WHAT IS IJEN PLATEAU?
Ijen Plateau is another name of Ijen Crater / Mount Ijen / Kawah Ijen, it’s an active volcano located in Banyuwangi Town, East Java. The volcano is a kind of lake volcano who has a beautiful turquoise color at the lake. It has also very high acidity at the lake, about 0,5 Ph, so it’s very dangerous but also beautiful.
Beside the beauty of the lake, there is also the natural phenomenon of Blue Fire a.k.a Blue Flame. It’s a blue flame that comes from the Sulphur mining area, but it only can be seen in the darkness and it’s also only 2 in the world, in Ethiopia and Ijen Plateau, Indonesia. So, it’s very special.
HOW TO GET TO IJEN PLATEAU?
To get here, you must stay overnight in Banyuwangi town. There are some hotels and homestay based on your budget. Then, we will start at about 00:30 am from Banyuwangi town. The Ijen Plateau Park is opened at 2 am in the morning. So we can leave at midnight from Banyuwangi Town.
You can check on our itinerary for the detail of the trip and also the price.
Trip Info
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Pick up service from & transfer out back to your Hotel in Banyuwangi
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Land transportation with driver and fuel during the trip
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Entrance fee in Ijen Crater
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English speaking guide
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12
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Overview
WHAT IS IJEN PLATEAU?
Ijen Plateau is another name of Ijen Crater / Mount Ijen / Kawah Ijen, it’s an active volcano located in Banyuwangi Town, East Java.
The volcano is a kind of lake volcano who has a beautiful turquoise color at the lake. It has also very high acidity at the lake, about 0,5 Ph, so it’s very dangerous but also beautiful.
Beside the beauty of the lake, there is also the natural phenomenon of Blue Fire a.k.a Blue Flame. It’s a blue flame that comes from the Sulphur mining area, but it only can be seen in the darkness and it’s also only 2 in the world, in Ethiopia and Ijen Plateau, Indonesia. So, it’s very special.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
The temperature at Ijen Plateau approximately is about +10 to +13 degrees during the sunrise time and it will be colder when it’s windy.
We highly recommend you to think about your own comfort in advance.
- The things that you should bring during the ijen plateu trip:
- – a pair of a good walkable shoes; trekking shoes, running shoes, hiking shoes
- – Warm clothes (long pants, scarf, jacket, some type of hoody)
- – a raincoat and wet tissues (you can buy during our stops at gas stations or minimart)
- – a cap or a hat
- – a small backpack to carry items up the volcano;
- – a personal ID card (or copy)
- – Tripod and more battery (when you need it)
- – Power bank
Important things that you must read before you book the ijen plateu tour:
– Your insurance for this tour is on your own responsibility.
– This is a private tour/activity. So, it will be just you and your group on this trip
– Not recommended for travelers with back problems
– Not recommended for pregnant travelers
– No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
HOW TO GET TO IJEN PLATEAU?
To get here, you must stay overnight in Banyuwangi town. There are some hotels and homestay based on your budget. Then, we will start at about 00:30 am from Banyuwangi town.
The Ijen Plateau Park is opened at 2 am in the morning. So we can leave at midnight from Banyuwangi Town.
You can check on our itinerary for the detail of the ijen plateu trip and also the price.
Highlights
- Witness the Rare Blue Flames: Experience the mesmerizing blue fire, a natural wonder unique to Ijen Crater.
- Explore the Turquoise Crater Lake: Marvel at the stunning acidic lake illuminated by the morning light.
- Nighttime Trekking Adventure: Begin your journey under a canopy of stars for an unforgettable hike.
- Sulfur Mining Insights: Observe the resilience of local miners extracting sulfur in challenging conditions.
- Breathtaking Plateau Views: Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Ijen Plateau, surrounded by lush landscapes.
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