Travel advisory · IndonesiaSome governments advise against travel to parts of Indonesia.The warnings cover only these areas: Central Papua, Highland Papua, Indonesian Papua, Papua province, South Papua province, West Papua province.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice

Areas with warnings

Central Papua · avoid all travel · Germany, New Zealand, US
Highland Papua · avoid all travel · Germany, New Zealand, US
Indonesian Papua · avoid non-essential travel · Canada, Spain, Italy
Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, New Zealand
South Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, New Zealand
West Papua province · avoid non-essential travel · Germany, Spain, New Zealand

Also named by one government: Border with Malaysia (France), Border with Philippines (France), Border with Singapore (Strait of Malacca) (France), Inland waters (Banda, Java and Celebes seas) (France), Jayawijaya (France), Mount Ibu (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Marapi (3 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Ruang (7 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Semeru (5 km around crater) (Italy), Mount Sinabung (5 km around crater) (Italy), Paniai (France), Poso regency (New Zealand), Puncak Jaya (France), Timika (France)

Government	Advice	Updated	Read the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)	No advice against the whole country	–	Read the advice
United States (State Dept)	Exercise increased caution	Jul 7, 2026	Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)	Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	Oct 15, 2026	Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)	Exercise increased caution in Indonesia (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Ireland (Department of Foreign Affairs)	High Degree of Caution	–	Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

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Asia

Indonesia

A country of thousands of islands, where beaches, rice terraces, volcanoes and ancient temples are often a few flights or ferry rides apart.

Start with the essentials Where to stay Plan a trip to Indonesia

Indonesia is a large island country in Southeast Asia, lying between the Indian and Pacific oceans. It is the world's largest archipelagic state, and its main islands are Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi, Borneo (Kalimantan) and New Guinea (Papua). Jakarta, on Java, is the current capital. Most international visitors go to Bali first, where Hindu customs, temple festivals and gamelan music shape daily life. Many travelers then go to Java to see Borobudur and Prambanan, two temple complexes built between the 8th and 10th centuries.

Distances are long. Sea and air links connect the islands, and roads within each island are slow, so trips work best with fewer bases and more time on each one. The climate is tropical and humid year-round. The drier season runs roughly from May to October, though timing varies by region. Indonesia sits on the Pacific Ring of Fire, with about 400 volcanoes, so earthquakes, volcanic activity and tsunamis are real hazards to check before you travel.

Five things to know before Indonesia

Buy the e-VoA before you fly
Many passports qualify for a visa on arrival, which you can buy online in advance as an e-VoA. It suits short tourist stays; check length of stay and fee on the official immigration site only. Bali entry guide
Pay the Bali tourist levy
Foreign visitors to Bali pay a one-off levy per visit, on the official Love Bali site or on arrival. Keep the receipt on your phone. Bali
Do the arrival declaration online
Indonesia uses an online arrival declaration for customs and health. Fill it in shortly before you fly; the QR code speeds up the airport.
Plan around traffic, not distance
Canggu to Ubud is about 30 km and can take 1.5 hours. For temple days, hire a driver rather than stringing together short rides.
Bring a sarong for temples
A sarong and sash are required inside temples. Most lend or rent them at the gate, but your own is cleaner.

Indonesia travel guides

Practical guides from writers who live there.

Bali

Temples, terraces and the coast

Read the guide Yogyakarta

Borobudur, Prambanan and the sultan's palace

Read the guide Lombok

Rinjani, south coast surf and the Gilis

Read the guide Komodo National Park

Dragons, Padar and diving from Labuan Bajo

Read the guide Bali levy and e-VOA

The tourist levy and entry steps before you land

Read the guide eSIM and data

Staying online across islands

Read the guide Travel insurance

Scooter, dive and boat cover compared

Read the guide

Top places to visit in Indonesia

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Historic site · YogyakartaTaman Sari Tourist VillageGo in the morning. It is cooler, the crowds are thinner, and the site closes in mid-afternoon.

Sight · SumbaKampung Adat Praigoli

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Temple · MataramMeru Temple

Sight · FloresMount Inerie

Destinations in Indonesia

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CitySemarangExplore

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IslandFloresExplore

CityLabuan BajoExplore

IslandSumbawaExplore

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IslandNusa LembonganExplore

IslandBanyak IslandsExplore

National parkKomodo National ParkExplore

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CityPadangbaiExplore

Where to stay in Indonesia

Neighborhood first, hotel second.

All stay guides

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SeminyakWhere to stay in Seminyak: four bases, from Eat Street to Umalas

A stone Buddha statue among bell-shaped stupas at Borobudur temple in Indonesia

BorobudurWhere to stay for Borobudur: Yogyakarta, the village or the hills

Itineraries

3 daysSeminyak in 3 days: beach, spa, a driver day and sunsetA three-day Seminyak plan: beach and Eat Street on day one, a driver day to Ubud or Uluwatu on day two, spa and sunset on day three. Timed, with booking tips and a wet-day swap.

