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7 Weekend getaways from Jakarta: Volcanoes, islands & more

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• October 16, 2020

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For the adventure seeker: krakatau volcano, for the nature lover: mount gede pangrango national park, for the animal lover: taman safari bogor, for the history buff: gunung padang megalithic site, for the photographer: kampung tridi, for the cultural junkie: cangkuang temple, for the beach bum: pulau macan.

This is your chance to visit the world’s largest archipelago state – Indonesia. Consisting of more than 17 thousand islands, this tropical paradise is home to stunning beaches, incredible wildlife, and spectacular natural landscapes. Indonesia is also known for its rich cultural history and ethnic diversity, its richness exemplified through traditional festivals and ancient temples found throughout the country. Unlock the key to Indonesia’s best sights as we take you on a journey to see volcanos, safaris, temples, and even pyramids. Whether you’re an adventure seeker or an avid photographer, we have a perfect weekend getaway from Jakarta for every type of traveler!

Domestic travel has partially resumed in Indonesia with commercial domestic air travel partially in operation. Our specially selected list of seven unique weekend getaways from Jakarta are all accessible by car. As always, remember to observe social distancing guidelines when traveling.

What are you waiting for? It’s time to embark on your dream weekend getaway just hours away from the city of Jakarta.

Is visiting an active volcano on your bucket list? This is your chance! This journey takes you to Krakatau, an active volcano best known for its cataclysmic 1883 eruption. This eruption is considered as one of the largest and most deadly in modern history. Plumes of steam and ash rose into the sky as pressure waves wrecked the island. Reportedly, the volcano’s explosions were so loud that they could be heard all the way in Perth, Australia. Over the years, many islands have risen around Krakatau, including Anak Krakatau, which translates to “son of Krakatau.”

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The aftereffects of this devastating eruption can be seen today as you step foot on the surrounding islands, many of which were created from the aftermath of Krakatau’s seismic activity. A typical tour to the Krakatau archipelago takes you up close and personal to Anak Krakatau. Here, you can hike to just below the summit, the maximum possible height for trekkers, to explore the otherworldly sight of steaming vents of vapor and sulfur. Additionally, several tours also feature snorkeling expeditions in the surrounding islands as the waters are teeming with tropical marine life.

Be safe! Make the necessary preparations before you depart for your weekend getaway from Jakarta. These tours are very dependent on current weather conditions as Krakatau is an active volcano and strict safety precautions have to be followed. You may monitor volcanic activity with the   Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation (VONA)   and local volcano monitoring services.

Location : Anak Krakatau Island, Pulau, South Lampung Regency, Lampung, Indonesia

How to get there: Most tour operators offer a pick-up service from Jakarta city to the nearest coastal point of Carita Beach. The total time taken by car is about three hours.

Just three hours away from Jakarta city lies the oldest nature reserve area in Indonesia. With a history dating back to 1819, Mount Gede Pangrango National Park has been an important site for conservation and biological research for centuries. The park is part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO. Nestled in the heart of the national park are two volcanoes: Mount Gede and Mount Pangrango. They are located so closely together that many consider them as one mountain.

Popular with many locals and tourists, the sanctuary features four main hiking trails to the summit. These trials typically take eight to ten hours to complete, with a climbing height of 2,769 meters. This makes for an excellent weekend getaway activity for family and friends as climbers typically set up camp midway on the first day before making a sunrise trek the next day. Don’t worry; though these trails are long, they are accessible to both amateur and advanced climbers!

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Each trail features a rich diversity of both montane and subalpine ecosystems. As you make your way to the summit, immerse yourself in the sheer beauty of the ever-changing natural landscapes, passing by warm sulphuric creeks, an alpine meadow, and tropical rainforests on your journey. Though not a requirement, it would be helpful to hire a guide and porters as you make the climb. Put on your hiking boots and get ready to scale a volcano!

Location: Jl. Kebun Raya Cibodas, Cimacan, Kec. Cipanas, Kabupaten Cianjur, Jawa Barat 43253, Indonesia

How to get there: Mount Gede Pangrango National Park is a two-and-a-half to three-hour drive away from Jakarta city.

Tucked away in the mountainous region of Cisarua is the sprawling complex of Taman Safari Bogor. This world-class safari is a zoo and animal theme park, one of Indonesia’s three safari parks.

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What makes Taman Safari Bogor unique is its location. Built 1,000 meters above sea level, a visit to Taman Safari Bogor allows you to enjoy a cool tropical climate in the lush mountainous surroundings. The Panda Castle is located 1,800 meters above sea level and is the safari’s highest point. To get there, you can hop on a shuttle bus that takes you on a short but steep winding road up to the castle. Be greeted by the crisp mountain air, which provides the perfect climate for the giant pandas and red pandas that call this safari home.

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Transform your weekend getaway from Jakarta into an electrifying safari adventure as you venture into the depths of the forest to discover wild animals. Taman Safari Bogor offers safari expeditions where guests can view animals such as zebras, deers, lion, tigers, and many more from the comfort of their own vehicle. Feeling lucky? Get up close and personal with the safari’s feline feeding adventure where you can try your hands at feeding some of the safari’s carnivorous big cats.

Location: Jalan Kapten Harun Kabir No. 724, Cibeureum, Cisarua, Cibeureum, Kec. Cisarua, Bogor, Jawa Barat 16750, Indonesia

How to get there: Taman Safari Bogor is only two hours away from Jakarta city. It is also accessible by public train.

Forget Egypt! Visit what could possibly be the world’s oldest pyramid right here in Indonesia. At first glance, Gunung Padang might seem like a pile of forgotten, broken columns strewed across a hill with no signs of a pyramid. However, beneath this hill, as deep as 90 feet, lies a hill-pyramid dating back to 20,000 BC. Be transported into the many mysteries that shroud this ancient site. Could this be the key to discovering a lost civilization? What secrets does the pyramid hold? No one really knows.

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Easily accessible from Jakarta, the journey to Southeast Asia’s largest megalithic site takes you through several small village streets and a tea garden with gorgeous views. Once you reach the bottom of the hill, go on foot via a hiking trail to the summit of the hill. There, explore the ancient volcanic ruins atop this 100-meter hill. The majority of the 100-meter hill is human-made and not actually a hill at all. Buried underneath is a terraced pyramid, built up over millennia by the oldest civilizations, yet to be discovered.

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Here’s a tip: This site is not yet on the foreign tourist route. As such, site diagrams and information in the building near the ticket office are in Bahasa. A local guide is provided as part of the admission ticket.

Location: Kp. Gunung, Padang, Cianjur Regency, West Java 43263, Indonesia

How to get there: The Gunung Padang Megalithic Site is a three-and-a-half-hour drive away from Jakarta city.

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Escape the doom and gloom of Jakarta city with a weekend getaway of a splash of color! Indonesia’s 3D village, Kampung Tridi, is known for its eye-popping mosaic, and three-dimensional murals painted all over the village. Step into this rainbow settlement to admire the funny murals of cartoon characters or navigate the alleyways to find a multitude of hidden graffiti paintings tucked away in secret corners.

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This playful rainbow wonderland does more than please the eye. The village was first painted under an initiative by university students to raise awareness of the pollution and poor sanitation conditions in the village. The murals transformed the village into a fun and cheerful destination visited by many, eager to get the best selfie. Money raised from the entry fee goes a long way to support the local community by revitalizing and boosting the local economy. This colorful village is a must-visit destination for the ultimate Instagram-worthy shot!

Location: Jl. Temenggungan Ledok, Kesatrian, Kec. Blimbing, Kota Malang, Jawa Timur 65121, Indonesia

How to get there: Kampung Tridi is an hour’s drive away from Jakarta city.

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Find yourself immersed in the history and culture of the only Hindu temple of West Java. Built in the eighth century, Cangkuang Temple, though small, is an important piece of Javanese history, a reflection of the first Sudanese Kingdon: Galuh Kingdom.

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Getting to this ancient relic is quite the journey. To get to the island, you will need to cross a lake on a traditional bamboo raft. Magnificent views of paddy fields surround you as you undertake the journey. Cangkuang Temple sits on a tiny island that only houses six families and six houses. It has been traditionally assigned that the houses’ arrangement should always remain at six, with three on the left and three on the right. This interesting and unique cultural residence also houses a mosque for prayer, a small museum for visitors, and several heritage graves.

Location: Jalan Darajat Leuwigoong, Cangkuang, Kec. Leles, Kabupaten Garut, Jawa Barat 44119, Indonesia

How to get there: This temple is accessible by a three-and-a-half-hour car journey. Alternatively, you may take a public bus from Kampung Rambutan bus terminal in Jakarta directly to Garut.

Escape Jakarta, one of the world’s most populated cities, to the tranquility and serenity of Tiger Island Village and Eco Resort on Pulau Macan. Surrounded by pristine shores and emerald green waters, this is the only resort on the island.

This eco-resort prides itself on eco-tourism. Most of the resort’s furniture is made from driftwood, and many measures have been taken to reduce the resort’s impact on the natural environment. These include rainwater harvesting, organic gardens, and, best of all, the entire resort runs on solar energy.

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Start your ultimate weekend getaway from busy Jakarta by discovering the surrounding waters of the island. Take a dip into crystal clear waters as you snorkel in one of the many nearby coral reefs. The island also provides rentals for kayaks and boats for you to go island-hopping to the nearby islands. Despite its name, the island is not home to large cats. Instead, find the resort teeming with giant monitor lizards that roam freely on the island. Come back to authentic Indonesian cuisine and rejuvenate in one of the island’s many glamping-style huts and bungalows. What are you waiting for? Your dream beach vacation is less than two hours away from Jakarta.

Location: Pulau Harapan, Kepulauan Seribu Utara, Kabupaten Kepulauan Seribu, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta 14540, Indonesia

How to get there: The resort offers charters by boat from Jakarta city. The trip there is slightly less than two hours long.

We hope our list has inspired you to embark on a weekend getaway from Jakarta!

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Weekend Getaway Ideas from Jakarta!

It’s not a secret that people who live in Jakarta and work 9-5 are always craving for a weekend getaway. Though there are plenty of things to do in Jakarta, but sometimes you just want to get away from it all.

Realizing that there are so many other options for a weekend getaway from Jakarta I asked for a helping hand to collect ideas. I was so lucky to get input from some other travel bloggers for weekend getaway ideas from Jakarta . Their suggestions are surprisingly diverse and include trips to Tangerang, Lembang, Laweyan, Ujung Kulon and many more . Check them one by one (in no particular order) for a great overview on how to get there, what to expect and what are the challenges for each destination.

I’ve broken down the weekend getaway from Jakarta ideas into two sections . The first section covers weekend getaways that are just a drive (either medium or short) away from Jakarta. The second section is for weekend getaway ideas where you need to catch a plane or long drive. This second group of weekend getaway ideas are great for the long weekends. Enjoy this collaborative post and get ready for new ideas on where to go for the weekend!

9 Places in Driving Distance From Jakarta

1 – Baduy: Find Out More 2 – Tangerang: Find Out More 3 – Macan Island: Find Out More 4 – Bogor: Find Out More 5 – Cirebon: Find Out More 6 – Lembang: Find Out More 7 – Tasikmalaya: Find Out More 8 – Lampung: Find Out More 9 – Sukabumi: Find Out More

7 Places For a Long Weekend

1 – Yogyakarta: Find Out More 2 – Medan: Find Out More 3 – Ujung Kulon: Find Out More 4 – Malang: Find Out More 5 – Batu Karas: Find Out More 6 – Solo: Find Out More 7 – Belitung: Find Out More

A drive away from Jakarta

I would recommended Baduy! Baduy is a small village outside of Jakarta that is famous because of the fact that the residents of the village have turned their back on modern developments. There is no electricity in the village, no lights, no CD players, computers or anything else powered by electricity. The village is approximately three to four hours away from Jakarta by train and mini bus public transportation (angkot). Check here for my short guide for a Baduy trip .

In Baduy you can enjoy nature and get the sense of how life can actually be so simple. The village is like a trip back in time. Doing nothing and taking a deeper look to the community life were basically things that I enjoyed when I visited there. Read this article to learn more about the people of Baduy.

2: Tangerang – Suggested by titiw.com

Tangerang! You don’t need to stay overnight. It is super close to Jakarta and has plenty of things to explore.

