Lonely Planet Indonesia

Lonely Planet Indonesia is crafted by Lonely Planet's local travel experts, revealing all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Indonesia.

Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from visiting the dozens of golden beaches along the coastline of Gunung Kidul to taking a diving tour of the Liberty shipwreck in Bali, and trekking through the rainforest in the little-visited Gunung Palung National Park.

Build a memorable trip with Lonely Planet Indonesia travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips. Updated with an all-new structure and design, you can navigate Indonesia and connect experiences together with ease.

Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys, combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions. Get fresh takes on must-visit sights, including Prambanan, Tumpak Sewu, and Pulau Menjangan.

Special features include where to spot wildlife, a volcano climbing guide, and a Borneo river cruise. Benefit from expert local recommendations on when to go, where to eat and drink, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more.

The guidebook includes an essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel.

Connect with Indonesian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions. Enjoy inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps covering Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, Maluku, Papua, Sumatra, Kalimantan, and Sulawesi.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet Indonesia.