Welcome To Indonesia
Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world, which presents a diversity that few countries offer. The country stretches more than 5,000 kilometers across the equator and spans three time zones.
It would be impossible to visit all tourist destinations that Indonesia has to offer during the average leisure time. Our Tour Description offers essential information and suggestions in planning your journey by dealing only with major attractions and sites that are easily accessible by air, sea and land.
The top attraction for visitors to Indonesia is without a doubt the island of Bali, with its multitude of natural, customs, religious and discovery attractions. The fundamental friendliness of the Balinese makes visitors feel easily at home on the island.
However attractions can be found all over Indonesia, from the capital Jakarta to the dive sites of Bunaken, and from Lake Toba, North Sumatra to the Dani's Hut of Waimena, Irian Jaya. The towering mountains and primitive cultures of Irian Jaya contrast sharply with the beautifully terraced hills and sophisticated societies of Bali and Java. The animistic beliefs have shaped entirely different communities again in South Sulawesi.
Indonesians, spread over more than 13,000 island, speak more than 200 hundred different languages and dialects. But everyone speaks the unifying national language, Bahasa Indonesia. English is the most widely spoken international language and tour guides in major cities more often than not have additional linguistic abilities. The national airlines maintain adequate numbers of flights to give easy access to destinations from major gateways. There is ample additional land and sea transportation available.
Bali Prestige Tours and Travel Specialistl has en extensive network of correspondents across the country to cater to your needs and wishes.
Whether on business, Convention, Cruise handling, Chartered Flight, Meeting and Incentives or for relaxation, enjoy your stay in Indonesia and leave arrangements to the 'Specialists'.
West Java has the easiest access to Jakarta being merely an enclave in this province. Stretching from the Sunda Strait to the Central Java border, a mountain range passes through the center from east to west and peaks into smoldering volcanoes.
West and East Java, this province is centrally located on Java island with Semarang as its provincial capital situated on the northern coast. A network of good roads and highways in addition to solid railways linking its major cities and villages plus the accessibility to reach it by air through three main airports, all assure the visitor that he finds himself in a region with more than adequate communications.
The Majapahit dynasty, based in and around East Java , began the foundations of an empire that was to dominate the entire Indonesia archipelago, the Malay Peninsula and part of the Plilippines, also establishing profitable trade relations with China, Cambodia, Siam, Burma and Vietnam.
Aceh is known as Serambi Mekah (the Mecca Veranda), because its first great Islamic Kingdom called Samudera Pasai, and Islamic tradition, which dominated the people's daily life. Aceh has fascinating history, which over the centuries has shaped and transformed the region into what it is today.
In the period of Dutch colony, Bengkulu had been exploited thoroughly by various efforts.
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The power of colony had covered all villager aspect of file, such as Kulturstelsel coffee planting, exploitation of gold-mining, taxies, various contributions and fines, which had to be collected. The schools were restricted on low-grade education, and it was just for a few certain people who were aimed to cover the shortage of low workers.
The different classification between indigenous people with Western and Chinese had been instilled, aimed to increase the profit and keeping the stability of colony power. This situation went on until the Japanese army entered Bengkulu to grab the Dutch power in 1942.
North Sumatra , Along the length of this province crosses the Bukit Barisan mountains with peaks of numerous volcanoes. In between are several lakes, one among them is the famous Toba Lake. The land has thick virgin forests, lush vegetation, rice fields, mountain streams, rivers, waterfalls and sandy beaches.
South Sumatra, Situated on the eastern side of the Bukit Barisan mountain range the province of South Sumatra is relatively flat, nevertheless fertile, as numerous rivers crisscross and meander through out the region. Part of this province are two sizable islands called Bangka and Belitung, off Sumatra's east coast in the South China Sea. Palembang, its capital city and gateway to the province, lies right on the banks of the great Musi river, 60 km upstream and navigable by oceangoing vessels.
The land of the Minangkabau, West Sumatra has a distinct culture which distinguishes it from the rest of the island. A land of scenic beauty with blue green lakes and mountains, West Sumatra's Centre of culture and tourism is Bukittinggi in the highlands, north of the provincial capital of Padang.
