Holidays to Indonesia are full of excitement for everyone. Whether pampering on the beaches of Bali, navigating the buzzing capital city of Jakarta or trekking through the thick jungles of Sumatra, a trip to Indonesia is sure to be unforgettable. Made up of 5 large islands and over 17,000 others offshore including Raja Ampat Islands and the Derawan Archipelago along with their coastal areas makes Indonesia the top destinations for beach holidays. Situated on where the Indian and Pacific oceans meet, Indonesian culture is a melting pot of diverse cultures, that is highly influenced by Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, & Islam. However, Islam is the dominant religion making up around 86.7% of the population and it’s the largest Muslim population country. Holidays to Indonesia have all-round appeal for Muslim travellers. Ladies-only wellness centres, historical mosques, secluded beaches, alcohol-free accommodation and all halal food make Indonesia perfect for the world’s best halal-friendly holiday destination.

Indonesia – The Land of Halal-Friendly Hotels & Resorts

Indonesia features a great range of halal-friendly properties. From luxury ladies-only spa retreat in Bali, peaceful beachfront resort in Lombok with reclusive beaches, family-friendly hotels full of kid’s activities in the heart of Yogyakarta, exclusive private pool villa on the remote island of Sumba to an eco-friendly hideaway on the Gili Islands, there’s everything a Muslim can expect in a holiday. Halal food, entertainment tailored to Muslims families, secluded Jacuzzi and ladies-only sauna, massages, manicures, & milk baths are the specialty of Indonesia halal-friendly hotels.

Famous For Beautiful Beaches

Indonesia holidays are a colourful cocktail of silvery sand, teal-tinted water, volcanic Peaks, and emerald rainforests. The archipelago of Indonesia contains 17,000+ islands and each of them offers different cultural experiences, cuisine, and attractions but one thing they have common is endless expanses of coastline. Whether wild pebble beach with surf-ready swells on a secluded island, a palm-fringed white-sand beach near luxury halal-friendly resorts, a pink-sand beach with epic snorkelling close to the shoreline filled with big lizards, Indonesia is a glistening haven for beachgoers. Breathtaking coastal beaches make the Indonesia a stunning location for a beach holiday. Sugary white sand, tranquil waters, and plenty of nearby attractions, Nusa Dua Beach shows what a Balinese beach is all about. It's like a postcard of a tropical island hideaway brought to life and a convenient place to soak up the sun on a short trip to Bali. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Komodo Island is a house of eponymous dragons – largest lizards of the world. Expect for Komodo Dragons, the island is the home to one of the best beaches in Indonesia, Pink Beach. The area gets its name from its flamingo-pink sand. The red shells of tiny coral insects known as foraminifera when mix with white sand, give the beach its eye-popping pink tint. Kanawa Beach is not only famous for its beautiful white sands but also offers some of the best snorkelling in Indonesia, with sea turtles and reef sharks commonly spotted. Just south to Bali, a small, relatively undeveloped island, Nusa Penida, that is quite and epic that no other island in Indonesia. Trek down steep sets of stairs, or hike along the bottom of jagged cliffs to reach the beaches, which feel as pristine as those find on a deserted island. 140 km away from southwest of Jakarta brings tourists to Cimaja; one of the best surfing beaches in Indonesia. Either advanced surfer or just first-timmer, there are calmer to rippable waves in Cimaja.

Indonesia Halal-Friendly Holidays Full of Adventures: Fun for Everyone

Whether relaxing in hotel indoor pools, dining in halal gourmet restaurants or exploring Bali’s rice-paddy-field countryside, Indonesia provides a peaceful, tropical island getaway for Muslim tourists. Surfs up in Indonesia with great surf breaks found all over the island with the world-famous Bali Ulu Watu. Trekking up some of the mighty volcanoes is an option with Gunung Semeru java; the highest peak and Gunung Rinjani the second highest. Trekking through the remote wilderness is a great adventure in Indonesia at places like Kerinci Seblat National Park where hikers can transverse through remote tropical jungles that lead to hidden waterfalls. On the northwest tip of Sumatra Island, Aceh province is known for beaches, diving sites and mountain wilderness areas. However, it’s like "the black sheep of Indonesia" and the only province the Islamic sharia law is fully implemented making it top spot to visit for Muslim tourists.

