Some of the beaches in Indonesia are fantastic, but they tend to be underrated because the really good ones are hiding in remote places without easy access. On the bright side, that means you’re more likely to have them to yourself!
In Bali, for example, the most spectacular beaches are on the nearby Nusa islands, not the mainland. The same thing is true in other places like Java, Sulawesi, and Sumatra — if you really want to see the best beaches in Indonesia, you usually have to get off the beaten path and do some island hopping.
With some exploring, what you’ll find are the most amazing white sand beaches, dazzling pink beaches, and black volcanic beaches, along with top quality surf spots, and occasionally some very photogenic cliffs, boulders, and shipwrecks.
Here’s my complete Indonesia beach guide with a list of our favorites!