The Legacy
The Indonesian Rainforest
Nature, Culture and the Legacy of Indonesia.
The Indonesian rainforest is one of the most diverse ecosystems on Earth. Spread across thousands of islands, these forests are home to extraordinary wildlife, rich biodiversity, and cultures that have lived in harmony with nature for generations.
Across Indonesia, mountains shape both landscapes and life. Communities often grow around volcanic slopes and forest valleys, where fertile soil, fresh water, and dense forests create the conditions for cultures to thrive. Here, nature and humanity are not separate systems, they evolve together.
At Restore the Legacy, we believe forests, people, and culture cannot be separated. Healthy ecosystems support communities, and communities protect the forests that sustain them. When these systems remain in balance, both nature and culture flourish.
Why the Indonesian Rainforest Matters
The Indonesian rainforest plays a critical role for the planet and for the millions of people who depend on it.
BIODIVERSITY
Indonesia contains some of the most biodiverse rainforest ecosystems on Earth.
WATER & CLIMATE
Rainforests regulate water systems and play a crucial role in global climate stability.
COMMUNITIES
Millions of people rely on forest ecosystems for food, medicine and cultural traditions.
FUTURE GENERATIONS
Protecting the Indonesian rainforest safeguards ecosystems for generations to come.
The regions where we work
Indonesia is not one single rainforest. Every island has its own landscapes, ecosystems, and traditions.
Each mountain, valley, and coastline tells a different story about how nature and culture grow together. Understanding these stories is essential to restoring forests in a way that respects both ecosystems and communities.
Explore the map below to discover the regions where Restore the Legacy is currently active in the Indonesian rainforest.
Nature and Culture grow together
Across Indonesia, cultures grow around mountains, forests and rivers.
These landscapes shape traditions, knowledge and ways of living with nature.
At Restore the Legacy, we believe forests cannot be restored without the communities and cultures that belong to them. Nature, humanity and culture thrive when they remain in balance.
Restore the Legacy is a Dutch foundation active in Indonesia, working together with local communities to protect and regenerate rainforest ecosystems.