Emerald of the Equator
Indonesia
The “Emerald of the Equator” (Indonesia’s nickname) reflects the country's lush, green tropical rainforests and its location along the equator. Located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a region known for its high seismic and volcanic activity, Indonesia offers everything what a travelers heart desires: lush green tropical forests, fascinating wildlife, roaring waterfalls, lonely islands, white sandy beaches with crystal clear water, colorful coral reefs for diving and snorkeling, stunning sunsets, mountains and volcanos to climb, amazing food, a rich culture and tradition, kind people and vibrant cities.
In this blog I am sharing my experiences and travel tips as a female solo traveler discovering this beautiful country, hopefully inspiring your next trip to Indonesia.
Gunung Merapi is the most active volcano in Indonesia and erupts regularly. The volcano is located on the Indonesian island Java, about 28 km from the city Yogyakarta. Several eruptions have caused fatalities among the people living on the flanks of the volcano as high as 1700 m above sea level. I wanted to skip visiting Merapi Volcano when I stayed in Yogyakarta but in between visiting Borobudur Temple and Candi Prambana, my guide for the day, Yono, suggested a Mount Merapi jeep tour. I am always up for an adventure and since the volcano was on the way from one temple to another, I agreed to do the jeep tour. I would not regret it!