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Indonesia Travel Insights

A typical facade of a temple in Ubud
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5 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Make the most of five days in Indonesia and opt for a Bali highlights tour that features jungle hikes, snorkeling, and enjoying the nightlife in resort town Seminyak. Or choose a Bali tour that focuses on the outdoors, from waterfalls to rice terraces to a unique "floating temple." Other excellent choices include a tour around Java, home to the world's largest Buddhist temple, or a beach-oriented itinerary that features a cruise through Komodo National Park.

Relax on the famed Pink Beach of the Komodo National Park
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1 Week in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

A week in Indonesia allows you to focus on Bali, visit temples and swim in waterfalls, or combine a few days in Bali with a snorkeling and boating adventure around Lombok. Get away from it all on a trip to western Flores and the Komodo Archipelago, hiking through secluded caves and sleeping in a cone-shaped hut. Animal lovers will opt for an itinerary around North Sumatra, featuring elephants and the chance to spot orangutans in the wild, or a trip to Borneo and Java, rich with wildlife viewing opportunities.

Pura Luhur Uluwatu Temple on Bali
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10 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

With 10 days to spend in Indonesia, many travelers visit Bali for a highlights tour of the island's historic temples, beautiful beaches, and scenic rice fields. You could focus more specifically on Balinese culture, choosing an itinerary that features local experiences like cooking classes or combine several days in Bali with time on another island, like Nusa Penida, an excellent destination for snorkeling. Another option is to skip Bali and explore Java's natural wonders or cruise around the Raja Ampat Archipelago on a traditional wooden sailboat.

Sunrise over Indonesia's Mount Bromo
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2 Weeks in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

You can cover some serious ground with two weeks in Indonesia, exploring up to three different islands, or basing yourself on one or two islands for more in-depth cultural, historical, and culinary experiences. For example, explore the wilds of Kalimantan and the Derawan Islands or pair Java and Bali for a smaller radius. From experiencing ancient village traditions and hiking the jungles of Sulawesi to honeymooning in Bali—your options are plentiful.

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 highlights of a major tourist hub like Bali. In five days or a week, you can still enjoy beach time, snorkeling, and sailing around a couple of locales, but two weeks really opens things up to go off the beaten path and visit multiple islands.

Morning view of Padar Island from Komodo National Park, Indonesia
Best Time of Year to Visit Indonesia

Indonesia is a massive country comprised of many regions and thousands of islands spread from east to west across the Indian and Pacific oceans. It's also primarily tropical. Other than a wet and dry season, the temperatures here change little throughout the year. So planning the perfect Indonesian getaway is as simple as picking the suitable months to avoid the heavier rains.

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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

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Travel specialist Yuqqa Macdalena
active 1 day 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 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 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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Travel specialist Caroline Mauriès
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Caroline Mauriès

As a travel expert specializing in and based in Indonesia, my role is to guide future travelers in discovering this unique destination. I place great importance on understanding each client's...

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Trip Reviews for Indonesia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

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

Amazing trip! We'll be back!
Indonesia | May 8 - May 17, 2025

McKenna
McKenna B.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on May 20, 2025
What an amazing trip!! Thank you for all of your help crafting such a memorable experience. The Klotok boat in Borneo was really special. We had an amazing crew and cook, the food was so good! Our guide, Deka was so knowledgeable and fun 😊 In Bali, the canoe and trekking day was definitely a highlight! It was great to learn more about the organization and learn more about environmental efforts happening in Bali. Our guide, Ojan (I think that was his name?) was so good!! He packed an... Read more

What an amazing trip!! Thank you for all of your help crafting such a memorable experience.

The Klotok boat in Borneo was really special. We had an amazing crew and cook, the food was so good! Our guide, Deka was so knowledgeable and fun 😊

In Bali, the canoe and trekking day was definitely a highlight! It was great to learn more about the organization and learn more about environmental efforts happening in Bali. Our guide, Ojan (I think that was his name?) was so good!! He packed an incredible, sustainable lunch that his auntie made us 😍 It was so fun to have a day where we got off the beaten path, we didn't see any other tourists during our adventure! So special.

