The 15 Best 2-Day Experiences in Indonesia

1.2 Days Discover Scuba Diving in Nusa Lembongan – Scuba Initiation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 506 reviews · from $151Our pick

Spend two days learning scuba with Dive Concepts Bali in Nusa Lembongan. You’ll begin with a briefing and pool practice, then make two supervised ocean descents, usually at Manta Point and Crystal Bay, to a maximum of 12 meters. Instructors such as Hugo, Sara, Romane, Valentine, and Lorine have helped beginners feel calm and secure.

“Great diving centre, and an amazing experience with Valentine and the team. World class dive spots saw load of sea life like manta rays, dolphins and more. Would highly recommend!”

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2.From Surabaya / Malang : Mt Bromo Sunrise – Ijen Blue Fire 2D1N

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 330 reviews · from $333

You’ll visit Mount Bromo and Ijen from Surabaya or Malang in a private 2-day trip. Guides such as Baroni, Balon, or John Rahmat may lead the treks, while your driver handles the long roads. Expect a Bromo sunrise, Ijen’s blue fire, sulfur miners, a jeep ride, one hotel night, and optional drop-off at Ketapang Port.

“It was a wonderful journey. Our tour guide Baroni was superb so did our tour driver mas Anton. We took many photos at Mt Bromo and Ijen. Our hiking to Ijen was challenging yet with the help from our guide mr. John Rahmat, everything was fiRead more”

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3.2 Days and 1 Night Ethical Jungle Trek

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 229 reviews · from $146

Walk through Gunung Leuser National Park with a small team, search for orangutans, gibbons, monkeys, and birds, then sleep beside a river or waterfall. You’ll eat homemade meals, swim, share a campfire, and return to Bukit Lawang by tube. Guide teams have included Niko, Juan, Heri, Fabian, Didi, Dragon, Banji, and Pien.

“My and my friend did the 2 night 3 day tour. 2 other people did 1 night 2 days. Because of an injury of my friend we decided to change our tour in a 1 night 2 days tour. This was no problem and they improvised.”

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4.2D1N Senaru Crater Rim Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $156

This private 2-day trek climbs from Senaru at 601 meters to Mount Rinjani’s crater rim at 2,641 meters. Your guide and porters carry the camp kitchen and gear, while you walk through forest and grassland, camp beside views of Segara Anak Lake, and return after sunrise. Guides may include Mario, Benji, Lim, Anton, or Rudy.

“This was a beautiful experience. Our guide was so incredibly nice and encouraging. The hike was definitely harder than I’d imagined and it was amazing to have the guide and porters we had. The food was delicious. They definitely feed you well. And the tents were cozy. First time camping in decades lol so was a great experience. Thank you!”

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5.2 Days 1 Night Ethical Jungle Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 153 reviews · from $207

You’ll trek privately through Gunung Leuser National Park from Bukit Lawang, guided by local leaders such as Dedy or Sandi. Expect six to seven hours on the first day, a riverside camp, included meals, and a return walk or tube rafting. Orangutan sightings are possible, not guaranteed.

“We had an amazing experience during our trek (2D1N). Our guide Dedy made sure we were safe the entire time in the jungle. He knew exactly where to go and we saw lots of beautiful wild animals in the jungle. We even saw eight orang utaRead more”

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6.2Days – Bromo Sunrise Ijen Adventure via Malang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 152 reviews · from $199

Leave Malang at midnight for a Bromo sunrise by jeep, then continue to Bondowoso for an overnight stay. On day two, hike Ijen with a local ranger to see its crater and blue flames. The small group has up to 10 people, with transport, breakfast, fees, bottled water, and a Ketapang Harbour drop-off included.

“From start to finish we had an amazing time. We had a very friendly driver who gave us a lot of facts along the way. Both days the hikes were great with good views. Tour guides were also lovely. Hotel we stayed in was very comfortable.”

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7.ORANGUTAN TREK (2D/1N) by EcoTravel Bukit Lawang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · from $180

Spend two days in Gunung Leuser National Park with EcoTravel Bukit Lawang, hiking in a group of up to eight, seeking wild Sumatran orangutans, macaques, plants, and birds. Guides such as Hendra, Pipit, Anton, and Riyan lead the trek, while a cook prepares hot meals at a riverside camp. Return by tube raft.