Tangerang is approximately 30 minutes to 1,5 hours drive from Jakarta. The time depends on where you start in Jakarta.

Get a breakfast at Nasi Uduk Encim Sukaria, located in Sholeh Ali street No. 9, is a great start for your Tangerang adventure! Nasi Uduk, literary translated as coconut rice, is rice cooked with coconut milk. Nasi uduk is usually served with various side dish, slices of cucumber and crackers. Rice is a staple food in Indonesia, so there are so many variety of cooking rice. Nasi Uduk is a personal favourite.

You should try Depot Es Bun Tin, though only if you are ok with eating in a bit of a dirty place. This stall is located around Pasar Lama (old market) and you can buy various drinks for Rp5000 – Rp12.000. A great option to stop by if you are craving for something cold (but only if you don’t mind the place!).

One great idea is to take holiday snapshots or go for a cycle ride (you should bring your own bike) around Cisadane river and Bendungan Sangego. Besides that you can also explore the Klenteng Boen Tek Bio, Taman Makan Pahlawan Taruna, Museum Benteng Heritage and Mesjid 1000 Pintu (A Thousand Doors Mosque).

Don’t miss this!

Museum Benteng Heritage is located in the middle of a traditional market. It is such a cool place to visit! It is a great museum, especially if you get a knowledgeable guide. In fact you will get a lot information about Chinese history in Tangerang if you get a knowledgeable guide.

Challenges!

Be careful when getting a guide at the Thousand Doors Mosque. If you accept their invitation then you should prepare yourself for loads of donation boxes.

It’s a lot better come early to Tangerang. The earlier you arrive the better the traffic. If you arrive early you can also grab Nasi Uduk for breakfast at Nasi Uduk Encim Sukaria.

Titiw of Titiw.com is a consultant by day, a blogger by night and a traveler by day and night. With her petite body and huge passion to share her stories, she dedicates her writings about traveling to all the people out there. She wants the world to know how exciting traveling can be. With her sharing is caring. Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+  

3: Macan Island (part of thousand islands) – Suggested by backpackstory.me

A trip to Macan Island!

Several islands in the Thousand Islands will certainly impress you. Many of them have beautiful scenery (especially the underwater scenery) and it is just 1-3 hours away from Jakarta.

Some of the islands in the Thousand Islands have great facilities and are very tourist friendly. In my opinion Macan Island is definitely one of the best!

Macan Island is just 90 minutes away by speedboat from Marina harbor in Taman Impian Jaya Ancol. Tiger Islands Village & Eco Resort manages Macan Island.

Besides managing a beautiful resort, Tiger Island Village & Eco Resort also try to introduce several environmentally friendly solutions for their guests. They promote sustainable energy, environmental stewardship, organic gardening, rainwater harvesting, composting, waste management and much more including community development.

From relaxing, snorkeling, canoeing, watching the sunset, to having a massage session there are so many activities you can do on Macan Island. One thing that quite surprised me was the underwater view. The coral reefs around Macan Island are in a good condition and the management regularly undertakes coral planting around the island.

Don’t miss it!

You should try to swimming from Macan Island to Macan Gundul Island. It was one of the great achievements of my life! The swim took less than 30 minutes. Btw, the best thing about the island is it is private and secluded. The management has a maximum limit of 40 guests per day so you won’t meet many people here. This also means you get the feeling that the island is totally yours.

Since it is a private island it is quite expensive to visit. Advanced booking is a must. This island is a favorite with expat’s who live in Jakarta.

Ariev Rahman of backpackstory.me is a daily worker and a lifetime traveler; his serious travel blog was chosen as the Skyscanner best Indonesian Travel Blog for 2014. Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+  

4: Bogor – Suggested by disgiovery.com

My hometown, Bogor. It’s around 60 km down south Jakarta. 1.5 hours driving via Jagorawi toll road from Jakarta, or 1.5 hours by train from Jakarta.

Bogor is great for people who like nature and taking walks. Kebun Raya Bogor (Bogor Botanical Garden) is the main attraction and there are plenty of great picnic spots. It takes hours to walk around the botanical garden. For those that like a culinary adventure and shopping, worry not because Bogor has a lot of nice restaurants, street food stalls and factory outlets.

Local cuisine that you should try include (1) Soto Bogor (local yellowish soup usually served with beef cut & offal, coconut milk, turmeric, and other spices), (2) Asinan Bogor (raw vegetable or fruit served with spicy vinegar, ground peanut, and noodle crackers), (3) Dodongkal (stewed taro with coconut & palm sugar), (4) Bir Pletok (traditional non-alcohol ginger ale served shaken & cold), (5) Es Pala & Es Mangga (sweetened nutmeg & half-ripe mango served with ice).

You can also check out the waterfalls around Bogor and the tea plantation in Puncak. Curug Nangka (a natural waterfall close to Pura Jagatkartha) and Curug Ngumpet (a natural waterfall at Halimun Salak National Park). Puncak area is located in the Bogor-Cianjur-Sukabumi regencies and is a great place to enjoy scenic greeny. You should also visit the Gunung Mas Tea Plantatation.

The annual cultural events like Bogor Presidential Palace public visit (free entry & registration usually in early June), Cap Go Meh Carnival (usually takes place during Chinese New Year in February/March), Seren Taun Festival (Sundanese rice harvest ceremony every December) in Sindang Barang traditional village.

Not so many people know about the temples in Bogor. Pura Parahyangan Agung Jagatkartha is the biggest Hindu temple on the Island of Java and the second largest after Pura Besakih in Bali. The temple is located at the foot of Mount Salak, which makes this temple special with its grand landscape view.

Bogor is known as the rainy city, so better prepare by bringing a raincoat or umbrella, especially during the wet season (the end & beginning of the year). If you visit try to speak some Sundanese with local sellers to get a discounted price, or better yet take a local friend with you. One thing to think about, money changers are a bit difficult to find so always bring some Indonesian currency with you.

Taufan Gio of  disgiovery.com is a beach person who enjoys nature, culture, and human interest photography. He likes to play with words and pictures. Traveling for him is not about going places faraway, but it’s more about seeing things in different ways, how deep he’s been touched & inspired.  Twitter  | Instagram |  Facebook | G+

5: Cirebon – Suggested by backpackology.me

Cirebon is a coastal city in West Java where the Sundanese and Javanese cultures meet.

Cirebon is best visited by train, about 3 hour train ride from Jakarta. You will have plenty of interesting views along the way (some are not very nice, though). The journey starts with views of low-end houses along the rail track, then some green paddy fields and eventually small towns along the coastal areas.

Taking a car is another option. It’s a 3-4 hour journey along the motorway. If you choose to take a car, remember that traffic is usually alright along the toll way, but may get worsen around Pantura (Pantai Utara). This is the main road that connect Java from Jakarta to Surabaya.

Cirebon has two sultanates, namely Kanoman and Kasepuhan. You may find it interesting to stroll around the palaces with a tour guide who can explain about the history. The palaces in Cirebon are not as big as in Yogyakarta or Surakarta, it will only take about 1-2 hours to explore each palace.

Other things to watch out for are fabrics. You can find good bargain batik (silk and cotton) in Trusmi. There are showrooms selling various kinds of garments, handmade batik (batik tulis) is way more expensive than mass produced printed batik (batik cap). Cirebon’s own batik patterns are called Megamendung (literally means “cloudy cloud”).

Cirebon is famous for its’ food. There are many things to try, one that I recommend most is Empal Gentong. This is a soup made from beef and organs like intestines, tripe, etc. Ask for the meat only, if you do not wish to be too adventurous. Another of my favourite dishes is Nasi Jamblang. This is a kind of rice with options of meat, vegetables, and sambal that is common in other parts of Indonesia. However, Nasi Jamblang is unique since the rice is wrapped in teak leaf instead of banana leaf. The teak leaf gives the rice a different fragrance. You should try Nasi Jamblang Bu Nur, Nasi Jamblang Mang Dul, or Nasi Jamblang Pitri. I love other kinds of food like Tahu Gejrot (tofu with spicy sour sauce) and Docang (mixed veggies with ketupat, thick soup and shredded coconut). There is a lot of other great dishes, but I’ll let you discover them for yourself.

Public transportation is not comfortable. Traffic is also bad in many locations. Taxis are still not common. If you choose to drive your car, then you won’t have any problems with public transport. If you wish to come by train, I suggest you hire a car and a driver to go around the city.

There’s no reason to worry about accommodation when you get here. There are plenty of hotels in Cirebon and they suit every budget.

Backpackology of backpackology.me is an Indonesian travelling family, currently living in Kuala Lumpur. They have a passion to explore Indonesia and trot the globe. They strongly support travelling with baby/kids. Twitter

6: Lembang – Suggested by tesyasblog.com

Lembang, my hometown! This is a great place to spend your weekend with family.

Without heavy traffic, Lembang is a two-three hour drive from Jakarta. Leaving early from Jakarta is always a wise option. When you leave at 5 am from Jakarta, you will get into Lembang at 7.30 am.

Food in Lembang is great, delicious and mostly cheap! Ayam Brebes is a favorite and is located on Raya Lembang street No. 272. This is a good option for breakfast. Other food that you need to try includes Ketan Bakar and Tahu Tauhid.

Ketan Bakar is a traditional snack made of glutinous rice and grated coconut. Ketan bakar is usually cut into small squares (5 cm x 5 cm) and served with Serundeng or Oncom sauce. You can get this traditional snack at roadside stalls (or some restaurants) in and around Lembang.

Another of my favorite places to eat is Tahu Tauhid is a famous tofu stall that is located in Cijeruk street No. 113. The food is really tasty.

Lembang Floating Market and Dusun Bambu are two places that you can enjoy with your family. Word of advise: try to arrive at Lembang Floating Market and Dusun Bambu around 9 am, when these places are just opening. 9-11 am is the best time to enjoy these two places.

If you have a familty you will like the fact that there are plenty of games that great for kids. Dusun Bambu is a great treat with nice street food and there’s a kids playground and beautiful (+photogenic) scenery where you can take your holiday snapshots.

Though it is better to explore Dusun Bambu in the morning before it gets busy, it’s also nice to come at the end of the day. A nice place to catch the sunset at Cafe Burangrang in Dusun Bambu. Besides enjoying sunset, you can also enjoy a tasty dinner there.

Don’t miss out staying over night at the Eagle Camping Ground, which is an exclusive camping ground located inside Dusun Bambu.

Heavy traffic jams and large crowds are the two biggest challenges if you plan to spend your holiday in Lembang. It is a popular holiday destination for locals and also people visiting from Jakarta.

Since the Eagle Camping Ground is always fully booked during the weekend early booking is advised.

Tesya is an Indonesian family travel blogger and travel writer. She writes her travel story both in tesyasblog.com and tesyaskinderen.com . Her first published book is Family Backpacking Singapura & Malaysia (April 2014), and the second book Family Backpacking Hong Kong will be published soon. Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+

7: Tasikmalaya (Gunung Galunggung) – Suggested by malesmandi.com

Gunung Galunggung (2.167 mdpl), which is located around 17 km from Tasikmalaya city center, is a great weekend getaway from Jakarta.

Tasikmalaya is easily access by public bus (usually Budiman or Primajasa bus). You can catch a bus from the Kampung Rambutan terminal in Jakarta to Indihiang terminal in Tasikmalaya. The journey takes seven to eight hours journey. To head to Mount Galunggung, you can take public transportation (angkot P20; dark green color) from Indihiang terminal to the entrance gate of Galunggung.

Enjoying the nature and watching the sunrise are two of the golden highlights of Galunggung. You can either stay over night in the city center of Tasikmalaya or camp at Gunung Galunggung. If you want to have the chance (if the weather permit) to do so,e stargazing and watch the sunrise then camping is preferable.

Culinary specialties of Tasikmalaya. Two of the really famous places to eat are Nasi Tutug Oncom Pak Rahmat (located near Dadaha stadion) and Mie Bakso/meatballs noodle Laksana (located near Masjid Agung Tasikmalya).

Nasi Tutug Oncom is white rice mixed with fried oncom. There are a variety of side dishes that you can choose from such as squid, peda, tempe mendoan, or fried chicken. Mie Bakso Laksana is a nice dish to eat to warm up yourself, especially when its cold in Tasikmalaya.

If you decide to camp on Mount Galunggung, be careful of wild pigs. Keep in mind that you should keep your food inside the tent.

