Indonesia
Republic of Indonesia
South-Eastern Asia · IDN
Editorial Snapshot
Why Go To Indonesia
Indonesia rewards travelers who want island-scale variety, major temple sites, and nature-heavy trips that can look completely different from one stop to the next. Most first visits are stronger when built around one or two clear anchors such as Bali and Java heritage sites, Komodo, or Sumatra rather than treating the country as a single itinerary.
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Things To See
- Jakarta
- Borobudur Temple Compounds
- Prambanan Temple Compounds
- The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta and its Historic Landmarks
- Komodo National Park
- Cultural Landscape of Bali Province: the Subak System as a Manifestation of the Tri Hita Karana Philosophy
Best Months
Know Before You Go
- June through September is the easiest broad window in the current brief.
- Indonesia is too spread out for a one-size-fits-all route, so most first visits should stay focused on one island group or one pairing of regions.
- Bali, Yogyakarta and the major temple sites, Komodo, and Sumatra each support very different trips rather than one short combined itinerary.
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Flights
Hotels & Accommodations
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Open hotel and accommodation options for Indonesia.
Guidebooks
Lonely Planet Indonesia
Lonely Planet
Extensive coverage of Java, Bali, Sumatra, and Papua with off-the-beaten-path recommendations.
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Diving & Snorkeling Guide to Bali
Tim Rock, Simon Pridmore
Illustrated guide to 60+ dive sites around Bali with underwater photography and safety tips.
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Country Data
Stats At A Glance
Practical travel, safety, climate, and quality-of-life stats for Indonesia.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Jakarta
- Population
- 284,438,782
- Area
- 1,904,569 km²
- Region
- South-Eastern Asia
Languages
- Indonesian
Currency
Indonesian rupiah (Rp)
IDR
1 USD = 17,950.00 IDR
Cost of Living (World Bank)
29.9
Price level index (US = 100)
- Groceries
- 33.6
- Restaurants
- 15.3
- Rent
- 9.1
Safety & Peace
higher score = safer everyday environment · derived from World Bank homicide data
lower score = more peaceful · 1.0–3.5 scale
Monthly Climate Averages
These weather averages are based on data for Jakarta (6.17°S, 106.82°E).
LGBTQ+ Friendly
35/100
Traveler LGBTQ score
- Legal protections
- 20/100
- Lived safety
- 64/100
This score blends legal protections with lived-safety context so strong laws alone do not automatically push a country to the top of the ranking.
- Homosexuality legal✅
- Relationship recognitionNone
- Adoption recognition❌
- Anti-discrimination laws❌
- Employment protections❌
- Legal gender recognition❌
- Conversion therapy ban❌
Human Development Index (UNDP)
0.728
High human development
- 5-year change
- +0.013
- 10-year change
- +0.038
- Trend
- improving
- Data year
- 2023
- Gender Dev. Index (GDI)
- 0.945
- Gender Inequality Index (GII)
- 0.423
- Planetary-adjusted HDI (PHDI)
- 0.684
UNESCO World Heritage Sites (10)
- 🏛️
The Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta and its Historic Landmarks
Inscribed 2023
- 🏛️
Ombilin Coal Mining Heritage of Sawahlunto
Inscribed 2019
- 🏛️
Cultural Landscape of Bali Province: the Subak System as a Manifestation of the Tri Hita Karana Philosophy
Inscribed 2012
- 🌿
Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra
Inscribed 2004
- 🌿
Lorentz National Park
Inscribed 1999
- 🏛️
Sangiran Early Man Site
Inscribed 1996
- 🌿
Komodo National Park
Inscribed 1991
- 🌿
Ujung Kulon National Park
Inscribed 1991
- 🏛️
Borobudur Temple Compounds
Inscribed 1991
- 🏛️
Prambanan Temple Compounds
Inscribed 1991
Natural Beauty (World Bank)
- Protected land area
- 12.0%
- Forest cover
- 47.7%
Source: World Bank.
Wildlife & Birdwatching
- Threatened mammal species (IUCN)
- 212
- Threatened bird species (IUCN)
- 161
Source: World Bank / IUCN Red List. Higher counts indicate richer biodiversity, typically in tropical rainforest, island, and savannah ecosystems.
Food & Cuisine
33/100
Food and dining score
Built from two layers: dining-scene breadth and open prestige signals. We combine restaurant density, cuisine diversity, distinguished restaurants, and gastronomy-city recognitions from open data sources.
Luxury Infrastructure
87/100
Luxury & premium accommodation score
Based on OpenStreetMap luxury hotel density and World Bank international tourism receipts.
US Travel Advisory
There was no change to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Indonesia due to risk of natural disasters, unrest, and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Do not travel to the provinces of Central Papua, or “Papua Tengah,” and Highland Papua, or “Papua Pegunungan,” due to civil unrest. Advisory summary Unrest Demonstrations occur frequently in Indonesia, and they are a normal part of the political landscape, but the type, size, and impact vary significantly, and some demonstrations can turn violent. Avoid demonstrations and crowds. Natural disasters Indonesia regularly experiences natural disasters such as earthquakes, tsunamis, and volcanic eruptions. These may result in disruptions to transportation, infrastructure, sanitation, and health services. Review our information on Weather and Natural Disasters in Indonesia. Terrorism There is a risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Indonesia. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning. Terrorists target police stations, places of worship, hotels, bars, nightclubs, markets, shopping malls, and restaurants. Risks in specific areas Level 4 – Do Not Travel Central Papua and Highland Papua Do Not Travel to Central Papua and Highland Papua due to risk of civil unrest. Central Papua and Highland Papua experience sporadic but persistent, localized conflict. Armed separatist groups have kidnapped foreign nationals in isolated incidents. Avoid these regions. U.S. government employees working in Indonesia need special authorization to travel to Central Papua and Highland Papua due to safety risks. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Central Papua and Highland Papua due to safety risks. Do not travel to Central Papua and Highland Papua for any reason. If you decide to travel to Indonesia: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to get important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate. Enrolling helps the U.S. embassy or consulate contact you or your emergency contact in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Indonesia. Review our information on Travel to High-Risk Areas. Monitor local media for breaking news. Be prepared to adjust your plans. Have a plan to depart in an emergency that does not depend on U.S. government help. Review our information on Crisis and Evacuations. Visit the Indonesian geological agency for the latest information on natural disasters from the Government of Indonesia. Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website for the latest Travel Health Information for Indonesia. Whether you’re a first time or frequent traveler, use the International Travel Checklist. We highly recommend that you buy travel insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancelation coverage.
Read full advisory →Data current as of July 2026 and subject to change. Travel advisory information is sourced from the U.S. State Department and reflects conditions at the time of data collection, not real-time conditions. Do not rely solely on this information for travel decisions. Always check current government advisories for your nationality. Terms of Use · About our data