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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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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
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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.

Discover the pristine beaches of the Komodo archipelago
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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.

Bali's Danu Beratan Temple on the shores of Lake Bratan
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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 active volcanoes as you trek some of Indonesia's most impressive craters
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Temples and Trekking from East Java to Bali - 14 Days

This two-week itinerary will take you from East Java to Bali with stops at sites both famous and less-frequented. Tour multiple Javanese temples, including Borobodur and Prambanan; trek up to the tops of Bromo, Kawah Ijen, and Batur volcanoes; and stroll through terraced rice fields and coffee plantations as you explore these two lush islands.

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...

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Explore the beaches and jungles of Nusa Penida on this island-hopping 16-day tour
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Indonesian Island Explorer: Bali, Menjangan & the Komodo Archipelago - 16 Days

This epic 16-day Indonesian island-hopping sojourn begins on enchanting Bali with waterfalls, temples, monkeys, and a traditional cooking class. Swim at a water palace and discover lush rice terraces as you head to the island of Menjangan for several days of snorkeling in the protected tropical waters. Dive into water sports in Nusa Dua and explore Nusa Penida's unique rock formations, then fly to the Komodo archipelago to see Komodo dragons, watch flying foxes at sunset, and swim with manta rays.

Stay at a 5-star resort nestled within a coffee plantation on Bali (photo courtesy of Munduk Moding Plantation Resort)
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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
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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.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Indonesia
Travel specialist Marc Urban
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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
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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 Yuqqa Macdalena
active 9 hours ago

Yuqqa Macdalena

Hi there! My name is Yuqqa, and I'm Indonesian. I grew up in a multicultural family with Christian Batak/North Sumatran and Muslim East Javanese heritage. From a young age, I was exposed to a wide...

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Travel specialist Priscilla Puteri
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Priscilla Puteri

My mission is to curate unforgettable experiences that deeply immerse you in the diverse and captivating Indonesian culture. I'll tailor personalized itineraries that meet your interests. However,...

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Trip Reviews for Indonesia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Well-planned trips adds joy to your journey.
Indonesia | Jun 25 - Jul 1, 2025

Raman
Raman K.
Pakistan | Reviewed on Jul 03, 2025
We came across kimkim while planning the trip to Bali. The website was thoroughly designed to cater our travel needs. I decided to move on and give it a try.
I was more intrigued by the prompt responses and excellent guidance by the local specialist, Priscilla. Her responses and understanding of our travel needs was spot on. She dealt us in very professional way and also helped us with the scheduling of our payment ,making it easier for us. The itinerary was exceptionally well-planned,...
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We came across kimkim while planning the trip to Bali. The website was thoroughly designed to cater our travel needs. I decided to move on and give it a try.
I was more intrigued by the prompt responses and excellent guidance by the local specialist, Priscilla. Her responses and understanding of our travel needs was spot on. She dealt us in very professional way and also helped us with the scheduling of our payment ,making it easier for us. The itinerary was exceptionally well-planned, allowing us to experience the best of the island's beauty. The accommodations and transportation were also excellent, adding to the overall comfort of our journey. Throughout our journey, Priscilla and her team were available for guidance on whatsapp group. We never felt unattended ,even for a second in Bali.
Highly recommend.
Raman.

Local specialist: Priscilla Puteri
Priscilla
Priscilla Puteri
Local specialist in Jakarta | Replied on Jul 03, 2025

Hi Raman and Family,

Thank you for your kind words, it truly means so much to us! We hope the experiences and memories you’ve made will always bring a smile when you think of them :)

Stay happy and healthy! And know that you always have friends here in sunny Indonesia :) We are always ready to welcome you back and help you discover even more of what our country has to offer.

With warmest regards,
Priscilla

Spectacular 2-week journey covering three major Indonesian islands
Indonesia | May 11 - May 25, 2025

Lev
Lev T.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jun 07, 2025
We had an amazing trip! Our itinerary covered three major Indonesian islands, Java, Sulawesi, and Bali, and it allowed us to learn about rich and diverse Indonesian culture, history and people from many different angles. Marc, our tour specialist, was very helpful at all stages of tour planning and execution, very flexible, easy to reach at all times by phone/text/zoom. At some point we decided to change the original itinerary by skipping the Java volcano climbs and proposed to replace them... Read more

We had an amazing trip! Our itinerary covered three major Indonesian islands, Java, Sulawesi, and Bali, and it allowed us to learn about rich and diverse Indonesian culture, history and people from many different angles. Marc, our tour specialist, was very helpful at all stages of tour planning and execution, very flexible, easy to reach at all times by phone/text/zoom. At some point we decided to change the original itinerary by skipping the Java volcano climbs and proposed to replace them with a 4-day visit to Sulawesi with its incredible Bugis and Toraja villages. Marc was very supportive of this idea and quickly re-arranged our tour, which required quite significant changes and a slew of new bookings of hotels, flights, guides, local transportation, etc. Just before the trip we learned that Borobudur and Prambanan temples would be closed on two out of three days that we were supposed to spend there (I wish we knew about it earlier, before we booked our flights so we could change the dates). So, we had to rearrange our itinerary to accommodate this circumstance. Again, Marc was very helpful in fixing this issue. We were generally very happy with the hotels that Marc booked for us, they were comfortable, clean, located in beautiful surroundings and had a boutique feel to them. The only partial exception was our last hotel in Bali, Sun of Granary Resort. While beautifully located among rice fields, with helpful staff, our rooms for some reason were rather humid (with damp smell and a little damp linen), and our air conditioning wasn't able to cure this problem. Of course, the weather in Indonesia is generally very humid, but in all other hotels we did not encountered this issue. Our tour guides in Java (Fakikh) and Sulawesi (Robi) were excellent, very knowledgeable, enthusiastic, with good grasp of English. The tour guide in Bali (Sridana) was OK, but less engaging, perhaps partially because his English was sometimes difficult to understand. On the other hand, Sridana was punctual and took good care of us. The drivers on all three islands were excellent, it was important since driving in Indonesia is not easy to say the least. I am a good driver, but I would not risk driving there myself.