Rinta Adita of malesmandi.com is a weekday corporate slave and weekend wanderer. She loves to explore new places and taste new food. She eats a lot thus she loves to do exercise (usually running) regularly to keep slim. She likes to raise awareness about the campaign “take a bath only when necessary” in order to save water and save life and save the world. Her wildest dream is to have a Bakso stall in Amsterdam Central Station. Twitter | Instagram

8: Lampung – Suggested by tindaktandukarsitek.com

I would like to suggest Lampung. If you are travelling with kids the journey from Jakarta to Lampung can be a lot of fun. You can also make it very educational.

From Jakarta, you need to go to Merak port. It is a two-hour journey by bus/car from Jakarta. Once you reach the coast you will need to take a ferry. The journey takes 2 hours followed by another 1,5 by car or bus from Bakauheni port to Bandar Lampung.

The journey from Jakarta to Lampung is an interesting route with children. The ocean slowly creeps up on you and then you suddenly arrive at the entrance to the port.

Kids can experience sightseeing activities in the harbor. After you buy the ferry ticket you will need to walk along the long corridor towards the docked ships. It’s a great chance to watch the busy life of the harbor.

The journey on the ferry is also exciting. You can go to the open deck and slowly see the ferry leaving the harbor. The whole experience can be very exciting for kids. The trip from Merak to Bakauheni normally takes around 2,5 hours (or can be only one hour, depends on the weather). You can use this time to explore the ferry. If you are lucky, you can see dolphins in the ocean chasing and playing together.

Food! There is the famous Bakso Sony (meatballs) in Bandar Lampung. You can find a lot of these meatballs stalls around the city. Besides that, you can also try Pempek (a savory fishcake made of fish and tapioca that is a signature dish of Palembang). Another tasty snack is Keripik Pisang (banana chips) Lampung, which make great souvenirs. It is very tasty!

Besides the beaches, some other interesting places to go in Lampung include Teluk Kiluan, or Kiluan Bay where you can see dolphins in the sea with traditional boat. There’s also Way Kambas National Park, where you can enjoy nature and see elephants. Way Kambas National Park is a two-hour drive from Bandar Lampung. Besides that there is also Krakatau, one of the most active volcanoes in Indonesia. It’s a great spot to go diving (or snorkeling) because it is surrounded by beautiful coral reefs.

There are plenty of interesting things to see around Lampung (not in Bandar Lampung) though getting around can be difficult. It is better to rent a car or get an ojek (motorbike taxi) because public transportation can be time consuming.

Indri Juwono of tindaktandukarsitek.com  is an architect who has a passion for exploring, tracing the vernacular of life, learning how space should be created according to human needs. She loves to use public transportation and observe how people move. She is also addicted to reading and reviewing books and believes that rainbows are a miracle of life. Twitter | Instagram

9: Sukabumi – Suggested by parah1ta.jalanjalanyuk.com

Sukabumi is a two hour train journey from Bogor. Catch the train at the central station and get off at Paledang. When the traffic is fair Sukabumi is a 3,5 hour car journey from Jakarta. When traffic is bad Jakarta to Sukabumi, which is only 106 km away, can take five hours or more.

Sukabumi offers a lot of interesting places to see and activities to do. There are mountains to climb, Chinatown to explore, shopping to do, food to taste and beautiful beaches which are frequented by turtles that come here to lay their eggs. But for the weekend getaway I would suggest camping in Situgunung and doing a culinary tour of Sukabumi.

If you decide to go camping you can bring your own camping equipment and set it up on the shore of Lake Situgunung. If you do not have your own camping equipment then there is a company that provides a complete camping package. Tent with mattresses, electricity 24 hours, inclusive meals and snacks. A luxury camp experience!

The local cuisine of Sukabumi is very diverse. Dishes range from Sundanese cuisine; Nasi Timbel, Geco (stands for Tauge-Tauco, similar to the Kupat Tahu in Central Java), to Chinese influenced cuisine; chicken porridge and soto mie. There is even food with a Japanese cultural influence, like mochi cake.

A visit to curug (waterfall) Sawer is a must! It only needs 1.7 km light trekking from the entrance area of Situgunung to the curug waterfall. It is a beautiful waterfall with clear, but super cold, river water.

Get some Mochi cake for souvenirs for your friends or relatives. Go to Kue Mochi “39” at no. 39 Otista Street, Sukabumi. The store, which is an old house, is also the workshop where they make the cakes. If you are lucky, you can take a peek and see the Mochi cakes being made. Other souvenirs typical of Sukabumi include Abon (shredded meat) and Dendeng (meat jerky) H. Anung. H. Anung has been producing shredded beef, shredded cork fish and beef jerky for decades. You can find this shop on Sadar Alley, Pelabuhan II street.

Other culinary adventure ideas: • Soto Mie Agih: Jl. Pelabuhan No 82 • Geco: Jl. Pejagalan, Jl Suryakencana • Bubur Ayam Odeon: Jl Pejagalan No 33 • Nasi Uduk Mamih Ungu: Jl Brawijaya • Mochi “Kaswari Lampion”: Jl. Bhayangkara, Gang Kaswari II No 19

Zero challenge! Public transportation in Sukabumi is fair and available almost 24 hours (several routes are only available until 9pm) a day. Perhaps there will be a tiny language barrier, but you’ll be alright.

Parahita Satiti of parah1ta.jalanjalanyuk.com works calculating debt figures during the day, writing travel stories in the evening and sometimes traveling to the corners of Indonesia during the weekend. She enjoys living in Jakarta, but always looks forwards to the opportunity to work and live outside of Java. Travelling solo, as a couple, three people or a large group has never been a problem for her. From her journeys, she learned not to get too obsessive about order and regularity. Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+  

Great for the long weekends

1: yogyakarta.

I personally think that Yogyakarta is a perfect weekend getaway from Jakarta. The flight ticket from Jakarta to Yogyakarta is around Rp 350,000 one way. The flight takes around 1 hour. Or alternatively you can go by train, the journey take around 7-9 hours. Executive class train ticket price quite competitive with the flight ticket price, but economic or business train ticket are much cheaper. Feel free to check out my other post about things to do in Yogyakarta here and get ideas for a fantastic holiday there. Check other suggestions as below!  

2: Medan – suggested by winnyradc.wordpress.com

Medan is a 2,5 hour plane ride away from Jakarta. Normally the flight ticket will cost around Rp 600.000 one way. From Kuala Namu airport it take just 30 minutes to get to Medan by train (Rp85.000). You will get dropped off at Merdeka walk, which is a popular place to hang out and do some food shopping. From the city center to Lake Toba or Tangkahan or Bukit Lawang it will take approximately 4-5 hours to get there by bus.

There are several interesting places to visit around the city center like Maimun Palace near Masjid Raya Medan (mosque), the crocodile farm and Sibolangit for its two colour waterfall called Air Terjun Dwi Warna. Other places you can explore include Lake Toba (Danau Toba) and Samosir island area. A perfect area to visit if you’re interested in Batak culture. There are the old houses, Batak ethnic funerals, Sigale-gale (puppet dancing) and other activities to be found.

If you like the countryside then Tangkahan village might suit you. Some people say that it is one of the hidden gems of Sumatera. You can even see elephants here! If you love Orang Utan and trekking more then you should go to Bukit Lawang.

Medan is pretty famous for its tasty cuisine! Mie Aceh Titi Bobrok (noodle) and Ayam Penyet Joko Solo (chicken) are two of the highlights. If you are an adventurous eater, why not try to eat Durian? Go to Ucok Durian and get them to pick the best one for you. They are famous for this ability! Local coffee is also worth a try.

If you have extra time, do visit Pamukkale Indonesia . This “Salju Panas” is located in Dolok Tinggi Raja. It is four hours from Medan city center.

This one is not a challenge, but a quick fact: though Medan people are known for being loud, they are warm hearted people. Don’t be shy to say hi and ask for things.

One of the big challenges is the condition of the roads around Medan. They aren’t great! Another thing to watch out for are beggars. Beware of random people asking for money. Refuse politely and stay away from these people. Public transportation like (buses) is basically ok, but be sure that you know where your destination is. It can be a bit tricky if you are clueless where to go. Renting a car can be a convenient, but more expensive option.

Winny of winnyradc.wordpress.com is an industrial engineer from Padangsidempuan, North Sumatera who loves travelling and blogging. She is currently working as an engineer in for a company producing cement.  

3: UJUNG KULON – Suggested by littlenomadid.blogspot.com

If you are keen to have a short adventurous escape near Jakarta, Ujung Kulon National Park is the answer. From Jakarta it’s about a four hour drive to Carita Marina. From there it’s a two hour speedboat ride to Ujung Kulon. It might be a bit tiring, but trust me it’s worthwhile.

There are many things you can do at Ujung Kulon like fishing, snorkeling, trekking, watching wildlife , canoeing or even just relaxing on the beach. Those who like the wilderness will really enjoy Ujung Kulon National Park.

It is safe to travel around. There are several licensed tour operator that provide organised tours. However, since this is a wild natural place expect to see wild animals around and be prepared for basic facilities.

Velysia of littlenomadid.blogspot.com  is an Indonesian nomad and an easy-going girl. Travel is not just a hobby for her, it’s her passion. She enjoys every single step of her journey. She is a mountain addict and a beach lover. She decided to travel around her beloved country before exploring the big wide world. Through travel she finds serenity. Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+

4: Malang – suggested by debbzie.com

Malang, the second largest city in East Java, is great for a weekend getaway. It’s a casual and laid back city with generally pleasant weather. There are daily flights from Jakarta to Malang. The flight time is approximately one hour.

There are lots of fun things to do in and around Malang. A becak ride around the city is recommended. It’s a lot of fun! Besides that you can also drive towards Batu for the theme parks, museums and also do a bit of zoo hopping. If you are a beach lover then a visit to Goa Cina beach is a must!

Malang is also well known as a heaven for food lovers. Take a food tour around the city! If you decide to do so then here are some ideas: Bakso Malang (meatballs soup), Cwie Mie Malang (noodle with shredded chicken meat), Rujak Manis & Rujak Cingur, Nasi Buk Malang, Tahu Tek (tofu), and the list goes on.

Nasi Buk, which originally comes from Madura, is a plate of rice served with vegetables (young jackfruit), chili, and serundeng. You can choose dishes for side dish that you like such as fried chicken, satay beef, tofu, tempe bacem and many more.

For tourism attractions, you should visit Museum Angkut and Goa Cina beach. Museum Angkut is an awesome transportation museum for vehicle lovers. Goa Cina beach is a beautiful beach with white sand and pristine blue water.

Well, since Malang is a popular destination now, it gets really crowded during weekends and public holidays. You’ll find the streets get very busy with heavy traffic jams. The hotel rates also increase and the restaurants overflow with people. Advance reservations are recommended.

Debbzie Leksono is a travel junkie, foodie, shutterbug and animal lover who shares her stories on www.debbzie.com . Living a semi-nomadic life since birth, she never limits herself to only a certain way of traveling. As a backpacker who slept in a train station bench or as a tourist who has stayed in luxury hotels, she has done it all. Why choose only one if you can experience it all?  Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+

5: Batu Karas – Suggested by mixedupalready.com

Renting a car with a driver is the best way to get to Batu Karas. It is a six hour drive from Bandung to Pangandaran, and then another two hours from Pangandaran to Batukaras. One tip, when I visited there was construction work underway on the road between Pangandaran – Batukaras, so we could only use one lane in that area.

Alternatively if you don’t want to drive you can fly from Jakarta (Halim Perdanakusuma airport) using Susi Air to Nusa Wira Airport. The airport is located quite close to Batu Karas.

Besides being famous as a surfing spot, Batu Keras is a great place just to just sit back and relax. There are a few beaches in Batu Karas that you should definitely check out! The most visited beach in Batu Karas would be Legok Pari Beach. A few people visit this beach to surf, to learn how to surf or just play around the beach and enjoy the view.

Rumah Raia is a great place to stay if you go to Batu Karas in a group. Rumah Raia is simple, a bit tough to find, but it gives you the sense of being a local in Batu Karas. To find Batu Karas you need to go through a fishermens village. Rumah Raia is located close to some local people’s houses and coconut trees.

I have never tried this myself, but body rafting seems a popular activity to do in Batu Karas. You can also check out Green Canyon or Citumang. It is located quite near to Batukaras.

Challenges! The long drive!

