- Family fun in Indonesia
- Active and athletic
- TOP 4 best resorts in Indonesia
Let's not hide the fact that even a direct flight to this distant country from the capital of our homeland takes more than 12 hours, and with a docking you will get almost a day at all. We do not argue that the price of tours there may seem not too humane to an honest worker. We understand that exotic and hot climate throughout the year can become an obstacle for especially sensitive people. But those who took a risk and were not afraid of difficulties, the best resorts in Indonesia are invited to a fabulous beach holiday.
Compatriots prefer to spend their holidays in Indonesia in Bali, although the islands of Lombok, Bintan, Batam, Sumatra, Java and Sulawesi are no less interesting and distinctive.
Family fun in Indonesia
Flying to distant Indonesia with babies is probably not worth it - a long flight and climatic features can be a difficult test for babies. But older kids will appreciate the beautiful beaches, warm sea, bright sun and endless opportunities for games and entertainment offered by the best resorts in the country.
The most suitable beach area for families is called Nusa Dua and it is located in Bali. The resort is famous for its clean beaches, which are covered with the finest light sand. Nusa Dua hotels are very comfortable, their status is highly estimated, and the infrastructure of the surrounding village is very diverse. Not too expensive hotels are located a few hundred meters from the water. The sea in the area of the resort behaves very calmly - the chains of coral reefs that stretch for some distance along the coast prevent it from worrying. The beaches on the coast are free and you can visit any of them completely free, even if the cleaners of the adjoining hotel monitor its cleanliness. On the coast of the resort there are water entertainment centers, where equipment for renting surfing, water skiing and wakeboarding is offered. Off-beach entertainment - performances and shows at the local theater "Bali Nusa Dua", excursions to the ancient temple, which was chosen by hundreds of monkeys, and cruises on the sea on catamarans and yachts.
Sanur in southeastern Bali is another useful address for those planning a trip to Indonesia with the whole family. The local sandy beach stretches for several kilometers, and each of its sections descends to the sea, guaranteed without cliffs and underwater pits. Sanur restaurants and cafes offer seafood, rice, vegetables. There are also a couple of nightclubs at the resort if parents want to take a break from their duties and have a little fun. The beach offers a variety of activities for rent: jet skis, surf and windsurf boards, kayaks and diving equipment. The sea off the coast of Sanur is very picturesque and snorkeling is especially popular with vacationers.
Just a couple of minutes drive from Denpasar Airport, and you are in Jimbaran - a quiet and peaceful corner of Bali. Perhaps this is an ideal option for families with children: a short transfer after a long flight will come in handy. The sea in the bay, on the shore of which the resort is located, is distinguished by enviable tranquility, and this is another plus in favor of choosing Jimbaran. By the way, the famous Balinese ebb tides, which often confuse sunbathers' plans, at this resort begin at four o'clock in the afternoon. At this time, vacationers have almost finished taking sunbathing, and the low tide hardly interferes with them. Along the coast of the bay in the sea, corals form beautiful reefs, partially covering the coast from the waves. The reefs at Jimbaran are of interest to divers. Diving equipment is offered by beach sports centers. You can also take a lesson there if you are just planning to master this wonderful type of outdoor activity.
The best time for a tour in Bali is the second half of summer, when dry weather sets in on its coast.
Active and athletic
Fly to Indonesia just for a beach holiday? The active part of the tourist fraternity believes that this is irrational and uses vacation in order to strengthen muscles and pump a healthy mind.
Uluwatu in Bali is gaining popularity every year. The resort is actively developing and its main advantages are gorgeous sunsets overlooking the ocean and solid waves that attract surfers to the beaches of Uluwatu. The infrastructure of the village is very diverse and after a busy day on the beach, guests of the resort are happy to taste seafood in the restaurants on the shore and indulge in pleasant relaxing procedures in the local spa centers.
Chandidasa on the Balinese coast of the Indian Ocean is another suitable resort for active travelers. It is preferred by snorkelers, divers and spearfishers. Diving on the Chandidasa reefs is best for experienced divers - there are strong tidal currents in the coastal waters in this region, and the depth changes are too sharp, and beginners may not be able to cope with the difficulties. Not far from the resort is Bali's most famous wreck diving site - a sunken US Army ship that has been resting on the bottom since World War II. The beaches of Chandidasa are covered with black volcanic sand and look very picturesque and unusual. The cleanest are located ten kilometers from the center of Chandidasa.
If you are fed up with diving at all the popular resorts in the world, Indonesia has something special for you - snorkeling in the coastal waters of the northern part of Sulawesi. In the Utara region, the sea is replete with corals of hundreds of different species, and the inhabitants of the local reefs cannot be counted at all. The islands off the coast of northern Sulawesi are known for their coral monoliths, similar to underwater walls, which plunge vertically into the ocean floor for many tens of meters. The walls are covered with various coral formations and are inhabited by starfish and sponges. Visibility reaches 50 meters, and this is at a depth of several tens of meters! The underwater currents in these parts are moderate, and therefore diving is a crazy beauty of relaxation. In the ocean, there are not only colorful fish and turtles, but also more serious animals - giant stingrays and reef sharks.
