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55 things to do in Indonesia

Baliem Valley Festival
Witness one of the most spectacular cultural events in the world and taste the life in Papua New Guinea

Makare-Kare or Pandan War
A traditional tribute to Lord Indra, the protector of Tenganan village

Mangosteen
Considered to be the queen of fruits, mangosteen is a perfect buddy for the durian!

White Water Rafting
Generally rivers in Bali are all class II and III, but during the wet season they may rise up to class IV

Wayang Kulit Puppet Theatre
This art from ancient times is fascinating even without understanding the language—enjoy the music and the mysterious dance of shadows!

Pacu Jawi (Cow Race)
An extreme tradition to celebrate the rice harvest

Kecak or Monkey Dance
A fascinating performance charms the audience and tells the story of the island

Banjarmasin Floating Markets
Start your morning with the freshest local fruits and vegetables for your healthy breakfast

Swim with Stingless Jellyfish in Kakaban Lake
Change the way you perceive these soft and slippery jellyfish by joining their underwater dance

Cap Go Meh (Tatung)
People dance, jump, sing, pierce their skin, and experience trance. You can join them or you can just stand aside and watch

Kelimutu Crater Lakes
You never know which colours of the lakes you'll find when you reach up the top—it depends on the mood of the spirits inhabiting the waters

Pink Beach, Komodo Island
An idyllic retreat spot at an official UNESCO World Heritage Site with clear turquoise water, green hills, endless blue skies, and striking pink sands

Climbing Puncak Jaya (Carstensz Pyramid)
Though not the highest one, this mountain is one of the most demanding in the world

Durian
Considered to be the king of the fruits, this smelly fruit tastes like nothing you've had before!

Longboat Ride and Longhouse Overnight
Spend a few nights with an indigenous community to learn the cultural roots of many cultures of Southeast Asia

Rainbow Village (Kampung Pelangi)
A former slum area has become an Instagram hit thanks to vivid paint colours

Yadnya Kasada
Tenggerese worshippers bring offerings to the crater of Mount Bromo volcano

Dieng Plateau
A volcanic plain called Abode of the Gods thanks to its heavenly beauty

Sea Kayaking
One of the best ways to explore the untouched beauty of Indonesia

Rice Terraces
Visit iconic lush green rice paddies where farming is still done the same way it was hundreds of years ago

Krakatoa Island and Volcano
Visit one of the most deadly volcanoes in the world while it's still in a peaceful state

Heaven Light (Jomblang Cave)
Witness the mystical heavenly light coming in through the hole in the cave

Java Mouse-Deer Breeding
This tiny animal is unlike any other deer in the world

Idul Fitri (Lebaran)
A time when life slows down in the cities, so people can feast and celebrate

Climbing Mount Semeru
The abode of Hindu gods and the tallest mountain on the island can be conquered with some effort

Tumpak Sewu Waterfall
The most beautiful waterfall in Java and possibly all of Indonesia

Gereja Ayam or Chicken Church
An abandoned church shaped like a giant chicken in the middle of the jungle

Cocoa Harvest
Witness various stages of chocolate production in Indonesia

Diving in Raja Ampat
The scuba diving heaven of Indonesia is like no other place on earth

Padar Island
Explore one of the most beautiful islands in Indonesia

Tanah Lot
A picturesque Hindu temple is one of the most popular photo spots in Bali, especially at sunset

Chinese New Year
Celebrated by millions of Chinese Indonesians this holiday brings lots of color and joy

Holy Week & Easter in Indonesia
Delve into regional peculiarities of Easter celebration in Indonesia

Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival
One of the biggest jazz events in Southern Hemisphere

Gawai Dayak (Hari Gawai)
A vibrant Dayak ethnic festival, marking the end of the harvest season in Sarawak, Malaysia and West Kalimantan, Indonesia

Kitesurfing
A true paradise for any kind of surfer with stunning beaches and nature

New Year's Eve in Bali
Ring in New Year dancing on the beach and swimming in the warm ocean

New Year's Eve in Indonesia
Check out the most exquisite ways to celebrate NYE in Indonesia

Sacred Monkey Forest
Meet the lively long-tailed macaques of Bali as they roam freely in their jungle home

Besakih Temple
Discover the timeless allure of Bali's Besakih Temple, where ancient tradition meets breathtaking beauty

Black sand beaches
Take amazing photos and discover the charm of black sand beaches in Bali