Timothy W Pawiro of mixedupalready.com is a tourist and a traveller who enjoys touristy places. Though sometimes he prefers to travel by himself, most of the time he explore places with his beloved buddies. He is a weekender that is happy to carry a backpack or luggage. He might sometimes plan his own itinerary, but often leavesitinerary creation to his travel mates (or using a travel agent service). However he will always be the one to say where to stay! Twitter | Instagram |  G+  

6: Solo (Laweyan) – Suggested by jejak-bocahilang.com

Laweyan, Solo, Central Java. Laweyan is a batik village that not only prides itself for being one of the industrial centers for handmade batik, but a heritage village that has a lot of interesting historical stories.

Airplanes and train is the transportation of choice to go to Solo. It takes approximately one hour to fly from Jakarta to Solo. It takes around nine hours by train from Gambir or Senen train station in Jakarta to Purwosari train station in Solo.

From the airport you can continue the journey by taxi or public bus (Batik Solo Trans) and stop at Purwosari. A 10 minutes rickshaw ride can bring you (or you can walk) to Laweyan village from Purwosari.

Behind the ranks of shops that sell batik along Tiga Negeri street, you can explore interesting historical sites. One of the famous sites is Laweyan Mosque, one of the oldest mosques in Solo. The mosque is home to the ancient tombs of Ki Ageng Henis (ancestor of the founder of the kingdom of Mataram, Panembahan Senopati).

There is also an ancient house not far from the Laweyan mosque which has an underground bunker that can fit 10 people. It is said that the bunker was used as a connecting hallway between houses, but in the end it is only functioned as a storage room for valuables.

Discover the typical street snack of Solo named Ledre, which is sold in the alley behind Tiga Negeri street (Setono street). Ledre is made from glutinous rice dough baked in a frying pan without oil until half-charred. The snack is then filled with grated coconut and plantain pieces and folded into a half circle. It is sweet and pretty filling. Wedangan Rumah Nenek that is located at No. 58 JSidoluhur Street. It is a great spot for lunch and taking a short rest. It serves tasty drinks and food at affordable prices. For more ideas of things to do in Surakarta check this post .

Not everyone can speak English and this can be a language barrier. A good idea is to note down “Laweyan” and show it to the rickshaw drivers. Anyway, if you get difficulties with language and directions, Wedangan Rumah Nenek and Mahkota Batik showroom are the best places to go since they have guides who can speak foreign languages.

Halim is a walkers who is originally from Solo. He enjoys adventure and finding new things related to history and old buildings. He is actively writing and sharing stories on jejak-bocahilang.com | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook

7: Belitung – Suggested by geretkoper.com

Belitung Island is just a one hour flight from Jakarta and easily accessible. There are some airlines that serve Jakarta – Tanjung Pandan; such as Sriwijaya, Citilink and Garuda Indonesia.

Belitung Island is famous for its beautiful beaches with big stones! Island hopping and snorkeling on Pasir Island, Babi Island, Burung Island, Batu Belayar Island and Lengkuas Island are some of the highlights of Belitung. The lighthouse on Lengkuas Island is one of the definite highlights of any trip to Belitung. You can climb the lighthouse, which was built in 1882, and see an amazing aerial view of the sea from above.

Coffee lovers should visit Manggar in East Belitung and give Manggar coffee a try. Mie (noodle) Atep Belitung also worth trying. Mie Belitung is a yellow noodle covered in shrimp sauce and sprinkled with fried shrimp cake, cucumber slices, chunks of boiled potatoes, boiled shrimp and bean sprouts plus a melinjo cracker.

No public transportation is available on this island. This means you should rent a car or join an organised tour. The city itself usually become really quiet around 7 pm. If you want to get dinner with live music then you should go to Tanjung Pendam (I guess it is the only area that stays busy during the night).

Car rental cost around Rp300.000 per day (without the driver). Boat rental is Rp300.000 for a day for a small boat and Rp800.000 a day for a larger boat)

Meidiana Kusuma is a daydreamer who dream of travelling the world since primary school. She is also a theme park junkie, sunset lover, city explorer and cute cafe hunter. Since 2012 she shares her travel journeys on geretkoper.com . Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | G+

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52 comments.

Ahhh benerr banget long weekend bisa ke Medan juga yaah :3 mau mampir ke sana nih rencananya tahun ini, semoga terlaksana 🙂

btw kohal mauu juga dong diajak ke laweyan 😀 apa mampir Malang lagi kita?

Meidi, thank you sudah ikutan yaaa.. Aku juga jadi kepingin main ke Laweyan dan Medan juga!

Nice. I should probably save this page before it’s too late. :))

Hi Kak Titiw, Thanks very much ya for your contribution.. Benteng Heritage museum seems interesting! I always love museums when they have a good guide.

It’s a great post! Even though I don’t live in Jakarta, this list will come handy for me when planning for a trip. Thanks for including me, Firsta :*

Thanks for participating Debb! :*

Nice post Firsta! For me who has to drive 3 hours everyday (yup in Jakarta), a weekend getaway is a must *yeah I know it’s an excuse:p And I get so many ideas of weekend getaway from this post. Thanks!

Kak Tesya, thank you for the Lembang idea.. I should check the Eagle Camping Ground, it looks great! Oh yes, I remember how painful it was to be stuck in traffic (everyday) when I worked in Jakarta. 🙁

pekerjaan yang bagus firsta, so proud of u hehehehheh 😀

Winny, terima kasih yaaa sudah mau ikutan 🙂 Jadi penasaran sama Salju Panas. Hehehe.. Itu di foto, sendal kamu sampe copot ya?

Aaah tulisannya keren kak, informatif banget. Noted deh 😀

Keren-keren ya semua ide nya Kak? Terima kasih sudah berkunjung ya 🙂

Wow, it’s really a great compilation!

Thanks Firsta … 😉

Thanks juga Timo! 😉

Thank you Firsta for the opportunity given to contribute in this post! It’s really nice and informative as a whole package! 🙂

Kak Badai! Thank you juga ya! 🙂

Kece banget deh iniiii, makasih udah diajakin ya kak Firsta 😀 jadi pengen ke Tangerang ikutan saran kak Titiw

Makasih Kak Dita 🙂 Senang sekali jadi bisa ngasih ide ke teman-teman yang lain juga ya. Hihihi.. Aku jadi banyak pinginnya huaaaa.. Termasuk ke Tasikmalaya. Eh, Kampung Naga juga deket situ kan ya?

Yayyy ternyata banyak ide tempat buat liburan singkat dari Jakarta yah. Nice share banget… Oh ya, makasih Kak Frista daku sudah diajak kolaborasi di mari. ^^

Terima kasih untuk partisipasinya juga ya Kak Halim! Nice info juga tentang Laweyan. 🙂 I am curious with Laweyan now.

Aha, nice post!

TAPI ITU FOTOKU NYOMOT DARI MANAAAA?

Ada deh! :p

What a great list Firsta! I’ve made my way to a few of these places already but I still got a lot more catching up to do :))

Hi Lily, I think I have a catching up to do too ! I have never been to Medan. 🙁 I want to go to Lake Toba.

Very, very, very nice post! This article gives me some alternatives if I confuse where’ll I go at short days 🙂

I am glad you found this post useful.

I used to go to Garut in the weekend when I stayed in Jakarta, kak firsta, (oh, please, Tangerang Selatan, deng, hahaha)

Hahahaha.. better than Bekasi, no? :p My aunt’s husband is from Garut and they always said that Garut is a nice place to visit, but I still haven’t had a chance to visit. Perhaps I need to make time and go there. 🙂 What is the best thing about Garut according to you?

horeeyyy… i joined this collaborative post! thank you for sharing others kak Firstaa..

Mbak Indri, Thank your for your contribution ya!

Wuiiih, sangat berguna sekali buat yg tinggal di Jakarta yg pastinya butuh piknik. Sangat bagus dan komplit kak Firsta. Btw, Tulus ngajak kita ketemuan tuh, enaknya kapan ya? Aku juga pingin piknik nih.. ahahaha..

Thanks Mas Ndop. Kece-kece yah ide dari teman-teman 🙂 Iya mau banget ketemuan, tapi aku lagi di Jakarta nih. Nanti berkabar lagi ya kalau sudah balik ke Yogya.

Hi kak, Stopping by to your blog always give me another holiday plan.

I always want to visit Baduy Dalam – Luar to spend my leisure time. Do you think travel to Baduy can be done by a solo traveler? Is it dangerous for the first timer (the most tricky part for me is looking for a homestay in Baduy Luar and trekking buddy for day trip to Baduy Dalam)

Thanks for your reply ya kak. Dewanda Saputri ( https://gotosomewhere.wordpress.com/ )

Hi Dewanda,

Thanks for dropping by. It should be easy to visit Baduy Dalam even if you are travelling solo. Baduy people are generally kind and friendly so I think it should be ok. 🙂 Good luck!

I’m still a big fan of a Bandung getaway for the weekend, even if the traffic can be a bit hectic (though if you know the back roads you can avoid some of the worst of it).

There’s so many great places to eat, though I have to stop in at H.M. Harris every time for the satay and gule kambing and the oleh oleh favourite of Amanda Brownies for dessert.

Obviously there’s plenty of shopping, both outlets and distros and then there’s great scenery nearby, from Dago to Tangkuban Perahu and Kawah Putih. Bandung’s certainly a place I can keep returning to!

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Very good tips, thank you!

Glad you found this useful! Thanks for visiting my blog 🙂

Aihh, tulisannya lengkap dan inspiratif 🙂

Iya, tulisan keroyokan rame-rame 🙂 Thank you.

wow great ideas for weekend gateway., and belitong island is one of them. thank you for sharing 🙂

u can add Sentul too! There are some interesting spot to try! Like Leuwi Hejo – Leuwi Lieuk. Just 2 hrs from jakarta and u will thank me :p

Sounds like a good idea. I heard about it, but never had the chance to visit.

Hello there Firsta! We will be in Jakarta this coming Jan 29 to Feb 2,2016… As i read your blogs, as if Im already there …very helpful tips for us first timers to visit Jakarta.. We are booked in Big Hotel Mangga Dua..Can you recommend for 3 of us where to buy original batik clothes and other gift items for families and friends back home..Thanks and best regards

Hi Pauline,

Batik shopping – Thamrin city (for budget and mid price range), or Alun-Alun Indonesia in Grand Indonesia / Bin House in Plaza Indonesia.

Fantastic articles and guides! Terima kasih banyak!

Sama-sama, Liz. So what is the plan for the weekend? 😀

Lengkap banget infonyaaaa.. 🙂 Someday mau juga kolaborasi nulis bareng gini kalo ada kesempatannya…

Hi Dee! Thanks to all the bloggers! Kamu suka ke jalan-jalan ke pantai gak? 🙂 Aku lagi cari beberapa blogger untuk collaborative post tentang pantai di Indonesia. Email me if you are interested.

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Getaways from Jakarta | Weekend Destinations that Locals Keep Secret!

Go beyond a staycation with six weekend getaways from Jakarta that locals love to keep TOP SECRET! Travelers who have some extra time during a holiday in Jakarta can squeeze a few more activities into an itinerary with one of these quick day trips. Each of these six destinations offers hiking, sightseeing and Indonesian culture, as well as plenty of rest and relaxation in Indonesia’s boundless nature.

Getaways from Jakarta | 1. SUKABUMI, West Java

Nestled in the southern foothills of gorgeous Mount Gede , Sukabumi presents opportunities galore for the outback adventurer. Hike up a winding mountainside through coffee and tea plantation terraces, and release endangered baby turtles into the sea while admiring conservation efforts by locals to preserve native lands. Go white water rafting, or journey through naturally-occurring formations at Ciletuh Geopark .

Drive time from Jakarta : 3.5 hours

Check In to The Highland Park Resort Bogor , Step Out to Mount Gede

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Jakarta Getaways | 2. MANADO, North Sulawesi

Unearth some of the strangest creatures living in the sea during a muck diving expedition off the coast of Lembeh Strait . Explore the five islands that make up this unconventional holiday spot, and don’t miss Bunaken National Park , where you’ll view a colorful variety of natural coral and nearly every kind of sea life native to the area.

