When to go
Generally, the best time to visit Indonesia runs from
June to September, since it is the driest time of year in areas with a tropical climate.
However, there are areas where the situation is different, especially the central Malukus, which in this period receive the highest amount of rainfall of the year, while they are less rainy from November to February. Furthermore, in areas with an equatorial climate it rains a lot all year round.
For a
beach holiday, the most suitable areas are those with a tropical climate, choosing of course the least rainy period.
What to pack
All year round: bring
tropics-friendly, loose-fitting clothing, a scarf for the breeze, and a light sweatshirt for air-conditioning. You can add a light raincoat or an umbrella, in areas with an equatorial climate all year round, and in areas with a tropical climate during the rainy season.
In Bandung, around 1,000 meters (3,300 feet), you can add a sweatshirt and a light jacket; in high mountains, bring warm clothes, a warm jacket, a raincoat, and hiking shoes.
When going to the reef, you can bring snorkeling equipment, including water shoes or rubber-soled shoes.
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