Indonesia trips
A trip to Indonesia is a straight up trip to paradise. The people are warm and welcoming, the views are bonkers gorgeous, and the food is drool worthy. Where else can you hike active volcanoes, hang with monkeys, visit ancient temples, and get your yoga on mid-jungle? Only on an Indonesian adventure.
Traveler photos from Indonesia
An incredible adventure
“Bali is GORGEOUS and the people are so kind. My Tour Director Sumantra was one of a kind and made our whole group feel like family! This trip is great to see beautiful temples, explore natural beauty, and ohmygosh the photo ops! One of my favorite days was being immersed in culture—going to a traditional market, visiting a Balinese compound, going to a cooking class, and learning how to make offerings.”
– Kelsey, traveled on Bali: Tropical Escape Oct. 2022
You won’t regret it
“This was definitely the trip of a lifetime! I booked it as a birthday trip for myself and it didn’t disappoint! Our tour director Budi was amazing and so was our guide, Ben. They were both very informative and helped us learn about the culture of Bali and really immerse ourselves in it. This was an amazing trip, and I definitely made some lifelong friends!”
– Annaliese, traveled on Bali: Tropical Escape July 2022
Bali: Island of the oh. my. gods.
Know before you go
Due to the popularity of tourism in Bali, many locals speak English as their third language. And as a part of Indonesia, the majority of locals speak the national language, Bahasa Indonesia. But Bali also has its own language, Bahasa Bali. If you'd like to try out some Bahasa Bali with the locals, check out some phrases below:
- Hello: Swastiastu
- How are you?: Engken kabare
- Please: Tempat
- Thank you: Suksma
- Yes: Nyak
- No: Sing
- How much does this cost?: Ajikuda niki
Bali is tropical, gorgeous, and incredibly serene. What more could you want?! Here are some expert tips to help you understand the ins and outs of Indonesia, and feel like a true local:
- Tri Hita Karana: This Balinese philosophy translates to the "Three Causes to Prosperity", which are harmony with God, nature, and community. These principles have deep roots in the culture of Bali, from special rituals to everyday life.
- Hinduism: Though the majority of Indonesia's overall population is Muslim, the large majority of Balinese people practice Hinduism.
- Clothing Etiquette: Dress modestly before entering temples in Bali. Your shoulders, waist, and legs should be covered by long pants/dress, a scarf, or sarong respectfully. Beachwear isn’t always accepted in higher-end bars, restaurants or clubs.
- Shoes: You will likely be asked to remove your shoes in certain homes, restaurants, or temples. It is a rule of etiquette to abide by this request.
- Street Food: It’s safe, and it’s delicious! Try to stick with vendors that have a long line to make sure you’re getting the best of the best.
- Bargaining: Bargaining is the norm in markets. Try starting at about 50% of the initial price offered and if you'd like multiple items, consider buying them in one place for a better overall deal.
Guaranteed to put your local Asian-Fusion restaurant to shame, prepare to dive into a gastronomic paradise of ancient tradition and modern practices that is Bali. Read on for tips, tricks, and delicacies you must try.
- Nasi Goreng: Arguably titled the national dish of Indonesia, this is fried rice usually served with pork, veggies, tofu, and a fried egg
- Satay: Pieces of grilled meat threaded onto skewers. This can be found in fine-dining restaurants as well as street food vendors!
- Babi Guling: An iconic dish in Bali, Babi Gulin is suckling pig with a spice paste of coriander, lemongrass, lime leaves, chilies, and ginger.
- Nasi Campur: Nasi Campur is a mix of food and rice usually with an assortment of meat, veggies, and yellow or white rice
- Martabak: A famous street food, this is a ball of dough fried and filled with eggs, vegetables, and chicken, then molded into a cube!
- Pepes Ikan: This refers to a method of cooking using a banana leaf as a food wrap, which steams the meat for a delectable result.
- Dadar Gulung: A Balinese dessert, this is a treat of crepes filled with coconut and palm sugar. If you’re lucky, it will be served with a dollop of ice cream!
We plan it all. And then some.
Our group trips to Indonesia come with everything included. That’s accommodations, daily breakfasts, activities, and an expert Tour Director who always knows the best spots for photo ops.