Flight time from Jakarta : 3.5 hours

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Getaways from Jakarta | 3. PUNCAK, West Java

You won’t be alone on a holiday in Puncak , but you are guaranteed to meet locals from Jakarta who come to the region to escape the madding crowds of the city. Puncak Pass is best known for its rich vegetation and cool, crisp air. Most attractions in Puncak are easiest seen on foot. While there, birdwatchers will love spotting native species while sauntering down Canopy Trail. More adventurous trekkers can cross a 130-meter suspension bridge, journey through tea plantations and end the day with a rejuvenating soak in a waterfall.

Drive time from Jakarta : 1.5 hours

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Jakarta Getaways | 4. LABUAN BAJO, Flores

Nature lovers easily can get wrapped up in the cozy atmosphere of Labuan Bajo . While the town itself can be scaled on foot in less than 10 to 15 minutes, the attractions surrounding this sea port hamlet are virtually endless. Set off on island adventures. Discover some of the most exotic marine life in the world. And whatever you do, don’t miss Komodo National Park , where you will walk side by side with Komodo dragons and a crazy array of native wildlife. Along the outskirts of Labuan Bajo , locals in traditional villages and fishermen go about their daily routines, and if we didn’t mention it, they love visitors! Spend the day learning the art of weaving or just relaxing on a dock reeling in the day’s catch.

Flight time from Jakarta : 2 hours, 20 minutes

Check In to Plataran Komodo Beach Resort , Step Out to Labuan Bajo

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Getaways from Jakarta | 5. TEGAL, Central Java

Soak up the healing effects of the natural hot springs that flow abundantly through Tegal . A trip to this coastal oasis is not only refreshing but also liberating. Snorkel off the white sand beaches during sunrise, and spend the remainder of the day in Semedo village surveying fossils and satisfying your archaeological curiosities. While there, cool off with a swim in a former limestone rock quarry before watching the sun go down over Lake Beko.

Drive time from Jakarta : 4 hours

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Jakarta Getaways | 6. LOMBOK, West Nusa Tenggara

Traveling to Indonesia without paying a visit to Lombok isn’t a crime, … but maybe it should be! Lombok contains a treasure trove of historical landmarks and museums, highlighting the island’s role in World War II. After learning the history of the region, book a fast boat and step back in time with a tour of Gili Islands , where you’ll visit traditional villages that don’t even allow motor cars! Enjoy an afternoon of getting around the little communities on a bicycle or in a horse-drawn carriage. Snorkel during sunset, and end the day at a lively reggae-themed beach party with other travelers who love Lombok as much as you!

Flight time from Jakarta : 1 hour, 50 minutes

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10 nature attractions near jakarta that are perfect for your weekend getaway.

You won’t have to go too far from the metropolitan capital to enjoy Javanese nature at its best

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The hustle and bustle of Jakarta can be a bit too much without a break once in a while. So why not take advantage of the nature that is not too far from your doorstep and check out one of these 10 locations that will scratch that nature itch while also offering some stunning picture opportunities.

 Ciater natural hot spring

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Nestled among tea fields, beneath a volcano, is Ciater hot springs. Beautiful natural surroundings are accompanied by good staff and clean accommodation, which altogether is great for couples looking for a place to relax, or families wanting to show the children the local wildlife.

Gunung Pancar

Located in the ever-growing area of Sentul is Gunung Pancar. Cool weather and local forests can be enjoyed by everyone, and once you’re finished you can enjoy some amazing food in Giuliani’s or head to Jungle Land for some fun with the family. 

 Green Canyon Pangandaran

Pangandaran is well known for its beach life and nature park, but the real gem is a bit further away. A short car journey or bike ride will take you to the Green Canyon. Not only can you jump into the cool river water, but you can also drift down it with nothing but a life jacket. An amazing way to experience the local nature.

Tanjung Lesung

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Only a few hours’ car ride away from bustling Jakarta and a short 30 minutes from Carita, Tanjung Lesung has some of the most picturesque beaches in Java. As well as beautiful coastal scenery, you enjoy local collections of poetry and art, which the area celebrates.

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Lush green paddy fields, serene village ambience, and refreshing breezes is how you’ll be welcomed when you enter Sawarna. Located in the area of Banten, just next door to Jakarta, it is a great place to escape the hustle, bustle and heat of the big city.

Mount Ceremai National Park

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Where to go for a perfect weekend getaway in Jakarta

From luxury day spas and trendy barber shops to heritage hotels and chic cafés, a weekend in Jakarta delivers plenty of opportunities for fun, pampering and relaxation

Story By Anita Surewicz

Published On April 29, 2019 Updated On August 18, 2022

Need a little weekend break from the bustle of Jakarta ? The city offers plenty of opportunities for weekend escapes, whether you’re in need of a little rest and relaxation, a lavish spa sesh or even a little bit of art appreciation. Here are six spots to add to your weekend itinerary.

The Dharmawangsa

Strategically located in the upscale neighbourhood of Kebayoran Baru, The Dharmawangsa is an atmospheric hotel that blends Javanese architecture of the 1920s and the aesthetics of the 14th-century Majapahit Empire, which ushered in a golden age for Java. Some of the hotel’s decorative elements include carved artworks, ethnic textiles and the emblem of Surya Majapahit, a motif once used throughout Indonesia to reflect the progress of the sun across the sky. Each of the hotel’s rooms and suites comes with a 24-hour butler service, while other amenities include three restaurants, a cognac lounge, a wine cellar, two swimming pools and a wellness centre.

Bartele Gallery

Whether you are in the market for a unique memento or just want to browse, Bartele Gallery ’s collection of antique maps, prints and photographs is nothing short of fascinating. The gallery stocks period pieces from Indonesia’s colonial era, as well as objects from across the rest of Asia, Africa and Oceania – some of which are over 500 years old. The range of prints on offer includes antique plans of Batavia (present-day Jakarta), vintage maritime posters and one-off botany prints. All maps and prints are sold with a certificate of authenticity.

Named after a traditional Indian system of medicine, L’Ayurveda spa heals the mind, body and soul with tailor-made therapies that get to the root of emotional and physical discomfort. Take a weekend break at this popular Jakarta spa and try treatments like the Chakra Healing Massage to unblock the energy centres in the body; the Kati Basti to treat lower back stiffness and pain; and the Shirodhara Oil Massage, which involves dripping a stream of warm oil onto the forehead (where the third eye is purportedly located). It also offers more unusual services such as tarot readings and crystal therapy.

Chief Barbershop

From shaves and trims to modern and classic cuts, Chief Barbershop ’s grooming services are serious business. The company, which now has four branches across Jakarta, only employs barbers from Garut, a town in West Java renowned for its highly skilled snippers and shavers. Chief Barbershop also offers its own brand of hair care and beard care products, as well a large range of notable pomades from around the world. Its Kemang location features a minimalist coffee shop, Chief Coffee & Roastery, which doubles as an art space.

Martha Tilaar

Martha Tilaar spas are a well-known Jakarta institution. The salon follows the Javanese tradition of Rupasampat Wahyabiantara, a philosophy that views outer and inner beauty as interconnected. As such, many of Martha Tilaar’s indulgent treatments are based on established Indonesian wisdom and healing practices. The spa’s signature treatments include the Batimung Body Treatment from Kalimantan that uses steam and herbs to remove toxins from the body, as well as the Balinese Coconut Body Treatment to promote blood circulation and moisturise the skin.

Planning a weekend shopping trip in Jakarta? Bateeq ’s collections blend edgy designs with Indonesia’s most beloved cultural icon – batik. Made using wax and coloured dyes, the traditional textile has seen a revival since being added to Unesco’s Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list in 2009. The label’s ready-to-wear collections (which include womenswear, menswear and clothes for kids) combine flattering designs, innovative motifs and bright colours to bring originality to the centuries-old craft. The store offers a customisation and adjustment service to ensure that each garment is a perfect fit.

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This article was originally published in the April 2019 issue of SilverKris magazine

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Things to do in Jakarta: Unmissable sites for a long weekend

Looking for cool things to do in Jakarta without having to navigate the frenetic buzz of the city? Read on, we have you covered! 

Some deem the sprawling Indonesian capital to be captivating, while others describe its frenetic pace of life as chaotic. Yet, something all visitors can agree on is that this city, located on the northwest coast of Java , is a not to be missed destination in Indonesia for a city break. It is a common stopover destination for travelers jet-setting to the beaches of Bali yet there are so many exciting things to do in Jakarta that it is worth exploring. It won’t take you long to get swept up in the addictive buzz of the city’s daily hustle and bustle. But if the city seems overwhelming, our handy weekend guide will ensure you see all the top sites. 

Jakarta tourist spots that are not to be missed off your weekend itinerary

Since it has been established that Jakarta is a must-visit if you happen to be in Indonesia, it is now essential to pinpoint exactly where to go . With so many things to do in Jakarta, the ideal way to enjoy the city is to break it up into zones. Our favorite place to begin your adventure is in the historic neighborhood of Kota Tua. This is a Jakarta must-see and an ideal location for exploring the city’s colonial Dutch heritage. When venturing into the city center you won’t be able to ignore the towering National Monument, one of the city’s most iconic features. And once night falls, hide away in one of the city’s most glamorous dining spots.

Discover the city’s historic past with a trio to the Kota Tua neighborhood 

Day 1: Get to grips with the city and uncover what to do in Jakarta

Once you are fresh off the plane, dive right into the sights, smells, and sounds that Jakarta has to offer. There is no better way to get to grips with this city than immersing yourself in its daily life. Spend this day checking off all the major things to do in Jakarta as this will give you an ideal reference when it comes to navigating the sprawling city . Whether you are looking for places to visit in Jakarta with family, or are keen to enjoy a romantic getaway, there is something for everyone in the Indonesian capital.

Kota Tua, an interesting place in Jakarta to begin your day

When trying to understand modern-day Jakarta, it is handy if we understand a little about its past. The best way to do this is to visit the historic neighborhood of Kota Tua . Here many of the original 16th and 17th-century Dutch colonial buildings can still be seen as you walk around Old Batavia, the old walled city. 

Brush up on key historical facts at the Jakarta Museum which was once the City Hall

Brush up on key historical facts at the Jakarta Museum which was once the City Hall. And, then if you are interested in art and design, head around the corner to the Fine Art and Ceramic Museu m. There are plenty more museums to visit in this neighborhood and once you have had your fix of history, grab a bite at the Batavia Café, a traditional colonial style café located in the main square with views of the old city hall. Be sure to pay attention to the photos on the walls. These show the faces of all the famous people who have eaten in this oasis of calm and sophistication.

The National Monument is a must see with visiting Jakarta

Jakarta landmarks not to be missed: The National Monument

Now that you have a grasp of the early history of Jakarta, it is time to venture into the modern city center and visit one of its most iconic landmarks. Jakarta sightseeing is not complete without a trip to the National Monument . But let’s be honest, the 132-meter-tall monument is hard to miss. This structure was built in 1961 in the heart of Merdeka square to represent the Indonesian struggle for independence. It is possible to climb to the top of the obelisk to be able to take in panoramic views of the city - one of the top things to do in Jakarta! 

Shopping areas in Jakarta worth visiting

If you have overdosed on culture and tradition , it is time to hit the shops. Shopping is one of the local favorite things to do in Jakarta and there is no shortage of interesting shops to explore. The Park Plaza Mall and the Grand Indonesian Mall are two of the most visited among locals so take their lead and discover the latest trends in Indonesia. The malls shut at 11 pm so this is one of the fun activities in Jakarta that you can do at almost any time of the day. If vintage markets are more your scene, the Jalan Surabaya street market is an ideal way to pass the time. Here you can pick up vintage clothes, souvenirs, vinyl records, and many more interesting keepsakes.

Don’t pass up the chance to dine at the Furusatu Izakaya restaurant located in The Orient Jakarta, a Royal Hideaway Hotel

Best places to visit in Jakarta for dinner? Head to the Furusatu Izakaya Restaurant

If you are looking for a special way to end a memorable day, we have just what you are looking for. The Orient Jakarta, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is one of the most luxurious Jakarta places to visit for foodies offering two illustrious restaurants to choose from. Furusatu Izakaya, a Japanese restaurant and Caspar restaurant, and lounge. Yet, you don’t have to be a guest to enjoy these top dining facilities. 

For a truly authentic dining experience that will delight your taste buds, indulge in Asian cuisine at Furusatu Izakaya

For a truly authentic dining experience that will delight your taste buds , indulge in Asian cuisine at Furusatu Izakaya. The luxury sushi bar will make your mouth water while the sake bar will keep your appetite fired up so that you can keep on savoring the extensive menu. 

