Nusantara Overland

Surabaya – Bromo & Ijen Overland Tour (3 Days 2 Nights)

3 Days 2 Nights Surabaya → Ijen → Bromo → Surabaya Physical level: Moderate Zero deposit

Our hero tour: Ijen blue fire and crater lake, then Mount Bromo sunrise by jeep — private vehicle, 2 nights with breakfast, local Ijen guide and photographer included.

Two of Indonesia’s most famous volcano experiences in one smooth, private trip: the blue fire and turquoise crater lake of Kawah Ijen, then the sunrise over Mount Bromo from the jeep viewpoints.

How hard is it?

Bromo is easy. Ijen is a moderate hike of roughly 2 to 3 hours, starting in the early hours of the morning. A reasonable level of fitness is recommended and you can go at your own pace. Ijen access depends on volcanic activity and can be restricted: your guide checks conditions and advises.

Itinerary

Day 1: Drive to Ijen

  1. MorningPick-up from your airport, hotel, train station or bus terminal
  2. MorningDrive to Ijen and check in (about 6 hours)

Day 2: Ijen blue fire, then Bromo

  1. 00:00 - 02:00Check-out and preparation for the Ijen hike (take-away breakfast pack)
  2. 02:00 - 07:00Kawah Ijen tour with your local guide (blue fire, crater lake)
  3. 07:00Back to the parking area
  4. After the hikeDrive to Bromo and check in (about 7 hours)

Day 3: Sunrise at Mount Bromo

  1. 02:00 - 09:00Jeep tour: sunrise viewpoint (Penanjakan 1, Seruni Point, Love Hill, King Kong Hill or Widodaren Hill), Sea of Sand, Bromo crater, Teletubbies Hill and Whispering Sand
  2. 09:00Back to the hotel
  3. 11:00Breakfast and check-out
  4. After breakfastReturn drive to Surabaya, Malang, the airport or your hotel (about 3 hours). Tour ends

Timings are indicative and may change with traffic, weather and national park conditions. The final plan is in your confirmation email.

Inclusions & exclusions

Included

  • Private transport with driver, fuel and parking
  • 2 nights hotel, guest house or cottage with breakfast
  • All entrance tickets
  • Bromo 4x4 jeep
  • Photographer and video of your Bromo visit
  • Gas mask for Ijen
  • Local Ijen guide
  • Mineral water

Not included

  • Flights to Surabaya
  • Meals (lunch and dinner)
  • Horse ride in Bromo (IDR 300,000 - 400,000, optional)
  • Ijen trolley taxi (IDR 1,500,000, optional)
  • Ijen medical check-up (IDR 50,000)
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance

Optional extras

  • Horse ride in Bromo: IDR 300,000 - 400,000
  • Trolley taxi on the Ijen trail: IDR 1,500,000
  • Medical check-up at Ijen: IDR 50,000

Example accommodation

One of the following (or similar), depending on availability:

  • Ijen: Riverside Homestay, Baratha Hotel & Resto, Ijen View Hotel Resort & Restaurant
  • Bromo: Gubuk Ndeso Homestay, Istana Bromo Resort, Fan Homestay, Bromo Otix

What to bring

  • Gloves
  • Warm jacket
  • Trekking shoes
  • Flashlight or headlamp
  • Rain coat
  • Personal medicines
  • Gas mask (a standard mask is included; bring your own respirator for extra protection if you have one)
  • Mask for Bromo dust

Good to know

  • Kawah Ijen is closed on the first Friday of every month. The Ijen hike starts after midnight on day 2, so if you would start on the first Thursday of a month we recommend our 4-day tour instead (Tumpak Sewu, Ijen & Bromo, 4 Days 3 Nights): with an extra day we can re-order the route around the closure.
  • Day 1 applies to flights arriving before 12:00.
  • If your flight leaves on day 3, choose a flight after 17:00.
  • Your private vehicle is matched to your group size (Toyota Avanza, Innova or Hiace). Drinking water: 1 bottle per day.
  • Rooms are twin-share (1 room for 2 guests).
  • Holiday season surcharge for accommodation: 18 December to 3 January.

Pay on arrival

You pay nothing when you book. Settle the tour fee with your driver on the pick-up day — cash (IDR or EUR) or credit card (a small card fee may apply).