Mount Bromo Sunrise, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, Drop Cave, & Ijen Blue Fire Tour Package From
Journey starts
Bali
Journey ends
Bali / Surabaya / Malang
Experience the best of East Java on a four-day adventure featuring volcanic wonders, dramatic waterfalls, and breathtaking mountain scenery. Departing from Bali, this journey takes you to Mount Ijen to witness its famous Blue Fire phenomenon, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall to admire its spectacular curtain of cascading water, and Mount Bromo for an unforgettable sunrise above the volcanic landscape. With private transfers, ferry arrangements, local guides, and accommodation coordinated along the way, you can enjoy a more convenient travel experience while discovering some of Indonesia’s most extraordinary natural destinations. Day-by-Day Itinerary Day 1 — Bali to Banyuwangi Your adventure begins with a hotel pick-up in Bali between 09:00 and 10:00 AM. Travel across the island to Gilimanuk Harbour, then board a ferry across the Bali Strait to Ketapang Harbour in East Java. Upon arrival, continue by private vehicle to your hotel in Banyuwangi. Check in, relax, and prepare for the overnight departure to Mount Ijen. Day 2 — Mount Ijen Blue Fire to Tumpak Sewu Area Depart around midnight for Paltuding, the starting point of the Mount Ijen trek. After a short break and safety briefing with your local guide, hike toward the crater to experience the extraordinary Blue Fire phenomenon, weather and volcanic conditions permitting. Continue to the crater rim to admire the turquoise crater lake and surrounding volcanic scenery at sunrise. After descending to the basecamp, enjoy breakfast before travelling to the Tumpak Sewu area. Check in at your accommodation and rest for the evening. Day 3 — Tumpak Sewu Waterfall to Mount Bromo Area Start the morning with a visit to Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, famous for its semicircular wall of cascading water surrounded by lush cliffs. Explore the viewpoints and, depending on weather, trail conditions, and your chosen route, enjoy a guided walk closer to the waterfall. After approximately two to three hours of exploration, return to your accommodation for breakfast and prepare for the journey to the Mount Bromo area. Arrive at your hotel, settle in, and spend the remainder of the day relaxing or exploring the surrounding countryside before the early-morning sunrise excursion. Day 4 — Mount Bromo Sunrise and Drop-Off Depart at approximately 02:00 AM in a 4WD vehicle and travel to a sunrise viewpoint overlooking the Bromo volcanic landscape. Watch the first light illuminate the surrounding mountains, then descend toward the Sea of Sand and continue to Mount Bromo’s crater area, subject to access and weather conditions. Take in views of Mount Batok, the vast caldera, and Mount Semeru in the distance. You may also see the Hindu temple in the Sea of Sand, an important part of the region’s cultural landscape. After the excursion, return to your accommodation for breakfast and freshening up before your onward transfer. *Choose your preferred drop-off destination:* - Bali: Transfer to Gilimanuk Harbour, cross the Bali Strait by ferry, and continue to your hotel. Allow substantial travel time for the road journey and ferry connections. - Surabaya: Travel directly from the Mount Bromo area to Surabaya. - Malang: Continue by road to Malang after the Bromo excursion.
The moments this trip is built around
- Pickup
- 09:00
- Back around
- 23:30
- Duration
- 4 Days
Everything you need to know
Day 1: Bali – Banyuwangi
09:00 – 10:00
Pick-up from your Bali accommodation. Meet your driver at your hotel or agreed pick-up point in Bali. Your departure time will be coordinated with your location and the ferry timetable.
10:00 – 15:00
Road trip to Gilimanuk Harbor. Enjoy a drive across Bali toward Gilimanuk Harbor, the departure point for your ferry journey to East Java.
15:00 – 16:00
Ferry crossing to Banyuwangi. Board the ferry and sail across the Bali Strait to Ketapang Harbor in Banyuwangi.
16:00 – 17:00
Transfer to your Banyuwangi hotel. Continue by road to your accommodation, where you can settle in before the early start the following morning.
17:00 – 00:00
Check-in & overnight stay. Complete your hotel check-in and spend the evening relaxing. Get some rest to prepare for the Mount Ijen excursion.
Day 2: Mount Ijen – Tumpak Sewu
00:00 – 00:30
Wake-up & check-out preparation. Get ready for the overnight trekking adventure and check out of your hotel. A breakfast box will be provided for your journey.
