Mount Ijen Sunrise Hike
From $150
Final price confirmed with your manager
The journey begins in the evening with a drive to Gilimanuk Port, a ferry crossing to Java, and a transfer to the Paltuding trailhead. After a safety briefing, you hike at night to the authorised viewpoint area on the crater rim. At sunrise, clear weather reveals the turquoise acidic lake, sulfur slopes, and volcanic landscape; along the way, you may see sulfur miners at work. Blue fire is a natural phenomenon and can be viewed only when conditions and the officially permitted route allow. After descending, the group returns to Bali by the same route. The manager will confirm the exact meeting points and times before departure.
- Night hike with a local guide
- Sunrise above the turquoise crater lake
- Sulfur slopes and volcanic scenery
- A chance to see the natural blue-fire phenomenon
- Travel from Bali and ferry crossing to Java
What you'll see
- Ijen Crater
- Turquoise acidic lake
- Blue fire
- Sulfur mining
- Sunrise over East Java
What's Included
- Return transfer from the confirmed meeting point in Bali
- Ferry tickets between Bali and Java
- East Java transfer to the trailhead
- Local hiking guide
- Entrance ticket to the Ijen nature area
- Individual respirator and flashlight for the hike
Not Included
- Hotel or villa transfer to the meeting point unless the manager confirms it is included
- Meals and drinks
- Additional expenses and warm-clothing rental
- Personal expenses and travel insurance that covers trekking
What to Bring
- Warm layered clothing and a hat
- Sturdy closed shoes with non-slip soles
- Drinking water and a light snack
- A raincoat during the rainy season
- Personal medication and a small travel pillow for the long drive
Good to Know
- Blue fire cannot be guaranteed: visibility depends on sulfur-gas activity, wind, weather, and current access restrictions
- Ijen is an active volcano, and authorities may close the route or change the permitted area without advance notice
- Do not descend toward the lake or sulfur source beyond the officially open area, and always follow the guide's instructions
- The night hike requires at least moderate fitness and takes place in cold, dark conditions near sulfur fumes
- Guests with respiratory or cardiovascular conditions, pregnancy, or other medical restrictions should consult a doctor and inform the manager in advance
- The trip includes overnight travel with little proper sleep; the respirator and flashlight must be returned to the guide after the hike
Cancellation policy
Cancellation and change terms are agreed individually for each booking and confirmed by your manager before you pay. We always do our best to help with changes and refunds, but cannot guarantee them, as they depend on the providers involved.