Indonesia Travel Guide

Indonesia is one of those countries your mother would wince at upon hearing that you're planning to visit. (Although she'd probably feel better if you brought along a Footprint Indonesia travel guide.) Indeed, the last 10 years have seen this nation in the headlines for all the wrong reasons. However, the world's largest archipelago has always promised great travel adventures and still does, from trekking through virgin rainforest in Sumatra, diving deep canyon walls in Komodo marine park and raving in hip clubs in Jakarta with the beautiful elite. While parts of Indonesia seem empty of tourists, this is a great chance to learn some Bahasa, mingle with welcoming locals and have a more genuine experience than travel on the well-worn trails of mainland Southeast Asia.

Indonesia Travel Guide Highlights
Bali Excellent diving and surfing, traditional culture and a vibrant nightlife.	Ubud The cultural heart of Bali.
Borobudur The largest single Buddhist structure in the world; surrounded by volcanoes and shrouded in mystery.	Gili Islands Golden sand beaches and the best snorkelling and diving off Lombok.
Sumatra Magnificent natural landscapes and one of the last remaining habitats of the orang-utan.	Komodo national park Home to the last living dragons.
Jakarta If you have one night out in Indonesia make it in Jakarta.	Danau Toba One of the most beautiful areas in Southeast Asia.
Gunung Bromo An active volcano and one of the most popular natural sights on Java.	Java Some of the finest kratons (palaces) in the country.