00:30 – 01:30
Drive to Paltuding Basecamp. Travel by vehicle to Paltuding, the main trailhead for the Mount Ijen hike.
01:30 – 02:00
Coffee break & trekking briefing. Take a moment to enjoy a warm drink, prepare your hiking essentials, and receive safety instructions from your local guide.
02:00 – 04:00
Begin the Mount Ijen ascent. Start the uphill trek toward the crater, following your guide along the mountain trail.
04:00 – 05:00
Discover the Blue Fire. Explore the crater area for a chance to witness Ijen's extraordinary Blue Fire and, where access permits, observe traditional sulfur miners at work. The blue glow is visible only in darkness, and sightings depend on environmental conditions and safety regulations.
05:00 – 06:00
Trek toward the crater rim. Continue climbing toward the rim to reach a viewpoint overlooking the surrounding volcanic landscape.
06:00 – 07:00
Take in the turquoise lake panorama. Admire the distinctive blue-green waters of Ijen's acidic crater lake and enjoy the spectacular mountain scenery in the morning light.
07:00 – 08:30
Descend to Paltuding. Make your way back along the hiking trail to the basecamp.
08:30 – 09:30
Breakfast. Enjoy breakfast and take a short break after completing the trek.
09:30 – 16:00
Overland transfer to Tumpak Sewu. Leave the Ijen region and travel by road toward your accommodation near Tumpak Sewu Waterfall.
16:00 – 05:30
Hotel check-in & overnight rest. Arrive at your accommodation, complete the check-in process, and relax for the evening before the next day's waterfall excursion.
Day 3: Tumpak Sewu Waterfall – Bromo
05:30 – 06:00
Morning preparation & departure. Wake up, get ready for the day's exploration, and travel to the Tumpak Sewu Waterfall entrance.
06:00 – 09:30
Explore Tumpak Sewu & Goa Tetes (Drop Cave). Discover the dramatic cascades of Tumpak Sewu and explore Goa Tetes (Drop Cave) or other nearby highlights where access and conditions allow. Enjoy the scenery and capture memorable photographs with assistance from your local guide.
09:30 – 10:30
Breakfast. Return to your accommodation area and enjoy breakfast after the morning adventure.
10:30 – 11:30
Freshen up & prepare for check-out. Take time to shower, pack your belongings, and get ready to leave.
11:30 – 16:30
Drive to the Mount Bromo region. Continue your road journey through East Java toward the highlands surrounding Mount Bromo.
16:30 – 02:00
Hotel arrival & rest. Check in to your accommodation and enjoy some downtime. An early night's rest is recommended ahead of the pre-dawn sunrise trip.
Day 4: Bromo Sunrise – Drop off
02:00 – 02:30
Early wake-up & preparation. Get up and prepare for your Mount Bromo sunrise excursion.
02:30 – 03:30
4WD jeep ride to the sunrise viewpoint. Set off in a four-wheel-drive jeep and travel along the mountain roads toward the designated sunrise viewing location.
03:30 – 04:30
Coffee break before dawn. Enjoy a hot drink while waiting for the first light to appear over the volcanic landscape.
04:30 – 06:00
Witness the Bromo sunrise. Take in the changing colors of the sky and panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and caldera as the day begins.
06:00 – 07:00
Transfer to Mount Bromo's crater area. Continue by jeep across the vast Sea of Sand toward the designated parking area near the volcano.
07:00 – 08:30
Climb to the crater rim. Walk toward the crater viewpoint and observe Mount Bromo's active volcanic landscape, subject to current access and safety conditions.
08:30 – 09:30
Return to the hotel & breakfast. Head back to your accommodation for breakfast after the sunrise excursion.
09:30 – 10:30
Freshen up & check-out. Collect your belongings, prepare for the journey ahead, and complete the hotel check-out process.
10:30 – 16:30
Return transfer: Gilimanuk Harbor, or continue to Surabaya/Malang. For guests returning to Bali, depart from the Bromo region and travel by road to Gilimanuk Harbor (approximately six hours). For guests ending their trip in Surabaya/Malang/Yogyakarta, the ferry transfer is not required: take a direct road transfer from the Bromo area, estimated at around two hours, depending on the destination and traffic.
16:30 – 18:30
Ferry crossing back to Bali. Guests returning to Bali will board the ferry at Gilimanuk Harbor for the crossing over the Bali Strait.
