Indonesia is so much more than Bali. This list covers 16 must-visit spots across the archipelago: world-class diving, ancient temples, epic sunrises, and cultures you won't find anywhere else. Which one are you going to first?
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The largest volcanic lake in Southeast Asia with Samosir Island in the middle. Rich Batak culture.
An ocean on top of a mountain. Calm, vast, and full of stories
Lake Toba
Wake up with dragons, end the day with the best sunset in Indonesia.
The gateway to Komodo National Park. Think pink beaches, limestone islands, and dragon sightings.
Labuan Bajo
The #1 diving destination on earth. 1,500 islands, crystal water, and reefs bursting with life.
If heaven had WiFi, the signal would be from here
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2 temples, 1 day, 1,000 years of history.
Two UNESCO wonders. Sunrise at Borobudur and sunset at Prambanan with Mount Merapi behind it.
Borobudur Temple
Wake up at 3am for a view that makes you forget you’re sleepy.
An active volcano in a sea of sand. The sunrise from Penanjakan is world-famous.
Mt Bromo
31 islands with stingless jellyfish, sea turtles, and overwater cottages.
Swim with jellyfish and not get stung.
Derawan Islands
The Caribbean of Eastern Indonesia.
A marine national park with 942 fish species. World-class diving and Bajo sea tribe culture.
Wakatobi Regency
A culture that teaches you about life by honoring those who left.
Iconic Tongkonan houses, unique funeral ceremonies, and terraced rice fields in cool highlands.
Tana Toraja Regency
Start your Indonesia adventure from the very edge.
The westernmost point of Indonesia. Snorkel in Iboih with water so clear it looks fake.
We Island
Bali 10 years ago. Quieter, wilder, more real.
Kuta Lombok beaches, Sendang Gile waterfall, and 3 Gilis with no cars or motorbikes.
Gili Meno island
A giant aquarium you can swim inside.
Marine park with vertical coral walls. 30 mins from Manado and it’s a diver’s dream.
Bunaken
Island hopping that looks like a postcard.
White sand beaches + giant granite rocks. Made famous by the movie Laskar Pelangi.
Belitung Regency
A cozy cold getaway without leaving the country.
Cool mountain air, Jatim Park, apple farms, and easy access to Bromo. Perfect for families.
Batu
The city that makes you happy to get lost.
Palaces, Malioboro Street, southern beaches, and ancient temples. The heart of Javanese art and food.
Yogyakarta
The hidden gem Instagram hasn’t ruined yet.
WW2 history, white sand beaches, and sunken ship diving. Still untouched and uncrowded.
Morotai Island Regency
A mini Switzerland, but with hot tea and spicy sambal
“The land above the clouds.” Colorful lakes, craters, temples, and tea plantations. Temps can hit 50°F / 10°C.