To summarize, overall our trip was a very pleasant and memorable experience, and we certainly recommend Marc as your customized tour operator.

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jun 10, 2025

Hi Lev and friends,

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and detailed review. I truly appreciate it. It was a pleasure planning the trip with you all and making the necessary adjustments along the way.

I hope we’ll have the chance to work together again on a future trip, perhaps exploring other islands in Indonesia. There’s still plenty more to discover.

All the best,
Marc

P.S. – I found a good pilaf (or plov) near my place.

Experiencing Bali as a traveler, not a tourist!
Indonesia | May 18 - May 24, 2025

CRISTINA
CRISTINA S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jun 02, 2025
We just got back from trip to Bali, The Island of Gods - Nature and Culture experience.
Marc was our Kimkim local specialist. We wanted to avoid the crowded tourist locations, explore the Balinese culture, and interact with locals. He listened to what we hoped to experience on this trip and made recommendations. The communication was fantastic. Bali is 12 hours ahead of Boston, so the messaging feature in the Kimkim app was easy and efficient.
Marc crafted a very special time on the...
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We just got back from trip to Bali, The Island of Gods - Nature and Culture experience.
Marc was our Kimkim local specialist. We wanted to avoid the crowded tourist locations, explore the Balinese culture, and interact with locals. He listened to what we hoped to experience on this trip and made recommendations. The communication was fantastic. Bali is 12 hours ahead of Boston, so the messaging feature in the Kimkim app was easy and efficient.
Marc crafted a very special time on the island. We stayed at 3 different locations, learning about the beautiful Balinese culture, enjoying delicious food along the way, and staying in amazing hotels. We went SCUBA diving, toured rice fields, spent half a day in a Balinese family compound for a cooking lesson, visited temples, biked the backroads, and hiked through tropical forests to waterfalls. There is so much beauty in Bali.
Our drivers from Edi and Cula were the best. They were friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.
The best thing about Kimkim is the local travel specialists. They are available for you every step of the way.

Hotel Reviews
Tejaprana Resort & Spa
Bali

This place is a hidden paradise.

Authenticity & Character
Gorgeous Balinese design.
Location
It's right next to Ubud, but it seems miles and miles away. Built on the edge of a canyon, the view is amazing. The restaurant feels like an amazing treehouse. The food is delicious. Nice pool. (we also enjoyed our personal splash pool on the balcony).
Staff
From the front desk, to the restaurant. Everyone was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Menjangan Dynasty Resort - CHSE Certified
Pejarakan

All the villas are steps from the beach. It is located on the north/west coast of Bali, away from the crowds. I tried "Snake Fruit" for the first tie. Delicious! Huge pool, a gorgeous restaurant. The rooms are spacious and we slept well.

Authenticity & Character
They call it glamping because you stay in your own bungalow. It truly feels like a luxury hotel. Surrounded by lush, troical trees and plants. The design of the lobby is amazing.
Location
Right on the beach. Perfect for relaxing, snorkeling and diving! Away from the crowded beach resorts ner the airport, this place to located on th north/west side of the island.
Staff
Everyone was friendly, professional and knowledgeable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Munduk Heaven Luxury Villas

Beautiful views and a great restaurant. We slept well and woke up to the sounds of the tropical birds. The fresh juice at the restaurant is a MUST. We enjoyed every meal. Our spa experience was lovely, the massages were so relaxing. It really does feel like heaven, especially as you watch the clouds roll in just beneath you as you have a cocktail on the deck of the restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
The design and architecture is amazing. Lush, tropical plants surround you.
Location
It is located on top of a mountain, away from the crowded tourist beach resorts. Such beautiful views.
Staff
Each person we came across was friendly and professional. They went over and beyond to makes sure everything was wonderful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jun 04, 2025
Thank you for your review, Cristina! It was truly a pleasure to prepare this journey with the four of you. I'm really happy to hear that the experience matched your hopes, from the dives and hikes to the peaceful moments with local families and the incredible food. Bali has so much beauty to share, and it means a lot to know that you were able to connect with both nature and the culture in such a meaningful way. I'll also pass along your kind words to Edi and Cula — they’ll be thrilled to... Read more

Thank you for your review, Cristina! It was truly a pleasure to prepare this journey with the four of you.

I'm really happy to hear that the experience matched your hopes, from the dives and hikes to the peaceful moments with local families and the incredible food. Bali has so much beauty to share, and it means a lot to know that you were able to connect with both nature and the culture in such a meaningful way.

I'll also pass along your kind words to Edi and Cula — they’ll be thrilled to know they helped make your trip so memorable.

Thanks again for traveling with us — it was truly a pleasure from start to finish!

Warm regards,
Marc

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