The Indonesia medical tourism market size reached USD 1.73 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, the market is projected to reach USD 9.68 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 18.76% during 2025-2033. The market is driven by government-backed healthcare modernization efforts designed to retain outbound patients and build inbound demand. Traditional wellness integration in destinations like Bali and Yogyakarta attracts international clients seeking holistic recovery. Additionally, the affordability and improved capabilities of private hospitals are further augmenting the Indonesia medical tourism market share.
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 1.73 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 9.68 Billion |
Market Growth Rate 2025-2033 | 18.76% |
Wellness and Traditional Healing Integration in Tourist Destinations
Indonesia’s rich tradition of holistic wellness, combined with its global appeal as a tourist destination, forms a unique foundation for its medical tourism expansion. Wellness resorts in Bali, Yogyakarta, and Lombok are blending modern treatments with traditional Indonesian therapies, such as jamu herbal medicine, reflexology, and energy-based healing. International tourists are increasingly drawn to packages that combine yoga, detox, physical therapy, and cosmetic procedures in a resort-like setting. Healthcare providers in these regions partner with hospitality groups to offer pre- and post-treatment recovery in serene environments, supported by nutritious diets and personalized care. On June 25, 2025, Indonesia inaugurated its first medical tourism special economic zone in Sanur, Bali, integrating international hospitals, specialist clinics, and research facilities. The initiative aims to curb the estimated USD 9.2 Billion Indonesians spend annually on overseas healthcare by offering comparable world-class services domestically. With Bali already attracting 6.3 Million international tourists in 2024, the project is expected to elevate the country’s position in global health and wellness tourism. Spa-medical hybrid facilities, especially in Bali, are offering dermatology, anti-aging treatments, and minor aesthetic procedures alongside traditional wellness practices. The Ministry of Tourism promotes medical and wellness tourism together under its Wonderful Indonesia Health Tourism campaign, emphasizing Indonesia’s unique healing heritage. As global travelers become more health-conscious and seek integrated wellness solutions, Indonesia’s natural positioning as a spiritual and therapeutic retreat is gaining traction. This convergence of healthcare and cultural wellness is reshaping the regional healthcare map and driving Indonesia medical tourism market growth by elevating domestic competitiveness.
Cost-Effectiveness and Growing Private Healthcare Sector
Affordability remains a central factor in attracting both domestic and international medical tourists to Indonesia. Treatments in private Indonesian hospitals are significantly lower in cost compared to those in neighboring countries, especially for cosmetic surgery, fertility treatments, dentistry, and minor elective surgeries. Despite competitive pricing, the private sector is delivering increasing quality and comfort, with hospitals now meeting international standards and hiring foreign-trained specialists. Accredited institutions in Jakarta, Surabaya, and Batam are offering bundled pricing, multi-lingual care, and concierge services tailored to middle- and upper-class patients from Malaysia, Australia, Papua New Guinea, and the Middle East. Indonesia’s private healthcare providers are also leveraging telemedicine for international consultations, pre-arrival diagnostics, and post-discharge follow-ups, improving continuity of care. Investment in infrastructure and technology, like robotic-assisted surgery and advanced imaging, is positioning select institutions as destination hospitals for regional patients. According to a 2024 NLM report, it was reported that nearly 2 Million Indonesians sought medical treatment abroad in 2022, resulting in an estimated economic loss of USD 11.5 Billion (IDR 170 Trillion). Around 1 Million traveled to Malaysia and 750,000 to Singapore, making Indonesia the top patient source, contributing over 75% of Malaysia’s and 60% of Singapore’s medical tourism revenues. Additionally, 60% of outbound patients were from Jakarta, prompting Indonesia’s government to invest in domestic medical infrastructure to curb outbound medical travel. With rising investor interest in health-tech and hospital networks, Indonesia’s private healthcare sector is gaining the capacity and confidence to scale medical tourism in targeted specialties. This balance of affordability and improving service delivery enhances Indonesia’s competitiveness in the regional healthcare travel landscape.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the country and regional levels for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and treatment type.
Type Insights:
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Treatment Type Insights:
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Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
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Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Outbound, Inbound, Intrabound |
Treatment Types Covered | Cosmetic Treatment, Dental Treatment, Cardiovascular Treatment, Orthopaedic Treatment, Bariatric Surgery, Fertility Treatment, Ophthalmic Treatment, Others |
Regions Covered | Java, Sumatra, Kalimantan, Sulawesi, Others |
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