🇹🇭 Southeast Asia · 17,000 islands · 277M people

Travel to Indonesia: the complete 2026 guide

Bali rice fields and temples, Java Bromo volcanoes and Borobudur, Lombok pristine beaches, mythical Komodo dragons, world-class Raja Ampat diving. 17,000 islands, 4 time zones — the world's largest archipelago. Our complete guide.

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Indonesia at a glance

Capital

Jakarta (soon Nusantara)

Language

Indonesian

Currency

Rupiah (IDR)

Time diff

+6h to +8h

Flight from Paris

~14-18h via Asia

Average / day

€40-200

Visa

Best season

April-October (dry season)

Photo : Niklas Weiss / Unsplash

In 30 seconds

Why visit Indonesia

1

World's largest archipelago

17,000 islands, 6,000 inhabited. Bali is famous but Indonesia is also Java (4× larger), Lombok, Flores, Sumatra, Sulawesi. Each island = a trip.
2

World-class diving and snorkeling

Raja Ampat (world's highest marine biodiversity), Komodo (manta rays), Lembeh (macro photography), Bunaken. Dry season April-October.
3

Spectacular active volcanoes

Bromo (Java), Kawah Ijen (blue sulfur lake), Rinjani (Lombok, 3,726m), Batur (Bali). Legendary sunrise treks.
4

Bali = experience in itself

Hinduism in a Muslim sea, Tegallalang terraced rice fields, Uluwatu and Tanah Lot temples, spiritual Ubud. Touristy but authentic off-season.
5

Simplified e-VOA since 2022

Visa on Arrival OR online e-VOA for $35. 30-day validity, extendable once. All online at molina.imigrasi.go.id.

Calendar

When to go to Indonesia

Tropical climate: dry season April-October, rainy season November-March. Bali year-round but prefer May-September for non-flooded rice fields and clear diving.

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Jan

🌡 25-31 °C

Feb

🌡 25-31 °C

Mar

🌡 25-32 °C

Apr

🌡 25-33 °C

May

🌡 25-33 °C

Jun

🌡 25-32 °C

Jul

🌡 24-32 °C

Aug

🌡 24-32 °C

Sep

🌡 25-32 °C

Oct

🌡 25-33 °C

Nov

🌡 25-32 °C

Dec

🌡 25-31 °C

Detailed programs

Recommended itineraries

1 week

1-week itinerary

📅 1 week 💰 📍 Ubud · South coast

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2 weeks Best-seller

2-week itinerary

📅 2 weeks 💰 📍 Ubud · Sidemen · Batur volcano · Java (Bromo, Ijen) · Yogyakarta · Borobudur

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1 month

1-month itinerary

📅 1 month 💰 📍 Java · Bali · Komodo · Flores · Sumba or Raja Ampat

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Destinations

Cities & islands of Indonesia

Lush terraced rice fields around Ubud in Bali

Central Bali

Ubud (Bali)

Rice fields + spiritual

Seminyak beach at sunset on Bali's southwest coast

South Bali

Seminyak / Canggu (Bali)

Beaches + surf + clubs

By traveler profile

Which trip suits you?

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Families

Bali (Sanur, Nusa Dua) for safe beaches, Ubud (cultural immersion), Lombok Gili Air. Direct Paris-Denpasar flight not possible (layover required).

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Honeymoon

Bali (Ubud resorts with private rice fields), Sumba (Nihi Sumba), Raja Ampat (Misool Eco Resort). €5,000-12,000 for 10 days.

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Backpacking

Bali backpacking: guesthouses €8-15, warungs €3/meal, scooter €5/day. 14 days excluding flight = €700-900.

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Diving

Raja Ampat (Misool, Sorong) = THE world spot. Komodo (manta rays), Lembeh (macro), Bunaken (wall). 1-2 week liveaboard cruises.

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Yoga & wellness

Ubud (yoga capital of the world), Canggu (trendy vibe), Sidemen (calm). Yoga Barn, The Yoga House, Radiantly Alive retreats.

