Exploring Indonesia – why go and when!
Planning a trip to Indonesia is exciting but can also be a little daunting with so many islands on offer, huge distances to cover and so many amazing experiences to choose from. From which islands work best together, to how do I get from A to B and when is best to go. Luckily I know it well and help my clients plan the best holidays suited to them.
When people think of Indonesia they automatically think of Bali, which is a beautiful island full of gorgeous terraced rice paddies and sunsets on the beach but there is also so much more to Indonesia. In a two week holiday you can combine a few different islands giving you a variety of experiences from searching for the Komodo dragons, snorkelling past incredible fish and coral reef, to hiking up the most amazing hiking trails and volcanoes.
The peak time for visitors to Indonesia is the UK summer time, June – August but overall the best time to visit Indonesia is between April to October when the weather is perfect for island hopping, snorkelling and chilling out on the many gorgeous beaches! That said my personal travel tip is if you are flexible with travel dates the travel in May, June and September as the sun is shining and rain is minimal and you beat the crowds and can take advantage of shoulder season offers!
Indonesia is a special place and I love helping clients plan the perfect trip! I will never forget hiking up Mt Rinjani and seeing one of the most spectacular sunsets I have ever seen from my tent as I camped overnight, to following an experienced ranger around Rinca Island in the Komodo National Park looking for Komodo dragons. I adored island hopping in the Gilli Islands and discovering little villages by bike in northern Bali and using Bali’s neighbouring island Lombok, a more untouched island, as a base for day trips and exploration. One of my favourite spots was Sudamala Resort Seraya, a gateway to the Komodo National Park, just off of Flores Island. A beautiful resort with bungalows overlooking the pristine beach, surrounding islands with incredible snorkelling right off the beach. Take me back!
Whether you are travelling as a couple and perhaps planning a honeymoon or special trip, with friends or your family there are so many wonderful experiences to have and each holiday will be slightly different depending on what you want to encounter. What I can guarantee is that you will have an amazing trip wherever you go – but planning is essential to make sure you have a tailored holiday for you. This is where I come in with my experience in Indonesia as I have both travelled there and worked with Indonesian companies for many years so I can help you plan something truly special!