Indonesia
It’s one of those countries that is on everyone’s list. Whether you’re a backpacker, a honeymooner, a diver, a digital nomad, an adventure seeker, a beachbum, a nature lover, a foodie, a culture guru or anything else in between Indonesia is for you. I spent a little over five weeks here and only just began to scratch the surface. You might come for the Instagram pictures but you’ll stay for everything you discover here.
Basic Info
Drinking water: Do not drink from the tap
Plugs: Type C and F (See photo below)
Covid Updates
Only a select group of countries can visit under specific conditions. Closed to most of the world.
Money
Official currency: Rp Indonesian rupiah
Credit cards: Commonly used throughout Indonesia in cities and tourist areas but some remote places that get tourists (such as Bukit Lawang) don’t accept credit cards nor do they have ATMs so make sure to have cash with you. Additionally you’ll want cash to tip guides, at the markets and for smaller purchases.
Tipping: Hotels generally have a service charge so tipping isn’t required. Round up for taxis, and leave a little extra for exceptional service at bars and restaurants.
Visas
170 passports can visit Indonesia for 30 days visa free. Venezuela, a handful of central African countries and a handful of Middle Eastern countries will need a visa in advance.
**Always check with your government for the most up to date information on visa requirements.**
Vaccinations
None
**Assuming you are current on routine vaccinations. Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on required vaccinations specific to your home country**
Safety
Exercise Normal Precautions
**Always check with your government for the most accurate and up to date information on safety**
Language
Official Languages: Indonesian
How are you?: Apa kabar
Thank-you: Terima kasih
Yes: Ya No: Tidak
When to go
High season: July – mid – September are months to avoid as crowds, heat, high prices and availability are all issues.
May, June and September are still in dry season but with fewer crowds which makes it an ideal time to travel Indonesia.
With the exception of Christmas and New Years in December, October through April is considered low season with January and February being the wettest months (but usually there is some sun on most days mixed with random downpours). Prices are lower and crowds are too.
Divers on Bali, Lombok and Komodo will find the best time is April – September while diving around Maluku and Papua are ideal from October – April.
Responsible Travel
Palm oil- The logging industry is tearing through Indonesian rainforests and land to make room for more palm oil farms. Fertile land is being destroyed as those trying to maximize profits have little understanding or care in how to properly use the land. Indonesia already struggles to feed its own population and now even more land is being dedicated to palm oil. This goes for wherever you are in the world – check your product’s ingredient lists and only buy products with RSPO logo (Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil)
Buy and support locals for anything and everything you can such as food, accommodations, tour guides, etc.
Stay away from any organizations, programs or groups where touching orangutans is offered
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