About Indonesia Travel
Indonesia is a fascinating place to travel. From the busy digital nomad hot spots of Bali to the hidden jungle paradises of Sumatra, this is a country with more islands that you could possibly visit in a lifetime and somewhere you're almost guaranteed to return to.
Indonesia is blessed with some of the most incredible natural beauty of any country on Earth. With bubbling volcanoes, dazzling lakes and thundering waterfalls, Indonesia is about as visually stunning as a country can get.
Indonesia travel isn't always easy, but there are rewards at every turn. For every bumpy bus ride and arguably irresponsible boat journey there is an endearing culture, a local friend and a life-changing experience. Learn to embrace all aspects of Indonesia travel and you'll have the adventure of a lifetime.
Things To Do In Indonesia
With over 17,500 islands and more than 54,000 kilometres of coastline, Indonesia is blessed with more beaches, hidden coves, secret lakes and unique tribes than you can possibly understand in a single visit.
There are people here who have yet to meet a foreigner, there are islands that have barely been stepped on by humans and there are reefs that have yet to be discovered.
Indonesia is one of the last frontiers of travel and whether you stick to the tourist trail or you venture far off the beaten path, you're bound to find a slice of your own paradise in this breathtaking archipelagic nation.
15 Top Tours in Bali: A Guide To The Best Activities
Famous for its beaches, rice terraces, and temples, Bali is one of those places that seems to be on everyone’s bucket list. Whether you’re a backpacker, honeymooners, or a traveling family, the Island of the Gods is an appealing destination. In this post, I’ll ...
15 Best Things to Do in Lombok, Indonesia
Indonesia is a sprawling archipelago nation composed of over 17,000 islands. Unfortunately, most travelers only make it to one of them. While Bali is certainly an incredible place to visit, you shouldn’t overlook its neighbor to the east when planning your trip to Indonesia. ...
10 Awesome Things to Experience on the Gili Islands of Indonesia
The Gili’s are a trio of tiny islands situated to the east of Bali in Indonesia. AÂ tropical paradise offering crystal clear warm waters, chalky beaches and rainbow coloured reefs. Each island has its own vibe and all are a haven for travellers looking to ...
Places To Visit in Indonesia
With over 17,500 islands there are simply too many places to visit in Indonesia to list on a single blog post, but we've done the hard work and narrowed it down for you.
After travelling and living in Indonesia for more than 6 months, we've been able to visit most of the popular tourists hot spots, as well as a few of the more off track islands and destinations in the country. Click the button below to learn about all of the best places to visit in Indonesia.
Travel Guide to Gili Trawangan, Indonesia
Exactly a decade later, we returned to Gili Trawangan, one of the three little Gili islands located off the coast of Lombok in Indonesia. With white-sand beaches, calm turquoise water, numerous accommodation options, and excellent nightlife and diving, Gili T attracts a wide range of travellers. ...
Candidasa, Bali: A Guide For Travellers
You’ve probably heard of the popular Island of the Gods in Indonesia. Bali is a hotspot for backpackers, holidaymakers, yogis, surfers, scuba divers and everyone in between. There are so many things to do and places to visit and there really is something for everyone here. ...
Raja Ampat Indonesia: The Ultimate Travel Guide
With around 1,500 islands to explore, a unique West Papuan culture, and some of the most epic scuba diving and snorkelling on the planet, Raja Ampat in Indonesia is a must-visit destination. Whether you’re looking to do some snorkelling or diving in Raja Ampat, explore its ...
Gangga Island: A Complete Travel Guide
With nothing more than one dive resort and two small villages, Gangga Island in North Sulawesi is truly off the beaten path. If you’re looking for a tropical Indonesian island getaway filled with scuba diving, snorkelling, village visits, and lounging poolside, read on to learn more ...
15 Best Places to Visit in Bali, Indonesia
Bali is one of the most talked-about travel destinations in the world, and for good reason. With hip beach towns, traditional villages, a couple of volcanoes, and even a few smaller islands off the coast, there are plenty of places to visit in Bali. While Bali ...
