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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
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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.

Bali scenery
Map of Culture & Beaches in Indonesia: Bali & Gili Islands - 12 Days
Culture & Beaches in Indonesia: Bali & Gili Islands - 12 Days

Experience the world-famous beauty of Indonesia's islands. Begin in the town of Ubud in Bali, where you'll hike through terraced rice fields, learn about local culture and crafts, and visit historic temples. Then, travel by speedboat to Gili Air. You'll snorkel, spot sea turtles, and explore its neighboring islands, with plenty of time for beachside relaxation. Return to Bali and travel to Seminyak to enjoy temple tours, a traditional dance performance, and a surf class.

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.

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.

Indonesia Travel Maps

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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

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 Myriam Benmhaya
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Myriam Benmhaya

After traveling all over the world, being able to share my passion with other travelers is a dream come true. As a local agent based in Bali, I can share my experiences, tips, and love for travel...

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Travel specialist George Game
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George Game

I’m passionate about creating unforgettable, sustainable escapes across Southeast Asia. I specialise in crafting tailor-made itineraries that go beyond the typical tourist trail, allowing...

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Trip Reviews for Indonesia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Our guides were all awesome! So knowledgeable...
Indonesia | Sep 2 - Sep 8, 2026

Camila
Camila O.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Sep 18, 2026
Our guides were all awesome! So knowledgeable and patient. They really made the trip worthwhile. It felt great to have a personal guide and driver to help with translations and overall experiences. Our guide in Lombok was amazing! I feel that our guide in Ubud could have been a bit more proactive, we mentioned twice wanting to try the Kopi luwak (as we passed multiple places selling it) but he did not offer for us to stop. At the moment we didn't realize that we could have just asked him... Read more

Our guides were all awesome! So knowledgeable and patient. They really made the trip worthwhile. It felt great to have a personal guide and driver to help with translations and overall experiences. Our guide in Lombok was amazing!

I feel that our guide in Ubud could have been a bit more proactive, we mentioned twice wanting to try the Kopi luwak (as we passed multiple places selling it) but he did not offer for us to stop. At the moment we didn't realize that we could have just asked him to take us there, as it was the first day of our trip so we weren't aware that we had that liberty.
He also did not offer for us to stop at any shops to buy souvenirs, so we ventured out on our own when we got back to the hotel. In hindsight I didn't realize we had the option to ask for further beyond just the biking excursion, so maybe that could have been communicated a bit better, but it did not take away from the trip or experience by any means!

Hotel Review
Tejaprana Resort & Spa
Bali
Authenticity & Character
Beautiful the way it meshes with nature, it was so peaceful felt like I was on Avatar
Location
Nice, very close to many beautiful shops
Staff
The staff was very helpful especially when we needed bug spray and an adapter for charger.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Marc Urban

Great experience and would not hesitate to recommend them to other others visit visiting Indonesia
Indonesia | Aug 31 - Sep 6, 2026

Nancy
Nancy L.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Sep 12, 2026
It was a pleasure to work with Jook and the kimkim team. Because of their detailed planning, our trip went seamlessly. From airport pick up to Tours, boutique, making class, scuba diving, sunrise on Mount Batur, our drivers were there to pick us up and bring us back. We felt safe the entire time. Bali is not easy to navigate and the streets don’t have great signage and are teaching with scooters and traffic jams and so it’s always better to have a local driver. The driver Agong was pleasant,... Read more

It was a pleasure to work with Jook and the kimkim team. Because of their detailed planning, our trip went seamlessly. From airport pick up to Tours, boutique, making class, scuba diving, sunrise on Mount Batur, our drivers were there to pick us up and bring us back. We felt safe the entire time. Bali is not easy to navigate and the streets don’t have great signage and are teaching with scooters and traffic jams and so it’s always better to have a local driver. The driver Agong was pleasant, reliable, and knowledgeable about the different temples and sites that we saw.

Our trip had an interruption because of the eruption of Krakatoa while we were in Jakarta. They were able to help us with last-minute change of plans. I am very glad we used the kimkim team. We had wonderful memories and learned so much about Indonesia.

Hotel Reviews
The Sankara Resort & Spa
Bali

The staff were very helpful and sweet. They had interesting entertainment in the evenings, Restaurant had great food. The spa was wonderful as well. I enjoyed their pool. The one drawback was issues with humidity in the bedrooms and low water pressure in the showers. The hotel staff were very eager to help and remedy the situation.

Authenticity & Character
Entertainment in the evenings with local performers and spa were very charming
Location
The rooms had a view onto a Charmin rice patty, it is not within walking distance of the main center of Ubud
Staff
Always eager to help, great attitude
Cleanliness & Comfort
Humidity issues in our room, some of the bedding had to be changed out because of a musty odor
Sari Pacific Jakarta, Autograph Collection
Jakarta

This hotel had the most incredible brunch I have ever had. They had dishes of Indian, Indonesian, Chinese, Japanese, continental, American. Each breakfast was like a trip around the world. This was also a block away from a great mall that had a lot of interesting Indonesian handcrafts, a food court, and multiple restaurants. The hotel was clean and convenient. The Japanese restaurant there was amazing also.

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully appointed, fabulous breakfast
Location
Close to a great mall
Staff
Very helpful in getting us a ride to yogykarta
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta Half-Day Highlights Tour
Jakarta

Catherine was very knowledgeable and her English is very good. She took us through the highlights, the moss was really large and unusual. This was a new experience for us having to wear a scarf and cover-up. We really enjoyed the dioramas in the national Museum, which explained the heritage of Jakarta.

