Day2 Ijen Blue Fire - Bromo Hotel. Around 01:00 in the morning,to Mount Ijen passing through plantations and rainforest. Arrive in Mount Ijen area, approximately 2hours will be required to ascend slope of mount Ijen The sulfur mining workers go down into the crater and climb back up by passing dangerous path on the edge of Ijen Crater with
Bromo Ijen Tour From Bali is best overland tour package start from Bali to Ijen the to Bromo finish in Surabaya or back to Bali with duration minimum 3 Days 2 Nights. Mount Bromo and Ijen Crater are probably the most famous volcanoes on the island of Java. Each volcano has its specific attractions. Mount Bromo is very special with the spectacular sunrise panorama, also the cultural activites of the Tenggernese people make the area very interesting. And Mount Ijen has its famous blue flame, acid lake and the back breaking activity of the sulfur miners. Bromo â Ijen tour package is designed to see both amazing volcanoes in 3 days 2 nights. Bromo Ijen Tour 3D2N Itinerary Day 01 Pick up from Bali Start from your hotel in Bali Denpasar, Sanur, Kuta or Ubud area, Our staff will take you to Bromo area about 10 hours by a private car with AC including stop on the way for having lunch at local restaurant. upon your arrival in Mt. Bromo area, you will stay at the Lava View Lodge or Bromo Cottages or Cemara Indah or Java Banana Hotel Bromo or similar where overlooking to the actives volcano of Mount Bromo, Batok and Mount Kursi around Tengger region for your enjoyable stay. Day 02 Bromo Sunrise Penanjakan At 3 AM early morning the 4WD JEEP will bring you to the worldâs most famous view point at Mount pananjakan on the rim of the Tengger caldera to see sunrise with its young volcanic including Mount Bromo and an active Mount Semeru in the back ground is breathtaking the play light shadow with sunrise reach Mountain succession from the top to the bottom and the usual fog of the caldera. Afterwards, the adventure be continued to an active Mount Bromo volcano. Then will take you back to the hotel for breakfast, take shower, packing, load the bags to the car and then transfer out to Banyuwangi. It takes around 5 hours drive including stop on the way for having lunch at local restaurant. You will be arrive in the afternoon. Overnight at Hotel. Day 03 Ijen Blue Flames & Bali At AM, We will pick you up and take you to the slope of Mount Ijen, passing through plantations and rainforest. This is one of the few remaining on the island of Java with giant ferns and plants, big trees, this journey takes approximately 1,5 hours from the hotel. Arriving at the parking area of Mount Ijen. Approximately 1 until hours will be required to ascend slope of mount Ijen to reach peak of Ijen Crater and along the path, You will enjoy the stunning natural scenery with fresh air & shady. Resting on the edge of the crater at an altitude of 2883 meters and enjoy best panorama of the lake of sulphate where reflects spectacular view in the surrounding walls to give the impression like doom. The sulfur mining workers go down into the crater and climb back up by passing dangerous path on the edge of Ijen Crater with the load as much as 80 kilograms on their shoulders. You will also enjoy the beautiful scenery in the crater of Ijen as one of Godâs amazing creation. Do not forget to take pictures in this area as a proof that you have visited one of the most amazing places on earth. After You enjoyed the natural scenery at Crater of Ijen and then descend the slope of Mount Ijen until vehicles parking area where our vehicle is waiting for escort you back to the Hotel for having Breakfast and check out. at a local restaurant. And then we will drive you to Ubud or Kuta or Sanur or Nusa Dua and we will arrive in the afternoon. Bromo Ijen Tour Price Inclusions ~ Transportation private car with AC is dedicated for you not on a shared basis ~ Gasoline cost ~ All highway, parking fees ~ Private Driver ~ Guide Speaking English ~ Sunrise tours at mount penanjakan Bromo ~ visiting plantation after ijen tour ~ Ijen blue fire tours ~ 4WD jeep for Bromo Tours ~ 4WD jeep for Ijen crater tours ~ Hotel around mount Bromo ~ Hotel in Banyuwangi Regency Banyuwangi. ~ Breakfast at The Hotel, Mineral water, ferry fare, Normal mask ~ Private transport from Gilimanuk Port Bali to Your Hotel In Bali Kuta, Ubud, Lovina, Sanur, Denpasar What is not included ~ The admission at Bromo and ijen are not included ~ Horse riding to cross the sea of sand in Mt Bromo you can do it on foot ~ Personal expenses Bar, Laundry, tips, etc ~ Airport tax, Travel