Our Top 5 Off the Beaten Track Destinations in Southeast Asia

Originally published 24 October 2011

From Indonesia to Vietnam, we examine our top five off the beaten track destinations you can visit on an Audley trip to Southeast Asia.
House of a local, Ha Giang.

House of a local, Ha Giang.

Krakatau Indonesia

Famous for the devastating volcanic eruption that shook the world on August 27th 1883, what remains of tropical Krakatau island is just one hour off Java’s west coast.

You can climb the volcano and snorkel in the coral reefs that have formed in its shadows.

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Highlands Papua New Guinea

First explored in the 1930s, spectacular rituals live on in a far-flung world of feathered headdresses and spirit doctors.

Tribal cultures in this remote region really is the major drawcard of the country and you will come back with the most amazing memories and hopefully some impressive photos.

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El Nido Philippines

A one-hour light aircraft flight from Manila takes you to the stunning sheer limestone cliffs and islands of El Nido.

Rising out of the crystal clear, coralstrewn waters, this is one of the most picturesque areas in Southeast Asia.

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Vieng Xai Caves Laos

Nestled in a picturesque valley in the remote northeast of Laos, the Vieng Xai caves make for a fascinating and poignant detour on the overland route to Vietnam.

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Ha Giang Vietnam

In Vietnam’s far northeast, perched on the border with China lie the timeless villages of Ha Giang Province and a chance to experience a bygone world.

Expect terraced rice paddies, primary forests and winding mountain paths that climb through vertiginous passes to reach colourfullydressed minority tribes.

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In August 1883, Mount Krakatau in Indonesia exploded. In 1928, Anak or ‘Baby’ Krakatau nosed up out of the sea, and is now growing at the rate of five inches a week.
In August 1883, Mount Krakatau in Indonesia exploded. In 1928, Anak or ‘Baby’ Krakatau nosed up out of the sea, and is now growing at the rate of five inches a week.
Tribal cultures like the Ambua can be found in the Highland's of Papua New Guinea.
Tribal cultures like the Ambua can be found in the Highland's of Papua New Guinea.
El Nido is made up of hundreds of limestone islands which creates a stunning backdrop for activities like swimming or kayaking.
El Nido is made up of hundreds of limestone islands which creates a stunning backdrop for activities like swimming or kayaking.
One of the most picturesque and iconic places in the Philippines, El Nido can certainly claim to be well off the beaten track.
One of the most picturesque and iconic places in the Philippines, El Nido can certainly claim to be well off the beaten track.
The Vieng Xai caves system was home to the leaders of the Communist led revolution during their struggle against the French Colonial regime and later the American government.
The Vieng Xai caves system was home to the leaders of the Communist led revolution during their struggle against the French Colonial regime and later the American government.
Ha Giang offers visitors a glimpse of Vietnam from a bygone era.
Ha Giang offers visitors a glimpse of Vietnam from a bygone era.
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