Canggu Bali: A Complete Travel Guide
Imagine waking up in a private pool villa in Canggu Bali with the sun beaming in through the glass windows. The agenda for the day consists of surfing in the morning at a Canggu beach and working at one of the funky co-working spaces until it’s ...
Indonesia Travel Information
Below you'll find all of the posts on our blog with practical information about travelling to Indonesia including travel guides, where to stay, the cost of living as well as some information about diving and travelling on a budget. Click the posts and enjoy!
Indonesia Travel Guide
Indonesia is a fascinating place to travel. From the busy digital nomad hot spots of Bali to the hidden jungle paradises of Sumatra, this is a country with more islands than you could possibly visit in a lifetime, and somewhere you're almost guaranteed to wish to ...
Our Indonesia Travel Blogs
After living and travelling around Indonesia for over 6 months, it's not surprising that we have a lot of travel blogs and travel videos about this breathtaking archipelagic nation. Check out our posts below if you want to follow our own adventures through Indonesia.
Digital Nomad Life in Canggu – Our Time in Bali
It has been a while since we wrote a life-update here on Goats On The Road and I figured now was a good time to do so. If you’ve been following the blog, Facebook or you’re subscribed to our newsletter, you’ll know that we’ve spent the ...
Getting Paid To Scuba Dive: My Experience Working With the Indonesian Tourism Board
I’ve already written about my time spent scuba diving in Alor, Komodo and Raja Ampat, but they were mostly just detailed guides about how to get to the sites and experience the diving in Indonesia. I wanted to write a separate article from my perspective, as ...
Climbing Mt. Batur Volcano For Sunrise – A Travel Tale From Indonesia
“Memories from 2009″… We were in Kintamani on the island of Bali in Indonesia. It was a sleepless night as our neighbours were yelling and partying until midnight. Ok, so midnight isn’t actually all that late and we would have joined them if we didn’t have to ...
Our First Backpacking Trip – Where It All Began!
Our travel life began long before Goats On The Road was born, and because of that, we don’t really have any stories from our First Trip. We constantly refer to “our first trip” or “when we first started travelling” on this site, but where did we ...
THE BEST TIME OF YEAR TO VISIT
When To Travel To Indonesia
The Best Time To Visit: April-September
While you can technically visit Indonesia at any time, the absolute best time to visit the country is when the weather is still clear, but there are fewer tourists. This means avoiding the uber-peak season of the Australian summer months and the Christmas holidays around December and January.
Generally speaking, the absolute best time to visit Indonesia is in the dry season between the months of April to September, but there are some regional variations to this.
Best Time To Visit Bali
The dry season in Bali is between April and September. During these months the weather is generally characterized by sunny blue skies and little rain.
Probably if you're heading to Bali for your Indonesia vacation, you'll want to go in May-June or September if you want to have that goldilocks balance of great weather and fewer crowds.
Best Time To Visit Sulawesi
Because of the strange shape of this island, there are drastically different weather conditions depending on where you are on the island.
In Toraja on the southern part of the island for example, the monsoon rains start falling between November and April, whilst the more northern city of Manado and nearby villages experience rainfall year round, while having the driest weather between the months of July and October.
Keep in mind that the mercury can rise to uncomfortable temperatures in Sulawesi along the coast, with heights of 34°C. Conversely, the mountains of the island can get to a brisk 24°C in the winter months.
Best Time To Visit Java
The best time to visit Java is again in the dry season between the months of May and September. At this time the weather is dry and sunny and the days are hot. This is also the best time for mountain climbing in popular destinations like Ijen and Bromo mountains.
The rainy season here (November to March) has a few intense showers, but the worst of it is usually on the central and west areas, while East Java generally has more calm rains year-round.
Best Time To Visit Sumatra
Sumatra is an enormous island straddling the equator, so it's no surprise that the weather conditions vary a bit across this body of land.
North Sumatra has a more tropical climate with rain occurring year round, while the more rain forest blanketed regions of Bukit Lawang see the highest level of rainfall, most of this comes between October and January.
South Sumatra has a much more defined seasonal climate, with the dry season coming between April and October, and the wet season between November and March.
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