Insurance, Optional Tour, Porter ~ lunch and dinner during the trip Bromo Ijen Traval Guide FAQ Need more information on Mount Bromo & Ijen Crater? Read through our Mount Bromo Travel Guide & Ijen Crater Travel Guide. get them answered! Optional Tour Program, You may also like Bromo Ijen Tour From Singapore Bromo Ijen Tour From Yogyakarta Bromo Ijen Tour From Surabayba Testimonial & Reviews Sudeepkh Bengaluru, India We were a family of three who travelled on a 3 night tour of Bromo/ Ijen from 22nd to 25th April. We had trouble deciding on a tour operator since all websites give out the same information and look similar. We sent out an initial mail to and received a prompt reply from Devita. Devita replied to all our queries about the itinerary and the costing patiently and even managed to change our hotel bookings to get us the accommodation we requested since we had a eleven year old daughter travelling with us Jiwa Jawa resort Bromo and Ijen Resort . the tour cost had to be transferred upfront and the remaining had to be paid to the guide. We were received at the Surabaya train station by our guide Mr. Slamet and our driver Mr. Irfan. Mr. Irfan was a quiet, smiling and capable driver. Mr. Slamet was extremely friendly and patient throughout the tour. He made sure our tour went off without a hitch in spite of a chaotic and busy weekend full of tourists at the Bromo crater even ditching the four wheel drive halfway through the Bromo climb to arrange for Ojekslocal bike taxis for us to reach the viewpoint just before sunrise. Though the clouds masked the sunrise the view from the top was breathtaking. We even crossed the sea of sand to reach the rim of the Bromo crater. To peek into the bowels of the earth was a surreal experience. From there was a six hour drive to Ijen and an early morning 1 AM three hour trek to the Ijen crater to see the blue fire. Mr. Slamet had thoughtfully brought along good quality gas masks for all of us. He was happy for us at our delight on seeing the blue fire. At the end of the tour they dropped us off at the ferry port even ensuring that a person accompanied us on the ferry journey to the port in Bali where a taxi was waiting to transfer us to Bali airport. We would recommend GWI travels for anyone looking for a reliable tour operator for the Bromo Ijen tour. Mari B Durbanville, South Africa Ijen Bromo Tours, based in Banyuwangi, created a great 5-day travel package for us. Gigeh & Devita have been amazing in communicating and arranging a once in a lifetime adventure for us! From the start of requesting quotes and information, the booking process, pre-payment, our guide and driver, the itinerary and sights â right till the end when we were dropped at our hotel in Bali⌠everything ran super smooth and we were looked after very well. We were met by our driver Mr Usup and our very well English speaking guide Mr Slamet at our hotel in Surabaya. Our journey DAY 1 took us to the Madakaripura Waterfall and on to our hotel in Bromo. We were made aware in advance that accommodation in these remote areas are basic, so nothing ever came as a bad surprise. DAY 2 we saw the sun rise â a spectacular view of Mt Bromo, and then drove over the caldera and climbed to the rim of Mt Bromo. This was the highlight of my whole Java trip. We then drove to Kalibaru Highlands and spent a lovely day at the Margo Utomo Agro Resort. The next morning, DAY 3, we travelled to Sukumade ⌠a 4-hour rough 4WD journey that took us through rivers and valleys to reach the Rangerâs accommodation in a very remote area. The accommodation here is VERY basic, but the experience of seeing the Green Turtles laying their eggs on the beach at night, and releasing the Tukik baby turtles the next morning, makes it all worth while. Day 4, Our last stretch was to Ketapang Indah Hotel in Banyuwangi more modern 3* resort by the beach. We spent most of the day catching up on sleep, as we needed to meet our guide and driver at 12H30 to depart for our Kawah Ijen Blue Flame tour â another once in a lifetime experience. After our Kawah Ijen experience, we were taken back to the hotel to enjoy breakfast, freshen up and check out. DAY 5 we were transported and assisted right to the ferry to Gilimanuk. At Gilimanuk we were met by the transport provider who drove us for 4 hours with a lunch stop to our hotel in Ubud. Ijen Bromo Tours arrange all this for us and we were very pleased. Great service, good value and trustworthy! Thank you Gigeh, Devita, Mr Usup & Mr Slamet â you provided us with an experience of a lifetime. Find it on tripadvisor Home
