Pura Taman Kemuda Saraswati Temple in Ubud, Bali island, Indonesia

Indonesia

A kaleidscope of diverse landscapes, unique cultures and rich traditions

One of the most diverse and populated countries in Southeast Asia, Indonesia is comprised of more than 15,000 islands covering an expanse of nearly 2 million square kilometres, including Java, Bali, Lombok, and Sumatra.

Bali is known to travellers around the world for its diverse landscapes from beaches to volcanic mountains, exotic Hindu arts and culture, and luxury villas and resorts offering a world-class holiday. Neighbouring islands of Lombok, the Gilis, and Flores are home to some of the region’s best diving and snorkelling, known for their coral reefs and diverse sea life.

The spiritual and cultural heartland of Java, Yogyakarta has enjoyed a harmonious mix of Buddhism and Hinduism since the 13th century, resulting in two of the greatest religious monuments still standing: the Borobudur and the Prambanan Temples.

Rich in biodiversity and teeming with flora and fauna, Sumatra beckons adventure and nature enthusiasts with trekking opportunities to see orangutans and volcanoes and to explore different ethnic cultures.

WHY WE THINK YOU’LL LOVE IT

  • A wealth of diversity in geography, cultures, and cuisines means there is certainly something for everyone when visiting Indonesia
  • Some of the best scuba diving in the world is in Indonesia including Bali, the Gili Islands, and Flores
  • A popular honeymoon and romance destination with Bali and Lombok as favourites
  • The islands of Java and Bali are home to some very chic designer hotels, resorts, and villas
Country Map of Indonesia
Country Facts
Capital City Jakarta
Time Zone UTC +7 (Jakarta) / +8 (Bali)
International Dial Code +62
Currency Rupiah
Population 266.2 Million (2018)
Religion Islam (majority), Protestantism, Catholicism, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism
Within Easy Reach Of...
Spread out over 113,700 square miles, Indonesia has over 600 airports. Two of the busiest are the Soekarno–Hatta International Airport in Jakarta and Ngurah Rai International Airport in Denpasar (Bali). The flight times below are from/to Jakarta.
Singapore 2.5 hrs
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 3 hrs
Bangkok, Thailand 4 hrs
Sydney, Australia 5hrs 50mins
Women walking through golden rice fields at sunset in Indonesia
EXOTIC BALI

Escape to a tropical paradise of unspoiled nature and colourful traditions

When To Go

Indonesia Weather Map January
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons: dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and is generally the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The green season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map Feburary
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map March
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map April
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map May
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map June
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Indonesia Weather Map August
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Perfect Tour For August
Ubud – Gianyar - Canggu

Immerse in Bali’s thriving and exceptional heritage of traditional arts, crafts and performance arts, with hands-on encounters in Ubud, the islands’ artistic and cultural capital.

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Festivals
17 August: Indonesian Independence Day
22 August: Eid Adha (public holiday)
Indonesia Weather Map September
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Perfect Tour For September
Ubud – Candidasa - Jimbaran

Enjoy a thrilling outdoor adventure across Bali experiencing up-close some of the must-see natural wonders and ancient sites from mystical volcanoes to tranquil river valleys.

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Festivals
11 September: Islamic New Year
Indonesia Weather Map October
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Perfect Tour For October
Bali, Indonesia

Immerse yourself in the therapeutic surrounds of Bali, the “Island of the Gods” and the ancient town of Ubud, one of Asia’s premier destinations for wellness and holistic healing. This customised, six-day wellness programme incorporates ancient Balinese healing traditions and therapies, plus a daily regime of plant-based raw living foods, for the ultimate holistic transformative experience!

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Festivals
24-28 October: Annual Ubud Writers & Readers Festival, Bali
Indonesia Weather Map November
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Perfect Tour For November
Ubud – Candidasa - Jimbaran

Enjoy a thrilling outdoor adventure across Bali experiencing up-close some of the must-see natural wonders and ancient sites from mystical volcanoes to tranquil river valleys.

