Indonesia is one of the best places to backpack, with literally thousands of islands for students to explore. Like literally literally. Something between 13 and 18 thousand, depending on who you ask. If you are scratching your head about where to start, head to Sumatra, where you can take in the morning mist from the window of a cozy lodge, listen to the wild monkeys’ calls, or read a book by the waterfall. If you prefer the sound of beachside yoga, Sumba Island is for you. It’s only 400km away from Bali, with equally exciting snorkeling, surfing, and fishing. Most of Indonesia can easily be accomplished on a backpacker’s budget, but be careful — if you want to go to every island, the transportation will add up.