DAYS1 CANGGU BALI TO BROMO. Pick up from your hotel in bali 7a.m / kuta/canggu/ubud. Transfers Go to gilimanuk harbor 3 to 4 hours drive, Arrives at gilimanuk harbor at 11 a.m more less, meet my team (mr ngurah) who will accompanied cross to java , Take a ferries to java without car, about 1 hour by ferries ,another car will pick up at java
Detailed Reviews Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location 2022From my experience cold, raining, midnight, I can definitely say that the hike was a challenge, and it may not be for everyone. The journey to the fire was quite long, and it was pretty exhausting but because of the views you can see from so high, it was all worth it. Just before the morning came I got to see the the blue fire for a while, and it looked magical. The path down was qute dangerous, June 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2023 ⢠CouplesWe had organised to do this trip to Java with our driver the year before and looked like an stayed at a homestay close by and had to be up at for3am departure and 4am start to walk up to the gets cold up there at that time in the morning and you could think you were in some country with a warm jumper for the wait to start walking but after the first 100m we had taken off the jumpers and were A HARD WALK for those of you with little was walking 50m and then stopping to get my breath and then on was a 10km up and down walk and most of it straight up and in the dark with just a torch it can be are guys with carts all the way up and back offering rides and the closer you get to the bottom the price goes down and didnt arrive before the sun had come up and the blue fire wasnt there but it was so worth views are took gas masks but didnt need them as the wind was blowing away from see the guys working down the bottom in the clouds of fumes and the seriously small amount of money that they make per kg to bring up from the bottom of the crater is walk was not going to beat me and we did it no problem but just be aware that it is a difficult took my hiking stick with me which was agreat still saw people just making their way up during the day on our way back with small they made itWritten May 27, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2023 ⢠BusinessIjen crater, located in East Java, Indonesia, is a popular destination for both adventure seekers and nature enthusiasts. The crater is a part of the Ijen volcano complex and is known for its stunning turquoise sulfuric acid lake and the famous "blue fire" March 14, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2023 ⢠FriendsWe arranged this through our tour guide and was introduced to local guide Pebri onsite. Pebri was great and will recommend to anyone looking for a guide, his service and knowledge was superb which made the whole trek so much more. We started at 4am and finished at almost 9am. For someone who doesnât exercise, the trek was tiring. For 70% of the trek it was at an incline of 40-60 degrees. Def bring a hiking pole - it helped so much, both when going up and to help in balance when coming down. When we reached the top, the view was breath taking and was all worth the hard work. We were blessed by good clear weather. Pebri brought us further up and he knew all the best spots for photos. Bring some light snacks so that you can munch breakfast at the top as well. Good trekking shoes are a must. We started off with three layers as it was cold, but soon removed the layers as we started the trek and gained body heat. The trek at the start is pitch black so you can rent head lamps if you donât have one at the base area. We didnât manage to catch the blue fire as it has been closed since Jan due to the toxic level of gas, but even without it, it was still a worth whole experience and that shouldnât deter you. Some level of basic fitness is required, wonât recommend for young kids or older folks if you donât exercise regularly. Highly recommended!!! Would def rate this experience much higher over March 10, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2022My hotel was able to organize the tour for me - I joined a group and left Banyuwangi at midnight, to arrive at the Volcano park and begin the hike at 2am when the park opens. All hikers are provided a headlight & gas mask. It's a pretty easy hike, but be warned it's quite a steep hike up for about 2kms, either way. The Blue flame lava caused by the sulphur is the main attraction & that's where you'll need to wear your mask - it was simply the most extraordinary thing I've ever seen! You've got about to get to the blue flames