Indonesia has the most incredible local destinations in Asia. The country has more than 18,000 islands, several of which are developed for tourism purposes. Bali holidays are best loved when packaged with other island tours in Indonesia. Five of the more exciting island destinations in the country are listed below.

Bali

Bali ranks high among the islands on this list. As a favorite destination of local and global visitors, Bali has spectacular beaches framed by incredible mountains and verdant tropical greenery. Bali has one of the most developed tourism infrastructures among the islands in Indonesia. Quaint accommodations, local restaurants, and stores thrive together with luxurious hotels, resorts, shopping complexes, and five star dining establishments.

Raja Ampat

The island name is translated as “four kings,” which corresponds to the four islands making up Raja Ampat. This destination, which spans 9.8 million hectares of land and ocean, offers a silent alternative to the busier resort areas in Indonesia. The waters surrounding the islands are teeming with marine life, which are ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. Majority of the island is considered a conservation area.

Bunaken

Bunaken is a National Marine Park located off the coast of Sulawesi. The waters surrounding the island have an incredible concentration of diverse marine animal and plant life. Resorts have sprung up on Bunaken, which have seen an increase in tourist visits because of its hiking, scuba diving, and dolphin and whale watching opportunities.

Nias

This island is located off the coast of Sumatra and is fringed by white sandy beach. Sorake Beach which faces Lagundri Bay, is a surfers’ paradise; favored by surfing event organizers for its exciting reef breakers. Aside from the island’s incredible waves, there are two communities within the island, Hilisimae and Bawomataluo, where the locals still practice traditional performances and art.

Moyo

Moyo island is located near Saleh Bay in Sumbawa, Indonesia. Within the island is an fascinating nature preserve inhabited by wild animals and several avian species. The coastline features several incredible beaches with coral sand. Magnificent Mount Tambora, which stands at 2,821 meters, offers fantastic hiking and climbing opportunities.