“My friend and I had an amazing time at EcoTravel Sumatra! The team including Christina, Kembar, Hendra, Awi, Kondak, Ari and Door were all responsive, friendly and helpful! Our room was immaculate and comfortable. The food was deliciouRead more”

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8.Monkey Business 2 days – 1 night Jungle Trekking (including rafting)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 121 reviews · from $144

Join Monkey Business Tours for a private two-day trek in Gunung Leuser National Park, with a jungle camp, meals, rafting, waterfalls, and chances to see orangutans and monkeys. Guides including Dedi, Ian, and Putra have earned strong praise for their jungle skills and cooking. Pickup and North Sumatra transfers can be arranged.

“We had a private group with my son with a quide and a cook. All food and fruits were very nicely layed out. We were lucky and saw many Orang Utang really close. Saw also many different types of monkeys. April was a good time to go as it is dry season but not so much tourists in the jungle yet.”

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9.Mount Rinjan 2Days Summit Full Sunrise View Point 3726m

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · from $175

This express Mount Rinjani trek takes you from Sembalun Village to the 3,726-meter summit in two days and one night. You hike with an English-speaking guide and porters, while tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, meals, and water are provided. Guides named Karan, Nasi, and Lee have led highly praised departures, but strong fitness and mountain experience are essential.

“We loved our 2D/1N hiking trip with Dyhns Rinjani Trekking Tour. The trip was very well organised and we were looked after very well by our guide Lee and our porters. We received various delicious meals throughout the trip and were also pRead more”

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10.Bukit lawang 2 Day 1 Night with camping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 96 reviews · from $120

Spend two days in Gunung Leuser National Park with local guides such as Haikal, Alwi, Dani, Nanang, or Jungle Nang Nang. Hike 5 to 6 hours on day one, camp in the jungle, look for orangutans and other wildlife, enjoy breakfast by the river, visit a waterfall, and finish with a river-tubing ride back toward Bukit Lawang.

“Haikal, Alwi, and Dani were great guides made the trip fun and enjoyable. Best part was rafting down the river.”

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11.Rinjani trekking 2D 1N RIM

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 94 reviews · from $205

Spend two days hiking privately from Senaru to Mount Rinjani’s 2,641-meter crater rim. Green Rinjani supplies guides, porters, meals, drinks, tents, sleeping bags, and transfers. Expect a steep, strenuous climb through rainforest and savanna, sunset views toward the Gilis and Bali, and a long downhill walk the next morning.

“Our 2-day / 1-night trek to the Rinjani Crater Rim with Green Rinjani was incredible! Our guide Adi was caring, patient, and always attentive to our pace and needs. The two porters were amazing, carrying all our gear and setting up a perfect campsite. The food was oRead more”

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12.2-Day Jungle Trekking & Rafting in North Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · from $157

You spend two days in Gunung Leuser National Park with an HPI-certified guide and assistant, walking rainforest trails, watching for orangutans, gibbons, monkeys, and turtles, and sleeping at a jungle campsite. Meals, camping gear, permits, water, and rafting back to Bukit Lawang are included. Pickup is available across North Sumatra.

“This Trip has been the best adventure! We walked through the deep green jungle up and down through the rainforest of Sumatra. If you want to experience nature: this is the trip to take! On our 2Days1Night Tour we were lucky to see GibbonsRead more”

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13.2 Days Ethical Jungle Trek in Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $157

Spend two days trekking through Gunung Leuser National Park with a certified English-speaking guide, one night at a jungle campsite, and meals included. Guides such as Brema, Mehmet, Dedek, Roji, and Syaipul are praised for keeping the trek fun and safe. The trip ends with a river tubing ride back to Bukit Lawang.

“Loved this experience from start to finish! Brema and Mehmet were the most amazing guides who told us much about the jungle while also maintaining a very funny and chill atmosphere. The hike was sometimes a bit challenging, but they Read more”

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14.2-Day Private Sightseeing Tour of Bali with Hotel Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $86Best value

You’ll tour Bali with a private English-speaking driver-guide, visiting art villages, Tirta Empul, Mount Batur, Tegalalang, Taman Ayun, Banyumala Waterfall, and Ulun Danu Beratan. Guides such as Dede, Yanik, Ady, and Ekka have been praised for safe driving, clear explanations, and flexible service.

“Our tour guide Dede is a great guy. He showed us everything over the two days and was super friendly. His information and education was superb. His driving skills helped us get around safely for two days. I highly recommend Dede.”

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15.Mt. Rinjani 2D1N Senaru Crater Rim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 75 reviews · from $185

Spend two days hiking from Senaru to Mt. Rinjani’s 2,601-meter crater rim, then wake for sunrise before walking back down. Jou Trekking provides a private guide, porters, camping equipment, meals, water, and luggage storage. The pace can be adjusted, but you need strong physical fitness and must pay the national park fee separately.

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