before sunrise where it can't be seen, so just plan around that - I found it to be quite a comfortable hike and pace. But I hike a bit. I have been told that if it rains the blue flames might not be there and that the park is closed on the 1st Friday of every month. I ensured I was in the local area for 2 days because it was one of the key things I came to do - plan to avoid disappointment would be my advice. It's an hour drive there and back, so bring some small change for the toilet and snacks, there are little shops at the entrance of the December 21, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2022 ⢠SoloThis volcano is really amazing. I hiked up this morning with a super nice guide Ali Baba Li from a very small tour organization "explorINDO ijeNESIA". Ali Baba gave me a lot of information and showed me th best spots I saw on internet and instagram. One that made me sad was the sulphur miners. It made me feel stupid for having complaining a lot about my job. It was really an unforgettable November 3, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn Indonesia12 contributionsAug 2022 ⢠CouplesIt's a very touristy scene where miners and guides will keep offering you rides to the top, it gets annoying when you're tired. It's a steady and steep climb to the top so you'll need to be somewhat fit. To get to the bluefire you'll need to climb down to the mines and the paths are sandy and slippery which means it's harder to climb back up too. My advice is don't make the bluefire as your primary goal, you have to be lucky to be able to see it as it really depends on a lot of things. Just enjoy the hike as mountain if you have asthma, don't go down to the mines. Youll also need to pay for drone permit, so disappointedWritten October 20, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2022 ⢠Couplesreaching the place was challenging, security parameter needs definitely to be implemented...seen visitors almoat fell... Written October 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2022Mount Ijen is so majestic and impressive, and yet it also left me emotional due to the mine workers who live in the worst circumstances one can crater lake view is absolutely worth the steep and never-ending climb and the fact that you need to defy the sulfur gasses on the way up or down into the crater for the blue flames. Make sure to bring your own gas mask before visiting this place. The ones they offer you there are so old and dirty, I can guarantee you they make it worse instead of better. Also, you could donate your gas mask to the mine workers afterwards, who are too poor to buy one themselves and have to work in the sulfur gasses day in day all about them and how the climb to Mount Ijen really is in the 'Visit Mount Bromo and Ijen' post on my website can also find the names and contact details of our private guides and driver on our cheap 3-day private tour of the East of October 9, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn 2022Prepare with a fit body, good shoes, a torch, and a light jacket for soft trekking on mount Ijen. It's better to start before am to trek up to get the blue flame view. LovelyWritten October 4, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn results 1-10 of 1,463SurabayaBromo Ijen Bali tour is tour to visit Mt. Bromo and Ijen Crater, starting from Surabaya to Bromo to see sunrise and panoramic view of Mount Bromo and Mt Semeru and Ijen carter to see blue fire and panorama view of volcanic lake then transfer to your hotel in Bali where you will stay, in 3 day 2 nights tour. This tour is very If youâre an adventure and hiking fan, you need to add the Kawah Ijen sunrise hike to your travel bucket list. Kawah Ijen is an active volcano in East Java, and one of the few places in the world where you can see blue flames. When I found out about it on my first Bali, I decided that I couldnât miss out on this experience. We did a Ijen crater tour from Bali, and while being pretty knackering, it was one of the highlights of our trip. If youâre also planning to do the Mount Ijen sunrise hike, this is the guide for you! In this post Iâve outlined everything you need to do about doing the Kawah Ijen night hike, whether you do it yourself or with a tour. Iâve included some basic information about this incredible natural phenomenon, how to get there, what to expect, what you need to bring and some Ijen crater tour options to choose from. So letâs dive in and start planning your Bali to Mount Ijen tour! Contents1 About Kawah Ijen2 How to get to Mount Ijen from Bali3 Our experience doing a Mount