Best time to visit
26 things to do in Java
Kawah Ijen Volcano
This volcano is famed for "electric blue lava" and world's largest highly acidic crater lake
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!
Rainbow Village (Kampung Pelangi)
A former slum area has become an Instagram hit thanks to vivid paint colours
Surfing in West Java
Great surfing spots include Pelabuhan Ratu Bay, famous for its rolling waves
Pindul Cave Tubing
A relaxing activity, but also an adventure, depending on what you make of it
Yadnya Kasada
Tenggerese worshippers bring offerings to the crater of Mount Bromo volcano
Kawah Putih (White Crater)
A striking lake in a volcanic crater is among main attractions in West Java
Ramayana Ballet at Prambanan
A visit to the Hindu temple is even more impressive when combined with an open-air ballet performance
Tangkuban Perahu
Visit Bandung's most famous volcano and try some food cooked on its heat
Tea Harvest
Visit beautiful Indonesian tea plantations where tea leaves are picked by hand
Coffee Harvest
Coffee is called java for a reason. Back in the 1800s, the main source of the world's favourite drink was the Indonesian island
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
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
Solo Batik Carnival
The colourful festival celebrates Indonesian culture and heritage
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
Chinese New Year
Celebrated by millions of Chinese Indonesians this holiday brings lots of color and joy
Jakarta International Java Jazz Festival
One of the biggest jazz events in Southern Hemisphere