South Kalimantan is one of the 4 provinces in Kalimantan (formerly called Borneo). It is often called the Province of a Thousand Rivers. One is Barito river, the largest and the longest river in Indonesia which is more than 6,000 km long. One of its tributary rivers is the Martapura river, which in turn has two tributary rivers of its own, the Riam Kanan and Riam Kiwa rivers. Barito connects with the Negara rivers which branches out into lesser rivers.
A major producer of oil and timber, East Kalimantan is at present the most industrially advanced province of the island. Its population numbers less than two million, and the density figure of seven people per kilometer is among the lowest of Indonesia, although relatively high for Kalimantan. More than 80 percent of the area, or over 17 million hectares is covered by forest. This is where the "Black Orchid" and many other orchid varieties grow within the sheltered confines of nature reserves.
West Kalimantan is easily accessible from Jakarta or Singapore by air. One of its main attractions is the culture of its Dayak ethnic groups. Most Dayaks live in long houses along rivers which crisscross the land. This province covers an area of 146,807 square km. Its low plains are swampy with more than 100 rivers playing a vital role in communications and the economy.
Central Kalimantan is the biggest province of the island. It occupies a surface of 153,800 square kilometers, most of it is jungle (80%), swamps, rivers and agriculture land. The northern area is mountainous and difficult to reach. Transportation facilities are limited much to the rough terrain. The central area is dense and fertile tropical forest, producing valuable commodities such as rattan, resin and the best woods. The southern area is swampy and has many rivers. Central Kalimantan has a humid and hot climate.
North East Sulawesi , Situated on the northeastern peninsula of Sulawesi, this province stretches further north to smaller islands which almost look like stepping stones to the Philippines. Covering an area of about 27,487 sq. km, it is divided into four districts: Minahasa, Bolaang Mongondow, Gorontalo, and Sangihe Talaud islands, all of which having their different cultures. The capital, Manado, is reachable by air from Ujung Pandang, Jakarta, Surabaya, Balikpapan, Ternate, Ambon, and Jayapura. Other airports in this province i.e. Gorontalo, Tahuna and Talaud are served mainly by domestic feather- line traffic
The province of South Sulawesi comprises the narrow southwestern peninsula of this orchid-shaped island which is mainly mountainous. The seafaring Bugis dominate the southern tip, whereas the northern part of South Sulawesi is inhabited by the Torajas whose unique culture rivals that of the Balinese. South East Sulawesi covers South East Sulawesi peninsula, Buton Island, Muna Island and small islands spread out at South and South East of peninsula. It's located at length wise from west to south east i.e. 3° - 6° latitude and 120° 45' - 124° 06' longitude. It borders to the north by South Sulawesi Province and Central Sulawesi Province, to the south by Flores Sea, to the east by Banda Sea and to the west by Bone Bay.
Central Sulawesi, Most people are struck first by the baroque geography of Sulawesi, created by the primal forces of colliding continental plates. The drama of the geography continues into the topology. Rugged, mist-covered mountains tower over emrald-green rice fields. Dense forests surround clear, still, highland lakes. Land meets azure sea in endless stretches of white, sandy beach, at stark limestone cliffs, or in the coastal wetland's gentle blending of soil, water and teeming life.
Lombok -- Bali's eastern neighbour -- is often described as "Bali before Tourism". Large areas of this island are still rather untouched, and many people are as poor as Bali's inhabitants were 40 or 50 years ago. A visit to these villages -- where people still live in primitive mud huts with a dirt floor and without doors, and have hardly any personal belongings, decent medical care or a chance to obtain reasonable education -- is highly recommended for those visitors who like to complain that Bali has been "spoiled" and the locals have "not preserved" their way of life.
The islands of East Nusa Tenggara have been shaped by the power and force of an enormous chain of mountains and volcanoes, which begins in the North of Sumatra and stretches east across Java. The province consists of over 550 islands, but is dominated by the three main islands of Flores, Sumba, and Timor. Occupying a unique position at the junction of Australian and Asian submarine ridges marked by the Wallace Line, it is one the world's most dynamic and exotic marine environments with nearly every species of coral and tropical fish represented. The arid landscape of eastern and southeastern Nusa Tenggara is the result of hot, dry winds blasting in from the Australian continent. In fact, in many coastal areas not a drop of rain falls during most of the year
It would be impossible to visit all tourist destinations that Indonesia has to offer during the average leisure time. Our Tour Description offers essential information and suggestions in planning your journey by dealing only with major attractions and sites that are easily accessible by air, sea and land.
