Researched guide · from published sources · not yet visited by BatamGems
A Malay fishing village on Rempang Island where families have lived for more than six generations. Guided visits cover traditional fishing methods, wooden houses and boat-building areas, and customs such as Tepuk Tepung Tawar and pantun recitation.
- Type
- Village
- Area
- Barelang
- Time needed
- Half day
- Nearest ferry
- Batam Centre · 27.7 km
Best for
- Culture
- History
Check first
- Opening hours aren't recorded — call or message before you go.
- Entry fee isn't recorded — don't assume it's free.
Highlights
- Traditional fishing techniques
- Wooden houses and boat building
- Malay customs and pantun
Time it right
Best time
February to July (drier months), per Batam Tourism
Time needed
Half day
Getting there
About 1 hour's drive from Batam over the Barelang bridges; Sembulang is about 15 minutes past Pantai Melayu.
Tip
Rempang has been the site of land disputes since 2023; check the current situation before visiting.
Location & contact
- Address
- Sembulang, Rempang, Galang, Batam
Quick answers
Where is Kampung Sembulang (Rempang fishing village)?+
Kampung Sembulang (Rempang fishing village) is in Barelang, Batam, at Sembulang, Rempang, Galang, Batam. The nearest international ferry terminal is Batam Centre, about 27.7 km away in a straight line.
How do I get to Kampung Sembulang (Rempang fishing village)?+
About 1 hour's drive from Batam over the Barelang bridges; Sembulang is about 15 minutes past Pantai Melayu.
Researched from public sourcessource 1 source 2 ; location from OpenStreetMap. Hours and details change — confirm before you go. Image is an illustration.
