Indonesia

Volcanos
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.
Volcanos
Beaches
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.
Beaches
History & culture
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.
History & culture
Weather
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.
Weather
Wildlife
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.
Wildlife

Southeast Asia

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Visit Jakarta, Java

The country’s capital is the usual entry point for your travels in Java and indeed most of Indonesia. There some good museums and other points of interest, shops, nightlife and accommodation options.

Jakarta History Musuem, Kota, Jakarta

Jakarta

Java, Indonesia

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The country’s capital is the usual entry point for your travels in Java and indeed most of Indonesia.

The city has much to offer the visitor in terms of shops and nightlife, but most prefer to move onwards as soon as possible.

Points of interest

Apart from shops and nightlife the main points of interest in the city include the harbour and maritime museum, Independence Square, the National Monument and Museum, and the Taman Fatahillah – a cobblestone colonial square lined with old Dutch buildings.

Accommodation

There are some commendable accommodation options, such as the Alila and the Dharmawangsa, and also some very good restaurants which give a fine flavour of the variety on offer in the rest of the country.