Ijen sunrise tour from The Blue Flames of Kawah The Kawah Ijen Sunrise4 Can you hike Ijen without a guide?5 Is doing a Ijen crater tour from Bali worth it?6 Where to stay for your Mount Ijen In Ubud Desa Visesa or Komaneka at Monkey In Cepaka Villa In Canggu Pondok Homestay7 What to bring to hike Kawah Ijen Waiting for the sun to rise at the top of Kawah Ijen About Kawah Ijen Kawah Ijen is on the island of Java in Indonesia, an island famous for its spectacular temples and wild nature. Ijen is actually a group of composite volcanoes. Kawah Ijen is the highest and the one with the largest crater, which most travellers visit and hike due to the blue flame phenomenon. The blue flames of Kawah Ijen are a natural phenomenon visible only here due to the combustion of sulphuric gases. Kawah Ijen is an active volcano, but it doesnât erupt lava as you would expect. The eruptions are actually of methane and other gases, which make it particularly dangerous as they canât be predicted like normal eruptions. The Ijen crater is filled of bright turquoise water, which despite being beautiful to see, is actually extremely acidic. Mount Ijen has a dramatic and dangerous beauty to it. Doing a Mount Ijen sunrise tour, hiking up at night to see the blue flames and sunrise is an experience I recommend to all outdoors adventure lovers. Standing over the crater of Kawah Ijen, looking down at the biggest acidic lake in the world How to get to Mount Ijen from Bali Ijen is in East Java. To get there from Bali you need to drive for around 4 hours from the main tourist parts of Bali like Ubud, Seminyak or Canggu to Gilimanuk, where you then get a 1-hour ferry to Java, and then for a final 1-hour drive to the base of Kawah Ijen. The easiest way to get to Ijen from Bali is do to an organised tour, since they will handle all the transfers and you will then have a guide to support you during the hike. You can also get there without a tour by either renting a scooter, renting a car or a combination of buses. While it might be cheaper I personally think it would add quite a lot of faff to an already long journey and isnât worth it. Click here to book your Ijen crater tour from Bali! Our experience doing a Mount Ijen sunrise tour from Bali We set off from Seminyak at 6pm on the Friday. We did 4- hour minivan drive to Gilimanuk, where we got a 1-hour long ferry to East Java, and then another 1-hour drive to the base camp of Kawah Ijen. We were ready to be up all night, so spending the car journey sleeping if you can is the best way to ensure you are fresh for the hike. We were told to wear warm clothes as it can get cold on top of the volcano, and stupidly dismissed it wondering how cold it could really be. Unsurprisingly, we were wrong and as soon as we stepped out of the car we were greeted by the chilly mountain air. Looking down in the crater of Kawah Ijen As our guides explained some of the basics about climbing Kawah Ijen they also handed out warm coats to the foolish people like me that didnât bring one, along with headlights to climb up in the dark and gas masks for the sulphur gases. At 2am we set off from the base camp and started hiking under the starry sky. Being a city girl born and raised, I donât often get to see the night sky unaffected by light pollution, and it was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. The hike can be intense and quite steep at parts, but the path is easy to walk since there is an almost paved path, as it used every day by the sulphur miners. It was easy also because we were continuously supported by our guides. Harry and the other guides know the volcano inside out, and it was fascinating to hear their stories of when they hiked Kawah Ijen as sulphur miners. Click here to book your Ijen crater tour from Bali! The sun breaks through and turns East Java pink The Blue Flames of Kawah Ijen After the first steep 45 minutes the path flattens out a bit, which makes the second half of the hike easier. When we were about to approach the peak we were advised to put on our gas masks, as we were downwind form the mines and the sulphur was blowing in our direction. After hours of hiking under the stars we made it to the top, just in time to see the blue flames. This natural phenomenon happens due to the combustion of sulphuric gases. The gases emerge from cracks in the rock at high pressure and temperature, and when they come in contact with the air, they ignite, creating the blue flames. When we were there we werenât allowed to go closer to the flames or inside Ijen crater due to the high levels of methane. Depending