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Festivals
20 November: Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad (public holiday)
Indonesia Weather Map December
Weather Summary
Indonesia's climate, like the rest of Southeast Asia, has two seasons, dry and wet.

The dry season is from May to September and generally is the most popular time to visit Indonesia. The wet season is between October and April, with downpours occurring in short bursts with sunshine returning soon after.
Perfect Tour For December
Ubud – Kintamani – Jimbaran – Uluwatu – Seminyak

Blessed with tropical natural beauty and omnipresent Balinese Hindu traditions, spirituality and culture, plus an infectiously laid-back vibe, this Island of the Gods provides wondrous sights, activities and experiences to share together for long-lasting memories.

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Festivals
24-25 December: Christmas Day (public holiday)

Suggested Indonesia Itineraries

Explore our Indonesia sample itineraries to inspire your travel planning. The itineraries can be easily customised and adapted to your personal interests and preferences.

Bali, Indonesia

Classic Indonesia

Yogyakarta – Blitar – Malang - Ubud

Culture enthusiasts, spiritually-inclined travellers and history buffs will thoroughly relish the activities and experiences of these 'must-see' destinations of Indonesia.

Romantic Bali

Ubud – Kintamani – Jimbaran – Uluwatu – Seminyak

Blessed with tropical natural beauty and omnipresent Balinese Hindu traditions, spirituality and culture, plus an infectiously laid-back vibe, this Island of the Gods provides wondrous sights, activities and experiences to share together for long-lasting memories.

A Balinese Adventure

Ubud – Candidasa - Jimbaran

Enjoy a thrilling outdoor adventure across Bali experiencing up-close some of the must-see natural wonders and ancient sites from mystical volcanoes to tranquil river valleys.

Balinese Ancient Art Traditions

Ubud – Gianyar - Canggu

Immerse in Bali’s thriving and exceptional heritage of traditional arts, crafts and performance arts, with hands-on encounters in Ubud, the islands’ artistic and cultural capital.

Regenerate and Replenish Retreat

Bali, Indonesia

Immerse yourself in the therapeutic surrounds of Bali, the “Island of the Gods” and the ancient town of Ubud, one of Asia’s premier destinations for wellness and holistic healing. This customised, six-day wellness programme incorporates ancient Balinese healing traditions and therapies, plus a daily regime of plant-based raw living foods, for the ultimate holistic transformative experience!

Indonesia Tailored Experiences

Select from our exciting range handcrafted tailored experiences to include in your customised journey.

  • A Spiritual Journey through Time

    Bali, Indonesia

    Bali is synonymous with spirituality and on this tour, you will visit key spiritual sites. Begin by travelling to the Pakerisan Valley to visit an 8th century World Heritage site and birthplace of the Hindu Darma religion, to uncover the historical religious roots of modern-day Bali. Visit the very first Hindu Temple in Bali with the curator of the Sukarno Museum as your guide. Departing from the jungle temple you will head to Tirtha Mengening, a very small temple located next to Holy Spring fed pools. This temple offers a cleansing purification ritual conducted by a local priest. After the ceremony you can take a cooling plunge into the adjacent river. Enjoy a locally sourced, organic lunch while gazing out over verdant paddy fields picturesque Bali coastline.

    Duration: 8hrs

  • Exploring the Scenic Pakerisan Valley

    Bali, Indonesia

    The Balinese are Indonesia’s most prolific rice growers thanks to a unique combination of soil, water and religion. Spend a full day cycling and trekking through Bali’s lush countryside to gain insight into the history and culture of this magnificent island. Explore the Pakerisan Valley, home to important religious sites and some of the earliest Hindu and Buddhist settlements. Visit Jagasari, Bali’s first Hindu temple dating back to the 8th century.

    Trek through rice terraces to see how subak, an ancient irrigation system, is still practised. This fascinating cooperative social system channels water through the temples and into the rice fields. Cycle through the verdant landscape to the picturesque village of Laplapan where you will enjoy lunch right in the rice fields.

