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Introducing Indonesia

Not only does Indonesia offer some of the best beach escapes anywhere in the world, it’s also full of smiling people, incredible food, a diverse array of wildlife, and spectacular volcanoes.

When is the best time to visit?
The hands down best time of the year to visit Indonesia is between May and September, when the days are dry and sunny. That being said, it stays warm and comfortable during the wet season as well, when you should expect intense downpours that last a few hours but clear up pretty quickly.

Where to go in Indonesia?
As tempting as it is to spend the entire trip relaxing in Bali, there’s so much more to Indonesia than beaches and spa treatments. Visit active and dormant volcanoes, such as Mt. Bromo in the Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park, or paddle through the Komodo National Park, home of the world famous Komodo Dragons. You will inevitably travel in and out of Indonesia via Jakarta, and other cultural destinations to explore include Yogyakarta, Tana Toraja, and the Baliem Valley.

How many days do I need?
Indonesia is best experienced at a slower pace. Let yourself enjoy the beaches and other natural scenery, and maybe even visit a spa or two. Try to reserve at least a week to really savor this country.

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Indonesia Tours & Itineraries

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Terraced rice fields
Map of Highlights of Bali - 8 Days
Highlights of Bali - 8 Days

Explore the culture, countryside, and coastline of the "Island of the Gods" with this eight-day itinerary. Drive around the southeastern corner of the island through rice fields, temples, villages, the Monkey Forest, a volcanic caldera, and more before ending your trip on the beach.

Sunrise over Mount Bromo
Map of Explore Indonesia: Sumatra, Java & Bali - 21 Days
Explore Indonesia: Sumatra, Java & Bali - 21 Days

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Indonesia on this three-week adventure across three of the country's most spectacular islands. Spot rare orangutans on an unforgettable multi-day jungle trek on Sumatra, then hop over to Java to visit ancient Buddhist temples and climb active volcanoes. Your adventure ends on the tropical beaches of Bali, where you'll snorkel through colorful underwater worlds and raft down the Ayung River.

The beautiful rice terraces in Ubud
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Best of Bali - 10 Days

Discover the best of Balinese nature, culture, and beaches on this 10-day adventure. For the first half of the trip, base yourself in Ubud, going on excursions to hike around rice terraces, cycle through villages, and visit the region's famous temples. Then you'll continue on the journey with a sunrise trek to the top of Mount Batur and a detour to Tanah Lot, a Balinese sea temple. Spend the last part of the trip in the resort town of Seminyak, the perfect jumping-off point for a boat cruise and snorkeling trip around Nusa Lembongan.

Bali's Danu Beratan Temple on the shores of Lake Bratan
Map of Highlights of Bali - 7 Days
Highlights of Bali - 7 Days

Get to know the beautiful island of Bali on this weeklong tour of the island. Starting in Canggu, you'll drive along scenic Pupuan Road, passing terraced rice fields and jungle landscapes on your way to a temple that appears to float in mid-air. Hike to the gorgeous Munduk Waterfalls, then trek to the summit of Mount Batur for spectacular views at sunrise, followed by a soak in hot springs. You'll finish with a day of market browsing and strolling on the beach in Sanur.

Discover the pristine beaches of the Komodo archipelago
Map of Explore Flores & the Komodo Archipelago - 7 Days
Explore Flores & the Komodo Archipelago - 7 Days

From snorkeling with coral sharks to sleeping in a traditional cone-shaped hunt, this week-long itinerary is full of off-the-beaten-path adventures. You'll explore western Flores and the Komodo Archipelago, accompanied by knowledgeable local guides and rangers. Work your way through rugged terrain to secluded caves and remote villages, overnighting in local homes and breaking bread with locals. Then embark on a three-day boat trip through the Komodo archipelago that features jungle hikes, wildlife-viewing walks, and underwater excursions where you'll have the chance to snorkel with colorful fish.

Honeymoon in Bali - 14 Days
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Active Honeymoon in Bali - 14 Days

Tied the knot and want a customized trip to celebrate your love? Try honeymooning in Bali. This tour combines culture, relaxation, beautiful landscapes, snorkeling, and a touch of adventure: the perfect combination for an unforgettable honeymoon.

Make the Most of Your Time in Indonesia

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Discover Indonesian Hindu temples like Bali's Ulun Danuy Beratan Temple
How Many Days to Spend in Indonesia

To get the most out of Indonesia's vast cultural and natural treasures, you'll need at least 10 days. This is enough time to see different archipelagos or experience the...

Indonesia Travel Advice

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Stay at a 5-star resort nestled within a coffee plantation on Bali (photo courtesy of Munduk Moding Plantation Resort)
2 Weeks in Indonesia - 4 Luxury Itinerary Ideas

With two luxury-infused weeks in Indonesia, you can spend extended time on lesser-visited islands exploring landscapes and villages untouched by tourism. Travelers with an affinity for temples and beaches will find Bali and Sumba an excellent match, while Munduk and Wangiwangi Island suit those eager to snorkel and trek. To get farther off the trodden trail, set your sights on the islands of Sulawesi and Flores. Or, focus your full attention on Java to experience volcanic landscapes and hands-on workshops.

