Indonesia travel tips

Guidance for travellers applying from the United Kingdom. Always confirm requirements with the official visa authority.

Short answer: After your Indonesia visa is granted, keep copies of your documents, respect local laws, and confirm entry conditions still match your itinerary.

Practical tips

  • Apply for e-visa only through the official Indonesian immigration portal.
  • Carry IDR cash for small purchases and temple donations.
  • Book Komodo park permits and ranger slots before peak dry season.
  • Wear a sarong at Borobudur and Besakih Temple.
  • Check volcanic activity alerts before Bromo or Ijen hikes.
  • Use Grab or Blue Bird taxis in Jakarta instead of unmarked cabs.
  • Keep passport copies separate from originals on boat trips.
  • Purchase travel insurance covering diving and trekking activities.

Travel highlights

Attractions

  • Borobudur
  • Bali rice terraces
  • Komodo dragons
  • Raja Ampat reefs
  • Mount Bromo

Cities

  • Jakarta
  • Denpasar
  • Yogyakarta
  • Surabaya
  • Medan

Best time

May to September for Bali, Lombok, and Komodo; dry windows in Java for Borobudur sunrise trips.

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