The biking excursion was also really fun. Our guides took great care of us and it was really special to get to go back their home and learn more about the Bali culture after the ride. Loved the waterfall and canyon after the ride! A note: this biking was not good for beginner riders!

Our driver Made was also great!! He was very friendly and knew of great spots to show us along the way 😊

Hotel Reviews
Kejora Suites Sanur
Sanur

This was a great hotel! We only stayed here one night, so a bit difficult to compare. But the restaurant attached was nice, it was a quick 5 minute walk to the beach, and our room was nice.

Authenticity & Character
Location
5 minute walk to the beach
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Adiwana Suweta
Bali

This hotel was the definition of luxury. I loved our balcony to read in the afternoons between activities, the bathroom was luxurious, and the staff were incredibly accommodating. The free breakfast every morning was a great way to start the day!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Klotok Boat - Standard
Central Kalimantan

We had a great experience on the Klotok boat! We loved our entire crew and our guide was amazing. The food was delicious, exceeded expectations. We saw so many animals because we stayed on the boat! Definitely hot and buggy, but worth it for our incredible experience!!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Jakarta Airport Hotel
Jakarta

A simple, convenient option! Nothing special, but made our early morning journey doable! Also, I got the in room massage after my flight and it was reasonably priced and a great quality!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right above the domestic terminal
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 3
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 3
Indonesia

See first day review

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 2
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 2
Indonesia

Same as first day

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Cycling Tour through Tegallalang
Cycling Tour through Tegallalang
Ubud, Bali

This was another great experience for us. The guides were incredibly eager to help make our experience the best it could be. Note: the biking is not great for beginners, it helps to be comfortable on a bike! The lunch at the waterfall and canyon was beautiful! We loved getting to enjoy dessert in their home. That was really special to be able to learn about their culture and way of life. I also loved being able to make my own offering basket!

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Canoe & Trekking at Bratan Lake
Indonesia

Wow! This was a highlight for me. I loved the organization that we got to work with in this day. Our guide Ojan (I think?) was so sweet and knowledgeable about all of the plants. Loved that this truly felt off the beaten path, we hardly saw anyone else except for the people living in the village. Really great lunch we are in the forest, and a lovely canoe ride. The trek was really fun through the jungle.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Experience Taman Beji Griya - Healing Experiences
Experience Taman Beji Griya - Healing Experiences
Indonesia

This was a really special cultural experience!! Our guide was great at the ceremony and the entire morning was amazing! I'm so grateful we got to experience this 💛

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 1
Experience Borneo Cruise Day 1
Indonesia

So fun to go to the feeding stations! Deka, our guide, was amazing! He was so knowledgeable about the wildlife, the culture, and we really enjoyed getting to know him. Yuni was the best cook, every single meal was so delicious!! Our boat was clean and had everything we needed! It even had a flush toilet and a shower! The wildlife we got to see were truly amazing. 5 different kinds of primates and countless birds!! Deka was amazing in helping us identify the species for our species count 😊

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Yuqqa Macdalena

So many memories. This trip was nothing short...
Indonesia | Apr 26 - May 12, 2025

VICTOR
VICTOR D.
Singapore | Reviewed on May 13, 2025

So many memories. This trip was nothing short of exceptional. Borobudur, Mt. Bromo and Mt. Ijen, waterfalls, beaches, immersion in local culture, white water rafting and cycling in the rice fields (under torrential rain!) — all amazing experiences. All our guides were awesome, and all the accommodations great, perhaps with the exception of Jiwa Jawa Bromo which was just ok.

Thanks so much to Marc for having planned it so well, and for standing by for all our questions and requests along the way.

We’ll be back to Indonesia soon for sure!

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 14, 2025

Thank you for your review and thoughtful feedback, Victor!

It was a pleasure planning this adventure with you and staying in touch throughout your trip, filled with memorable experiences—from Borobudur to Mt. Bromo and Ijen, cultural encounters, and even cycling in the rain!

Looking forward to welcoming you back to Indonesia soon for more unforgettable adventures.

Best regards,
Marc

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