Explore one of Indonesia's great natural wonders, the 'Blue Volcano' known locally as Kawah Ijen, a spectacular volcano that has stunningly deep blue lava, thanks to its incredibly high levels of sulfur, causing blue flames to rise into the air.
Travelling from Bali to Java by ferry with an experienced local guide, we explore the local villages of the Osing peoples, whose roots reach back centuries in southeast Java. Explore vibrant local markets and colourful Chinese temples on your way to Ijen crater on foot and four wheel drive, where you will see spectacular panoramic views of the crater and lake.
Pick up is available from most centrally located in Kuta, Legian, Tuban, Sanur, Denpasar, Jimbaran, Tanjung Benoa, and Nusa Dua areas. Please be ready and waiting in your hotel lobby 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.
A morning departure from your hotel in Bali via minibus whisks you along the island’s scenic west coast, a slice of the real Bali few tourist see. Stop for photos amid terraced rice fields, rustic villages, surging surf beaches and beautiful Bali National Park during the two and a half hour drive to Gilimanuk.
catch a ferry with your guide for the half-hour crossing to Java
arly wake –up call. After breakfast at the hotel drive on a four-wheel drive vehicle to the slope of Mount Ijen, passing through plantations and rainforest. This is one of the few left in the island of Java with giant ferns and big trees. Pause at the Park Ranger’s post before hiking further up to the slope of the crater. About one hour and half to two hours is needed to ascend the rim of the crater along a shady track with amazing views. Take a rest on the edge of the crater at 2883-meter altitude. The sulfuric lake reflects eerie color over the surrounding walls to give an apocalypse like impression. Men seeking the sulfur descend into the crater and climb back up along the dangerous rim with loads of up to 80 kilos on their shoulders The crater observation will take at leisure.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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