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Overview

This beguiling nation of over 17,000 islands is home to a huge diversity of adventures to choose from – Indonesia's sheer range of experiences is hard to beat.

Attractions

Must-see attractions

Muara Jambi

Sumatra

This scattering of ruined and partially restored temples is the most important Hindu-Buddhist site in Sumatra. The temples are believed to mark the…
Borobudur Temple

Borobudur

Dating from the 8th and 9th centuries, and built from two million blocks of stone, Borobudur is the world's largest Buddhist temple and one of Indonesia's…
Kraton

Yogyakarta

Beside the southern alun-alun (main square), Yogya's enormous kraton (palace) is the cultural and political heart of this fascinating city. Effectively a…
Gunung Sibayak

North Sumatra

Famous for its steamy sulphurous fumaroles, Gunung Sibayak (2094m) is one of Indonesia’s most accessible volcanoes. Getting to the summit for sunrise is a…
Agung Rai Museum of Art

Ubud

If you only visit one museum in Ubud, make it this one. Founder Agung Rai built his fortune selling Balinese artwork to foreigners in the 1970s, and…
Kelimutu National Park

Flores

Kelimutu National Park is a Nusa Tenggara must. Its centrepiece is Gunung Kelimutu, crowned by three startling lakes that shift colour thanks to…
Kebun Raya

West Java

At the heart of Bogor are the fabulous botanical gardens, known as the Kebun Raya; the city’s green lung covers 87 hectares. Everyone loves the Orchid…
Sekumpul Waterfall

Singaraja

Sitting 18km southeast of Singaraja, some six or seven separate waterfalls – all fed by upland streams – pour up to 80m over cliffs in a verdant bamboo…

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Planning Tools

Expert guidance to help you plan your trip

Best Things to Do

With active volcanoes, diverse wildlife and water activities galore, Indonesia fills any trip with adventure. Plan yours around these 11 things to do.

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Best Places to Visit

It's hard to beat Indonesia's unparalleled opportunities for adventure. Here are the places you simply shouldn't miss.

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Best Time to Visit

Interested in beaches? Festivals? Wildlife? Solitude? Indonesia offers all that – and more. Here are the prime time to visit the country.

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Things to Know

Indonesia is blessed with a rich history, culture and cuisine, and fabulous scenery. Here are the top things you need to know before you visit.

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Transportation

Navigating the many islands of Indonesia is getting easier – find the fast, comfortable, and memorable ways to explore the archipelago.

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Visa Requirements

Visa rules for Indonesia change often, but there isn't too much paperwork standing between you and the beaches. Here's what you need to know about visas.

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Money and Costs

This guide to daily costs, along with tips on saving money, can help you budget for your visit to Indonesia.

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Best Road Trips

Experience the best of Indonesia's beaches, volcanoes and culture with our pick of the top scenic driving routes.

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Get Connected

Vast and varied, Indonesia spans more than 17,000 islands. Here's how to get connected in the world’s largest archipelago.

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