on the season and daily weather conditions you might be able to go inside the crater. While the blue flames were undeniably cool, it wasnât the highlight of the tour for me. The beauty of the landscape, hiking under the starry sky and the unforgettable sunrise were what made the experience so incredible for us. Misty morning landscapes at Kawah Ijen The Kawah Ijen Sunrise Once we decided we had seen enough blue flames we started hiking once again. This part was considerably easier since the area around the crater of the volcano is pretty much flat. We walked all the way around the crater to the east side, where we sat to wait for the sunrise. That moment of trepidation, sat with other hikers as the sky began to lighten was truly magical. As the sun came up everything around us became golden, revealing the beauty of the Mount Ijen landscape. We spent a couple hours at the top, enjoying the warmth of the rising sun and exploring the top of the crater, admiring the turquoise lake beneath us. The hike back was considerably easier, although a little hard on the knees. On the way back we saw the sulphur miners carrying bamboo baskets, filled with up to 70kg of sulphurs on their shoulders. Click here to see the latest availability and prices for a Bali to Ijen sunrise tour! Enjoying the morning light after the night hike Itâs crazy to think that we hiked Kawah Ijen as tourists, admiring the beautiful night sky, the peculiarity of the blue flames and acid lake, and the stunning sunrise, while others were hiking it at our same time but for work, trying to make a living. That is one of the things I love about travelling, you see new things and meet new people, and it makes you reflect on your experiences and how you affect those you meet. If you want to find out more about the job of the sulphur miners at Kawah Ijen you can check out this documentary by the BBC or article by CNN. Once we made it back to the base camp we then drove off to a traditional Javanese family house, for a typical Javanese breakfast. After being up and hiking all night this was much needed and appreciated. We then got in the car and got ready to nap on our 6-hour journey back to Bali. Waiting for the sunrise at Kawah Ijen Can you hike Ijen without a guide? It depends on your fitness and confidence level. The trail itself is fairly easy and well marked. There are also so many people going up between tourists and miners that itâs almost impossible to get lost. However if you want to go down inside the crater the path is a little trickier, and having a guide help you and show you where to put your feet will make it much easier. Personally I was glad to have a guide with us. Our guide used to work as a sulphur miner and had lots of interesting stories about Kawah Ijen. It was also one of my first night hikes so I was glad for the extra support. If youâre an experienced hiker and have done lots of night hikes before you would be fine without one. Just rent a gas mask at the base of Ijen, follow the crowds and youâre sorted. Check out the prices and availability to do a Bali to Ijen crater tour! One of the sulphur miners at Kawah Ijen â Photo by M. Rinandar Tasya on Scopio Is doing a Ijen crater tour from Bali worth it? It ultimately depends on how long you have in Bali, but personally, I donât think so. While thereâs no doubt that hiking under the Milky Way, seeing the natural phenomenon of the blue flames and that stunning sunrise is a magical experience, itâs also a knackering one. On my first trip to Indonesia I only had 10 days in Bali. Taking 24 hours out of that to see Ijen destroyed us, and we spent the few days after that in Ubud just recovering from the night hike and long journey. If you have longer in Indonesia then yes, I think you should do it. If I were to go back and hike Ijen again I would do one of the following options instead. Do a 3-day Ijen & Bromo tour from Bali â The journey from Bali to East Java is pretty long and knackering. I recommend visiting also Mount Bromo while youâre at it. That way the long bus and ferry journeys will be spread out and not back to back in 24 hours, and youâll see also one of the most stunning natural landscapes in Indonesia. Click here to find out more about doing a 3-day Bromo & Ijen tour! Aerial photo of Mount Bromo â Photo by Alexander Pflaum on Scopio Borobudur, Bromo & Ijen tour from Yogyakarta â Alternatively you can also do a 4-day tour from Yogyakarta. This tour also includes a visit to Borobudur, one of the most beautiful temples in Indonesia. Itâs the perfect alternative and gives you the