Coconut Beach, Batu Tokong, and surrounding islands.

Stargazing

With no light pollution, Bawah Reserve is perfect for stargazing. On the beach in front of The Boat House, you can use the resort’s telescope to marvel at the night sky.

Treasure Hunt

Looking to awaken your inner child? Engage in an exotic adventure across Bawah Island, solving riddles, following maps, and uncovering hidden treasures, creating unforgettable memories.

Snorkel, Night and Day

Explore the vibrant reef just off the resort’s shores. Prepare to encounter reef residents like Angelfish, Bumphead Parrotfish, Rabbit Fish, Clown Fish, Butterfly Fish and even Hawksbill turtles. At night, you might even get to witness coral spawning… if you’re lucky!

Aura Scent Bar

Create your unique 21% eau de parfum guided by Bawah Reserve’s scent designers, a beautiful memento to evoke memories of your island escape. Something nice to take home and rekindle memories of this island when you take a whiff.

Restful sleeps

Experience unparalleled luxury at Bawah Reserve, where each suite, bungalow, lodge, and villa is designed with eco-conscious elegance. Revel in private balconies, copper bathtubs, and seamless indoor/outdoor living. The resort’s unique Overwater Bungalows, Garden Suites, and Beach Suites offer stunning views and ultimate tranquillity, making your stay truly enchanting.

Each of the 36 standalone Tented Suites, Overwater Bungalows, Lodges, and Villas 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. Bawah Reserve limits its guests to 70 people at maximum in order to make sure that nature will not be damaged by the presence of a human visitor. However, this makes the resort even more private as a tropical heaven and more tempting for those who long for peace and tranquillity.

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