Indonesia – the land of volcanoes

According to Plus-size-tips.com, Indonesia is largely located on the Asian continent and a small part on the Australian continent. The country consists of 17,508 islands , making it the largest island nation in the world .

For a precise overview of the different climatic conditions in the different regions of Indonesia, I have divided the country into different sections for you. Here you will find all the information about the best time to travel to Bali, Java, Sumatra, Komodo, Flores, Borneo and Sulawesi . In addition, you will receive suggestions for activities that you can try out during your stay in the land of a thousand islands.

If you want to try your hand at island hopping, you can get an overview of the climates of the individual islands in this article. During the rainy season it is more difficult to hop across the individual islands as the sea is more often rough and dangerous. As an alternative, you can consider a domestic flight. These are often cheap in Indonesia and do not take as much time as crossings by ferry. Once you have decided on a route, you can read everything about the best travel time for Indonesia here .

When is the best time to visit Indonesia?

There is of course no all-inclusive best travel time for Indonesia. The country is far too big for that. In summary, however, on most of the islands the months from May to October are the best time to travel to Indonesia . These months have the lowest rainfall and you are in the dry season of the respective island. In Indonesia it is hot all year round, so you can visit it at any time. Only the rainy and dry seasons are changing the weather in Indonesia. Warm, heavy downpours in the rainy season bring with them a high level of humidity. For Europeans this is sometimes difficult to endure. The showers usually only last a few hours and then the sun shines in the sky again. The advantages of the off-season are, in addition to the cheaper flight tickets, the choice of hotels and accommodations. You can still decide spontaneously for accommodation and don’t have to worry that everything is fully booked.

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Natural phenomena in Indonesia

If you go to Indonesia, you should keep in mind that the country has to struggle with one or the other natural phenomenon. Indonesia lies between the Indo-Australian and Eurasian plates, which are constantly moving and shifting. Earthquakes can occur as the plates shift . If an earthquake takes place in the sea, it can result in a tsunami , i.e. a huge tidal wave. There are now early warning systems that recognize possible tsunamis and warn the residents of Indonesia of the wave. High rescue buildings have been set up near the coast and are signposted. If you arrive at a new vacation spot, it doesn’t hurt to briefly familiarize yourself with the area and the possible escape route.

With around 150 active volcanoes , Indonesia is the country with the highest number of active volcanoes in the world. There are always outbreaks. The currently best known volcano in Indonesia is the Gunung Agung in Bali. Indonesia lies on the so-called “Ring of Fire” in German “Pacific Ring of Fire”. The Pacific Ring of Fire encloses the Pacific Ocean and around 62% of all active volcanoes can be found there. The “ring” was created by the different tectonic plates that meet at these points.

Conclusion

Now that you have got an overview of the different islands and climates in Indonesia, you are certainly aware that the best travel time for Indonesia cannot be determined across the board . But one thing has definitely become clear: Indonesia can be visited all year round . If you orient yourself towards the dry seasons of the islands, you can enjoy the advantages of the different landscapes to the fullest while island hopping. Find the right islands for your interests and experience an unforgettable vacation in the land of volcanoes!