Lush green rice terraces with palm trees in Tegelalang, Bali

3 daysUbud in 3 days: temples, terraces and a slow dayA three-day Ubud itinerary: the center and Monkey Forest, a driver day to Tegallalang and Tirta Empul, then the ridge walk and a rest day. Timing, transport and what to skip.

ItineraryJakarta in 2 days: Kota Tua, Monas, museums and street foodTwo days in Jakarta by MRT, train and ride-hailing: Kota Tua and the National Monument on day one, museums, Menteng and food on day two, with traffic and heat built in.

What a day costs in Indonesia

Per person, in IDR

Work out your trip

BudgetIDR 310,000a day≈ $17 · per person

Hostel beds, cheap eats, buses and free sights.

Bed a night: IDR 150,000
Food: IDR 90,000
Transport: IDR 20,000
Sights: IDR 50,000

Mid-rangeIDR 1,050,000a day≈ $58 · per person

A 3-star room, casual restaurants, public transport and one paid sight a day.

Bed a night: IDR 500,000
Food: IDR 300,000
Transport: IDR 100,000
Sights: IDR 150,000

ComfortIDR 2,850,000a day≈ $157 · per person

A 4-star room, good restaurants, taxis and a guided tour.

Bed a night: IDR 1,200,000
Food: IDR 750,000
Transport: IDR 300,000
Sights: IDR 600,000

Checked Oct 3, 2026 by Aisha RahmanA source for every line on the trip cost page. Flights not included. Rates By Exchange Rate APIWork out your trip

When to go

Rainy days

Best

JanuaryRain28 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet season
FebruaryRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, humid
MarchRain24 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Nyepi, showers
AprilRain22 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Drying out
MayRain21 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Dry, green
JuneRain21 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°Dry, cooler
JulyRain19 rainy daysHigh27°Low25°Dry, busy
AugustRain19 rainy daysHigh27°Low24°Peak season
SeptemberRain17 rainy daysHigh28°Low25°Dry, calmer
OctoberRain20 rainy daysHigh29°Low25°Warm, dry
NovemberRain25 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Rains begin
DecemberRain26 rainy daysHigh29°Low26°Wet, holidays

Average daily high and low in Denpasar, Bali, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Right now in Indonesia

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 31°
Humidity: 75%
Wind: 4 km/h
Chance of rain: 82%

Jakarta

05:37 AM

Tuesday, November 3

GMT+7

Today34°25°82%Tuesday: Rain. High 34°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 82%.
Wed34°25°84%Wednesday: Rain. High 34°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 84%.
Thu33°25°100%Thursday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 100%.
Fri33°25°96%Friday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 96%.
Sat33°25°90%Saturday: Drizzle. High 33°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 90%.
Sun32°24°84%Sunday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 24°. Chance of rain 84%.
Mon32°25°98%Monday: Drizzle. High 32°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 98%.

Updated 05:05 AM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 18,144 IDR

Amount

Converted to

IDR · Indonesian Rupiah

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Indonesia

Big events, festivals and concert tours

Events calendar

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NovemberDiwaliNov 6 – 10, 2026

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NovemberPushkar Camel FairNov 17 – 25, 2026

NovemberLoy Krathong and Yi PengNov 24 – 26, 2026

Festivals by month

Jan
Feb
MarNyepiBali
Apr
May
Jun
JulSaparan BekakakYogyakarta
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

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Before you go to Indonesia

Island tours and boat tripsDrivers, day boats and liveaboardsCompare tours

Stays across the islandsBali bases, Yogyakarta and the GilisCheck availability

eSIM for IndonesiaCoverage fades on boats and in the eastRead the guide Insurance for IndonesiaCheck scooter, dive and evacuation coverRead the guide

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Rules for Indonesia, checked

Entry rules depend on your nationality, and visa-free entry, visa on arrival and e-VOA all apply to different passports. Check your own government's advice before you book.Read more Indonesia's immigration office publishes the current visa rules, including the e-VOA application, so check the official site before you fly.Read more Aceh applies aspects of Islamic law, so local rules there differ from other provinces. Check the rules for Aceh before you travel.Read more Drug offences carry severe penalties, and the death penalty is still in law. Papua has restrictions and security-related violence, so check advice for that region.Read more

Indonesia FAQ

How long can I stay on a visa on arrival?

A visa on arrival suits a short tourist stay and can be extended once at an immigration office. Check the current length and fee on the official immigration site before you travel; the Bali entry guide links the right pages.

When is the dry season in Bali?

Roughly April to October. July and August are the busiest, while May, June and September balance dry weather with lighter crowds.

Is Bali the only island worth it?

No. Lombok is a short flight or fast boat away, and Java has Borobudur and Yogyakarta, a short flight from Bali.

How many islands can you see in two weeks?

Two or three: Bali plus Java or Lombok, or Bali plus Komodo. Flights are cheap but airport time and slow roads add up, so avoid changing base every two days.

Is Indonesia safe for tourists?

Most visitor areas are, and the main risks are road traffic, scooter accidents, rip currents and volcano or earthquake activity. Check your government's travel advice, wear a helmet and use licensed boats.