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Welcome to JavaJivi Experiences! We are your trusted local experts, specializing in private, eco-cultural journeys across West Java.
Forget the rushed, exhausting mass-tourist trails. This exclusive 3-Day transit journey is perfectly designed to take you safely from Jakarta to Bandung via the spectacular, off-the-beaten-path highlands of Garut. You will hike the active sulfur craters of Mount Papandayan at sunrise, relax in the turquoise natural hot springs of Talaga Bodas, and connect deeply with local artisans through hands-on cultural workshops.
Managed with international hospitality standards, we handle all the driving, logistics, and planning. Just sit back in your private air-conditioned vehicle, relax, and let our professional English-speaking guide immerse you in the true soul of Indonesia.
What's Included
Lunch
Breakfast
Meeting and pickup
Please provide your exact hotel name and address in Jakarta (or your flight details if you wish to be picked up directly at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport). Your private English-speaking guide/driver will wait for you at the hotel lobby or the airport arrival gate holding a sign with your name. We will contact you via WhatsApp a day before the tour for a smooth coordination.
Itinerary
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1Garut
We will pick you up from your hotel in Jakarta. Enjoy a scenic private drive into the cool highlands of Garut, West Java (Approx 5-6 Hours)
5 hours • Admission ticket free -
2
- Full trek Mt Papandayan - Magical Sunrise, Active Golden Crater, Dead forest (6-7 hours) - Garut city culinary - try Soto Garut & dodol - Relaxing Sundanese hot spring spa in Garut (90 min) traditional massage
12 hours • Admission ticket free -
3
Relax your muscles with a morning soak in the natural hot springs of Talaga Bodas crater, hidden turquoise lake & sulfur miners
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
4Garut
Silk weaving village - meet artisan family & try traditional loom
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
Sukaregang leather village - biggest leather craft center since 1920s, factory price. Afterwards, we provide a smooth private transfer to drop you off at your hotel or the train station in Bandung City.
2 hours • Admission ticket included
Jakarta to Garut: The Highland Arrival (Overnight Garut)
Welcome to Second Mars on the Earth ( Papandayan Volcano )
Day 3 - Talaga Bodas Crater Lake, Silk Weaving & Leather Village - Drop Bandung
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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