Indonesia is a true wonderland, rich in nature and wildlife. This natural wealth is the reason behind its remarkable safari tour destinations. From iconic animals to educational conservation programs, safari tours in Indonesia combine adventure, learning, and sustainability. You must try at least once for a lifetime! So, pack your bags, and off we go!
Safari Tours in Indonesia
Unlike those found in many countries around the world, safari tours in Indonesia offer a unique blend of wildlife adventure, conservation, and natural beauty. They are perfect not only for exploration but also for education. Just perfectly ideal for families and young travellers!
The kids can experience the world’s best conservation-based tourism while learning about rare and protected animals, like orangutans, komodo dragons, elephants, and rhinos, in their natural habitats. Meanwhile, parents can create memorable family journeys.
Wondering where to find the best safari tour destinations and professional safari tour guides? Keep reading!
Taman Safari Bogor
Located in West Java, Taman Safari Bogor is one of Indonesia’s most popular wildlife kingdoms. The main attraction is the drive-through safari, where visitors can observe animals such as lions, zebras, giraffes, and elephants roaming freely.
The tickets are available online and onsite, with different packages for weekday and weekend visits. Prices also vary depending on whether you choose the day safari or the night safari experience, ranging from IDR 180,000 to IDR 400,000.
Tanjung Puting National Park
From the moment you arrive, you and your family become the firsthand witnesses of the true Borneo Island paradise. Calm rivers, towering trees, and wildlife are all around you here at Tanjung Puting National Park.
But not only that, located in Central Kalimantan, Tanjung Puting National Park is also famous for its orangutan conservation program. One of the most unforgettable moments is seeing orangutans living freely in their natural home, not behind cages.
Entrance fees apply and vary depending on the tour operator you choose. Generally, tour packages start from IDR 750,000.
Komodo National Park
Experiencing eco tours in Komodo National Park is an absolute joy for families who love nature. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in East Nusa Tenggara and is home to the legendary Komodo dragons.
Guided dragon trekking, snorkelling, and diving are the top three activities for visitors. No worry for safety because only certified guides will lead your journey.
Bali Safari & Marine Park
More than just a safari, Bali Safari & Marine Park combines wildlife conservation with immersive tourism experiences, including a unique night safari.
This place is a home to over a thousand animals, including tigers, elephants, lions, hippos, rhinos, bears, orangutans, meerkats, giraffes, and so much more.
Not only can you see the animals, but you and your loved ones can also feed them and watch underwater performances.
Ready to start your journey? Tickets can be booked online, with prices ranging from IDR 450,000 to over IDR 1,000,000, depending on the package you choose.
Baluran National Park
Vibing like in Savannah, Africa? No need to fly away. Simply go to Situbondo, East Java. You can find Baluran National Park, which is also known as the “Africa of Java.”
In this place, you can explore Savana Bekol, a vast open savannah where wildlife gathers. You can also relax at Pantai Bama, a white-sand beach ideal for snorkelling and enjoying the sea breeze.
Then, you can climb the Observation Tower for panoramic views of the savannah, or explore the Mangrove Forest, which is rich in unique ecosystems and biodiversity.
Baluran National Park does not offer online ticket purchases. You must register and buy entrance tickets directly at the gate before entering the park.
Way Kambas National Park
Lampung has an elephant conservation and training centre, called Way Kambas National Park. Here, you can also discover an incredible variety of flora and fauna, including diverse bird species and well-preserved tropical forest ecosystems.
To visit Way Kambas National Park, visitors are required to register at the entrance post and pay an entrance fee ranging from IDR 5,000 to IDR 50,000. Visits must take place during operating hours from 8 AM to 7 PM.
Ujung Kulon National Park
Ujung Kulon National Park provides a wide range of eco-tourism activities, from observing wildlife, such as Javan rhinoceros and deer in the Cidaon grassland, snorkelling or diving at Peucang Island, to trekking through dense forests.
You can also enjoy surfing at Panaitan Island, canoeing along the Cigenter River, or simply watching the sunset at Karang Copong.
Just prepare IDR 150,000 for the entrance fee.
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