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General Travel Information |
Location
Indonesia is situated between the Indian and pacific.
Ocean’s between the continents of Asia and Australia.
Its total area is 1, 95,443 square kilometers with over
80.000 kilometers of coastline.
Populations
Over 195 million people live in Indonesia’s.
The populations are made up to Malay. Polynesian and
1.00 distinct ethnic groups.
Language
The official language is Bahasa Indonesia with numerous
regional languages and dialect
English is widely understood particularly Jakarta, Bali
and other major cities.
Religion
Mainly Islam with some Hinduism, Buddhism and Christian
area.
Climate
Tropical Equatorial with temperature ranging between 21
and 33 degrees centigrade.
Average humidity is 60- 90% and the rainfall is heaviest
between Novembers to February.
Time zone
GMT + 7 hours (west); GMT+ 8 hours (central); GMT + 9
hours (east)
Currency
The Rupiah. Notes 100, 500, 1.000, 5.000, 10.000,
20.000, 50.000, 100.000
Visas
One month’s entry visa free for tourist from major
markets. All visitors must have passport valid for at
least one month and proof of onward passage. Check with
your travel agent or the Indonesian Embassy or consulate
in your country. For your more Information.
Accommodations
As you can imagine there’s an enormous variety of
accommodation available throughout Indonesia. It varies
from magnificent five star resorts to simple jungle
cabins, depending on the location and your holiday
budget.
Credit cards
Major credit cards are acceptable in most hotels along a
long with American dollar traveler’s cheques.
Security
Keep your valuables in the hotel safe deposit box, or
similar safe place and your passport close to your body.
Getting around
Getting around is half the fun in Indonesia with each
region offering something a little different.
There are over 30 international Airlines flying into
Indonesia including the national flag carries Garuda
Indonesia.
Flying from island to island is also possible in many
instances and is both fast and comfortable.
On the ground you will find a range of chauffeur driven
limousines, self drive car, taxi, and hotel courtesy
cars. Many taxis are not metered so it’s wise to
negotiate the fare before you climb aboard.
Bimos are a antique form of transport and synonymous
with Indonesia. They’re a mini van masquerading as a
communal Bus. You simply hail the driver and negotiate
the fare that suits you both.
Motorcycle can also be hired in many place , but special
care should be exercised at all times as road and
traffic conditions ca be somewhat hazardous in certain
locations.
Trains and tourist bus from basic to luxurious and with
careful planning remote and exciting regions can be
reached this way.
Ferries and charter boats ply between island and when
the terrain becomes to rugged, river transport takes
over.
Traveling around Indonesia is made all the easier
because everywhere you go, you’ll find friendly people
only to happy to give you advice and direction on how to
get where you want to go.
Drivers License
If you wish to hire the car you must be over 18 years of
age and possess international Drivers of licenses or
lessened for ASIAN countries.
Etiquette
Being aware of local costumes and taboos is very
important when traveling in any foreign land. In
Indonesia you will always be ensured of having a
pleasant time if you act with decorum and dress
appropriately.
On greeting someone it is customary for both men and
women to shake hands. This should be done with the right
hand because to shake hands, give or receive, or eat
with the left hand is considering impolite.
Pointing or summonsing someone with your index finger is
considered impolite and care should be taken not to
climb over place of warship or local monuments.
Clothing
Light, airy, casual clothes are most practical and
you’ll fine natural fibres like cotton or linen are the
most comfortable, in Indonesia’s often humid condition
Indonesian are very clothes conscious and it’s
particularly important to be properly dresses when
visiting government offices such as the immigration
offices.
In deference to local customs, scanty clothing is not
advisable in public places, shorts are not permit in
mosques and women should have their head and arms
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"...The expedition is exhausting, no doubt, but the sheer size
and beauty be seen to be believed. This was definitely a life
altering experience ..."
Gerrard Neve, Rinjani 2004 |
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Descriptive day to day
tour itinerary, price, flight schedule, hotel/accommodation,
weather condition etc, Please do not hesitate to contact us at :
imronrosadi@hotmail.com
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MORE INFORMATION
CV. RINJANI CLUB Tour & Travel
Service
Jl. Raya Senggigi Km. 08, Senggigi
83355, lombok indonesia
Tel: +62 370 693 202, Fax: +62 370
693 860, Mobile/SMS: +62 81 7573 0415
Email:
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