Discover enchanting waterfalls near Munduk on a 10-day luxury adventure in Indonesia
10 Days in Indonesia - 4 Luxury Itinerary Ideas

Ten days in Indonesia is an excellent amount of time to experience the luxuries of Bali and one other island. Yogyakarta, on the island of Java, is a great choice for history and culture enthusiasts, while Sumba perfectly caters to those who dream of remote beaches and intriguing villages. Wildlife enthusiasts with a penchant for the finer things in life should consider a multiday cruise around Komodo National Park. Or, for a bit of romance, split your time between Bali's charming towns of Ubud and Jimbaran.

Discover the waterfalls of Bali during this 15-day tour
Map of Bali's Temples & Waterfalls with Komodo Islands Cruise - 15 Days
Bali's Temples & Waterfalls with Komodo Islands Cruise - 15 Days

Discover the temples of Bali and the islands of Komodo National Park on this 15-day trip for culture and adventure buffs. Hike to spectacular waterfalls around Munduk before heading to Ubud for rice terraces and water temples. Raft the Telaga Waja River rapids and mountain bike down a volcano, then transfer to Candidasa to discover hidden beaches and the secrets of Balinese textiles. Finally, fly to Flores Island to cruise the Komodo archipelago, spotting dragons, manta rays, and bats that fly at sunset.

Indonesia Travel Maps

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2 Weeks in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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7 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itineraries
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10 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itineraries
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Ana Bicanic
active 1 hour ago

Ana Bicanic

Hi there! My name is Ana, I am 26 years old and I come from Belgrade, Serbia. Growing up I would travel a lot with my parents who love to dive. I knew from very early on that I want to be in...

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Travel specialist Marc Urban
active 18 hours ago

Marc Urban

Passionate about travel, discovering new places, new experiences to try and getting to know people are the reasons why I became a travel specialist. I really love to be able to share all my...

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Travel specialist Jessica Soenandar
active 15 hours ago

Jessica Soenandar

I love going to places that only locals go to, eating local foods that are not standardized to foreigners' tastebuds and participating in their traditional rituals. As a proud Indonesian, I would...

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Travel specialist Alisha Estevez
active 15 hours ago

Alisha Estevez

Hello my name is Alisha, 31 years old and I am originally from Germany. In 2016 I finished my university and decided to travel afterwards. My first stop was Bali and I fell in love with the island...

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Trip Reviews for Indonesia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledg...
Indonesia | Sep 4 - Sep 7, 2024

Tom
Tom C.
El Cerrito, CA | Reviewed on Sep 11, 2024
Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledgeable and very nice. The guides for elephant washing/tubing and orangutan trekking really knew their stuff and were fun. The local specialist, Yuqqa, did a great job on very short notice putting this trip together. She is an excellent communicator and is very responsive. Read more

Our main guide, Omreg, was extremely knowledgeable and very nice.

The guides for elephant washing/tubing and orangutan trekking really knew their stuff and were fun.

The local specialist, Yuqqa, did a great job on very short notice putting this trip together. She is an excellent communicator and is very responsive.

Hotel Review
Mega Inn Lodge
North Sumatra
Authenticity & Character
Location
right on the river that a monkey troop crosses several times per day
Staff
super helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Trek in Gunung Leuser National Park
Trek in Gunung Leuser National Park
Bukit Lawang, North Sumatra

We saw 6 orangutans in 3 hours!

Quality of Experience
Food
The hotel restaurant is very good.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena
Yuqqa
Yuqqa Macdalena
Local specialist in Bali, Indonesia | Replied on Sep 13, 2024

Hi Tom,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback! 🌟 I'm delighted to hear you and Alec had an amazing experience in Sumatra, especially with our guide and the wildlife activities in Tangkahan and Bukit Lawang.

Your kind words mean a lot, and it was a pleasure to assist you. If you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia, feel free to reach out! 🥰🫶

Best wishes,
Yuqqa

Thinking of visiting Indonesia? Don't doubt it, contact Yuqqa
Indonesia | Aug 4 - Aug 14, 2024

Paula
Paula L.
Singapore | Reviewed on Sep 02, 2024
We had an amazing experience in Indonesia with Yuqqa from Kimkim!
From the very beginning we discussed plans that worked for my whole family and for different reasons we had to change them a few times, Yuqqa patiently helped us until we could finally get a very detailed full itinerary.
From then and until we came back home we felt accompanied by Yuqqa, sending her questions of any kind at any time of the day that were responded promptly. If any issues arouse she would quickly find a way to...
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We had an amazing experience in Indonesia with Yuqqa from Kimkim!
From the very beginning we discussed plans that worked for my whole family and for different reasons we had to change them a few times, Yuqqa patiently helped us until we could finally get a very detailed full itinerary.
From then and until we came back home we felt accompanied by Yuqqa, sending her questions of any kind at any time of the day that were responded promptly. If any issues arouse she would quickly find a way to work around it and listened to our feedback.
All the activities she booked for us were of quality, the drivers and guides were super professional and lovely people, they would give the extra mile to help us and make us feel comfortable.
We learnt a lot from the Indonesian culture, we visited many interesting places like the Brahmavihara Monastery and the floating temple, staying on a boat in Komodo was a great idea and this let us enjoy amazing sunrises and sunsets on the boat, fantastic snorkeling plus swimming with manta rays and visiting the pink beach. Some activities like rafting and quads were great adventures and again of quality, trekking up Mount Batur to enjoy the sunrise is something we'll never forget. I can continue describing the amount of things that we did and we enjoyed them all!
So the only thing remaining is to thank Yuqqa for her extensive help during our trip. We will never forget it!

