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
Check In to Cocotinos Manado – A Boutique Dive Resort, Step Out to Manado
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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
Check In to Novus Giri Resort & Spa, Step Out to Puncak
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN PUNCAK TODAY
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
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN LABUAN BAJO TODAY
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
Check In to Primebiz Tegal Hotel, Step Out to Tegal
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN TEGAL TODAY
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
Check In to Ke Rensia Villas Gili Air, Step Out to Lombok
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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
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN SUKABUMI TODAY
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
Check In to Cocotinos Manado – A Boutique Dive Resort, Step Out to Manado
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN MANADO TODAY
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
Check In to Novus Giri Resort & Spa, Step Out to Puncak
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN PUNCAK TODAY
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
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN LABUAN BAJO TODAY
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
Check In to Primebiz Tegal Hotel, Step Out to Tegal
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN TEGAL TODAY
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
Check In to Ke Rensia Villas Gili Air, Step Out to Lombok
FIND & BOOK A HOTEL IN LOMBOK TODAY
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Vacation Rentals
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