18:30 – 23:30
Drive to your hotel in Bali. After arriving in Bali, continue by vehicle to your designated drop-off location. The final arrival time will depend on traffic and the distance to your accommodation.
- Friendly and professional English / Mandarin / Japanese speaking tour guide
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Private 4WD jeep
- Toll and parking charges
- All entrance fees
- Petrol / fuel
- Bottled water
- Tumpak Sewu local tour guide
- Ferry crossing (Gilimanuk – Ketapang)
- Breakfast 3x
- Hotel in Banyuwangi (1 night)
- Hotel in the Tumpak Sewu area (1 night)
- Hotel accommodation in Bromo area (Probolinggo City)
- Meals or snacks not mentioned in the itinerary
- Bromo horse riding
- Personal expenses
- Tips
- • Ijen trek difficulty: the Mount Ijen ascent is moderately to highly challenging, involving approximately 3 km of uphill walking and taking around 1.5–2.5 hours.
- • Bromo trek difficulty: the walk to Mount Bromo's crater is generally easy to moderate, taking roughly 40 minutes from the parking area, depending on your pace and trail conditions.
- • Tumpak Sewu trek difficulty: the trek to the waterfall is generally easy to moderate, taking roughly 40 minutes from the parking area to the main waterfall.
- • Schedule adjustments: the itinerary follows estimated timings. Traffic, ferry operations, weather, and on-site conditions may affect the actual schedule.
- • Special dietary needs: notify us ahead of time about food allergies, dietary restrictions, or specific meal requirements.
- • Guide contact: your tour guide will contact you before the day of your excursion to coordinate arrangements.
- • Alternative pick-up & drop-off: different meeting or return locations can be arranged upon request, subject to availability.
- • Weather preparation: mountain weather can change unexpectedly. Bring appropriate clothing and be prepared for changes in temperature, wind, or rainfall.
- • Physical readiness: make sure you are in suitable physical condition for all treks, particularly the uphill climb at Mount Ijen.
- • Punctuality: please arrive at your designated pick-up point at least 10 minutes before your scheduled departure.
- • The Blue Fire phenomenon is not guaranteed to be visible.
| Travelers | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 Traveler | $891 |
| 2 Travelers | $472 |
| 3 Travelers | $380 |
| 4 Travelers | $363 |
| 5 Travelers | $334 |
| 6 Travelers | $289 |
| 7 Travelers | $279 |
| 8 Travelers | $255 |
| 9 Travelers | $249 |
Prices on the table might change based on peak seasons or holiday periods.
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Price Breakdown
Mount Bromo Sunrise, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, Drop Cave, & Ijen Blue Fire Tour Package From Bali
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Fellow Travelers (Adults)
2 x USD 472
USD 944
Journey's Start
Bali
USD 0
Journey's End
Bali
USD 0
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English Speaking Tour Guide
USD 0
Adventure Bill
USD 944
≈ Rp 15.576.000
More traveler reviews
See all reviewsZoë
Our guide Alex picked us up at the hotel at 1 am together with the driver. The communication beforehand was clear and swift, so we were prepared well for the trip. Alex was very patient with us doing the hikes up to the viewpoint and later the Bromo crater. And over all wonderful company, he knows a lot about the area. 10/10 highly recommend!!
Sarah Mitchell
Our guide had us at the Bromo viewpoint before any of the tour buses arrived. Having the jeep to ourselves made the whole sunrise feel a lot less rushed.
Daniel Ochoa
Did the Ijen blue fire hike with just my partner and the guide. Steep and cold at 2am, but he paced it well and had masks ready for the sulfur smoke.
Priya Nair
Tumpak Sewu was the highlight of our trip. Pickup from Malang ran about 20 minutes late, but the driver kept us updated the whole time.
Tomás Ferreira
Booked the 4-day grand tour. Every vehicle swap and hotel change-over was handled without us having to think about it.
Hana Kobayashi
Solo traveler, was a bit nervous about a private tour, but it ended up being more comfortable than a group van. Guide answered questions in English easily.
Marcus Webb
Good value for a private trip. Would suggest packing warmer layers than the packing list mentions — Bromo before sunrise is properly cold.
Elena Petrova
Booked last minute for a 1-day Bromo trip and they still managed to arrange everything within a few hours. Jeep driver knew exactly where to stop for photos.




