Malang Trip Overview
Ijen Crater is one of the famous tourist destinations in East Java, Indonesia. In this tour, you will see one of the blue flames in the world. And also meet sulfur miners who always carry 20 kg of yellowish stone up and down to the crater. You will be accompanied by our friendly local guide to trek from Paltuding to Crater. While at the top, you will also see an amazing panorama of the sulfur lake at the top.
Additional Info
Duration: 2 days
Starts: Malang, Indonesia
Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> Hiking & Camping
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What to Expect When Visiting Malang, Java, Indonesia
Ijen Crater is one of the famous tourist destinations in East Java, Indonesia. In this tour, you will see one of the blue flames in the world. And also meet sulfur miners who always carry 20 kg of yellowish stone up and down to the crater. You will be accompanied by our friendly local guide to trek from Paltuding to Crater. While at the top, you will also see an amazing panorama of the sulfur lake at the top.
Itinerary
Day 1: Departure Time
Stop At: Surabaya, Surabaya, East Java, Java
Ijen crater is located in the regency of Banyuwangi, East Java. It is 7 hours drive from our office in Malang, and also from Surabaya. You will be picked up around 06.00 PM at your meeting point (Hotel). Since it will be a long drive in the evening, feel free to ask your driver to stop for dinner (exclude) or just take a rest at the rest area. You will arrive at Ijen Paltuding (Ijen Entrance Gate) at around 01.00 AM.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Day 2: Hiking to the top of Ijen Crater
Stop At: Ijen Crater, Banyuwangi 68454 Indonesia
You will start trekking around midnight. It takes 90 minutes to hike. You will meet the Sulphur miners on your way to the top. These days most of them use trolleys to wheel down the solid field Sulphur to the weighing area just behind the parking lot. Once at the top, feel inspired and explore. Walk your day. You will hike back to the Paltuding in the morning. Enjoy the local snack and a welcoming cup of coffee or tea (included).
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Malang, Malang, East Java, Java
After mesmerizing with Ije Crater, you will drive back to Malang or Surabaya or we can drop you off to Ketapang Port if you wish to continue to Bali Island, ferry ticket to Bali is not included on this tour.
Duration: 7 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
