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- English
Experience the raw energy and rich history of Mount Merapi on a private 4WD Jeep Ride across its famous volcanic terrain. Guided by a friendly local driver who knows the best viewpoints, you’ll visit key historical landmarks along the lava track, including the Sisa Hartaku Museum, the famous Alien Rock, and the panoramic Bunker Kaliadem.
Cap off your journey with a thrilling river-splash drive through Kalikuning Park, where your Jeep navigates through shallow river beds framed by lush greenery. Designed for ease and comfort, this tour includes private round-trip transfers from central Yogyakarta, making it a memorable and hassle-free way to explore one of Java’s most legendary natural wonders.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is included from all hotels in Yogyakarta City area. Please wait in your lobby 5-10 minutes before the scheduled time. Your private driver will contact you via WhatsApp in the evening before the tour to confirm the exact pickup.
Itinerary
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1Yogyakarta Region
Your tour begins with a convenient private pickup by an English-speaking driver/guide from your hotel or accommodation in Yogyakarta city. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a comfortable 1-hour scenic drive towards the foothills of Mount Merapi.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Merapi Volcano
Head up to the volcanic slopes to witness the towering summit of Mount Merapi, one of Indonesia's most active volcanoes. Take photos with the majestic peak in the background and enjoy the cool mountain air while learning about the history of its major eruptions.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
3Museum Mini Sisa Hartaku
Visit a poignant open-air museum created by local residents in a preserved home destroyed during the major 2010 eruption. See melted motorcycles, frozen wall clocks, and ash-covered household items that serve as silent witnesses to the power of nature.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Bunker Kaliadem Merapi
Explore the historical underground bunker located just a few kilometers from the active crater. Walk around the lava fields, view the old volcanic flow trails, and hear stories about the safety shelter’s history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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End your off-road tour with an adrenaline-pumping experience! Your driver will take the 4WD Jeep through the rocky terrain and cool streams of the Kali Kuning riverbed for an exhilarating water splash track.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
6Yogyakarta Region
Transfer back from the Jeep to your private air-conditioned vehicle and rest during the journey back to the city and arrive at your hotel or original pickup point in Yogyakarta, bringing home unforgettable memories of your Merapi volcano adventure.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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