The Orient Jakarta, a Royal Hideaway Hotel is one of the city’s top hotels

Day 2: Live like a local and continue exploring the best things to do in Jakarta

Now that you have survived your first day in this bustling metropolis you will now begin to feel at one with the chaotic pace of life. As you may have gathered, Jakarta is a city that is on the go, all the time. There are so many things to do in Jakarta that squeezing them into one weekend doesn’t do the city justice. Yet since your first day was spent visiting the major landmarks, it is time to explore more local spots to allow you to really get a feel for the Indonesian capital. Here are our picks for the best fun things to do in Jakarta.

Looking for unique things to do in Jakarta? Visit a Cathedral

It is worth remembering that Indonesia is a predominantly Muslim country so it will come as a surprise to discover the Jakarta Cathedral when out exploring the city. Yet this magnificent building was built in the 19th century when religious diversity was still very present on the island of Java. Step inside the peaceful, calming interiors and take time to admire the ornate artworks on display. If you have time and are keen to experience something different, stay to hear a mass. But, if not, a trip to this landmark is a relaxing way to start your morning before you continue on to enjoy the rest of the stuff to do in Jakarta.

Continue your day and enjoy the many things to do in Ancol, such as a trip to the beach…

Jakarta is a city full of surprises and one of them is Ancol Bay , the city’s very own beach. While the stretch of sand may be narrow, it is one of the ideal places to visit in Jakarta with family thanks to the array of water sports on offer and the proximity to some of the city’s best theme parks. If romance is in the air, a stroll along the beach at sunset is one of the ultimate romantic things to do in Jakarta.

Discover the 26 provinces of Indonesia with a visit to the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah park

Don’t leave without visiting one of the top things to do in Jakarta: The Dharma Bhakti Temple

If you are keen to explore a rich highlight of all the things to do in Jakarta, the Dharma Bhakti Temple is definitely one for the list. It is the oldest Chinese temple in Jakarta , dating back to 1650. This prestigious building can be found in the Chinatown neighborhood of Jakarta, known as Glodok. The temple was the center of Chinese culture and tradition when it was built during the Dutch colonial period and to this day it remains a key place of worship for modern-day Chinese residents. Many people flock to this temple on the first and the 15th day of the new moon to offer prayers to the deities. This is also a central location for the Chinese New Year celebrations in the city.

End the day with a stroll around Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, one of the famous Jakarta, Indonesia tourist attractions

A stroll through the extensive grounds of Taman Mini Indonesia Indah is one of the things to do in Jakarta that is recommended to all travelers. Not only is the park exceptionally beautiful, but it also gives a glimpse of what the rest of the archipelago has to offer.  This is achieved by representing each one of the 26 provinces in exhibits split across various pavilions. The focus is placed on the physical culture of each province with clothes, traditions, and dances working together to tell the colorful story of this island nation. The park is also home to a cinema and a cable car which is a great way to see the city from above.

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Weekend trips from Jakarta

• Plumbon / Salatiga
• Adiwerna / Surakarta
• Magelang / Purwokerto

For any of these trips, you could visit just the first or second destination if you want to do less driving and spend more time in the area.

Trip idea #1: Jakarta → Plumbon → Salatiga → Jakarta

Trip idea #2: jakarta → adiwerna → surakarta → jakarta, trip idea #3: jakarta → magelang → purwokerto → jakarta.

Total driving time for this trip is about 14.5 hours of driving.

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The Best Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Jakarta

If you're planning a weekend getaway to Jakarta, Indonesia, you'll need to find a great hotel to stay at. We've analyzed all of the hotels in the area based on key criteria to help you figure out where to stay for a weekend in Jakarta . Whether you're a family or a couple, there are plenty of hotels in the area to suit your needs for the perfect long weekend. From affordable rates to luxurious amenities, there's something for everyone. Many of the hotels offer comfortable, relaxing rooms with easy access to nearby activities which are perfect for a 2-day or 3-day trip to the area. You'll also find plenty of great restaurants and bars in the area, perfect for a night out and the ultimate weekend of culture and cuisine. And there's no shortage of things to do in Jakarta, from sightseeing to exploring. So why wait? Book your hotel for a weekend escape in Jakarta at one of these terrific places to start planning your perfect weekend getaway.

(Prices are listed in U.S. Dollars.)

The Ritz Carlton Hotel Jakarta Pacific Place

A great stay for a weekend trip to jakarta.

• High Quality: guest ratings are higher than average.
• Outdoor pool

Located at Sudirman Commercial Business District, JI. Jend., The Ritz Carlton Hotel Jakarta Pacific Place has great rooms from $187 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar . It has a terrific 9.30 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. Only 5.9 km from the city center, visitors will especially love a kid-friendly buffet, breakfast, rooms with kitchens, child care, and laundry services at this convenient hotel. Having a kitchen means that you'll be able to cook, which is very convenient when you're on the road.

• Room service
• Breakfast included
• Airport shuttle
• Fitness center
• Kid-friendly buffet
• Babysitting / Child Care
• Laundry service
• Free parking
• Family rooms
• Coffee shop
• Refrigerator
• Breakfast in the room

Shangri-La Jakarta

A great hotel for the ultimate 3 days in jakarta.

• Great Value: the price is lower than average for 5-star hotels.
• Family-Friendly

A great place to stay is Shangri-La Jakarta which has nice rooms starting at $92. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a water park, and a restaurant , it also has a great guest rating of 8.90 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Kota BNI Jln Jend Sudirman Kav 1. This fun hotel is also nice because it offers a fitness center, a bar, laundry services, golf, and city views which weekend visitors will enjoy. Also, it's just 3.4 km from the city center. Don't forget to spend some time at the terrific pool bar where you can unwind and relax.

JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta

Perfect for 2 days in jakarta.

We found JW Marriott Hotel Jakarta to be a great place to stay, and the price starts at $144. We loved that is has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar , and it also has a terrific guest rating of 8.60 out of 10 from previous guests. It's located at Jalan DR Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung Kav E.1.2 No 1&2. You'll also find a kid-friendly buffet, hiking, rooms with kitchens, child care, and laundry services which weekend travelers will love. And this comfortable hotel is just 5.9 km from the center of town. The restaurant serves delicious food, too.

• Horse riding
• Bicycle rental
• Table tennis
• Kids' club

Fairmont Jakarta

A great weekend getaway hotel.

With terrific rooms from $147, Fairmont Jakarta, at Jalan Asia Afrika No. 8, Gelora Bung Karno provides an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar . Its terrific guest rating is 9.00 out of 10 from previous guests staying here. Travelers will really like this relaxing hotel which also offers a kid-friendly buffet, rooms with kitchens, child care, laundry services, and golf. It's located just 6.7 km from the city center, too. You'll enjoy unwinding in the hot tub, too.

Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran

A terrific hotel for a long weekend in jakarta.

Grand Mercure Jakarta Kemayoran has a great guest rating of 8.40 out of 10, and offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center . The great rooms here start at $60 before taxes and depending on the season. It can be found at Jl H Benyamin Sueb Kav B6 Superblok Mega Kemayoran. Furthermore, it also offers a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, child care, laundry services, and golf, which is nice for visitors. Just 3 km from the city center, this terrific hotel is a terrific choice. Having an indoor pool means that you can swim and have fun any time of the year.

• Indoor pool

Raffles Jakarta

A great stay for a weekend escape.

The great guest rating of Raffles Jakarta is 9.20 out of 10. This place has an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar . Prices for the terrific rooms are from $163, and it's located at Jl. Prof. Dr. Satrio Kav 3-5, Ciputra World 1, Kuningan. We also love the rooms with kitchenettes, child care, laundry services, city views, and a spa and wellness center which are great for weekend visitors. And since it's just 5.7 km from the center of the town, the location is great, too. We find the kitchenette here to be a great way to get a good breakfast and save time and money.

• Kitchenette

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski

A nice option for a weekend retreat.

A cool place is Hotel Indonesia Kempinski because it has great rooms that start at $111. It has an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center , it also earned a great guest rating of 9.00 out of 10 from people who have stayed here before. It's found at Jl.M.H.Thamrin No.1. Only 2.2 km from the city center, weekend travelers will especially love a bar, child care, laundry services, a hot tub, and a spa and wellness center at this fun hotel. Everyone loves a nice pool, and you won't be disappointed with this one.

The Dharmawangsa Jakarta

Perfect hotel for a 3-day trip in jakarta.

The Dharmawangsa Jakarta offers an outdoor pool, room service, a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar which we really like. The terrific rooms here start at $146 (before taxes). It's located at Jalan Brawijaya Raya 26 Kebayoran Baru and has earned a guest rating of 8.60 /10. This comfortable hotel is also nice because it offers outdoor tennis, child care, laundry services, a hot tub, and a spa and wellness center which travelers will enjoy. Also, it's just 9 km from the city center. Nothing says relaxation like having room service delivered.

DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta - Diponegoro

Located at Jl Pegangsaan Timur No.17,Cikini, DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta - Diponegoro has great rooms from $93 (before taxes). It offers an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center . It has a terrific 8.60 rating out of 10 from previous guests who have stayed here. You'll also find a bar, laundry services, city views, a spa and wellness center, and a spa which visitors will love. And this relaxing hotel is just 3 km from the center of town.

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Grand Mercure Jakarta Harmoni

A great place to stay is Grand Mercure Jakarta Harmoni which has nice rooms starting at $54. Offering an outdoor pool, a pool bar, room service, a restaurant, and a fitness center , it also has a great guest rating of 8.50 out of 10 from many previous guests. It's located at Jl. Hayam Wuruk No.36-37. Weekend visitors will really like this terrific hotel which also offers a bar, a kid-friendly buffet, child care, laundry services, and city views. It's located just 1.9 km from the city center, too.

Also, take a look at the Weekend Trip hotels in nearby destinations: Bandung , Bogor , Bekasi , and Lembang .

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Visitors will find a large range of terrific weekend trip hotel choices when planning a visit to Jakarta, Indonesia. The price of these weekend trip hotels can vary according to location, type, and amenities. The average weekend trip hotel price in Jakarta, Indonesia based on data from 143 hotels is an affordable $48. If you're interested in more information about hotels here, see our guide to hotel prices in Jakarta .

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• 3-star hotels: $24

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Have you ever felt like you just want to escape your routine and go somewhere else? What was your reason for not doing so? Is being busy your reason every time your loved ones want to ask you out for a holiday? We can provide a win-win solution. Spend your weekend going on road trips to nearby areas in Jakarta. Don’t worry, driving to nearby places will spare you enough time to relax and rest before you’re back with your busy agendas on Monday. Here are our picks for your next weekend getaway destinations. Check it out!

Bogor is a satellite city located approximately 60 km from Jakarta. Weather in Bogor can be chilly especially in the evenings making this city the go-to destination for Jakartans to escape the sunny weather. Visit one of the most famous landmarks when you are in Bogor, which is the Bogor Botanical Garden. You will find a variety of flowers, plants, trees, along with fountains, ponds, and a glasshouse as an orchid plantation. Indulge yourselves in culinary heaven with famous cuisines such as tauge goreng (stir-fried beansprouts) and asinan buah (preserved fruits with acidity flavor). If you are packed with adrenaline and aren’t afraid of heights, go paragliding at Bukit Paralayang Bogor and try to spot Mount Salak. Known for the city with the most rainfalls, don’t forget to come fully equipped with your raincoats and umbrellas to prevent getting your outfits wet. 

Bogor Botanical Garden

Jl. Ir. H. Juanda No.13, Paledang, Kecamatan Bogor Tengah, Kota Bogor, Jawa Barat 16122

Indonesia Fly Paragliding

JL Raya Puncak Km 87, Bukit Paralayang, Puncak, West Java, Tugu Sel., Kec. Cisarua, Bogor, Jawa Barat 16750

Asinan Bogor Gedung Dalam (Pusat)

Jl. Siliwangi No.27C, RT.03/RW.02, Sukasari, Kec. Bogor Tim., Kota Bogor, Jawa Barat 16142

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An area a little bit further from Bogor, specifically 40 km away, Puncak welcomes guests with a lot of activities such as visiting the zoo, sampling tea directly from the plantations, or even spending the night in the camping grounds to gaze at the starry night. Taman Safari, a world-class animal conservation center, features wild animals, birds, and soon to be extinct animals including Peacock and Eagle. This park is famous for giving the best experience to the guests which they can drive from one enclosure to the other to feed the animals. Spend your evening with activities in The Gunung Mas Agrotourism, from horse riding to sampling some tea hand-picked directly from the tea plantation. Experience Sundanese cuisines while you visit Puncak. There are also varieties of international cuisines located in restaurants along with the Puncak Pass Resort.

