Best time to visit Indonesia

Overall Best Time

May–September
Dry season, calm seas, good visibility for diving, low rain.

By Region

• Java & Bali: May–September (dry, sunny)

• Komodo & Flores: April–October (best for sailing + mantas)

• Sumatra: May–September (orangutans + volcano treks)

• Sulawesi: June–September (best underwater visibility)

• Raja Ampat: October–April (calmest seas)

• Kalimantan: June–September (orangutan trekking)

When to Avoid

• December–February: Rainiest, rough seas for inter-island trips.

• Eid holidays (dates vary): Massive local travel, higher prices.