Travel Indonesia
If you're considering a trip to Indonesia, you will not regret it, since this country of Southeast Asia and Oceania is one of the best travel gifts anyone can give themselves. Anf that is because it contains some of the most beautiful gifts nature has to offer: volcanoes, rice fields, rain forests, breathtaking expanses of heavenly blue water, and much more.
Many Reasons to Travel There
Discover a bewildering ethnic and cultural diversity, walk in authentic and colourful villages, explore lush vegetation, surf in crystal-clear turquoise waters, explore thousands of islands just waiting to be discovered: all good reasons to travel to Indonesia, especially if you want a unique experience, because that is just what you will get when you choose to take a trip to Indonesia!
Climate and Geography
Consisting of some 17,000 islands, Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world. The destination straddles the continents of Asia and Oceania and contains land on both sides of the equator. It has terrestrial borders with Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, and Timor and sea borders with a number of countries, including Singapore and Thailand.
The five main islands of Indonesia are Sumatra, Java, Kalimantan, Papua, and Sulawesi. Each of them has something special to offer the traveller and each deserves our attention.
Tropical Climate
Indonesia has a tropical climate, meaning it's nice and warm almost all year round. Apart from a few rainy days, the average temperature in Indonesia is between 26 and 30 degrees, making it an ideal destination if you want to spend your next vacation in the sun.
Opulent Flora and Fauna
The climate and the geographical position of the archipelago mean that a wide variety of flora and fauna are found in Indonesia. In fact, after Brazil, Indonesia is the country with the richest biodiversity in the world! There are many rare wildlife species, such as orangutans, leopards, rhinos, and many other mammals you will want to see.
Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park
The country has many protected sites, such as the Bromo-Tengger-of Semeru National Park, perfect for exploring rare mammals. It offers its visitors breathtaking spectacles: green peacocks, exotic monkeys, panthers, and dholes are just a few examples of animals that you can see during your trip to Indonesia.
The Island of Bali
In addition to the diversity and richness of the flora and fauna, people go to Indonesia for its beaches and villages, such as Bali, reputed to be one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the world. Snuggled between the islands of Java and Lombok, Bali has the most beautiful landscapes in the world and will make your Indonesian trip an unforgettable experience.
Eat, Pray, Love… in Bali
There are many reasons to travel to Bali, including the things that you absolutely must do and must see. To give you a sense of the place and its wonders, you can view the film Eat, Pray, Love, featuring actress Julia Roberts, or read the book of the same name. The film is shot entirely on location and presents some of the most beautiful wonders of Bali. You will understand what it might mean to eat, pray, and love ... in Bali.
Surfing in Bali
So you go to Bali to eat, pray, and ... love all the beauty of its landscapes, its monuments, and its people. Surfing is very popular in Bali, especially at Balian Beach, a small resort containing some of the most beautiful surfing sites in the world.
As for the rest of the territory, the word 'magic' will come to mind over and again to describe the beauty of its temples, its beaches, and its people dressed in fabrics splashed with vibrant colours ... all of which will leave you speechless. The beaches of Kuta, Sanur, and Nusa Dua are among the busiest resorts of Bali.
A hidden treasure is waiting for you off the coast of Amed, the wreck of the USAT Liberty, a World War II cargo ship. If you are a diving enthusiast, you will jump at the opportunity to explore it!
Java and Its Many Volcanoes
We cannot talk about the essential sites of Indonesia without mentioning the island of Java and its majestic volcanoes. Indeed, in the east of the island are two of its most visited volcanoes: Mount Bromo and Mount Kawah Ijen.
It is possible to climb these mountains to admire them in all their splendour, as well as the surrounding landscape, once you arrive at the summit. The Merapi Volcano in Yogyakarta is also worth seeing, since you can experience the powerful lava flows all around it. A beautiful sight that is worth considering if you are planning a trip to Indonesia!
Volcanoes in Indonesia are unique in that they sometimes they come to life, so it is prudent before beginning the ascent to inform yourself from the experts as to the most dangerous volcanic areas on the island of Java to avoid unpleasant surprises. However, exploring extinct volcanoes is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, not to be missed if you have the chance.
Besides Java and Bali, there are many other essential things that it is possible to discover in this country straddling Asia and Oceania, whether in the context of an organized tour, a discount trip, or a vacation with family or friends. No matter how you decide to visit, you will be satisfied with your trip to Indonesia, since this is one of the most spectacular and friendly countries that you will have the honour of experiencing. Have a nice trip !