Taman Safari Indonesia

Jalan Kapten Harun Kabir No. 724, Cibeureum, Cisarua, Cibeureum, Kec. Cisarua, Bogor, Jawa Barat 16750

Agrowisata Gunung Mas

Puncak Rd No.KM. 87, South Tugu, Cisarua, Bogor, West Java 16750

Bumi Aki Restaurant

Puncak Rd No.59, Ciloto, Cipanas, Cianjur Regency, West Java 43253

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Driving for 2.5 hours or 3 hours by train will take you to Bandung, one of the most favorite getaway destinations, even by tourists from Singapore and Malaysia. Famous for its historical background on the first Asian-African Conference ever held back in 1955, Bandung has developed throughout the years to become the second-largest metropolitan area after Jakarta. Stroll around Dago and Riau Road to get great bargains on famous factory outlets with export quality clothing. Drink a cup of coffee while enjoying Indo-European architecture style building in the Braga area. 

Besides that, you can also visit the newest theme park Trans Studio or watch bamboo musical concerts (angklung)  in Saung Angklung Udjo. Bandung is a lively city that entertains you from early in the morning to the late night. Planning your visit is quite essential, as, in some time of the year, the traffic can be really bad. Don’t forget, try local dishes that you can find on-street foods such as Durian Ice Cream. 

Rumah Mode Factory Outlet

Jl. Dr. Setiabudi No.41, Pasteur, Kec. Sukajadi, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40143

Braga Permai

Jl. Braga No.58, Braga, Kec. Sumur Bandung, Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat 40111

Trans Studio Bandung

Jalan Jendral Gatot Subroto No.289 A, Cibangkong, Batununggal, Bandung City, West Java 40273

4. Kepulauan Seribu

There are 110 islands that form Kepulauan Seribu, even though the literal translation means 1000 islands. Among those 110 islands, only 11 islands are habited and the rest are either inhabited, owned privately by wealthy conglomerates, or protected by the government. Explore the nearest, Bidadari Island to the farthest island of Putri Island that will give off different experiences in each island.  Locals favor going to Tidung Island while foreigners favor going to Macan Island. 

Check out the cool accommodations each island has to offer. The one and only accommodation in Macan Island is Pulau Macan Eco Village and Resort that makes you feel at home by resting at one of their villas or huts and even without air conditioning, you can feel the sway in the breezy wind. There are two ways to get to these islands, through Marina Ancol or Muara Angke harbor. Pick one out of many travel agencies that sell different packages for your visit to the islands. The price of each package differs in the duration of your stay, the island of your choice, and the activities that you are going to do. Usually, price includes roundtrip tickets, and foods.

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Muara Angke Port

Jl. Pendaratan Udang No.10, Pluit, Kec. Penjaringan, Kota Jkt Utara, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

Dermaga Pantai Marina Ancol

Jl. Marina, RW.10, Ancol, Kec. Pademangan, Kota Jkt Utara, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta

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Weekend Getaway Ideas from Jakarta with Your Best Friends

Who doesn't love going on vacation and spending weekends with their closest friends? A weekend getaway is one of the best ways to escape from daily routines and enjoy the beauty of nature while trying different activities. A weekend getaway not only provides new and exciting experiences but also helps eliminate stress and recharge energy.

A weekend getaway refers to a short trip or vacation over the weekend. Usually, a weekend getaway is done within a short distance so that the travel time is not too long. This article provides everals tips on locations and activities for a weekend getaway from Jakarta with your best friends and the right vehicle as your travel companion.

Bandung has always been a popular choice for weekend getaways, especially for those who live in Jakarta. Located about 150 kilometers from Jakarta, Bandung offers cool weather, beautiful natural scenery, and plenty of dining and shopping options. There are also beautiful natural attractions such as Tangkuban Perahu and Kawah Putih. For those who enjoy outdoor activities, they can try hiking in the open nature at Lereng Anteng or climbing Bukit Moko.

You can enjoy exotic beaches such as Tanjung Lesung and Sawarna, explore Ujung Kulon National Park, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and get to know the unique local culture.

Now, the Wuling Alvez compact SUV is the perfect choice to make your trip to these destinations easier with your friends. Besides its stylish and modern appearance, this car is also equipped with various advanced features that make your trip more comfortable and enjoyable.

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When enjoying the trip, the Alvez provides extra comfort with its 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment feature. This screen can be operated with voice commands in Indonesian or with the Wuling Remote Control App. The screen can also display the rear parking camera with Dynamic Trajectory and online applications such as music, navigation, and messages that also make it easier for you to navigate your trip.

Bogor is one of the greenest cities in Indonesia and is well-known for its beautiful gardens. Located about 60 km from Jakarta, Bogor offers a variety of comfortable accommodations and activities such as cycling, hiking, and visits to the zoo.

In the city of Bogor, you can visit the refreshing and green tourist attraction of Bogor Botanical Gardens. Here, you can capture cool photos while expanding your knowledge of science. You can also visit parks, ancient Dutch cemeteries, zoology museums, the Reinwardt monument, and a suspension bridge.

Sentul Area

In Bogor, there is an area known as Sentul, which is a popular choice for short weekend getaways due to its proximity to Jakarta. There are many villas and resorts with beautiful mountain views that can be found here.

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When heading to the Gunung Pancar tourist area, it is important to have a car with safety features. Features such as Electronic Stability Control and Traction Control on an Alvez car will help maintain balance on rough roads. Additionally, a high ground clearance and soft suspension will help you navigate potholes with ease.

Anyer is the perfect destination for those who want to experience a peaceful and comfortable beach atmosphere. Located around 150 km from Jakarta, Anyer offers beautiful sea views and various beach activities, such as snorkeling and diving.

While driving, you can use Wuling Indonesian Command (WIND) , found in the Alvez car, to operate various vehicle features with voice commands in Indonesian. You can turn on or off the air conditioning and windows, open the sunroof to enjoy the beautiful sky view of Anyer Beach, listen to music on the radio, and even make phone calls. You can also ask for information about the current date and time.

Even when parking in Anyer, you can use the Geo-Fencing Security feature to set geographical boundaries for your car. If your car goes beyond the designated limits, you will receive notifications on your smartphone through the Wuling Remote Control App. This feature can enhance your car's security against theft or misuse.

Sukabumi is the right choice for those who want to enjoy a short weekend getaway with various fun and exciting activities. Sukabumi has many beautiful and Instagram-worthy tourist attractions, ranging from beaches, waterfalls, caves, and amusement parks.

If you like surfing or swimming in the sea, Ujung Genteng Beach is the right place for you. This beach has big waves and is perfect for surfing. If you like adventure, Buniayu Cave is a must-visit place because it has amazing stalactites and stalagmites. Together with friends, you can explore this cave with the help of a professional guide.

Tips for Planning a Weekend Getaway

Planning a weekend getaway can be a challenge, especially when traveling with a group. Here are some tips for a successful weekend getaway:

• Determine your destination and the activities you want to do.
• Prepare a sufficient budget.
• Choose the right time.
• Choose an appropriate vehicle.
• Prepare the necessary equipment and supplies.
• Ensure comfortable accommodations.
• Make a detailed travel plan.

During the weekend getaway, remember to always prioritize driving safety and follow traffic rules. Keep in mind to maintain safety and comfort during the journey, and enjoy every moment with your friends.

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The exciting but often challenging living conditions in Jakarta have led many of its residents to develop a love-hate relationship with the city. Fortunately, Jakartans have more than enough places nearby for a getaway. Discover the best day trips from Jakarta, from its satellite cities to a nearby island paradise.

During Indonesia’s colonial era, Bogor was a favorite getaway for Dutch administrators. They even built a vast, elegant palace complex with lush trees and hundreds of deer, still there today. Located only one hour’s drive from Jakarta, Bogor is as a quick fix trip for those who crave nature after being in Jakarta’s concrete jungle for too long. The satellite town is also home to the Bogor Botanical Garden , the oldest and one of the biggest botanical gardens in Southeast Asia. Bogor also has abundant modern attractions, such as restaurants, shopping malls, cafés, and more.

Bogor Botanical Gardens, Paledang, Bogor City, West Java, Indonesia , +62251 8322187

A four hours road trip leads to the charming Bandung, also the capital of the West Java Province. For decades, Bandung has managed to keep a good balance of pristine nature and modern lifestyle attractions: restaurants , resorts, cafés, concept stores. In fact, many lifestyle attractions (especially culinary ones) have found a way to integrate with nature — tourists can expect gorgeous jungle, mountain, or lake views with every meal.

2. Pulau Bidadari

Pulau Bidadari (Bidadari Island) is part of the massive archipelago of Kepulauan Seribu (Thousand Islands), off the north coast of Jakarta. The archipelago offers a wide selection of stunning islands, but Bidadari Island is one of the nearest, so can be explored on a short day trip. Other than its idyllic beaches and white smooth sand, this island also features a historical fortress, built during the colonial era. The nearby small islands of Pulau Onrust, Cipir, and Kelor are also worth visiting for more historical buildings and wildlife.

The beach at Bidadari Island | © Ipung Wibowo / Flickr

A highland area near Bogor, Puncak attracts weekly crowds from Jakarta. Every weekend and public holiday, this vast natural reserve is packed with urban people, who stay in the hundreds of villas in the area. The main highlight of Puncak is the expansive tea garden, with calm views. Puncak also has fun activities for everyone, from horse riding and parasailing to shopping and relaxing.

Another satellite city to Jakarta , Tangerang is a new up-and-coming lifestyle mecca. New, modern shopping malls and lifestyle centers are being built every year, and have fewer crowds and less traffic than Jakarta. Tangerang also hosts high-end residences and a number of natural and historical sites, such as the Benteng Heritage Museum and Situ Gintung garden.

Museum Benteng Heritage, Sukasari, Tangerang City, Banten, Indonesia , +6221 55791139

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Twenty of the Best Weekend Hiking Trips from Jakarta

It is quite surprising how much you can achieve over a regular weekend from Jakarta if you are willing to leave straight after work on a Friday afternoon and not get back home until late Sunday night (or very early on a Monday morning in some cases!) Below are twenty of the very best hiking trips that are possible over a normal weekend, with some information on logistics. Strictly speaking, none of them even require any flights as you can use trains, buses and boats, but if you prefer then it is quite possible to cut the travelling time a little (and increase sleeping time) by flying instead.

Some important points:

• As most of these trips involve train travel, you need to book more than one month ahead, preferably two or the maximum three (90 days). Otherwise tickets will have sold out for what are very popular weekend services. The Traveloka App is an easy way to book ahead. Economy class seats are not recommended for longer journeys so stick to Executive (eksekutif) and Business (bisnis) class. The two main departure stations in Jakarta are Gambir and Pasar Senen, both in Central Jakarta, but the very cheap commuterline services can be used to get to Bogor (for Gunung Salak) and Rangkasbitung (for Gunung Karang and the Krakatau Islands).
• The twenty destinations below stretch from Lampung to Central Java. Maxmimum length of journey in one direction is around 7 and a half hours (Yogyakarta) but more typically 5 (Purwokerto or Pekalongan) or 6 (Semarang). Those who are happy to sleep on trains in both directions could easily add another eight destinations on to the list – Gunungs Lawu, Kelud, Liman, Butak, Anjasmoro, Penanggungan, Bromo and Lamongan (all in East Java) by taking train services to Surabaya and Malang. Those who are happy to fly in both directions could add even more destinations (via Medan in North Sumatra, Padang in West Sumatra, Bengkulu in Bengkulu province, Bandar Lampung in Lampung province, both main airports in Bangka Belitung, Banyuwangi in far East Java, Denpasar in Bali, Makassar in South Sulawesi, Manado in North Sulawesi and Kuala Lumpur and Johor Bahru in Peninsular Malaysia.

