Best time to go to Indonesia
Indonesia is never stiflingly hot, or bitingly cold; an entirely tropical archipelago, the whole country is bathed in a dewy, misty warmth that says ‘relax’![]()
The best time to visit Indonesia is between April and October, when you’ll find warm and sunny weather for beach-hopping, temple touring and walking, as well as snorkelling and diving. Despite its vast size, the country has a fairly even climate. The rainy season in Indonesia is between November and March, when you can expect sudden tropical downpours most days. For trekkers, especially, we would suggest considering the shoulder months of March to May and October to November as the best time to travel to Indonesia, with temperatures, crowds and prices lower if you’re prepared to risk the odd shower.
When to go to Indonesia, Month by month
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Java and Bali vacation in Indonesia
An adventurous tailor-made journey through Java, Indonesia
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This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
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Philip Beale, from our supplier Pioneer Expeditions, shares his advice on the best time to go to Indonesia: “The seasons in the country are pretty clear-cut – anytime from April through to September is generally the best time to visit, but it’s a country of three time zones, so it’s hard to generalise. The rainy season comes in and conditions start to get worse from October through to March, and although you can travel in the rainy season, you need to be prepared for two or three hours of rain daily plus a bit more wind. From April onwards it gets warmer with blue skies all day and then over our summertime, the weather is hot and sunny and perfect conditions for the wide range of activities that Indonesia offers.”
Festivals & events
Ubud Writers & Readers Festival
Taking place in Ubud, Bali’s artistic heartland, this a five-day party that brings the written word to life through the musings of some of the best Indonesian, Southeast Asian and international voices across a lively programme of book launches, talks, film screening and local workshops.
More about Indonesia
Our Indonesia travel guide aims to point responsible travelers in the right direction when it comes to what we rate & what we don’t as well as all the information you need on food, shopping & people to assist in your quest to discover Indonesia like a local.
Our interactive map of highlights features everywhere from Kalimantan and Sulawesi to Java, Komodo and Lombok.
From a kayak into the jungle to a tour of the temples, this is just the tip of the misty mountain when it comes to finding things to do in Indonesia.
Despite its enduring popularity, it’s still possible to find a quiet slice of life in Bali away from the hectic beach resorts.
If you’re getting into Game of Thrones or can’t forget Smaug from The Hobbit, there’s only one thing to do – set sail on a Komodo dragon tour.
Lombok’s a laid-back place with deserted beaches from where to surf, swim or snorkel over coral, and a majestic mountain at its core to challenge travelers in search of hardy hikes.
Sea kayaking in the Komodo Islands is a chance to be immersed in nature, paddling your way to remote corners of this beautiful national park.
Sulawesi is a legendary destination for diving and snorkelling, especially off its volcanic northern peninsula, but just as rewarding for visitors are its thick tracts of jungle, rugged mountains and proud traditional cultures.
Sumatra delivers big when it comes to both natural beauty and cultural wonders, from otherworldly volcanoes to ancient sites to the tropical jungle that orangutans call home.
Yogyakarta, on the island of Java, is a city of two parts, with a modern, busy side but with age-old customs and traditional arts living on in the ancient old walled town known as the kraton.
There are loads of activities for families in Indonesia, from hiking around volcanoes to horseback riding to snorkelling.
Read on for a few tips from our friends in Indonesia, including how to avoid overcrowded beaches and how to travel safely.
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Find all of our Indonesia guides in one place, including guides to Bali, Borneo, Raja Ampat and orangutan watching.
