Indonesia Shore Excursions, Day Trips & Tour Packages for Cruise Passengers

Gili Islands | Lombok shore excursions

The Gili Islands are the three small islands near the shore of Lombok with the names are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air. The location of these islands provides an easy way to approach from Bali that makes them become an optional itinerary beloved by many visitors. Gili Meno is the heaven for those who want to escape from the bustling daily life. This idyllic island is blushing like a teenage muse waiting for blooming with beautifully barren beaches beside the local village. Gili Trawangan is a contradictory place with the quiet and serene beaches beside the party hotspots and dining in lively bars up all night. Finally, Gili Air is the mini version of Gili Trawangan. This small island is the most wonderful place for snorkeling due to the crystal-clear water. If you are lucky, admiring clownfish and even turtles is not too difficult to experience.

Elephant Safari Park and Lodge | Bali shore excursions

Elephant Safari Park is not too famous for visitors come to Bali, but certainly is one of the most wonderful places. The park is home to rescued Sumatran elephants which gently have the close relationship to their mahouts. Interacting with these adorable animals is an interesting experience while admiring they show their skills in ball kicking, hula hooping, and especially colorful painting. After that, have a 35-minute ride on the back of an elephant through the beautiful tropical forest. Then, take a visit to the museum nearby to get a glimpse of this animal with over 1000 prehistoric fossil artifacts including bone carvings, skulls, and even tusks. Finally, get closer to them by watching elephants bathe, feed, and take some photos with these big friends.

Taman Mini Indonesia Indah | Jakarta shore excursions

Shorten name is Taman Mini, the complex consists of traditional houses belonging to the chieftains found throughout the Indonesian archipelagoes including Papua, Java, Kalimantan, Aceh, and Sulawesi. The pavilions reveal the history, traditional crafts, and arts that featuring each province. Have a stroll along the large park of family recreation, flora parks, several museums, performing theaters, and house facilities. Get a glimpse of the rich diversity of Indonesia archipelago with the view of the exceptional breadth and regional architecture. Theater Tanah Airku - the first theater in this country – is the combination of traditional Indonesian style and international aesthetics. If you are an animal-lover, head to Komodo museum. Then soak in the orchid gardens with cactuses, herbs, and hundreds of flower species in Birds Park.

Sasak Village | Lombok shore excursions

Celuk Village | Bali shore excursions

Jakarta Old Town | Jakarta shore excursions

Best time to visit Java Island (Jakarta & Surabaya)

Java Island which includes shore excursions to Jakarta & Surabaya has the best time to visit from May to September when the island experience the dry season with hot, dry, and sunny weather. Bromo and Ijen mountains can also be best visited during this time. However, the weather is not the same on the whole island. In the rain season between November and March, the east side has smaller rainfall than the western. Ready for the warm temperatures averaging 28-30°C but cooler at night and meet some rains lasting for a few hours.

Best time to visit Nusa Tenggara (Lombok, Flores, Komodo Island, and Ende)

Nusa Tenggara consists of many islands where you can enjoy Indonesia shore excursions to Lombok, Flores, Komodo Island, and Ende. The best time to visit Nusa Tenggara is the dry season from April to September when the weather is mild with sunshine and clear sky. Most attractions and experiences can be tasted during this time including climbing Mt Rinjani, diving off the coastline in Lombok, and exploring Komodo National Park. The temperatures commonly range from 27 to 29°C which is ideal for every outdoor activity. The time you should avoid is from October to March when rain covers the whole region.

Best time to visit Sulawesi (Makassar & Toraja)

Sulawesi has an unusual shape that the weather patterns experienced differently between the east and the west. From Makassar shore excursions, you can visit Toraja where the rainy season to avoid is from November to April. On the other hand, the northern part of the islands experiences rainfall every month with the smallest happened from July to October. The temperature ranges from 24°C to 34°C depending on the height above the sea.