Indonesia Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
43 ships from 21 cruise lines
Indonesia cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 295 upcoming sailings on 43 ships from 21 cruise lines visiting Indonesia, calling at 22 places. Cruises can start in Benoa and end in Benoa. Of 295 upcoming sailings, 71 start in Indonesia and 75 end there. More Asia cruises.
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See every Indonesia cruise line by ocean and river and by ultra-luxury, luxury, premium and contemporary style, with fares, cruise lengths, ships and ports.
About Indonesia
Indonesia is the world's largest archipelago, a place of volcanic islands, dense rainforest, ancient temples, and some of the planet's richest marine life. For the American cruise traveler, it rewards slow, small-ship journeys that connect the cultural heart of Java with the wilderness of Komodo and Raja Ampat. This package presents the ports, shore excursions, and imagery needed to plan a milestone voyage without feeling herded.
Typical routes
- Java/Bali Sea (Jakarta to Bali and Komodo)
- Eastern Archipelago (Makassar to Raja Ampat)
Ports overview
Indonesia's cruise calls are a mix of industrial ocean ports and expedition anchorages. The most rewarding itineraries use small ships that can move from temple-rich Java to wild Komodo and Raja Ampat.
Cruise season
April through June and September through November are generally best. July and August are dry but more crowded. November through March brings rain and wind in many regions, though Raja Ampat can still be rewarding with flexible timing.
Find your Indonesia sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Indonesia, earliest departure first.
16 Days One-Way from Benoa to Darwin
Starts in Indonesia. Also visits Timor Indonesia, Timor-Leste, Australia
Hanseatic Spirit
24 Days One-Way from Lautoka to Darwin
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Fiji, Vanuatu, Solomon Islands
Scenic Eclipse 2
11 Days One-Way from Cairns to Darwin
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Australia
Scenic Eclipse 2
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17 Days One-Way from Singapore to Brisbane
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Singapore, Malaysia, Australia
Grand Princess
20 Days One-Way from Singapore to Sydney
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Singapore, Malaysia, Australia
Grand Princess
13 Days One-Way from Singapore to Benoa
Ends in Indonesia. Also visits Singapore
Le Jacques Cartier
18 Days One-Way from Darwin to Keelung
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Australia, Philippines, Taiwan
Hanseatic Spirit
13 Days One-Way from Benoa to Darwin
Starts in Indonesia. Also visits Australia
Le Jacques Cartier
15 Days One-Way from Manila to Darwin
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Philippines, Australia
Le Soleal
95 Days Brisbane, Australia Round Trip
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Australia, New Zealand, Fiji
Grand Princess
95 Days Sydney, Australia Round Trip
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Australia, New Zealand, Fiji
Grand Princess
21 Days One-Way from Hong Kong to Singapore
Visits Indonesia. Also visits Hong Kong, Vietnam, Singapore
Emerald Xara
Where Indonesia cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Benoa (259) (cruises from)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Benoa (259)
Ships by type: 40 ocean 1 river 4 expedition · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Plan your Indonesia cruise
Indonesia cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
Indonesia cruise port guide →Frequently asked questions about Indonesia cruises
How many places do cruises visit in Indonesia?
22 Indonesia places are visited by 43 ships from 21 cruise lines.
When is the best time to take a Indonesia cruise?
April through June and September through November are generally best. July and August are dry but more crowded. November through March brings rain and wind in many regions, though Raja Ampat can still be rewarding with flexible timing.
Sources and further reading
Background on Indonesia draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- CIA World Factbook: Indonesia
- Britannica: Indonesia
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Borobudur Temple Compounds
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Komodo National Park
- Indonesia Travel: Wonderful Indonesia
- Lonely Planet: Indonesia
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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