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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 for your itinerary
Central Java
Comprising the remains of some 244 temples, World Heritage–listed Prambanan is Indonesia's largest Hindu site and one of Southeast Asia's major…
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…
Raja Ampat Islands
These small, uninhabited and incredibly picturesque islands, 30km beyond Waigeo, feature heavily in Raja Ampat promotional material. It’s mainly…
Central Mountains
Newly developed as a tourist attraction in early 2018, the falls here are among the best on Bali. It’s about a 20-minute walk from the car park; a 500m…
Central Sulawesi
Seemingly scattered haphazardly around the hills near Lore Lindu National Park are some 400 ancient stone megaliths of unknown origin that might be over…
Taman Nasional Kepulauan Togean
Togean Islands
Togean Islands National Park was gazetted in 2004, and in 2017 was declared a tourism area of national significance. The park encompasses 3400 sq km of…
East Java
The Ijen plateau's most extraordinary sight is the magnificent turquoise sulphur lake of Kawah Ijen. A night hike to the crater in which the lake boils…
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…
Attractions
Top picks from our travel experts
The 11 best things to do in Indonesia, including orangutans, otherworldly architecture and oh-my-word views
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Flores
Kelimutu National Park is a Nusa Tenggara must. Its centrepiece is Gunung Kelimutu, crowned by three startling lakes that shift colour thanks to…
Sulawesi
First protected as Marine Conservation Area in 1996, the diverse coral and fish species that inhabit Wakatobi Islands have long caught the attention of…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
Here are 11 of the most exciting experiences that Indonesia has to offer, including going beyond Bali, Lombok, and the Gili Islands.
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This guide to culture, etiquette, and safety can help you plan the perfect trip to Indonesia.
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Getting around Indonesia is no longer a hassle with these tips. Find the fast, comfortable, and memorable ways to explore the archipelago.
Read articleVisa Requirements
Visa rules for Indonesia have always been confusing, but trips to Bali and other islands are back on the cards. Here's what you need to know about visas.
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Indonesia can be one of the world’s cheapest destinations. Here are 10 hard-earned tips for budget travel in Bali, Lombok, Java and beyond.
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The most adventurous way to discover the greatest island nation on Earth? Or seat-bumping, dirt-tracking utter madness? Here's how to see Indonesia by road.
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