Mount Bromo, Indonesia

Photo: Mount Bromo ยท Riza Nugraha ? from Utrecht, The Netherlands ยท CC BY 2.0

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Is Indonesia Safe for First-Time Travelers?

Safety Scores / Indonesia

Travel verdict: Recommended. The scores and risks below say why.

Safety Scores

Overall Safety6.8/10
Crime Index6/10
Health & Medical6/10
Natural Disasters4/10

Key Risks

  • Natural disasters (earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunamis)
  • Petty theft in tourist areas (Bali, Jakarta)
  • Scams targeting tourists
  • Traffic safety concerns
Travel Verdict: Recommended

Monitor natural disaster alerts; follow evacuation guidance

Use private hospitals; travel insurance essential

Cash (IDR) widely used; carry local currency in smaller areas

Emergency: 110

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