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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.

Gunung Kawi Sebatu Temple
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Bali Honeymoon - 8 Days

Spend eight days in two of Bali's most popular spots with this itinerary. You'll start off in Seminyak, visiting surfing beaches and watching the sun set. Then head to Ubud to take in the temples and wildlife and learn to cook in the Balinese style before you depart.

Honeymoon in Bali - 14 Days
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Active Honeymoon in Bali - 14 Days

Tied the knot and want a customized trip to celebrate your love? Try honeymooning in Bali. This tour combines culture, relaxation, beautiful landscapes, snorkeling, and a touch of adventure: the perfect combination for an unforgettable honeymoon.

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 active volcanoes as you trek some of Indonesia's most impressive craters
Map of Temples and Trekking from East Java to Bali - 14 Days
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.

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.

Make the Most of Your Time in Indonesia

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Bratan Lake
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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Aerial view of Lombok
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Explore Indonesia's Jungles & Sea: Bali & Lombok - 9 Days

Experience Indonesia's diverse landscapes as you explore two of its islands: Bali and Lombok, beginning with Bali. Check out Ubud's striking temples and stroll its charming streets, have your camera ready when you visit Tegalalang Rice Terraces and summit Mount Batur for views over the Bali landscape as the sun rises. Once on Lombok, you'll swim and snorkel along hidden coves and amid coral reefs, as well as hike through rainforests and cool off beneath cascading waterfalls like Tiu Kekep.

Tirta Empul Temple
Map of Indonesia's Nature, Culture & Wildlife: Bali & Borneo - 9 Days
Indonesia's Nature, Culture & Wildlife: Bali & Borneo - 9 Days

Experience Indonesia's natural beauty, culture, and wildlife as you explore the unbeaten path from Bali to Borneo. Start in Ubud of Bali, and discover charming streets before visiting the iconic Tegalalang Rice Terraces. Meet a local family living in a Rumah Desa to discover Balinese culture and cuisine before a sunrise climb of Mount Batur. Fly to Borneo to cruise through the jungle and meet orangutans in their natural habitat and end your time in Sanur, enjoying its beautiful beaches.

Discover Bali and all its delights, including the stunning Sanur coastline
Map of Best of Bali: Tanah Lot, Munduk, Ubud & Sanur - 9 Days
Best of Bali: Tanah Lot, Munduk, Ubud & Sanur - 9 Days

Enjoy nine days of island life on this strictly Bali highlights tour. Touch down in Tanah Lot and savor the beach vibe and its spiritual soul, discover temples in Munduk, and cool off at Sekumpul Waterfall. Next, visit the Monkey Forest, famed Tegalalang Rice Terraces, and Tirta Empul temple near Ubud. Learn about Balinese culture in Sideman, followed by a plunge into Sanur's spectacular crystal-clear oceans.

Indonesia Travel Maps

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7 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itineraries
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Indonesia map: 10 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itineraries
10 Days in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itineraries
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Indonesia map: 2 Weeks in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Indonesia - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Indonesia
Travel specialist Hien Do
active 19 hours ago

Hien Do

I was born and grown in Vietnam and deeply love my country. I have always been passionate about travelling and wanted to share my experience with others. My country is full of beautiful places and...

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Travel specialist Marc Urban
active 22 hours ago

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 Tom Zhou
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Tom Zhou

My passion for travel has taken me to visit all 11 Southeastern Asia countries. 12 years of experience with Odynovo Travel has given me the opportunity to witness some of the world’s most cherished...

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Travel specialist Alisha Estevez
active 21 hours ago

Alisha Estevez

Hello my name is Alisha, 31 years old and I am originally from Germany. In 2016 I finished my university and decided to travel afterwards. My first stop was Bali and I fell in love with the island...

