Indonesian Borneo
It is wild and exciting and remains the preserve of the true traveller.
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Our Team
Steppes Travel is made by the people who work here. Incredible holidays are made possible because of their vast travel experience and the great enthusiasm they bring to their work.
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Our Tour Experts
We carefully select our experts based on their knowledge, companionship and influence, ensuring that you can travel with the most knowledgeable leaders in the field.
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Heroes and Heroines
The people who lead the way when it comes to those things which matter to us: exploration, the environment, women’s empowerment and education.
Indonesia Holidays
Join our group tour to delve deeper into orangutan conservation, cruise island archipelagos, cycle through paddy fields and ancient sites, learn about Buddhism or just relax on the beach.
Indonesia is a long and complex archipelago of over 17,000 islands of which 6,000 are inhabited by several hundred different ethnic groups, a wealth of wildlife and picture-postcard beaches.
The food, hotels and the service is sublime – nothing is too much trouble. Each island has an extraordinary variety of cultures and religions coupled with some magnificent sites including the ninth-century Buddhist temple complex at Borobudur.
Places to Explore
Bali and Lombok
Visit these two islands for the perfect blend of beach and culture. If you can bear to leave the beach, visit the…
Raja Ampat
Famous for those in the know about diving holidays, as the best underwater ecosystem in the world.
Java
At its heart lies Borobudur, the greatest Buddhist temple in South East Asia, and one of the main attractions of this area.
Flores and Komodo
Flores is often the starting point for a journey aboard a traditional Indonesia sailing boat.
Sumatra
Sumatra is home to the Kambas National Park, established in 1924 in a 1,300kmsq forest and one of the oldest protected areas…
Sumba
Local festivals, great beaches with sublime surf and the simple yet stylish hotel Nihi Sumba.
Sulawesi
The island has an incredibly diverse nature, supported by its many cultures, friendly locals and fascinating scenery.
What to expect on your Indonesian holiday
Some spellbindingly beautiful hotels where the sole aim of the staff is to ensure that you have the holiday of a lifetime. Diverse islands hiding stunning beaches, dragons, orangutan, an annual jousting tournament, excellent diving and even bull racing. Travel between islands can be by plane or ferry, on foot by bicycle or car. For those that enjoy travel by water, there are a number of very comfortable, fully staffed yachts for charter, exploring some of the many remote islands.
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Highlights of Indonesia
Whether a honeymoon, a well-deserved break or family travels, this 15-day holiday to Indonesia would, with a few bespoke tweaks, suit all options. It includes the highlights of Bali, with both the beach and the cultural heart of Ubud plus time searching…
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Sustainable Luxury in Indonesia
Staying at Nihi Sumba, Capella Ubud, and Nirjhara, this itinerary showcases the best of sustainable luxury in Indonesia. Responsible travel is no longer the preserve of homestays and sleeping bags, hotels can be both stylish and beautiful while upholding strong ethics. Begin…
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Indonesia – Cruise Raja Ampat
This nine-day cruise showcases the best of Raja Ampat, highlighting the regions hidden jungles, tropical vegetation and dazzling underwater world. Time is spent kayaking, walking, diving and visiting villages to understand this fascinating and eclectic region in greater depth. One of the…
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Indonesia
Sustainable Luxury in Indonesia
Staying at Nihi Sumba, Capella Ubud, and Nirjhara, this itinerary showcases the best of sustainable luxury in Indonesia. Responsible travel is no longer the preserve of homestays and sleeping bags, hotels can be both stylish and beautiful while upholding strong…
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Indonesia
Indonesia – Cruise Raja Ampat
This nine-day cruise showcases the best of Raja Ampat, highlighting the regions hidden jungles, tropical vegetation and dazzling underwater world. Time is spent kayaking, walking, diving and visiting villages to understand this fascinating and eclectic region in greater depth. One…
Explore Indonesia
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Bali and Lombok
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Komodo
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Flores
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Sumba
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Raja Ampat
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Sumatra
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Indonesian Borneo
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Java
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Sulawesi
Where to Stay
Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.
Indonesia
Misool Eco Resort
Misool is a world-class private island hideaway accessible only by boat. With stilted cottages and villas made from reclaimed hardwoods, featuring Balinese style bathrooms and views of either the lagoon or house reef, Misool offers exclusive…
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Amanwana
Amanwana, meaning peaceful forest is the only resort located on Moyo and is set on a beach in a secluded cove overlooking the Flores Sea. The protected marine park offers some of the best scuba diving…
Experiences
Exploring Indonesia is simple with Steppes Travel. Choose your experiences and we’ll curate them into a tailor-made journey that’s perfect for you.
Boats
A yacht charter is the perfect way to explore remote parts of Indonesia unreachable by land – here are some of our favourite boats.
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Tiger Blue
A two-masted Indonesian phinisi with burgundy sails, Tiger Blue has a swashbuckling feel to it that is reinforced by the ten-man crew and in particular the strutting swagger of ‘Escobar’, who is so much more than…
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Rascal Yacht
Rascal is a traditional phinisi style yacht, fitted with all the mod cons, creating a boat with soul and charm combined with comfortable, contemporary interiors. From the huge upper deck allowing plenty of space to relax…
When to travel
Read our brief monthly summary below or explore our complete best time to visit Indonesia guide with temperature information and further details.
Indonesia in January
November to March is the rainy season in most of Indonesia, apart from northern Sumatra, Maluka and Papua, which have fantastic diving conditions. It is a quieter time of year, with the ability to travel with spontaneity. January and February are the wettest months.
Indonesia in February
November to March is the rainy season in most of Indonesia, apart from northern Sumatra, Maluka and Papua, which have fantastic diving conditions. It is a quieter time of year, with the ability to travel with spontaneity. January and February are the wettest months.
Indonesia in March
November to March is the rainy season in most of Indonesia, apart from northern Sumatra, Maluka and Papua, which have fantastic diving conditions. It is a quieter time of year, with the ability to travel with spontaneity. January and February are the wettest months.
Indonesia in April
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in May
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in June
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in July
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in August
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in September
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in October
April to October is the dry season for most of the country. Perfect for cultural exploration and long sunny days make for perfect beach weather. Travel outside of July and August to secure the best accommodation, or be prepared to book well in advance.
Indonesia in November
November to March is the rainy season in most of Indonesia, apart from northern Sumatra, Maluka and Papua, which have fantastic diving conditions. It is a quieter time of year, with the ability to travel with spontaneity. January and February are the wettest months.
Indonesia in December
November to March is the rainy season in most of Indonesia, apart from northern Sumatra, Maluka and Papua, which have fantastic diving conditions. It is a quieter time of year, with the ability to travel with spontaneity. January and February are the wettest months.
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Meet our experts
A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.
Clare Higginson
It was my passion for languages that first encouraged me to leave the UK behind and grab my rucksack. Since then, it’s been a mixture of intriguing cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes and the wonder of seeing animals in their natural habitat that sees me continuously extending my travel wish list.
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Sustainability
Sustainability projects in Indonesia
We support projects right across the planet. In Indonesia, we have supported both the Misool Foundation and Bali WISE Program. When planning your trip speak to our experts about how you can also support the destinations you are visiting.
Why Choose Steppes?
Our knowledge and expertise set us apart. So too our curiosity. It is this that drives us to create a journey that is really bespoke to you, all the while ensuring we travel and operate sustainably.
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