Java: 3-Day Trip to Tumpak Sewu, Mount Bromo & Ijen
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An intensive multi-day trip to East Java's best-known natural sights, starting in Surabaya or Malang. Day one is a hike to Tumpak Sewu waterfall, day two a jeep ride to sunrise over Mount Bromo and the drive to Ijen, and day three a night hike to the Ijen crater – the blue fire is a natural phenomenon and not guaranteed. At the end you are taken back to Surabaya or by ferry to Bali, depending on your option.
Itinerary
- Pickup in Surabaya or Malang and drive to LumajangDay 1
- Hike to Tumpak Sewu waterfall and drive to your accommodation
- Jeep to sunrise over Mount Bromo, the sea of sand and the craterDay 2
- Breakfast and drive to Ijen
- Night hike to the Ijen crater and sunriseDay 3
- Breakfast and drop-off in Surabaya or Bali
Practical information
- Duration
- 3 days (2 nights)
- Pickup & start
- Pickup in Surabaya (6:00) or Malang (8:00) – station, airport or hotel. Ends in Surabaya or Bali depending on the option (the budget option drops off in Canggu or Kuta).
- Language
- English, Indonesian
- Group
- Shared tour; car for up to 4 or van for up to 8
- Difficulty
- Challenging – early starts, a night departure, hikes on uneven ground and long drives
- Age
- From 9 years
- Operator
- opsi travel
Included
- Air-conditioned car and English-speaking driver-tour leader
- 2 nights' accommodation (regular: private room; budget: shared room and bathroom in a hostel)
- 3 breakfasts and 1 dinner
- Local guides and Bromo jeep
- Entry to Tumpak Sewu, Bromo National Park and Ijen
- Gas mask, headlamp and health certificate for Ijen
- Water, coffee, tea and tolls
- Travel insurance
- Bali drop-off (if selected)
Not included
- Lunches and dinners (except one dinner)
- Horse ride at Bromo
- Personal expenses
- Tips
What to bring
- A warm jacket – it is cold on the volcanoes at night
- Sturdy shoes
- Cash
Not suitable for
- Children under 9
- Pregnant women
- People with heart or respiratory problems
- People with diabetes or altitude sickness
- Wheelchair users and people with low fitness
- People over 70
Good to know
- Weather and volcanic activity may change the plan.
- Accommodation is simple and chosen for its location.
- Sites can be crowded from April to September.
Cancellation & payment
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start for a full refund. Reserve now and pay later.
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What if it rains?
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