12 Tourist Attractions in Indonesia that are suitable for weekend getaway Destinations

The holidays are one of the most surefire way to release stress resulting from routine and dull. No need travelling abroad or spend money on expensive shopping centers, because Indonesia also got lots of interesting places are waiting for you to explore soon. The tour starts from the sea and the beaches, mountains, lakes, forests, and many others, can all be easily found in the land of the Emerald of the equator. Well, from Sabang to Merauke, there is a list of attractions that are suitable destination on holiday with family, among others:

1. Lake Toba North Sumatra

Lake Toba-North Sumatra

You are certainly not already familiar with the sights on this one, isn't it? Yes, the beauty of Lake Toba Samosir island in the middle is indeed managed to attract the attention of tourists, not only locally but also internationally. Lake Toba is itself a giant Lake formed in the result of volcanic activity. The Lake has a length of 100 km and a width of 30 km and is touted as the most beautiful volcanic Lake owned by Indonesia. Not only the beauty that attracts tourism, here visitors can also explore the area of pine forest around the Lake, enjoy warm baths, and frolic around the waterfall. Already? Wait a minute, on Samosir island there are 2 village also could not escape the attention of travellers, i.e. Tomok and Tuk. At Tomok, you can visit the tomb of King Sidabutar, Batak, Museum and see a puppet show Batak-gale. Want to stay overnight here? There are plenty of cheap lodging in Tuk you can set as reference. Once complete, isn't it?

2. the thousand islands – Jakarta

Thousand Islands-DKI Jakarta

Jakarta was not solely a matter of standstill, building skyscrapers, luxurious hotels and shopping centres, lho. If you want to shift slightly towards the North in the thousand islands, you will find Jakarta are different. Yes, there's a tourist called the thousand Islands National Park which does not only serve as a conservation zone, but also tourist attractions. In addition, the thousand Islands also has many beautiful islands are very suitable holiday weekend destinations, some of which is the island of the gods, Pabelokan Island, Pulau Bidadari island of Onrust, and much more. Because of its clear water and white sandy beaches, this place is the spot which is very suitable for diving, snorkeling, and other water activities. To reach the thousand islands, you have to cross the vessel provided in Ancol over 3 hours travel.

3. White Crater – Bandung, West Java

White Crater-Bandung, West Java

Shifted to West Java, Bandung, Pasundan on Earth, there are many attractions with captivating views that you visited, one of them is White Crater located in Ciwidey, Bandung. It is located approximately 50 km south of Bandung city, this tourist attraction is a volcanic Lake resulting from the eruption of Mount Patuha. Because mixed with sulfur, soil elements in the tourist area is entirely white. Interestingly, the Lake here also can change color according to the temperature levels of sulfur, as well as the climate. Because it is located at an elevation of 2,400 above sea level, the weather here is quite cold so you are advised to wear thick jackets. To be able to enjoy the beauty of the crater white, you simply pay the entrance ticket costs Rp 15,000. On site, there are many facilities that you can enjoy, from musala, restaurant, parking, and transportation from the gate to the crater.

4. Siung Beach – Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta

Siung Beach-Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta

In addition to the rich historical, cultural, and culinary, Yogyakarta also has many beautiful sights that are not less with those in foreign countries, one of which is the Siung Beach in Gunungkidul Regency, Yogyakarta. The beach is located in district of this Babbler have truly alluring charm. Not only are its white sand and blue water, the atmosphere at the beach is also relatively quiet because not many people visit, so it is very suitable for you who want a refreshing relaxation of mind. Just a suggestion if you want to here, wear a personal vehicle because the path to the location is surrounded by limestone hills and fields of crops. Even though it takes 2 hours from the center of the city of Yogyakarta, a sense of exhausted will be paid off in full so you get to the location.

5. Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park – East Java

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park-East Java

East Java have one enchantment that undeniable beauty, even by the tourists from different parts of the world. Yes, what else if not the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park? Tourist attractions in the form of a national park is located in the 4th district in East Java itself has many interesting objects are not to be missed, from Mount Bromo and semeru, a sea of sand, the beach of Madakaripura Waterfall, Whispers, Ranu Pane, Ranu Kumbolo, and others which are all beautiful. Access to the TNBTS this is quite easy, you just have to follow the route to Mt. Bromo. Although the course is quite extreme, will all be paid off completely if you've got the location.

6. Ijen crater – Banyuwangi, East Java

Ijen Crater-Banyuwangi, East Java

The exoticism of the East Java doesn't stop at Mount Bromo and its surroundings, lho. In other countries there is one interesting attractions that are very popular among tourists, namely the Ijen crater. Ijen crater is the largest lake of sulfur in Java. Interestingly, the visitor can see the amazing views of the crater toska and blue colored flame on midnight dawn. To be able to reach the top of the crater, you must climb the cliffs along the 3 km of slope climbing around 25-30 degrees. Although exhausting, all the tiredness feels will disappear instantly so get this mesmerizing nan tourist attractions. Ready travelled to East Java?

