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Bali · Jan 2027
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Best time to go
May to September is the dry season and the best time for beaches, diving and trekking. The wet season (October to April) brings humidity and afternoon storms, heaviest around January.
Top places
Things to do
Bali and temples
- Rice terraces and temples around Ubud
- Sea-cliff temple sunsets at Uluwatu
- Surf and beach clubs in Canggu
Islands and reef
- Komodo dragons and pink-sand beaches
- World-class diving in Raja Ampat
- Snorkel the Gili Islands
Volcanoes and nature
- Sunrise over Mount Bromo on Java
- Blue flames of Kawah Ijen
- Jungle and orangutans in Sumatra
Culture and food
- Nasi goreng, satay and rendang
- Borobudur and Prambanan temples
- Balinese dance and offerings
Costs
| What it costs | Typical |
|---|---|
| Hostel dorm, per night | $10 to $20 |
| Budget hotel or guesthouse, per night | $30 to $60 |
| Mid-range hotel, per night | $70 to $130 |
| Meals, per day | $15 to $35 |
With a partner, rooms, taxis and boats are the easy things to share. Our guide to splitting travel costs with a travel partner has a simple way to keep track. Estimates in US dollars, for planning only.
Getting around
Flights and ferries connect the islands; on Bali and in cities, ride-hailing apps are cheap and easy. Hiring a private driver for a day is good value.
How many people visit
International arrivals to Indonesia over the most recent years with data, roughly number 12 of 31 in its region by reported arrivals.
Source: UN Tourism (UNWTO) and the World Bank, updated 15 Jan 2026. * Latest estimate.
Key facts
- Largest city
- Jakarta
- Languages
- Indonesian
- Population
- 285.7 million (2025)
- Area
- 1,904,569 km² (735,358 mi²)
- Calling code
- +62
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
Travelling solo in Indonesia
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Indonesia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
- Rent scooters cautiously and always wear a helmet.
- At night, use a licensed taxi or a ride-hailing app rather than an unmarked car.
- Carry a copy of your ID and leave the original in your accommodation safe.
Meeting someone new? Talk here first, meet somewhere public, and read our travel safety guide.
Visa check
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Travelling to Indonesia with a travel buddy
How do I find a travel buddy for Indonesia?
Make a free profile and add your Indonesia trip with rough dates. You will see travelers going on your dates and open trips to Indonesia you can ask to join, or you can post your own trip and let partners find you. Asking to join a trip is always free.
When is the best time to visit Indonesia?
May to September is the dry season and the best time for beaches, diving and trekking. The wet season (October to April) brings humidity and afternoon storms, heaviest around January.
How much does a day in Indonesia cost?
Typical costs, in US dollars: hostel dorm, per night: $10 to $20; budget hotel or guesthouse, per night: $30 to $60; mid-range hotel, per night: $70 to $130; meals, per day: $15 to $35. These are estimates for planning only. With a travel partner, rooms and taxis are easy to share.
Is Indonesia good for solo travelers?
Arriving alone is fine: plenty of people start a Indonesia trip on their own, and a travel partner can be someone you share one day with or the whole route.
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