And finally, Kuta, which surfers have chosen back in the 70s, and since then has become the most popular resort in the country for fans of big waves. Many surf schools are open in Kuta, and novice athletes take their first lessons on its beaches. The beaches themselves at the resort are not very clean and well-groomed, but true fans of the big wave are not at all embarrassed by this circumstance. Hotels in Kuta are quite budgetary, although, if you wish, you can book a room in a fairly comfortable hotel. The infrastructure is tailored for not too wealthy tourists: restaurants, nightclubs, bars, bowling alleys and other entertainment establishments put up a very real price tag for their services. Do not expect silence from Kuta either day or night, but on its beaches, according to fans of the resort, the most beautiful sunsets in the world!
In a word, there are more than enough active classes in the resorts of Indonesia. The country's tourism industry is actively developing, services are becoming more diverse every year, the service is of higher quality, and therefore the growing popularity of distant exotic resorts is quite natural.
TOP 4 best resorts in Indonesia
In a sense, Indonesia, in the minds of a Russian tourist, is always associated with Bali. Some people do not even know which state the island lies within, and they are very surprised to find a mark in their passport that they have crossed the Indonesian border. Those who have not skipped geography at school know about Lambok with its deserted and very beautiful beaches, and about Batam with world-class golf courses, and therefore choose a resort carefully and meticulously so that a long-distance flight ends with a real holiday - and for soul, and for the body.
- Seminyak has the largest number of wealthy Europeans. The famous resort in Bali is so well-groomed that even the exotic is perceived here as an integral part of the Seminyak civilization. The resort's beaches are ideal. This could be limited to describing them, but we add: they are clean, well-groomed, spacious and have everything you need for a comfortable stay. The best recreation areas are located in the north of the resort. To the south it becomes more and more informal, but this part of Seminyak is preferred by active youth. Part of the coast is famous for its solid waves and surfers prefer to settle here. On the beaches, where the sea is calm, you can meet many married couples with children. For the little ones, there are children's playgrounds, special shops with goods and products necessary for young guests, sandboxes and "paddling pools" have been built. There are also entertainment complexes in Seminyak with attractions on land and in water. The resort is very bohemian. Fans of contemporary art enjoy visiting art galleries and exhibitions that European designers who come here open in Bali. Spas and massage parlors in Seminyak are also at every turn, so its guests get their dose of pleasure in full.
- The island of Lombok is most often chosen by tourists who love Indonesia, but have already explored Bali inside and out. The soul demands novelty, and the beaches of the Senjiji resort in this sense turn out to be a real find. It is not in vain that the resort occupies a place in the top list of the best in Indonesia: it is not too crowded, its infrastructure is quite capable of satisfying the needs of absolutely any guest, and the choice of entertainment outside the beach is impressive for a fan of educational events, a gourmet, and an active tourist. The resort's beach is very clean and well-groomed and looks especially picturesque at sunset. The sea in the Senjiji area is calm, there are almost no big waves in the high season. The entrance to the water is quite shallow, which suits parents with children who have arrived on vacation in Indonesia. The excursion program includes acquaintance with the traditional villages of local aborigines and their customs and crafts, walks to picturesque waterfalls and photo sessions against the backdrop of emerald green of young rice shoots in the fields. The resort's spas offer health and beauty programs based on massage and the use of traditional medicinal plants and algae. Diving and snorkeling on Senjiji beaches is also thriving, with equipment and lesson available from the sports centers right on the beach.
- Three decades ago, few people heard about Batam, and today this small island in Indonesia is known as one of its best resorts. The city is located on the shores of the Strait of Malacca and its main guests are Singaporean tourists. But compatriots every year more and more often pay attention to Batam, especially lovers of luxurious rest. The main difference of the island is several golf courses, the quality of which meets the best international standards. There are also enough five-star hotels in the resort, and their infrastructure and level of service are impressive. However, Batam is quite suitable for those travelers who are content with a modest hotel room with 2-3 stars on the facade. There are such accommodation options on the island and there are many of them. Another advantage of Batam is its vibrant nightlife. Clubs, discos, karaoke, restaurants and bars are everywhere here, and their concentration per square meter is perhaps the most impressive among other beach resorts in the country.
- For completeness, we will supplement our rating with another wonderful Indonesian resort. Bintan has preserved its pristine nature, despite the modern tourist infrastructure. The island is ideal for fans of outdoor activities, but beach idleness here can be done quite calmly. The list of entertainment for those who are not accustomed to lying on Bintan includes golf, excursions to local ethnic villages and an elephant farm, windsurfing, sea diving and climbing Mount Guning, where many wild monkeys are found. By the way, primates on the Guning are very rare, so these hikes are very popular with naturalists, and the observation deck at the top demonstrates such a breathtaking panorama that photo artists always join the lovers of wildlife. The hotels on the island are very decent and not cheap, but the service for their guests is only high quality. Almost every self-respecting hotel has a spa where you can take a course of facial and body treatments. All are carried out using extracts from local plants and flowers, aromatic oils, sea water and algae. The beaches of Bintan stretch for a hundred kilometers, civilization is present mainly in the northern part of the island, and in the south you can find uninhabited corners of the coast.
The unique virgin nature, magnificent beaches and the hospitality of the locals deserve to disregard all the hardships of the road, get to the Indonesian beauty and spend a few days in a real paradise. And then remember your vacation as one of the most enjoyable adventures in life.
