Summary
Introduction to Indonesia’s Beauty
Even after taking thousands of Indonesia pictures during our travels, I still don’t feel like I can capture the raw beauty of this Southeast Asian country.
‘Wonderful Indonesia’ is home to many spectacular islands, beaches, volcanoes, waterfalls, ancient temples, and so much more — and they’re usually great for photos!
I’ve written travel guides for many of the locations in these images, so if you’re looking for more information you can find that by clicking on the links.
Everyone goes to Bali, but there are many other great places to visit and things to do in Indonesia!
Hopefully these Indonesia pictures inspire you to visit this wonderful country!
Blue water and rocky coasts at the Selayar islands.
A scenic waterfall in Java called Curug Cimarinjung.
The mighty Ponot Waterfall in Sumatra is one of the biggest waterfalls in Indonesia.
Drones can be a great way to get images of Indonesia. This is the epic and mysterious Mount Karangetang volcano in the clouds.
Endless green terraces in Majalengka, Java.
Ora Beach views in Seram island. Wonderful Indonesia at its best.
Ora Beach Resort in Maluku.
Mount Dukono is an active volcano you can visit in Maluku, Indonesia.
Who says Indonesia beaches aren’t beautiful?
The spectacular crater lake of Kawah Ijen is one of Indonesia’s best sights.
The Mount Bromo volcanoes in Java are another popular tourist destination.
Komodo Island is the only place in the world where you can see Komodo dragons like this in the wild.
This is Indonesia’s famous Pink Beach in the Komodo islands.
A hidden blue pool at Goa Rangko Cave in wonderful Indonesia.
Drone picture of Pulau Karang in Sumatra. See the small lighthouse?
Impossibly perfect beaches on Coral Island (Pulau Karang).
One of our favorite sunset photos in the Banyak Islands of Sumatra.
A patchwork of farms and terraces above the Sipiso Piso Waterfall.
Orangutan viewing at Bukit Lawang is one of the best things to do in Indonesia.
Drone view of the Sombori islands from way up.
Labengki is a hidden gem in Sulawesi, Indonesia.
Unreal lagoons in Sombori, Indonesia.
Heaven in the tropics. The beaches in Sulawesi are perfect for getting Indonesia pictures.
Blue and turquoise lagoons in Sombori Island.
Tana Toraja kids posing for a photo.
Mount Kelimutu volcanic lakes in Flores. Not one, not two, but THREE volcanic lakes!
A drone shot of Siladen island in Bunaken.
Belitung island hopping scenery from above.
The famous Padar Island viewpoint in Komodo. One of our favorite Indonesia photos.
This pagoda on the lake is one of Bali’s most iconic temples, and you see it in a lot of Indonesia photos.
An ancient 8th century temple in Java called Candi Sewu.
The famous Kelingking Cliff in Nusa Penida island, just a short distance from Bali.
This one is called Tumpak Sewu, and the name means ‘thousand waterfalls’.
Bali is known for its green rice terraces.
The Tanjung Tinggi Beach in Belitung may be a hidden gem, but it’s one of my favorite Indonesia images.
Sekumpul Waterfall is the biggest and best waterfall in Bali.
A drone selfie I took on top of the giant granite boulders of Batu Baginda. See me?
Dutch colonial lighthouse on Lengkuas Island in Belitung.
The white sand beaches in Belitung are perfect for Indonesia pictures.
Lengkuas lighthouse surrounded by lazy palm trees.
The Mount Batur volcano is one of Bali’s most popular hikes.
Drone pic of the famous Tegalalang rice terrace in Ubud, Bali.
A very convincing Komodo dragon statue in Bali.
Dieng Plateau is a spectacular hidden gem in central Java.
Prambanan Temple is like Indonesia’s own Angkor Wat.
Welcome to the jungle. In rural Sulawesi, even the hills have eyes!
Reflections at Rammang Rammang in Sulawesi.
The giant Kabut Pelangi waterfall in East Java.
A little tarsier hiding in a Banyan tree at Tangkoko Nature Reserve.
Wonderful Indonesia!
My Camera Gear
Thanks for looking! I hope you enjoyed these Indonesia pictures from our many travels across the country.
Wondering what type of camera, drone, or other gear I use?
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More Indonesia Photos
If you’re looking for more Indonesia photography, you might enjoy my Indonesia drone video on YouTube!
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