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Trip Reviews for Indonesia

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Both Specialist and Driver Just Aaaamazing!
Indonesia | May 3 - May 9, 2023

Henry
Henry H.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on May 19, 2023

Our Specialist: Theresa
Theresa was so awesome from the beginning! As someone who lives in Bali herself, she was able to give us honest opinion on what the places are about and how long the wait time would be for pictures, and from there we were able to easily determine if it's worth our time. She created a perfect itinerary exactly what we wanted and covers all the things we wanted to see, even planned a small secret birthday celebration and massage for my gf and her best friend. Throughout... read more

Our Specialist: Theresa
Theresa was so awesome from the beginning! As someone who lives in Bali herself, she was able to give us honest opinion on what the places are about and how long the wait time would be for pictures, and from there we were able to easily determine if it's worth our time. She created a perfect itinerary exactly what we wanted and covers all the things we wanted to see, even planned a small secret birthday celebration and massage for my gf and her best friend. Throughout the trip she always check up on us to make sure the trip is going as planned and that we're satisfied with everything! She is definitely the best specialist we could ask for on this Bali trip!

Our Driver: Agung
Agung from the very first time we met him, he's always with a smile. Despite driving us all day he never says no to any of our request if we all of a sudden need to go somewhere. No matter how early how late, he's always at the spot way early ready to take us on our everyday journey. He used to be a tour guide, so that's a huge bonus! He was able to suggest us different hidden spots and other things to explore on the go, but at the same time totally respect what we want. And that really made our already perfect trip even more perfect!! Not only that, he genuinely cares about us. In the middle one of us not feeling well he would go out of his way to find medicine for us, with his own money! Or provide whatever he had on him, like vitamins or cough drops. He was like a Bali dad to us taking care of us for 7 day straight which made this trip that much more special! We would always ask him to eat lunch and dinner with us, he didn't even try to take advantage, hed always say he's full or that's too expensive he doesn't want us to treat. We always have to force him haha. When we arrive at airport on departure day, we all even teared up a little that our journey with Agung came to an end. He is such a special driver that I'll never forget!

Theresa and Agung are both amazing that made our trip so wonderful!! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an unforgettable Bali trip!!!

Hotel Reviews
Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

You would not believe where this hotel is, the road leading to it is so tiny and hidden, but that makes it so surprising when you get to the hotel! So pretty and relaxing! Living in the jungle with beautiful infinity pool in the middle! Never stayed at any hotel like this! The breakfast so special and pretty we look forward to it every morning! Staff are all so great and friendly. Always doing their best to accommodate whatever you request! Wonderful hotel!

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Maya Sanur Resort & Spa
Sanur, Bali

Only bummer was we only stayed one night. Beautiful hotel with amazing buffet breakfast right next to the beach. Room was so spacious and pretty. The infinity pool was so beautiful that faces the beach and ocean. Definitely wanna come back to this hotel to stay a bit more next time. They also have bikes for you to ride around and just a little walk or ride you get to this street with lots of little shops to buy souvenirs and money exchange, it was nice!

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Local specialist: Theresa Unterluggauer

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planni...
Indonesia | Apr 16 - Apr 29, 2023

Megan
Megan C.
North Tustin, CA | Reviewed on May 07, 2023

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planning this trip about 3 weeks before we planned to go, and she made it happen. She gave us a great first draft of our itinerary based on the online survey we took, and then helped us to fine tune it until our trip was exactly what we wanted. She understood the vibe we were going for, the mix of activities, and then when we were in Bali, she checked on us almost every day. We loved the cultural experience in Sideman, the sunrise hike up Mount Batur, ... read more

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planning this trip about 3 weeks before we planned to go, and she made it happen. She gave us a great first draft of our itinerary based on the online survey we took, and then helped us to fine tune it until our trip was exactly what we wanted. She understood the vibe we were going for, the mix of activities, and then when we were in Bali, she checked on us almost every day. We loved the cultural experience in Sideman, the sunrise hike up Mount Batur, the scuba diving in Gili Air, and the beach hopping around Bukit Peninsula. She also surprised us with massages at two of our hotels! Also, a big shout out to our driver Bagus - he was always on time and very fun to get to know! He answered all our questions about Bali and Indonesia and even taught us some phrases in both languages. After this trip, we want to go back! And would definitely want to work with Theresa and Bagus again if we could :)

Hotel Reviews
Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

Beautiful property with fantastic staff! About 20 minutes from Ubud centre, but the hotel offers a free shuttle to/from throughout the day.

