Indonesia is without a doubt one of the most beautiful places to visit, especially for a vacation. It has endless destinations you can choose based on your preferences. However, Indonesia is not a small country so getting around this country can be overwhelming especially if it’s your first time. Made up of around 17.000 islands, Indonesia has so much to explore with. Getting around Indonesia requires a little more planning ahead.
Getting around Indonesia safely and smoothly
Indonesia has various transportation you can choose to get around such as taxis, buses, trains, planes, boat, and moped. You can choose based on your destination, preferences, or needs. Here are some simple tips to help you get around Indonesia:
Getting around by car
It’s such a great plan to get around Indonesia by driving a car or hiring a driver to drive you around. If you are visiting Bali, which is a relatively small island, it’s very convenient to get around by car. However, you may need more sufficient transportation if you get around Java island since it’s a large area to explore it only by car. You can also take a taxi which can be found almost in every big cities in Indonesia or choose online taxi you can order via an app.
Getting around by bus
There are plenty of buses in Indonesia you can take to get around places. It’s convenient to take bus especially for short distance destinations. There are also long distance buses available that can take you to different cities, regions, and even islands. If you are on tight budget, you can use bus for long travel since it’s more cost-efficient.
Getting around by train
Train is one of the most convenient transportation you can use to get around Indonesia. You can also travel to different islands in Indonesia by trains choose the right train networks to do so. In addition, train ticket is relatively cheap in Indonesia using high quality trains providing beautiful views of Indonesia’s nature.
Getting around by plane
It’s also convenient to get around Indonesia by plane especially if your destination is far from where you landed. It’s a quick way to get to and from different islands by flying. You can get internal flights that cost cheaper than you expected. If you are tight on time, getting around by place is a great solution.
Getting around by boat
Indonesia has thousands islands and boat is one of the most convenient and efficient transportation to use. It can get you between islands only for a couple of dollars if you choose local boat.
Getting around by moped or Ojek
Indonesia, there are motorcycle taxis called Ojek. You may know it as moped. It’s best transportation to get you to short distance destinations with relatively cheap price. You can stop an Ojek, order it via online app, or rent a moped and ride it yourself. However, the streets in big cities in Indonesia are pretty busy and crowded so you need to drive safely.