7. Pura Luhur Uluwatu – Bali

Pura Luhur Uluwatu-Bali

Bali is known as the island of a thousand Temples since there's an awful lot of the temple as a place of worship to the gods, one of them is Pura Luhur Uluwatu is located in Pecatu village, Kuta, Badung, Bali. The temple itself is located on top of a steep rock with a height of approximately 97 metres from sea level. From the top of the cliff, visitors can witness the splendor of the blue of the Indian Ocean as far as the eye can see. Not only that, the layout of the temple is situated in the southwestern tip of the island of Bali makes this digadang-gadang tourist attractions as the most excellent location across Bali to see the sunset. Watu Temple also known as the best place to see the show the Kecak dance is usually started at 18.15 exactly when the Sun begins to return to its resting place.

8. Gili Trawangan – West Nusa Tenggara

Gili Trawangan, West Nusa Tenggara

Besides Bali, other provinces in Indonesia which is often visited by foreign tourists is the West Nusa Tenggara. Understandably enough, here there are countless natural attractions are not less beautiful and attractive. You certainly have heard about the charm of Gili Trawangan in NTB, isn't it? Yes, Gili Trawangan does have a beach with an exotic panorama. Anyone visiting here will certainly Bewitched with its natural beauty. A blend of blue sky, sparkling clear sea water exposed to the reflected light of the Sun, fine white sand and a tub of tapestry will increasingly refine your holiday together with your loved ones here. This beach also had an amazing underwater enchantment, lho. If you crave a more quiet beach atmosphere, come to the beach on the West side because the atmosphere here is not as many as the coast of Gili Trawangan in a crowded East side by the activity of local citizens.

9. Mount Rinjani – Lombok, NTB

Mount Rinjani-Lombok, NTB

In addition to Gili Trawangan, on the NTB is also one of the other attractions are not less popular among tourists, i.e. Mount Rinjani. This mountain is the second highest volcanoes are there in Indonesia. Each year, there are hundreds of thousands of climbers who battled conquer Rinjani 3,726 at the height of the mdpl, especially at the moment ahead of the August 17. Allegedly, mount Rinjani is a mountain with views of the beautiful Asia. Here there are also floral edelweiss and Lake Segara Anak which is interesting to spot the climbers to erect the tent, a warm bath, or fish. Well, before you decide to climb, make preparation sematang possible. Not only is the stock climb, but also mental and stamina. Most climbers gave up in the middle of the road because it didn't have a matured preparation.

10. Bunaken Marine Park – Manado, North Sulawesi
Indonesia has many marine parks with beautiful views-gorgeous, one of which is the Bunaken marine park located in North Sulawesi province. The park itself is an area of conservation of coral reefs and other marine life with an area of 890.65 km that serve tourist attractions and is open to the public. Because it is located in the Coral triangle, here we will easily find 390 species of coral reefs and 90 species of fish, reptiles, mammals, and mollusks. All the beauty under the sea can be enjoyed with a snorkel. To this day, remains the Bunaken Marine Park tourist destinations highlights that cannot be missed when visiting the Manado. A bit of advice if you want to visit here, come around may to August because in those months sea water are very clear and the temperature while being.

11. Raja Ampat of West Papua

Raja Ampat-Papua Barat

Raja Ampat Islands in West Papua save tremendous tourism potential. Allegedly, these sights was the best underwater dive sites in the world because of the variety of underwater fauna and flora. According to the researchers, 75% of coral reefs around the world are found in Raja Ampat. No wonder if many foreign travelers infatuated with beauty tour Raja Ampat. If visiting here, try a stay at pinisi contained on site. Although the price is pretty expensive ($ 14 million for the people during the week), you will get an unforgettable sightseeing experience. Access to the Raja Ampat quite easily, from Domine Eduard Osok in Sorong, proceed with using public transport heading to the port of Sorong. Don't forget, here you must register in order to enter the tourist area of Raja Ampat. From the port of Sorong, you can take a boat people heading to the capital of Raja Ampat and finding cheap lodging there. Well, to the location of the dive, you can rent a speedboat provided around the site.

12. Lake Sentani – Papua

Lake Sentani, Papua

In addition to Raja Ampat, Papua also has other natural charm not less beautiful i.e. Lake Sentani. One thing that became the site of this tour so interesting is the presence of 22 Islands there are around the Lake. Even though it was passed into a tourist attraction, the natural landscape around the Lake are still well preserved. This increasing interest in tourists to spill on Lake covering an area of 9,360 acres. Because mangrove forests and a wealth of biodiversity and its undeniable, Lake Sentani always so travelers favorite diving spots. If interested, please come in June, because every June here regularly held Festival of Lake Sentani, where you can see the typical war dance society of Papua.


Now that he's 12 attractions with captivating views that exist in our beloved country, Indonesia. If this country just had a myriad of points of interest that have not been explored, all for what is squandering money by travelling to another country? Come, explore exotic Indonesia!