Quick Facts about Indonesia

Away from the Carstensz Pyramid, the island of Java is the most popular hiking and climbing destination in Indonesia. Two of the 38 peaks that run from east to west across the island – Mount Semeru and Bromo – are especially popular for hikers of all levels.
Due to its immense size and relative isolation of the various islands, Indonesia is an incredibly culturally diverse country, with more than 300 different ethnic groups and 700 regional languages.
Away from hiking and climbing, Indonesia is also famous for its beaches and wildlife, with millions of tourists coming each year to snorkel in coral reefs and visit the nature preserves, which are home to incredible rare endangered species.

How To Get To Indonesia

Most climbing and hiking trips to Indonesia will begin with a flight into Ngurah Rai International Airport (DPS), in Bali. Guides will generally opt to meet here and arrange transport to the start of the trip, which will usually include ferries or a series of domestic flights.

What To Expect in Indonesia

Weather: Due to its location on the equator, temperatures are fairly constant year-round. In the highlands, the average daily temperatures are around 23 ºC (73 ºF). The peak trekking and climbing season also coincides with the dry season, so rain is infrequent but not uncommon.

Peak Trekking/Climbing Season: April to October

Currency: Indonesian rupiah (IDR)

Language: Indonesian

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