Explores Java was born from a simple love for travelling, nature, and discovering something new. What began as a personal passion has grown into a journey we hope to share with travellers from around the world.
Explores Java was created by Raka Dianjaya, a traveller, designer, and lifelong explorer from Indonesia.
Since childhood, I have always been curious about what lies beyond the familiar. I have loved walking through nature, discovering new places, meeting different people, and experiencing things I had never experienced before.
I was born in Wonogiri, a city whose name comes from the words wana (forest) and giri (mountain). Perhaps it is fitting that my journey began there, surrounded by the landscapes that shaped my love for nature and exploration.
But for me, travelling is about more than simply visiting beautiful places.
It is about seeing. Experiencing. Reflecting.
As a Muslim, I believe that Allah created the universe and everything within it as signs for humanity to contemplate — to recognize His greatness, His wisdom, and His countless attributes.
For me, travelling is one way of doing that.
Every mountain, forest, river, village, sunrise, culture, and human story can become an opportunity to pause and reflect.
Explores Java is my small expression of that belief.
Why Java? Because this is home.
Java is where I was born, where I live, and where my own journey of exploration began. It is an island of mountains, volcanoes, forests, beaches, ancient kingdoms, living traditions, vibrant cities, and countless stories waiting to be discovered.
I don't want to simply show you the famous places.
I want to explore the roads between them.
To discover the small villages, hidden landscapes, local food, unexpected encounters, and stories that you might never find in a standard itinerary.
Java is only the beginning.
There is still so much of Indonesia to explore — and eventually, perhaps, the rest of the world.
We believe the best journeys are not measured by how many places you visit. They are remembered through the things you experience along the way.
places beyond the usual tourist routes.
local life instead of simply observing it.
people and hear their stories.
nature, culture, history and everyday life.
on what the journey teaches you.
For me, exploration has a deeper meaning.
I believe the world around us is full of signs worth contemplating — from the vastness of mountains and oceans to the smallest details of nature and the diversity of human cultures.
As a Muslim, I see travelling as an opportunity to reflect upon the creation of Allah, appreciate its beauty, and become more conscious of the world we have been given.
Explores Java is part of that personal journey.
A journey to see more, learn more, appreciate more, and become more grateful.
I'm the person behind Explores Java.
I'm passionate about nature, travelling, design, photography, cycling, culture, and discovering new places.
I've always had a desire to explore — not just to see somewhere new, but to understand it, experience it, and remember it.
Explores Java is my way of turning that passion into something I can share with others.
I don't see myself simply as someone who organizes tours. I'm still a traveller myself.
I'm learning, exploring, discovering and sometimes getting lost along the way.
And that's exactly what I hope Explores Java can be: a journey we experience together.
Explores Java may grow into a team in the future, but it started with one person and one simple idea:
There is still so much to discover.
From local guides and drivers to artisans, farmers, hosts and communities, every journey is also made possible by the people we meet along the way.
We believe these people are not simply "service providers".
They are part of the journey.
Come with an open mind, a curious heart, and a willingness to experience something new.
Start Your JourneyWhat Our Guests Say
Read authentic reviews and experiences from travelers who explored Java with us.
"Tur budaya Jogja sangat informatif dan terorganisir dengan baik. Borobudur saat fajar adalah highlight terbaik."
"Anak-anak sangat senang di Jatim Park! Paket keluarga ini benar-benar worth it. Akan booking lagi tahun depan."
"Spot foto di Dieng luar biasa! Pemandu fotografi membantu saya mendapatkan angle terbaik. Hanya sayang cuaca agak berkabut."
"Karimunjawa surga tersembunyi! Snorkeling di sana adalah pengalaman terbaik dalam hidup saya. Air lautnya sangat jernih."
"Eco-tour Banyuwangi membuka mata saya tentang pentingnya menjaga alam. Pemandu sangat edukatif dan berdedikasi."
