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Tasikmalaya
Spend one full day in Tasikmalaya to see Kampung Naga, Situ Gede and the wood‑craft market; add a half‑day hike on Mount Galunggung if you have extra time.
Tasikmalaya is a modest West Javan city with a compact centre, a few cultural spots and easy access to nearby villages and the Galunggung volcano. One day covers the main attractions; longer stays are only for hiking or deeper cultural immersion.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- IDR
- Best months
- May–Oct (lower rainfall)
- avoid Dec–Jan (heavy rain)
- Airport
- HLP
- Nights
- 1
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Tasikmalaya110 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Tasikmalaya, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Rupiah (Rp) in small notes for warungs, parking, offerings and drivers; large cards are common in tourist restaurants but not everywhere.Indonesia-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTelkomsel, XL and Indosat sell tourist SIMs at airports; foreign phones must be IMEI-registered if staying over 90 days — check.Indonesia-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; refill stations common in Bali.Indonesia-wide
- TippingRestaurants: Often 10% service + tax on the bill; nothing more needed.Indonesia-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Indonesia-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe for tourists; petty theft can occur in crowded bus terminals – keep valuables close.
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- RestroomsWestern in hotels and cafés; squat toilets with a water scoop elsewhere; paper in the bin.Indonesia-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 112 General · 118 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysBali shuts completely for Nyepi; government offices close Friday midday for prayer; Lebaran slows the country for two weeks.Indonesia-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckHLP Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (Jakarta) (One daily flight to Tasikmalaya; check schedule).
- Getting aroundUse angkot minibuses for most routes, becak for short trips, and delman horse‑carriages in the old town.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per personRp50,000
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomRp750,000
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomRp1,100,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget Rp150,000 · Mid Rp250,000 · High Rp400,000
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- HLP Halim Perdanakusuma Airport (Jakarta) (One daily flight to Tasikmalaya; check schedule)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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Sep
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Oct
Best
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Nov
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Dec
Avoid
30°C (85°F)85°F (30°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Dec–Jan. Month by month →
Warmest Apr (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Aug (20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C) low). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tasikmalaya: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
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22°C (71°F)71°F (22°C)
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Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Use angkot minibuses for most routes, becak for short trips, and delman horse‑carriages in the old town. Taxis are available but not cheap.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Kampung Naga
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Angkot or taxi, about 25 km (16 mi) west, 45‑min driveAngkot or taxi, about 16 mi (25 km) west, 45‑min drive
Traditional Sundanese village with bamboo houses.
Situ Gede
goDoor to door: ≈20 min walk
Angkot within city, 2 km (1.2 mi) west of centreAngkot within city, 1.2 mi (2 km) west of centre
Small lake on the city’s edge, good for a quick stop.
Mount Galunggung
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h 30 min to trailhead
Drive to Singaparna or Indihiang (≈30 km (19 mi)), then hikeDrive to Singaparna or Indihiang (≈19 mi (30 km)), then hike
Hike to crater; start early, watch weather.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Santika Tasikmalaya
Double rooms from Rp550,000; near train station
Hotel Aden
Budget option around Rp50,000 per night
Merdeka Hotel
Very cheap, close to train station
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- Rp150,000–Rp250,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- Rp250,000–Rp400,000 excl. bed
- High
- Rp400,000+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × Rp750,000 | Rp750,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × Rp250,000 | Rp250,000 |
| Angkot day pass1 × Rp20,000 · check | Rp20,000 |
| Meal (nasi tutug oncom)1 × Rp25,000 · check | Rp25,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | Rp105,000 |
| Trip total≈ Rp1,150,000 per person per day, bed included | Rp1,150,000≈ US$75 |
2026 estimate in rupiah; flights and long‑distance train tickets excluded.
Prices of common things
| Nasi tutug oncom | Rp25,000–Rp35,000 |
| Mie Bakso | Rp20,000–Rp30,000 |
| Angkot ride | Rp2,000–Rp5,000 |
| Taxi (city centre to airport) | Rp150,000–Rp200,000 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic on the Nagreg mountain pass can add hours; leave early if driving from Bandung.
- Bus timetables change frequently; confirm departure times at the Indihiang terminal.
- Mount Galunggung hikes require proper gear and may be closed during rainy season (check local notices).
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- General
- 112
- Ambulance
- 118
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Emergency
- Police110
- General112
- Ambulance118
Embassy
US consulate in Jakarta; other embassies in Jakarta.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Bandung → Tasikmalaya (bus): ≈ Rp70,000, about 2.5–3 h (check)
- Jakarta → Tasikmalaya (flight): ≈ Rp500,000–Rp600,000, 1 h (check)
Say or show
- Maaf — Excuse me / Sorry (ma‑faf)
- Terima kasih — Thank you (tə‑ri‑ma ka‑si‑h)
- Berapa harganya? — How much is this? (bə‑ra‑pa har‑ga‑nya?)
- Di mana terminal bus? — Where is the bus terminal? (di ma‑na ter‑mi‑nal bus?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Tasikmalaya. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct (lower rainfall) · avoid Dec–Jan (heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a half‑day hike on Mount Galunggung for adventure travellers.
- Combine Tasikmalaya with a beach day in Pangandaran (≈2‑h drive).
Sources
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