Activity Reviews
Experience VW Safari Car Tour - Ubud
Experience VW Safari Car Tour - Ubud
Ubud, Bali

We loved our guides and going in those open cars was fun. We had fun and learnt a lot. It's a bit sad that some places became a bit instagramable like the ricefields but we loved the nature part.

Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Indonesia

It was a good idea to canoe to see the floating temple and then get to the other side where we went across a jungle and learnt a lot about it.

Komodo Cruise Day 2
Komodo Cruise Day 2
Indonesia

The komodos are impressive and the good thing is that we got a private guide but there is a lot of people and I felt a bit that the poor animals and chased by us humans.

ATV Ride Ubud
ATV Ride Ubud
Indonesia

Fun, fun!! all the way. Yes, we enjoyed it a lot

Komodo Cruise Day 1
Komodo Cruise Day 1
Indonesia

Our guide Shony was fantastic! He was with us all the time helping with anything that we needed and making sure we had fun. The crew in boat was very friendly as well. We loved our experience.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Komodo Cruise Day 3
Komodo Cruise Day 3
Indonesia

Swimming with the manta rays was a real highlight in our boat trip. And the crew made sure that we enjoyed it all.

Quality of Experience
Experience Rafting in Ayung River
Experience Rafting in Ayung River
Ubud, Bali

All those many stairs going down to the river, just that was beautiful. The guide was fantastic and the experience was really lovely. Not challenging at all but enjoyable views everywhere.

Quality of Experience
Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Indonesia

It's an amazing experience! getting to the top and wait for the sunrise was somehting we'll never forget. It was a challenging trek and also very cold on top but definitely worth it. You even get a small breakfast on top.

Quality of Experience
Visit to Brahmavihara Monastery
Visit to Brahmavihara Monastery
Indonesia

This monastery is really beautiful and has an amazing energy. I had to sit and meditate, it gives you peace. I will go back.

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena
Yuqqa
Yuqqa Macdalena
Local specialist in Bali, Indonesia | Replied on Sep 05, 2024
Hi Paula, Thank you so much for your trust and fantastic feedback! 🥰 I’m delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing time in Indonesia. I’m glad the itinerary, activities, and guides exceeded your expectations. Komang our driver sending a warm greetings as well. He told me how such warm persons you are all! He had a great time too hehe :D Your kind words mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure to assist you, and if you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia,... Read more

Hi Paula,

Thank you so much for your trust and fantastic feedback! 🥰 I’m delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing time in Indonesia. I’m glad the itinerary, activities, and guides exceeded your expectations.

Komang our driver sending a warm greetings as well. He told me how such warm persons you are all! He had a great time too hehe :D

Your kind words mean a lot to us. It was a pleasure to assist you, and if you ever need help planning another adventure in Indonesia, just let me know!

Wishing you endless excitement and adventure ahead! :))

Sunny greetings from Bali,
Yuqqa ✨

Little bit cheaper, ten times easier than DIY!
Indonesia | Aug 6 - Aug 15, 2024

Uriah
Uriah C.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2024
I could never have made these arrangements at these prices, and I would have been flying blind if I tried. I’ve put together big family trips without agents, and it does not feel like vacation when you have to worry about all the logistics. I’m a worrier, but Kim Kim made Indonesia nearly care-free! Transfers, accommodations, tour bookings… plus they provided a SIM card, a pre-trip briefing, and were always available on WhatsApp if questions arose. I’ll be using them again and worrying... Read more

I could never have made these arrangements at these prices, and I would have been flying blind if I tried. I’ve put together big family trips without agents, and it does not feel like vacation when you have to worry about all the logistics. I’m a worrier, but Kim Kim made Indonesia nearly care-free! Transfers, accommodations, tour bookings… plus they provided a SIM card, a pre-trip briefing, and were always available on WhatsApp if questions arose. I’ll be using them again and worrying even less!

Hotel Review
Private cruise trip in Komodo National Park
Labuan Bajo, Indonesia

If it had been half as cool, it would have still been one of the best experiences! Bali is friendly, but this Komodo cruise was ridiculously friendly! I was stressed about that lack of particulars going in, but now I’d say just do it and know that you’d do it all over. The guide and crew are all doing their best to show you what the bigger tour groups just won’t be able to experience.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Aug 23, 2024

Hello dear Uriah,

Thank you so much for your review and your trust!

I am so happy to hear you and your family enjoyed the trip and hope to welcome you once again in this part of the world!

All the best!
Ana