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Atoll Haven Gili Air

Beautiful, peaceful, private property. Perfect for a honeymoon. Owner and staff were friendly and helpful. Room came with bikes, which was nice since the property is about 15 minutes from the town center.

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Le Yanandra Resort Bali

We loved our 2-bedroom villa! Beautiful indoor and outdoor living spaces. The hotel offered breakfast served in the room so we did that every morning. Our only critiques are the bugs - lots of ants and spiders, particularly in our bathroom. And also, the neighborhood dogs and roosters were loud throughout the day. The latter didn’t bother us too much, but that could bother other guests. Also, the location is a bit far from shops and restaurants. You’ll either need to rent a motorbike (we did this) or the hotel can also arrange taxi rides for you, but that can get pricey.

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Local specialist: Theresa Unterluggauer
Theresa
Theresa Unterluggauer
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 08, 2023

Hello Megan,
thank you so much for your cute words. It was my pleasure to plan your honeymoon together with you :) Feel free to reach out to me any time. I wish you the best for the your future together!

Sunny greetings from Bali,
Theresa

Perfect trip customized to our interests
Indonesia | Apr 13 - Apr 23, 2023

Rebekah
Rebekah U.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on May 02, 2023

Ana and the team at Shanti helped us plan and book a phenomenal trip through Bali! She had all the local knowledge needed to help us customize our itinerary to our interests and prioritize activities that worked for us. She set us up with amazing local guides, including our driver for the week (Rusna!), a trail guide on Mt. Batur, and a guide through the highlights of Ubud. Most importantly, she was an on the ground, local contact available throughout our trip to answer questions and help us... read more

Ana and the team at Shanti helped us plan and book a phenomenal trip through Bali! She had all the local knowledge needed to help us customize our itinerary to our interests and prioritize activities that worked for us. She set us up with amazing local guides, including our driver for the week (Rusna!), a trail guide on Mt. Batur, and a guide through the highlights of Ubud. Most importantly, she was an on the ground, local contact available throughout our trip to answer questions and help us with any changes. Highly recommend the KimKim custom planning experience broadly and Ana and her Shanti team specifically!

Hotel Reviews
De Moksha Eco Friendly Boutique Resort
Tabanan

Gorgeous grounds, great food, and exceptional staff. Loved it!

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Beautiful, scenic grounds but not located near other amenities. Felt isolated.
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Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

Beautiful grounds, super helpful staff, and comfortable room. They provided a shuttle to central Ubud during regular hours and had special agreements with approved taxis that they could book on our behalf in off hours. The front desk was always accessible via WhatsApp.

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La Joya Biu Biu Resort
Jimbaran

Gorgeous, cliff side location. Drinks and extra amenities were a bit expensive compared to other places, but overall experience was positive.

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A/C in our room was hit and miss and the room was definitely "rustic."
Activity Reviews
Experience Ubud VW Safari Car Tour
Ubud, Bali

Superb driver who customized the day trip to our interests...and also took fantastic photos (an unexpected bonus!)!

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Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Indonesia

Tough climb with gorgeous views!

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Visit Goa Gajah Cave
Indonesia

This was a super super touristy place. As one of our first popular temple visits we did, we weren't aware and equipped to stop a guy from coercing us into a tour and insisting on payment at the end. We felt trapped in a guided tour we didn't actually ask for and in a show of performative religion that didn't feel respectful to the actual roots of the place.

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Visit the UNESCO Jatiluwih Ricefield
Indonesia

One of our favorite stops on the trip! An absolutely gorgeous walk through rice terraces with scenic mountain views beyond. We would have loved to spend more time enjoying this place!

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Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 03, 2023

Hello dear Rebekah!

Thank You so much for the kind words! They mean a lot!
I am also very grateful for having you and Amy as guests, because you were so easy going, you knew exactly what you wanted since you've done your research and you trusted me! Thank You!

I will pass the note to Rusna and we hope to see you in Indonesia again!

I love the pictures!!!

All the best,
Ana