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Volcano trekking

Bromo (Java, accessible), Ijen (blue sulfur lake), Rinjani (Lombok, 3-4 days, hard), Merapi (Java, active).

In pictures

Indonesia in photos

Indonesia

Ubud (Bali)

Seminyak / Canggu (Bali)

Must-do

Signature experiences

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Bromo sunrise

4 am, sublime

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Borobudur at dawn

9th century Buddhist temple

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Ijen trek

Night blue flames

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Tegallalang rice fields

Ubud, iconic photo

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Manta ray diving

Komodo, Nusa Penida

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Bali Swing Ubud

Touristy Insta-photo

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Uluwatu Kecak show

At sunset

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Bali cooking class

Market + workshop

Plan your trip

Practical info

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Indonesia e-VOA

$35 online at molina.imigrasi.go.id. 30 days, extendable once.

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Travel insurance

Repatriation to Singapore often needed for serious cases. Essential.

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Indonesia eSIM

Excellent coverage on Bali and Java, variable elsewhere.

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Vaccines

Hepatitis A + typhoid recommended. Rabies for rural travel or isolated diving.

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How much

Indonesia budget

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Backpacker

€1,300

✈️ Return flight: €750
🏨 Guesthouse: €12/night
🍜 Warung: €8/day
🛵 Scooter + ferries: €150

Recommended

Comfort

€2,200

✈️ Return flight: €800
🏨 Villa/3-4★ hotel: €60/night
🍽️ Mixed restos: €25/day
🚖 Driver + inter-island flights: €350

Premium

€6,500

✈️ Business flight: €2,500
🏨 5★ + private villa: €300/night
🍽️ Starred restaurants: €70/day
🚁 Helicopter / liveaboard: Included

Our picks

Prepare your trip to Indonesia

Our tested and updated comparisons for a smooth trip to Indonesia.

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Best travel agency for Indonesia

Tailor-made agencies, organized tours, free quotes. Our selection for Indonesia.

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Travel insurance for Indonesia

Medical coverage, repatriation, cancellation. The best insurance for Indonesia.

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eSIM for Indonesia

Data plans, network coverage, pricing. The best eSIM to stay connected in Indonesia.

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Combine with

Langkawi Sky Bridge above the tropical jungle over the mountains

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Malaysia

2h flight, same timezone

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Singapore

2-3 day city-break stopover

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Thailand

Beach + temples combo

Aerial view of Palawan turquoise lagoons, karst cliffs and bangka boats

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Philippines

Islands and diving

Sydney Opera House on the harbour at sunrise

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Australie

Vol 5h vers Bali

Angkor temple overgrown by silk-cotton tree roots in Siem Reap

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Cambodge

Extension Bali en vol direct

Japanese pagoda under blue sky near Kyoto

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Japon

Contraste tropical après Tokyo

Milford Sound, Fiordland fjord with mountains plunging into the sea

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Nouvelle-Zélande

Vol 7h, escale tropicale

FAQ

Bali year-round or dry season? +

Dry season (April-October) recommended: non-flooded rice fields, clear sky for volcano treks, clear diving. Rainy season (Nov-March) bearable, brief afternoon showers.

Indonesia visa? +

Yes. E-VOA (electronic Visa on Arrival) at $35 on molina.imigrasi.go.id. 30 days, extendable once for 30 additional days. OFFICIAL site only.

Over-touristy Bali? +

Very, especially Kuta-Seminyak-Canggu. Prefer Sidemen, Amed, Munduk, or go to Lombok and Flores. Ubud stays authentic outside the center.

How long to visit Indonesia? +

Bali alone: 10-14 days. Bali + Java: 14-21 days. Complete Indonesia (with Komodo, Flores, Raja Ampat): 4-6 weeks. It's massive.

Budget for 14 days? +

Backpacker: €1,300-1,500 flight included. Comfort: €2,200-2,800. Flight = 50-60% of total budget.

Which volcano trek first? +

Bromo (Java): accessible by 4×4 + 30 min walk, perfect for beginners. Ijen: 2h climb, see blue flames at night. Rinjani: 3-4 days, really demanding.