    Duration: 8hrs

  • Culinary Adventure in Bali

    Bali, Indonesia

    Embark on a unique culinary experience pairing authentic Balinese cuisine with food adventures. Ideal for those who love cooking and eating and want to understand more about food and its influence on the culture, the meals or cooking classes are structured around local, off-the-beaten-track experiences.

    Choose from 3 different “Day in the Life of…” themes: visiting a local village to see Balinese palm wine being made and soaking your feet in a natural spring; making and applying traditional skin and beauty products from natural ingredients; or shopping at a morning market and learning how to prepare traditional flower offerings.

    Duration: 8hrs

  • Classic High Tea in Rural Ubud

    Bali, Indonesia

    Ubud is known for its stylish spas and quiet retreats, but this afternoon, prepare to take the art of relaxation to another level. Journey outside of Ubud to a luxurious tented camp that exudes an aura of colonial chic hidden amongst the rice fields.

    In a floating tent by the sacred Ayung River, enjoy a 60-minute foot bath and body massage in this most serene of settings. Sit down to a sumptuous high tea with sweet treats and savoury hors d’oeuvres in a Balinese silk-paneled tent. Enjoy watching a Balinese dance performance, an artistic form of storytelling incorporating graceful hand gestures and alluring eye movements, all set against a magical forest background to complete your day of pampering in the Balinese countryside.

    Duration: 5hrs

  • Create Your Own Traditional Indonesian Herbal Medicine

    Bali, Indonesia

    This morning you will be transported to The Royal Pitamaha, where upon arrival you will swap your clothes for a sarong and sash and partake in a two-part purification ceremony –– one at the hotel’s main temple and the other at a holy spring. Afterwards, walk to the Royal Kirana Spa and Wellness Centre for a 60-minute massage and enjoy a delicious, organic lunch overlooking the verdant gardens.

    Feeling relaxed and at peace, partake in Djamoe making class. Djamone is a mixture of traditional herbs and spices that can be consumed orally or placed topically on the body and is said to have healing properties. This ancient medicine has been used for curing sicknesses to inspiring love.

    Duration: 8hrs

Key Cities In Indonesia

Learn more about the unique characteristics and attractions of the cities that make up this colourful country.

Hotels We Recommend

Explore a selection of our hotel offerings to complete your customised journey. The number of hotels and resorts throughout Southeast Asia are extensive and varied. Please contact us for more accommodation options.

Belmond Jimbaran Puri

Jimbaran, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Business, Couples, Families, Honeymooners
The Jimbaran Bay property at night by the Four Seasons Resort Bali a luxury property overlooking the sea

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Jimbaran Bay

Jimbaran Bay, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Families, Romance
View over infinity pool at a privater villa at the Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Four Seasons Resort Bali at Sayan

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Couples, Families, Romance
A Luxury suite at the Viceroy Bali perched above a rainforest valley in Ubud at sunset

Viceroy Bali

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Business, Couples, Families, Romance

Alaya Resort Ubud

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Couples, Families, Romance
Amanjiwo resort overlooks mystical Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist sanctuary and a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Amanjiwo

Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Couples, Families, Romance

Amandari

Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Families, Romance

Aman Villas at Nusa Dua

Nusa Dua, Bali, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Couples, Romance

Bawah Reserve

Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia

Suitable for:
Couples, Romance

Aqua Blu Explorer Yacht

East Indonesia

Suitable for:
Adventurers, Couples, Families, Solo Travellers

Special Offers

View our current special offers to save on your customised journey to Indonesia.

Viceroy Bali – Stay Pay Offer

Stay Pay Offer

  • Offer Detail: Stay 4 nights Pay 3

  • Validity:
    16 Jan -30 Jun 2023; 1 Oct - 23 Dec 2023; 16 Jan - 31 Mar 2024

Viceroy Bali – Early Bird Offer

Early Bird Offer

  • Offer Detail: 10% discount bookings 60 days prior to arrival

  • Validity:
    1 Oct 2022 - 31 Mar 2024

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