The Forest course at Ria Bintan Golf Club occupies the inland portion of this resort property on Bintan Island, one of Indonesia's Riau Islands situated approximately 45 kilometers southeast of Singapore. Designed by Gary Player and opened in the early 2000s as part of a larger development that includes a second course along the coastline, the Forest routing moves through natural tropical vegetation and rolling terrain characteristic of the island's interior. The layout contrasts with its seaside companion by trading ocean views for a more enclosed, jungle-bordered experience. The course navigates through stands of mature trees and natural wetlands, with elevation changes that are modest but meaningful in shaping hole strategy and creating visual variety. Water features appear on several holes, both as natural drainage areas and constructed hazards that integrate with the tropical setting. The design emphasizes accuracy and course management over pure length, as the tree-lined corridors reward players who can work the ball and avoid the jungle margins. Ria Bintan serves primarily resort and visiting golfers, many traveling from Singapore for day trips or weekend golf getaways. The property benefits from Bintan's development as a leisure destination, with the Forest course offering a different playing experience from the more exposed, links-influenced character of the Ocean course. The facility operates year-round in the equatorial climate, with conditions shaped by the region's monsoon patterns.