"David crafted a once-in-a-lifetime safari for us. Every detail, from the lodges to the guides, was flawless."
Emma & James Wilson
From Australia · Travelled to Kenya
September 2024
Best Time to Travel: Dry season (May–September)
Tailor-made Indonesia Tours 2026, 2027 & 2028
Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelagic state, consisting of over 17,000 islands stretching 5,000 kilometres across the equator. It is the only place on Earth where you can see Komodo dragons in the wild. It lies at the heart of the Coral Triangle, containing 75% of the planet’s known coral species. From the world’s largest Buddhist temple at Borobudur to the active volcanic calderas of Mount Bromo, Indonesia offers a scale of biodiversity and cultural density unmatched by any other island nation.
Indonesia
Why Travel to Indonesia?
Java’s Volcanic Scapes
Yogyakarta remains the soul of Java, where artisans produce hand-drawn tulis batik and Gamelan ensembles perform in the 18th-century Sultan’s Palace (Kraton). At sunrise, the 9th-century Borobudur reveals 2,672 relief panels and 72 perforated stupas overlooking the Kedu Plain. To the east, the 2,329-metre Mount Bromo sits within the 10-kilometre Sea of Sand caldera, an active volcanic landscape sacred to the Tenggerese people.
Islands of the East
Bali is defined by its Subak irrigation system and the 11th-century cliff-top temple of Uluwatu. Eastward, Komodo National Park protects the world’s largest lizard, reaching 3 metres in length, alongside the rare Pink Beach (one of only seven globally). In the Raja Ampat archipelago, the heart of the Coral Triangle, divers encounter over 1,400 fish species and 75% of the world’s known corals within the karst island chains of Misool and Wayag.
Borneo’s Rainforests
In Kalimantan, life revolves around the 1,143-kilometre Kapuas River and the ancestral Dayak longhouses, some sheltering 50 families under one roof. In Tanjung Puting National Park, traditional wooden klotok boats navigate blackwater rivers to reach Camp Leakey, a sanctuary for the critically endangered Bornean Orangutan. The canopy also supports the endemic proboscis monkey and over 200 bird species, including the rhinoceros hornbill.
Indonesia at a Glance
- Capital
Tashkent
- Population
37.2 million
- People
Javanese, Sundanese, Malay, Batak, Madurese, over 600 ethnic groups
- Religions
Islam, Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Folk
- Languages
Indonesian, 718 indigenous languages
- Currency
Indonesian rupiah (IDR)
- Phone Code
+62
- Time Zone
UTC+7, UTC+8, UTC+9
- Power Plug
Types C & F
- Peak Season
Dry season (May–September)
- Dishes
Nasi goreng (fried rice), satay skewers with peanut sauce, rendang (slow-cooked beef in coconut and spices), gado-gado (vegetable salad with peanut dressing), soto ayam (chicken soup)
- Neighbours
Malaysia and Brunei from Borneo, Papua New Guinea from New Guinea, and East Timor from Timor Island. Maritime boundaries with Australia, the Philippines, Singapore, and India’s Andaman Islands
- E-sim
Get an Indonesia e-sim from Airalo or Holafly, or locally from Telkomsel, XL, or Indosat outlets.
- Visa
Indonesia tourist visa information is available on the Official e-Visa Website for Indonesia. Contact us for visa assistance.
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What makes us different from the rest
Compare how Forward Travel stacks up against traditional travel agents and large tour operators.
| Feature | Forward Travel | Travel Agents | Tour Operators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personalised itineraries built around your interests | |||
| Direct access to a dedicated travel expert (David) | |||
| Handpicked local guides in every destination | |||
| Flexible dates, pace, and on-trip adjustments | |||
| Transparent, ethical pricing with no hidden margins | |||
| 24/7 in-destination support | |||
| Exclusive small-group experiences (max 15) | |||
| Responsible travel & community give-back |
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November 2023
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May 2024
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