17,508 islands! Even if you visited one island a day, it would take nearly 48 years to set foot on every Indonesian island. Needless to say, there are countless off-the-beaten-path sights and adventures waiting for you in Indonesia. Many of them are close to cities that you’ll probably visit, such as Yogyakarta, Surabaya and Bali.

From deserted beaches to traditional villages, exotic wildlife and untamed nature, let’s take a look at some of the more unique and overlooked destinations and activities across the Indonesian archipelago.