1. Gunung Tangkuban Parahu (West Java)

This volcano consisting of numerous active craters is one of the leading tourist attractions in West Java – mainly because it is an easy day-trip from Bandung and there is a road all the way to the Jaya Giri car park at the edge of Kawah Ratu crater at 1,830m! Stalls line the fences overlooking the craters and the sound of the call to prayer, angkots and ojeks rings in the air. However, it’s an impressive viewpoint, and there is actually some incredibly wild trekking to be done across the mountain massif despite the many masts which crown the long summit ridge. There are many sulphur vents in Kawah Ratu but there hasn’t been a major eruption since 1926.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Reserve a ticket on the Argo Parahyangan train from Gambir to Bandung on Friday afternoon and return by the same method on the Saturday evening or Sunday. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. You could also take a shuttle bus but be warned that the traffic could be horrendous. Read more

2. Gunung Papandayan (West Java)

This Ribu is located about one hour’s drive from the town of Garut and actually has a car park at over 2,000 metres above sea level on the edge of the active craters. There is an alternative route to the mountain from Cileuleuy and Pangalengan but the approach from the main crater is by far the easiest and most popular. The scenery is some of the most spectacular and varied in West Java and the active crater attracts a lot of tourists.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Take a Garut-bound Primajasa bus from Ciputat, Lebak Bulus or Cililitan. Tickets are cheap and are normally just bought upon boarding. The earlier you can leave, the better traffic-wise. Consider spending the Friday night at Cipanas near Garut or in Garut itself. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

3. Gunung Slamet (Central Java)

Gunung Slamet is the highest peak in Central Java and second highest in Java island. Upon seeing Slamet during his first exploration of the world, Sir Francis Drake immediately directed his boat to dock in Cilacap on Java’s south coast. It is an immense mountain and the vast lava field summit is one of the most isolated places you can be in Java. It is also one of the best places to see both the north and south coasts. Slamet is one of Java’s more active volcanoes and there is almost always lots of gas around at the crater.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Depending on your preferred trailhead (Bambangan or Guci) take a train from Jakarta’s Gambir or Pasar Senen stations to Purwokerto (for Bambangan) or Tegal (for Guci) on Friday afternoon/evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday or do a traverse of the mountain, returning by a different route. Read more

4. Gunung Gede-Pangrango (West Java)

This Ribu is one of the two peaks that form part of the famous Gede-Pangrango National Park. It is only 50 km drive from Indonesia’s capital city Jakarta, and is one of the most popular destinations in “The Puncak”, which is the area between Cisarua and Cibodas. Due to its proximity to Jakarta and Bandung, it sees over 50,000 visitors per year and there is actually a limit to how many climbers are allowed up each day. The most common starting point is at the entrance to the magnificent Cibodas Botanical Gardens where the Gede-Pangrango Park office is located (for permits, guides, porters and basic maps).

How to get there and back from Jakarta: If hiking from Cibodas or Gunung Putri then the only option is by road (via the toll to Bogor and then up to The Puncak area). This is congested at the best of times. If the less popular Selabintana route is open (double check), then you can take a commuterline train to Bogor, walk over the footbridge to Bogor Paledang station and take the Sukabumi-bound Pangrango train. The Pangrango train travels in both directions 3 times a day and you need to book well in advance as seats are limited (especially the more comfortable executive class). Return by the same method or do a traverse of the mountain. Read more

5. Gunung Merbabu (Central Java)

This Ribu is one of the most popular hikes in Central Java, and has spectacular views to other volcanoes in all directions from the summit area. It has five calderas, Condrodimuko, Kombang, Kendang, Rebab and Sambernyowo but no serious volcanic activity has been reported here for many decades. Merbabu can be climbed from Kopeng (northern slope, near to Semerang) or Selo (southern slope between Merbabu and  Merapi and closer to Solo), The best hike is definitely a traverse from Kopeng to Selo, because the climb from Kopeng is a gentler slope and there is a good source of water halfway up. This hike could be completed in a day by very fit people, but an overnight stay on one of the summits is recommended.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Reserve a ticket on a Semarang-bound train from Gambir or Pasar Senen on Friday afternoon and return by the same method on the Sunday afternoon or evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Read more

6. Gunung Merapi (Central Java)

This Ribu is the most active volcano in Indonesia. Its name literally means  mountain of fire and it is one of the world’s 16 Decade Volcanoes. It can therefore be very dangerous indeed. There was a major eruption in 2006 but nothing on the scale of what happened in October and November 2010 when a series of devastating eruptions killed over 300 people across a radius of almost 20km from the crater. Among the dead was Merapi’s gatekeeper, Mbah Maridjan, and the volcano was on a high level of alert for several months afterwards. Since mid-2011, Merapi has been relatively quiet again and it is possible to climb to the crater rim.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Reserve a ticket on a train from Gambir to Yogyakarta on Friday afternoon and return by the same method on the Saturday evening or Sunday. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Read more

7. Gunung Muria (Central Java)

This mountain is like the younger sibling of Gunung Lawu, as they are both pilgrimage mountains, both have considerable links to Indonesia’s pre-Islamic past, and both have gorengan food stalls on or near the summit! Whereas Lawu is a considerable hike, Gunung Muria is a half-day outing, or better still a sunrise trek.

8. Gunung Prau and the Dieng Plateau (Central Java)

When Gunung Bagging first visited back in 2010 there were no other hikers up at the top of Gunung Prau. Fast-forward to 2018 and social media has meant that it is now almost impossible to take a photo here without getting a tent ot two in the picture. But it’s a staggering panorama at dawn… the huge volcanic twins of Sindoro and Sumbing plus the fascinating Dieng Plateau down below. One of the very best viewpoints in Java.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Two possible routes… via Pekalongan or Purwokerto. Take a train from Jakarta’s Gambir or Pasar Senen stations to either of these cities on Friday afternoon/evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

9. Gunung Parang and the Jatiluhur hills (West Java)

This hill region near Jatiluhur reservoir is perhaps the finest day trip you can make from Jakarta, assuming you are willing to set off very early to beat the traffic. The area is about halfway between Jakarta and Bandung and all three main peaks – Parang, Bongkok and Lembu – are worth climbing in their own right.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Either take a Bandung-bound train and get off at Purwakarta or take a bus from Kampung Rambutan. Train tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method. Read more

10. Guung Raksa and Panaitan Island (Banten)

Panaitan island is best known as a remote surfing spot but it also has a small mountain with an ancient statue on top. Not only is the hike enjoyable, but camping near the ocean on an island that sees few visitors is a brilliant way to relax after a week of mayhem in Jakarta.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Either by private car to Carita or Sumur (or wherever your boat captain is based) or by commuterline to Rangkasbitung and then private car. Ideally you need a group of 6 or 7 to make this trip affordable as hiring a speedboat and crew for the weekend is not cheap. Read more

11. Gunung Salak (West Java)

Bogor’s mountain, Gunung Salak can be hiked from several directions. The official trails start at Cidahu and Pasir Reungit.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: For Pasir Reungit, take a commuterline train to Bogor. For Cidahu, take a commuterline train to Bogor and then board the Pangrango train (reserved in advance) at Bogor Paledang station and get off at Cicurug and arrange transport up to the trailhead. Read more

12.  The Krakatau Islands (Lampung)

Krakatau is world-famous and perhaps needs little introduction after having been in the news in late 2018 when Anak Krakatau collapsed and caused the catastrophic Sunda Strait tsunami. Whilst nearby islands remain treeless and previous camping beaches are no more, it is possible to visit once again and camp on a relatively unharmed beach on neighbouring Rakata island. This is perhaps the best weekend trip you can do from Jakarta. Most folk just do it as a day trip from Anyer or Carita but it is recommended that you spend a night camping out there.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Either by private car to Carita or Anyer (or wherever your boat captain is based) or by commuterline to Rangkasbitung and then private car. Ideally you need a group of 6 or 7 to make this trip affordable as hiring a speedboat and crew for the weekend is not cheap. Read more

13. Gunung Tampomas (West Java)

Although most commonly hiked from near Sumedang, the town famous for its tahu, Gunung Tampomas could actually be done as a day trip from Jakarta if you use the trail from Narimbang which lies in the north east. Whilst no giant in terms of elevation, Tampomas is an easy and enjoyable hike – perfect as the first of the season or as a warm-up for something more challenging – and there are pleasant views from the top.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Unless you want to spend a lot of time waiting for connections, private car is the best bet for either of the trailheads. However, you could combine the hike with a trip to either Bandung or Cirebon (using trains to either city from Jakarta). Read more

14. Gunung Karang and the Pandeglang hills (Banten)

After Gunung Halimun which borders West Java, Gunung Karang is the highest peak in Banten. There are two separate trails on the mountain both of which can be done as half-day hikes. The first leads to the forested summit with a mosque on top, and the second leads to a rarely-visited crater area. Given how close Gunung Karang is to Jakarta it is surprising that it is not yet as popular as similar peaks in West and Central Java.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Bus to Serang and then angkot to Pandeglang or commuterline to Rangkasbitung and angkot or ojek to Pandeglang. Read more

15. Gunung Sindoro and the Kledung Pass (Central Java)

Mount Sindoro is separated from its similarly conical but slightly higher neighbour, Gunung Sumbing , by the Kledung Pass (1,400m above sea level). Together, they dominate the Dieng plateau area and can both be climbed from Kledung village where there is a decent hotel. There is another straightforward and slightly shorter ascent from the north at Sigedang (1,900m). 

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Two possible routes… via Semarang or Purwokerto. Take a train from Jakarta’s Gambir or Pasar Senen stations to either of these cities on Friday afternoon/evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

16. Gunung Malabar and the Pangalengan tea plantations (West Java)

This vast mountain area lies directly south of Bandung in Cisangkuy valley and is surrounded by a huge tea plantation – the largest in West Java. There used to be a Radio Malabar transmitter station here which was world famous in colonial times – all that remains today is a few crumbling stone walls. The name of the mountain is apparently taken from India’s Malabar coast and Hindu tradition and culture remain strong in this area.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Take the Argo Parahyangan train from Jakarta’s Gambir to Bandung. Then bus to Pangalengan from Leuwipanjang terminal. Train tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

17. Gunung Rajabasa and the southern tip of Sumatra (Lampung)

Gunung Rajabasa is the southernmost Ribu on the island of Sumatra and, as such, is easily accessible from Jakarta in a weekend. Because of its low height it is unfairly overlooked by many hiking clubs, but this is a positive thing because it means that the forest is still full of wildlife and there is little litter or noise or trail erosion here! Not yet anyway, so enjoy it while you can!

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Reserve a DAMRI bus ticket from Gambir station to Bandar Lampung. These can be booked ten days in advance in person at the office behind Gambir station in Central Jakarta. The ticket price includes the ferry crossing from Merak (Java) to Bakauheni (Sumatra). Tell your driver you want to get off in Kalianda, which is about 30 minutes from Bakauheni. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

18. Gunung Ciremai (West Java)

A solitary giant, this Ribu is the highest peak in West Java province and one of the most popular hikes in Indonesia. The starting points for the hike are 2 to 3 hours by car or public bus to the south of Cirebon, which itself is easily accessible from Jakarta by train. There are three starting points and it is easy to ascend by one route and descend the other. 

How to get there and back from Jakarta: For any of the routes, Cirebon is the nearest major city. Take a train from Jakarta’s Gambir or Pasar Senen stations on Friday afternoon/evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

19. Gunung Ungaran and Gedong Songo temples (Central Java)

Just an hour by car from the city of Semarang is Mount Ungaran. Many people visit the southern slopes of this mountain, not because of the mountain itself but because of the impressive ancient Gedong Songo temple monuments which are scattered across the hillside. The name ‘gedong songo’ literally means nine buildings, and these Hindu relics date from approximately 900AD and were ‘discovered’ in the nineteenth century by Stamford Raffles and later restored.

How to get there and back from Jakarta: Take a train from Jakarta’s Gambir or Pasar Senen stations to Semarang on Friday afternoon/evening. Tickets are available 90 days in advance and weekend seats sell out quickly. Return by the same method on the Sunday. Read more

20. Gunung Cikuray (West Java)

This Ribu is the highest peak in the whole of the Parahyangan highlands of West Java. It is a beautiful dormant cone and dominates the landscape near Garut. Given its height, it is actually fairly straightforward because on several hiking routes there are farm fields reaching high up the mountainside. There are now many routes up the mountain, all of which are short enough to make this a possible day-hike, though the finest views are usually at sunrise and sunset.