15 Tourism Destinations to Visit in Indonesia with Natural Wonders

Baluran National Park is located in Banyuwangi, East Java. This park protects grassland animals such as bulls, buffaloes, deer, long-tailed monkeys, and long-tailed birds.

In this national park, you can take photos in the expanse of savanna claimed to resemble those in the African continent. Hence, Baluran National Park is nicknamed the Africa van Java.

The view of Mount Baluran is clearly visible from this savanna expanse. If you’re lucky, you can capture photos with a backdrop of passing wild animals. Groups of deer often traverse areas that are frequently photographed by tourists.

5. Raja Ampat, West Papua

It’s challenging not to include Raja Ampat in the list of places with the most beautiful natural landscapes.

This archipelago in the West Papua region is one of the top 10 diving and snorkeling destinations in the world.

You can explore all the islands in the Raja Ampat Islands, including Waigeo Island, Misool, Salawati, Batanta, and a series of other small islands. All of them boast beautiful scenery!

Raja Ampat features stunning underwater landscapes. In addition, the beautiful views of beaches, bays, and other natural landscapes are also captivating and never cease to amaze.

6. Toba Lake, North Sumatera

You can also enjoy the natural beauty of Indonesia when visiting Lake Toba located in North Sumatra. Lake Toba is the largest lake in Indonesia.

In the middle of this lake, there is a quite spacious land known as Samosir Island. You can reach Samosir Island by ferry, which takes about 30 minutes. On Samosir Island, you can explore the history and culture of the local community.

Situated around 900 meters above sea level, the atmosphere around Lake Toba feels cool. While relaxing and enjoying the enchanting natural panorama, savor fresh seafood dishes.

Don’t forget to choose the best spot to witness the perfection of Lake Toba’s beauty. If you want to thoroughly explore this natural tourist attraction in Indonesia, look for nearby accommodations.

7. Padar Island, East Nusa Tenggara

Have you ever been to Padar Island? This island is located in East Nusa Tenggara. Padar Island is the third-largest island in the Komodo National Park region, following Komodo Island and Rinca Island.

Prepare yourself physically when visiting this island as there are plenty of hiking activities to enjoy.

One of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of this island is by climbing its hills. From the hilltops, you can behold the scenery of wave-swept sandy beaches and the lovely cluster of other islands.

Try starting your hike early in the morning to catch a beautiful sunrise. If you’re lucky, you may also encounter wild animals like deer while descending the hills towards the beach.

However, of course, there are no freely roaming Komodo dragons on this island.

8. Geopark Ciletuh, Sukabumi

In Sukabumi, there is the Ciletuh Geopark, which was declared a Global Geopark by UNESCO a few years ago.

There are many natural landscapes to enjoy in this geopark, ranging from beaches, waterfalls, to the best photo spots within it.

In this area, you can also visit several popular and interesting tourist attractions. For example, places like Panenjoan Hill, Cimarinjung Waterfall, Sodong Waterfall, Darma Peak, Dewi Kwan Im Temple, Citarik River, Sinar Resmi Village, and many more.

9. Lake Mount Seven, Jambi

Lake Mount Seven, located in Kerinci, Jambi, is the highest lake in Southeast Asia. The lake is named Mount Seven because it is surrounded by seven mountain peaks in its vicinity.

This lesser-known Indonesian tourist destination falls within the Kerinci Seblat National Park, precisely at the summit of Mount Seven, making it a challenging effort to reach the lake.

However, behind the difficulty of reaching this hidden gem, the offered scenery is incredibly beautiful and worthwhile.

In one corner of this Indonesian tourist area, there is a stretch of sandy beach-like area often used as a camping site.

10. Pulo Cinta, Gorontalo

It’s not just the Maldives that has island resorts; Indonesia has them too. One such example is Pulo Cinta, located in Teluk Tomini, Gorontalo.

Named Pulo Cinta, or “Love Island” because the resort is designed to resemble a heart when viewed from above. This island has its own charm with a stretch of clean and crystal-clear sea.

This exotic and romantic island is part of the coral triangle region. Therefore, the waters around this island have an extensive coral reef ecosystem.

There are various interesting activities you can engage in if you plan to visit Pulo Cinta, including exploring the island and trekking, stargazing at night, and of course, snorkeling and diving.