Quality of Experience
It was great to see the highlights of Jakarta in one afternoon
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Katherine was very friendly and open
Transport
Crafting Heritage: A Traditional Batik Painting Experience
Crafting Heritage: A Traditional Batik Painting Experience
Indonesia

This was so interesting to go through the process of applying the wax and painting. I love the experience and the ladies were very helpful.

Quality of Experience
I really love arts and crafts, and they let me create my own pattern
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very friendly and helpful, their English really wasn’t very strong, but they were very kind and helpful
Transport
He was willing to take me after the class to a jewelry and wood carving store with local artisans
Mount Batur Sunrise by Jeep Adventure
Mount Batur Sunrise by Jeep Adventure
Indonesia

Hated getting up so early, but definitely the pictures were worth it. The guide was an excellent photographer and knew how to take the long exposure photos to get the great shots. The sites were amazing.

Quality of Experience
Food
They serve some cookies and tea before we set out
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Jeep did not have seatbelts. It is a pretty steep ride up the mountain.
Hidden Beach, Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance
Hidden Beach, Uluwatu Temple & Kecak Dance
Indonesia

Kecak traditional dance was interesting, we had overstay our time at the beach so we didn’t get to see the temple

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agong was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful
Transport
Ubud Cultural & Nature Highlights Tour
Ubud Cultural & Nature Highlights Tour
Indonesia

Beautiful falls, monkey forest was a lot of fun and the monkeys came up to us and it was fun watching them. The Liu coffee plantation was also great and the flights of coffee and tea were amazing.

Quality of Experience
Love the monkey forest, fall were beautiful, Luwat coffee plantation had amazing coffee, and tea
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Agong was knowledgeable and pleasant
Transport
Dive Bali's Iconic East Coast: Tulamben or Amed
Dive Bali's Iconic East Coast: Tulamben or Amed
Indonesia

My daughter loved this experience. The reefs were relatively close to shore so she didn’t have to spend much time on the boat to get to the reef. Staff was friendly and helpful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Two hour ride from Ubud
Local specialist: Jook Prapassorn
Jook
Jook Prapassorn
Local specialist in Thailand | Replied on Sep 13, 2026
Terima kasih banyak Nancy & Lauren for your thoughtful and detailed feedback of your entire trip plan! It truly means a lot to me and the whole Vio Travel and kimkim team. I’m so happy to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout your trip, especially with the unexpected change of plans in Jakarta.
It was such a pleasure helping you and your daughter discover Indonesia, and I’m delighted that you came home with wonderful memories. I’ll also be sure to share your kind words...
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Terima kasih banyak Nancy & Lauren for your thoughtful and detailed feedback of your entire trip plan! It truly means a lot to me and the whole Vio Travel and kimkim team. I’m so happy to hear that you felt safe and well taken care of throughout your trip, especially with the unexpected change of plans in Jakarta.
It was such a pleasure helping you and your daughter discover Indonesia, and I’m delighted that you came home with wonderful memories. I’ll also be sure to share your kind words with Agong and the rest of the team.
Wishing you both many more wonderful travels ahead, and I hope we’ll have the chance to welcome you back to Indonesia someday! 😊
Warmly, Jook

George understood exactly what to plan for us and executed wonderfully by our guide Guna
Indonesia | Aug 26 - Sep 4, 2026

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Andries V.
South Africa | Reviewed on Sep 06, 2026
George understood exactly what to plan for our family type holidays.
From adventure and a bit of history, a touch of Balinese culture, some relaxation and to fit that all into 9 days.
Well done.
The local Bali operator, GoKo was also very organised and everything ran smoothly.
Two points I would like to mention where things could have ran better was communication.
1) GoKo was so pro-active, they created a WhatsApp group for us. My assumption was that it included our guide, so I never...
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George understood exactly what to plan for our family type holidays.
From adventure and a bit of history, a touch of Balinese culture, some relaxation and to fit that all into 9 days.
Well done.
The local Bali operator, GoKo was also very organised and everything ran smoothly.
Two points I would like to mention where things could have ran better was communication.
1) GoKo was so pro-active, they created a WhatsApp group for us. My assumption was that it included our guide, so I never bothered referring to the confirmation email with the guide’s contact details. Our guide’s details could have been shared on the group to avoid such an oversight from the travellers.
2) Going to Nusa Penida, there was no pickup either. Apparently he was told we arrive on the next ferry, but if we knew, we could have walked to Naomi Sea Adventures and got going earlier. A day trip is already very time constrained. Fortunately we did see many mantas.

One last request is if you have access via Bali tourism to immigration department. Please tell them how dismayed we were to stand in line for two hours to get through passport control. Only two officials stamping passports for all who do not have ePassports is not enough. We got through around 22:00, the line was still as long. Poor tourists who got through after midnight. That is not how to treat your biggest foreign currency revenue stream.
Thanks for a wonderful trip.

Hotel Reviews
Griya Santrian a Beach Resort

The most beautiful gardens and architecture. Staff is friendly, we could not ask for more. On the beach promenade and close to everything.

Tjampuhan Hotel & Spa
Ubud

Beautiful hotel and second oldest in Bali gives it charm. Very central.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Munduk Tentrem Resort
Munduk

Beautiful for a small resort. Staff extremely helpful. We enjoyed our stay. A lot colder in the mountains than at the coast and the room heaters worked well.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: George Game

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