Top Highlights in Indonesia:

Indonesia displays numerous forms of breathtaking topography such as volcanoes, mountains, beaches, wildlife and verdant area that make it a truly amazing place to explore. Although the Indonesia is made up of 17000+ islands, but Bali is the best island of them all. Here the sands are accessorised with halal-friendly resorts and high-end halal food restaurants, while the forest-filled interior turns its attention to woman only yoga classes and mosque tours. Pristine secluded beaches, amazing house reef, & divine turquoise waters make it best place for Muslim snorkelers and divers. Pulau Weh Hover is the place where the diver flocks to see cute clownfish and giant whale sharks. Lombok takes an even more laidback approach, replacing spas with waterfalls and bar streets with volcano hiking trails. It’s a magical place to visit by simply rimmed by idyllic white sand beaches and tranquil tropical turquoise waters. Island hopping to the famous offshore Gili Island, diving and snorkeling, hiking Mount Rinjani and surfing are some of the amazing activities offered on Lombok. The capital city, Jakarta is filled with interesting museums, beautiful mosques, sparkling palaces and pristine beaches. Diversity with a rich history and exciting nightlife with world class shopping and delicious halal culinary delights, Jakarta has it all. The Komodo Island or Komodo National Park is a big attraction not only for Komodo dragons but the superb beaches and the unspoilt corals where groups of sharks, dolphins, and manta rays swim. Ubud gives Muslim travellers the convenience of being able to rejuvenate in their luxury halal-friendly resort but also the flexibility to partake in easy day trips to Bali's main cultural and natural attractions. These include going to ancient temples, snorkelling, hiking through jungles and waterfalls or up active volcanoes. Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary is also worth considering to visit.

See The Most Diverse Wildlife

Indonesia has 10% of the world’s remaining tropical rainforests, thus, accommodates thousands (more than 300,000) of wildlife species. It’s estimated that about 17% of the world wildlife live here. The country has the most mammals (515 species) in the world and is inhabited by 1,539 bird species. Some of which are endemic such as Borneo Elephants, Sumatran oragutans, Komodo Dragons, Javan Rhinocerous, and Pygmy Tarsier. Today there are 50 diverse national parks teeming with rare and wonderful wildlife across islands of Indonesia, encompassing remote, wild terrain, family-friendly recreation areas and important islands like the Komodo National Park.

Indonesia — A Paradise for Muslim Tourists.

History of Indonesia attracts Muslim tourists. Islam is the largest and official religion in Indonesia, with more than 86.7% of the population adhering to it. It has deep Islamic history, rich cultural and religious heritage. Impressive Islamic architecture and monuments throughout the country are visible reminders of this history. Not only it’s easy to find Halal food here but also find the Mosques and prayer areas easily.

Culturally Significant Landmarks

Indonesia has a few culturally significant landmarks worth visiting for Muslim tourists. The Taman Sari Underground Mosque (built in the mid-18th century) is a part of the Taman Sari complex in Yogyakarta. Its unique construction methods & advanced building techniques make it on the UNESCO World Heritage tentative list. Some of the more worth considering places in Indonesia are listed below:

• National Monument / Museum
• Royal Kraton Ngayogyakarta palace
• Ratu Boko
• Maimum Palace
• Magelang Chicken shaped church
• Borobodur Temple (The Largest Buddist Temple in the world)
• Pura Ullun Danu Bratan Lake Temples
• The Millennium Bridge
• Sacred Monkey Temple
• The Hell Mouth / Elephant Cave
• 7 Story Pagoda of Sibu
• Teman Mini Indonesia Indah Park

Best Way to Get Around in Indonesia

By Boat:

Whether going to Sumatra, Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, or Sulawesi, there are regular ferries available that can be used to island-hop. The vast network of ferries and other water transport such as traditional wooden boats, speed boats, & luxury yachts travels around the archipelago.

By Train:

Train is the best and cheapest way to travel in Indonesia. Five classes of service including economy, business, executive, priority, and luxury are offered. Overnight trains are also available that operate from Jakarta and Yogyakarta with shorter routes from Surabaya and Yogyakarta. Train stations are centrally located and offer reliable schedules.

By Plane:

Travelling through planes across various parts of Indonesia’s archipelago is the quickest and most convenient way to travel to other destinations. Sometimes it is the only way to reach other destinations and plenty of domestic flights are available to deal tourists.

By Bus:

The most popular form of public transport in Indonesia. Some of the top tourist attractions such as Mount Bromo can only be reached via a bus.

Travel to Indonesia For Halal Holidays With AlHaram Travel

With AlHaram Travel, you don’t have to travel far for an incredible Indonesia halal holidays. No matter where in the UK you’re going for halal holidays in Indonesia, you’ll find plenty of Indonesia holidays with halal-friendly essentials and flights right from your nearest airport. Whether you need alcohol-free hotels, private villas with pool, resorts with secluded beaches, woman-only spa, family-friendly activities or all halal food, our expert destination planners assist you before, during and after holiday and arrange every facility that makes your Indonesia halal holiday comfortable and easy.