Reasons To Visit Indonesia
Heading up Krakatau is like trekking over Mars and as the guides tell you once you get half way: "No further or our boots melt". The basic nature of camping out on the island is outshone by the fact you will probably be the only people staying overnight and will be sleeping just metres from the ocean in the shadow of a volcano. A beautiful coral reef around one side of the island offers excellent snorkelling and the views over to the peak of the smoking Anak Krakatau are superb.
The most obvious choice for a beach destination in Indonesia would be the island of Bali. Places like Seminyak, Sanur and Jimbiran are idyllic retreats.
Indonesia is scattered with many temples and ancient monuments. Perhaps the most famous is the vast pyramidal structure of Borobudur, considered to be one of Southeast Asia’s greatest religious relics. Hundreds of Buddha images stare impassively out over the plains and the detailed galleries and terraces that lead up to its central stupa tell tales of ancient gods and battles.
There is never really a 'bad' time to go to Indonesia and the weather is good during the British summer months unlike many other Southeast Asian destinations. Even during the wet season, the rain won't dampen the enjoyment of your holiday as it falls in short downpours and it means that the scenery around you will be lush and colourful.
Indonesia is home to some incredible wildlife and the national parks in Kalimantan and Sumatra are some of the best places to see it. Trek through jungles, rivers and waterfalls on foot or by elephant to discover the wonders of nature from the orang-utan to the world's largest flower.
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Sanur is located on the southeast coast of Bali, only 18 kilometres from the airport. It's a good centre for watersports and works well as a base for exploring other areas of Bali.
La Taverna is a Balinese-style hotel that provides European comfort. It is set in beautiful, lush gardens, where a swimming pool and restaurant nestle beneath the palms overlooking the sea.
Formerly the traditional house of an extended Balinese family, the charming Tandjung Sari opened in 1962 as a hotel. The bungalows, of which there are only 28, have been furnished with Balinese...
A wonderfully stylish property with 23 villas situated in peaceful gardens behind the beach resort of Sanur.
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