With lush jungles in Kalimantan, crystal waters lapping soft white-sand beaches on the Kei Islands, and magnificent temple complexes to discover in Java, Indonesia is as vibrant as it is varied. This extraordinarily diverse country is spread across 17,000 islands, and boasts a rich assortment of languages, landscapes and cultures. Use our map of Indonesia below to start planning your trip.
From hanging out with orang-utans in Bukit Lawang, enjoying classical Javanese culture in Yogyakarta, to cruising through Borneo along the Sungai Kapuas, this eclectic country holds plenty to explore. Glimpse Komodo dragons on Komodo and Rinca, and on Java marvel at Borobudur, the world’s largest Buddhist temple. Snorkel along the coast of Indonesian West Papua and the Gili Islands and spot stunning marine life, or go shipwreck diving in Bali, whose warm waters teem with tropical fish.
If you are planning to travel to India, next to the map check out Indonesia itineraries and the best time to go. To add more details to your trip, read more on the best places to go, great things to do in Indonesia or learn about getting there and where to stay once you are there.
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written by
Charlotte
updated 09.02.2021