The top attraction for visitors to Indonesia is without a doubt the island of Bali, with its multitude of natural, customs, religious and discovery attractions. The fundamental friendliness of the Balinese makes visitors feel easily at home on the island.
However attractions can be found all over Indonesia, from the capital Jakarta to the dive sites of Bunaken, and from Lake Toba, North Sumatra to the Dani's Hut of Waimena, Irian Jaya. The towering mountains and primitive cultures of Irian Jaya contrast sharply with the beautifully terraced hills and sophisticated societies of Bali and Java. The animistic beliefs have shaped entirely different communities again in South Sulawesi.
Indonesians, spread over more than 13,000 island, speak more than 200 hundred different languages and dialects. But everyone speaks the unifying national language, Bahasa Indonesia. English is the most widely spoken international language and tour guides in major cities more often than not have additional linguistic abilities. The national airlines maintain adequate numbers of flights to give easy access to destinations from major gateways. There is ample additional land and sea transportation available.
Bali Prestige Tours and Travel Specialistl has en extensive network of correspondents across the country to cater to your needs and wishes.
Whether on business, Convention, Cruise handling, Chartered Flight, Meeting and Incentives or for relaxation, enjoy your stay in Indonesia and leave arrangements to the 'Specialists'.
West Java has the easiest access to Jakarta being merely an enclave in this province. Stretching from the Sunda Strait to the Central Java border, a mountain range passes through the center from east to west and peaks into smoldering volcanoes.
West and East Java, this province is centrally located on Java island with Semarang as its provincial capital situated on the northern coast. A network of good roads and highways in addition to solid railways linking its major cities and villages plus the accessibility to reach it by air through three main airports, all assure the visitor that he finds himself in a region with more than adequate communications.
The Majapahit dynasty, based in and around East Java , began the foundations of an empire that was to dominate the entire Indonesia archipelago, the Malay Peninsula and part of the Plilippines, also establishing profitable trade relations with China, Cambodia, Siam, Burma and Vietnam.
Aceh is known as Serambi Mekah (the Mecca Veranda), because its first great Islamic Kingdom called Samudera Pasai, and Islamic tradition, which dominated the people's daily life. Aceh has fascinating history, which over the centuries has shaped and transformed the region into what it is today.
In the period of Dutch colony, Bengkulu had been exploited thoroughly by various efforts.
Personage Teamwork
The power of colony had covered all villager aspect of file, such as Kulturstelsel coffee planting, exploitation of gold-mining, taxies, various contributions and fines, which had to be collected. The schools were restricted on low-grade education, and it was just for a few certain people who were aimed to cover the shortage of low workers.
The different classification between indigenous people with Western and Chinese had been instilled, aimed to increase the profit and keeping the stability of colony power. This situation went on until the Japanese army entered Bengkulu to grab the Dutch power in 1942.
North Sumatra , Along the length of this province crosses the Bukit Barisan mountains with peaks of numerous volcanoes. In between are several lakes, one among them is the famous Toba Lake. The land has thick virgin forests, lush vegetation, rice fields, mountain streams, rivers, waterfalls and sandy beaches.
South Sumatra, Situated on the eastern side of the Bukit Barisan mountain range the province of South Sumatra is relatively flat, nevertheless fertile, as numerous rivers crisscross and meander through out the region. Part of this province are two sizable islands called Bangka and Belitung, off Sumatra's east coast in the South China Sea. Palembang, its capital city and gateway to the province, lies right on the banks of the great Musi river, 60 km upstream and navigable by oceangoing vessels.
The land of the Minangkabau, West Sumatra has a distinct culture which distinguishes it from the rest of the island. A land of scenic beauty with blue green lakes and mountains, West Sumatra's Centre of culture and tourism is Bukittinggi in the highlands, north of the provincial capital of Padang.
