Indonesia Treks & Cruises

: Indonesia offers volcanic mountains, tropical rainforests and extraordinary island biodiversity, with the best regions to explore including Bali, Java, Sumatra, Komodo and Sulawesi.

Bali Volcanoes & Rice Terraces: Bali’s volcanic landscapes and rice terraces offer rewarding walking and cycling through traditional villages and temple landscapes.

Java Volcanoes: Java’s dramatic volcanic peaks including Mount Bromo and Mount Semeru provide spectacular trekking across crater landscapes.

Sumatra Rainforest: Sumatra’s dense rainforest ecosystems offer trekking through habitats home to orangutans and rare wildlife.

Komodo National Park: Komodo’s rugged islands and marine ecosystems offer boat journeys, coastal walks and encounters with Komodo dragons.

Sulawesi Cultural Landscapes: Sulawesi combines dramatic mountains and distinctive cultural traditions including the heritage of Toraja communities

The best time to travel to Indonesia for hiking, trekking, kayaking and adventure touring is usually during the drier months when rainfall is lighter and conditions are more comfortable for exploring forests, coastlines and national parks.

Indonesia has a tropical climate with warm temperatures year round, typically ranging between 24°C and 32°C (75°F–90°F). Most regions experience a dry season and a wetter season which influence outdoor travel conditions.

During the wetter season tropical showers refresh the landscape and create lush green forests and flowing rivers. While humidity is higher, this time can still be rewarding for adventurous travellers seeking vibrant scenery and quieter trails.

Jakarta is +7 hours ahead of GMT/UTC

Bahasa Indonesia (official), Javanese, English, Dutch

Indonesian Rupiah

+62

Electricity in Indonesia is 230 Volts, at 50 hertz. The most common pin type is C. (2 round prong).

Most passport holders, including Australians, British, Canadians, Americans and New Zealanders can apply for an e-visa (E-VOA), if staying for 30 days or less, no later than 48 hours prior to travelling to Indonesia:

https://evisa.imigrasi.go.id/

You can also apply for a regular Visa on Arrival (VOA) at certain international airports, seaports and land crossings, however travellers are strongly encouraged to apply online prior to arrival. You will need to have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months from your time of arrival into Indonesia.

Effective September 1, 2025:

All international arrivals into Indonesia are required to complete the All Indonesia integrated declaration system. This unified digital platform covers immigration, customs, health, and quarantine.

What Travellers Need to Do:

1. Submit the form within 3 days before arrival.

2. Access the system via the web portal https://allindonesia.imigrasi.go.id or the mobile app (available on Android & iOS).

3. QR Code: Generated immediately upon registration and also sent to the traveller’s email. Travellers should save and present it on arrival (screenshot or downloaded file).

If entering Bali, the Bali Provincial Government has a tourist levy of IDR 150,000 per person for foreign visitors, this is separate from the e-Visa on Arrival and Visa on Arrival fees. To streamline entry procedures at Bali's airport and ports, travellers are urged to opt for cashless pre-payment before travelling.

https://lovebali.baliprov.go.id/home

If you are from another country, please check your visas requirements.

You must always carry identification (or a copy) such as your passport or resident stay permit. Officials conduct ID checks in tourist areas, including in Bali.

Your safety is our number one concern. Our safety track record is exemplary thanks to careful management and thorough consultation with local partners. Our industry leading risk management procedures have become a skill that we continue to refine. Our leaders in the field are highly trained and have safety as their number one priority. Expert leaders, risk assessments, quality inclusions and your financial security all come standard when you travel with us.

Please refer to our Travel Advisory page for updates on recent events, travel warnings and advice.

We strongly recommend that all clients take out travel insurance at the time of booking to cover against sickness, accident, loss of baggage, unexpected alterations to travel arrangements and travel disruption, emergency evacuation, cancellations, etc. Insurance information is enclosed with your pre-departure information. Please contact us if you would like to obtain a quote for your trip duration.

We suggest that you consult your doctor, local government inoculation centre or a travel medical specialist in order to get the most current advice regarding vaccination requirements.

Money and valuables should always be stored safely when travelling. Keep your passport with you at all times and do not leave it in your main luggage. You will need it to change money and check into hotels. Where safety deposit boxes are available, we recommend that you use them. Keep jewellery and valuables to a minimum.