opportunity to see more than just Bali. However itâs quite a long trip so best suited for those who have a long time to spend in Bali. Click here to find out more about doing a 4-day Borobudur, Bromo & Ijen tour from Yogyakarta! Wandering around Borobudur just after sunrise Hike Mount Batur in Bali instead â If youâre tight on time and can only visit Bali, but really want to do a volcano night and sunrise hike, then I would recommend hiking Mount Batur instead. Sure, there are no blue flames and the landscape is completely different, but you will still get the night hike experience, without having to take 24 hours out of your day to do so. Click here to find out more about hiking Mount Batur in Bali! Mount Batur in Bali â Photo by Joaquin Prats on Scopio Where to stay for your Mount Ijen hike If youâre doing your Ijen crater tour from Bali it doesnât really matter where in Bali youâre staying, since it will usually include pick-up and drop-off. Iâve listed below some of the places I stayed at during my two trips to Bali, which I particularly liked and can recommend. In Ubud Desa Visesa or Komaneka at Monkey Forest I stayed in Ubud twice on separate occasions and in very different types of hotels. The first time I stayed at Komaneka at Monkey Forest, located right in the centre of Ubud, an easy walking distance to all the main attractions. Despite being so central it wasnât noisy, and the resort is very beautiful. I also stayed in a resort called Desa Visesa, which was a bit outside the centre of Ubud but they offer a free shuttle service in the town centre. Both offer standard rooms at affordable prices, or private villas with pool if youâre looking for something a bit fancier. Theyâre both also very Insagrammable hotels, perfect for those picture perfect holiday shots! Click here to book your stay in Ubud! Drone shot of the main pool at Desa Visesa Ubud In Cepaka Villa Sungai If youâre willing to splurge a bit on your Bali trip, Villa Sungai is the place to do it. Villa Sungai has been featured multiple times in luxury travel magazines and has won multiple awards. The property itself is beautiful, with outdoors bathrooms and private pools. The staff are simply stunning and really go out of their way to make your stay there unforgettable. Itâs one of the best private pool villas in Bali. Check the latest prices and availability at Villa Sungai The main pool at Villa Sungai In Canggu Pondok Homestay In Canggu we stayed at Pondok Homestay, a lovely property a short 20 minute walk down to the beach. For 24 EUR a night we had a private ensuite room with air conditioning and a pool. The property was just off the main road and next to a rice field, away from the noise of the busy street, which made it a very quiet and pleasant place to stay. Click here to see the latest prices and availability at Pondok Homestay! Drone shot of the pool at Pondok Homestay in Canggu What to bring to hike Kawah Ijen If you choose to do a Ijen guided tour they will provide you with the essentials like gas mask and a warm coat. You donât need much besides the usual travel essentials, but Iâve listed below some things that you should remember to pack. Warm coat â I know what youâre thinking, youâre going to Bali, you donât want to bring a warm coat with you! With a tour they should give you one, but better safe than cold! Water bottle â There are no services whatsoever once you start the hike, so make sure to bring plenty of water with you for the hike! Comfortable walking shoes â You donât want your feet to hurt half way through the hike. Bring some comfy walking shoes with you and youâll be sorted for a night of hiking! Head torch â Youâll be hiking in the dark after all! They should give you one if you do a tour, but if youâre hiking alone you will definitely need one, even if there will be lots of lights from other people hiking. Enjoying the view on the ferry back to Bali from Java after our Ijen day tour Final thoughts on doing a Ijen crater tour Have you ever hiked up an active volcano at night? How did you find it? Let me know in the comments below! Doing the Kawah Ijen night hike was one of the coolest parts of our Bali trip. Yes it was pretty knackering, but it was also pretty magical and a unique experience Iâd never had before. I hope you find this guide useful in planning your own Ijen tour from Bali. Iâve listed everything you need to know and can expect, as well as some better options if you have longer to spend in Indonesia. Looking for more Indonesia and Bali travel tips? 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