South Kalimantan is one of the 4 provinces in Kalimantan (formerly called Borneo). It is often called the Province of a Thousand Rivers. One is Barito river, the largest and the longest river in Indonesia which is more than 6,000 km long. One of its tributary rivers is the Martapura river, which in turn has two tributary rivers of its own, the Riam Kanan and Riam Kiwa rivers. Barito connects with the Negara rivers which branches out into lesser rivers.
A major producer of oil and timber, East Kalimantan is at present the most industrially advanced province of the island. Its population numbers less than two million, and the density figure of seven people per kilometer is among the lowest of Indonesia, although relatively high for Kalimantan. More than 80 percent of the area, or over 17 million hectares is covered by forest. This is where the "Black Orchid" and many other orchid varieties grow within the sheltered confines of nature reserves.
West Kalimantan is easily accessible from Jakarta or Singapore by air. One of its main attractions is the culture of its Dayak ethnic groups. Most Dayaks live in long houses along rivers which crisscross the land. This province covers an area of 146,807 square km. Its low plains are swampy with more than 100 rivers playing a vital role in communications and the economy.
Central Kalimantan is the biggest province of the island. It occupies a surface of 153,800 square kilometers, most of it is jungle (80%), swamps, rivers and agriculture land. The northern area is mountainous and difficult to reach. Transportation facilities are limited much to the rough terrain. The central area is dense and fertile tropical forest, producing valuable commodities such as rattan, resin and the best woods. The southern area is swampy and has many rivers. Central Kalimantan has a humid and hot climate.
North East Sulawesi , Situated on the northeastern peninsula of Sulawesi, this province stretches further north to smaller islands which almost look like stepping stones to the Philippines. Covering an area of about 27,487 sq. km, it is divided into four districts: Minahasa, Bolaang Mongondow, Gorontalo, and Sangihe Talaud islands, all of which having their different cultures. The capital, Manado, is reachable by air from Ujung Pandang, Jakarta, Surabaya, Balikpapan, Ternate, Ambon, and Jayapura. Other airports in this province i.e. Gorontalo, Tahuna and Talaud are served mainly by domestic feather- line traffic
The province of South Sulawesi comprises the narrow southwestern peninsula of this orchid-shaped island which is mainly mountainous. The seafaring Bugis dominate the southern tip, whereas the northern part of South Sulawesi is inhabited by the Torajas whose unique culture rivals that of the Balinese. South East Sulawesi covers South East Sulawesi peninsula, Buton Island, Muna Island and small islands spread out at South and South East of peninsula. It's located at length wise from west to south east i.e. 3° - 6° latitude and 120° 45' - 124° 06' longitude. It borders to the north by South Sulawesi Province and Central Sulawesi Province, to the south by Flores Sea, to the east by Banda Sea and to the west by Bone Bay.
Central Sulawesi, Most people are struck first by the baroque geography of Sulawesi, created by the primal forces of colliding continental plates. The drama of the geography continues into the topology. Rugged, mist-covered mountains tower over emrald-green rice fields. Dense forests surround clear, still, highland lakes. Land meets azure sea in endless stretches of white, sandy beach, at stark limestone cliffs, or in the coastal wetland's gentle blending of soil, water and teeming life.
Lombok -- Bali's eastern neighbour -- is often described as "Bali before Tourism". Large areas of this island are still rather untouched, and many people are as poor as Bali's inhabitants were 40 or 50 years ago. A visit to these villages -- where people still live in primitive mud huts with a dirt floor and without doors, and have hardly any personal belongings, decent medical care or a chance to obtain reasonable education -- is highly recommended for those visitors who like to complain that Bali has been "spoiled" and the locals have "not preserved" their way of life.
The islands of East Nusa Tenggara have been shaped by the power and force of an enormous chain of mountains and volcanoes, which begins in the North of Sumatra and stretches east across Java. The province consists of over 550 islands, but is dominated by the three main islands of Flores, Sumba, and Timor. Occupying a unique position at the junction of Australian and Asian submarine ridges marked by the Wallace Line, it is one the world's most dynamic and exotic marine environments with nearly every species of coral and tropical fish represented. The arid landscape of eastern and southeastern Nusa Tenggara is the result of hot, dry winds blasting in from the Australian continent. In fact, in many coastal areas not a drop of rain falls during most of the year
