Indonesia · FOOD
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The 8 best food experiences in Indonesia are below, each with its price, its running time and the kind of traveller it suits. Where you are staying usually decides which of them is practical.
Jakarta to Java’s volcano crater, tea and rice fields, fruit tasting, coffee, hot sulfur springs, plus massage, all for $114 in 14 hours.
“Mister Thomas is a fantastic guide and driver. He has incredible knowledge of history and plants. He was enthusiastic and we felt so safe with him driving us during a downpour in the mountains. Thank you Mister Thomas!”
Cook 3 to 6 Indonesian dishes on Gili Trawangan, get recipes, eat the feast you make, and enjoy vegan swaps in a small group class.
“Io ed i miei amici abbiamo partecipato alla lezione di cucina di 2 ore e mezza. Sono volate e ci siamo divertiti tantissimo. Consiglio a tutti di vivere questa esperienza. Molto importante luogo pulitissimo”
Small-group Yogya night food tour with becak rides, street snacks, herbal jamu, and fairground games at Alun-Alun Kidul. Mobile ticket.
“Our food tour in Yogyakarta with Kalika was fantastic! She was a wonderful guide — friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about sharing the best local flavors. We visited places we never would have found on our own, each with delicious, authentic food. On top of that, Kalika introduced us to some fun local cultural activities that made the experience even richer and more memorable. It was the perfect blend of eating, exploring, and learning. Highly recommend this tour and Kalika if you want to truly experience Yogyakarta!”
Private Denpasar street food walk with a local guide, 10 tastings at Badung Market, plus classics like babi guling and satay.
“What an experience! Reza was simply sensational. So full of knowledge of the area and the food. We started at a local food market at the quiet time of the day, however, seeing four levels of different food was quite overwhelming to start wiRead more”
A small-group Bali street food tour in Denpasar with 15+ tastings, market snacks, and local drinks for $45 in 3 to 4 hours.
“Knowledgeable host and lots of food! At some point we were given a whole chicken for four people to share.”
Balinese cooking class in Kuta with Chef Bagus, market tour, and 10 classic dishes. Pickup included from Legian and Seminyak.
“Loved chef Bagus, he really interacted eith ys sbd the other guests, he had great humour and we learnt a lot. Had a great time. 10/10!”
Cook 3 to 6 Indonesian classics at a small-group Gili Air harbor class, then eat. Water included, vegetarian swaps.
“My boyfriend and I absolutely loved this class! Our teacher, Oka, spoke great English and was a pleasure to talk with. He gave clear instructions and showed us step by step all the dishes and gave lots of background information. The food we Read more”
Harvest fresh veggies at an organic garden, cook Balinese vegan dishes with ancient utensils, then eat a 4-course meal with Mount Agung views in Sidemen.
“I ended up being the only one in the class but loved every minute of it. The staff was more than helpful and welcoming. I learned a lot about Balinese food and cooking and the food was DELICIOUS! I will be continuing to cook some of these recipes!”
