Ijen Package 2 Days / 1 Night (Overland starting from Bali)

Tour Itinerary:

Day 01: Denpasar - Banyuwangi - Ijen Resort (L, D)

Morning departure from your hotel in Bali. A private car whisks you along the island’s scenic west coast, a slice of the real Bali few tourist see. Stop for photos on some terraced rice fields, rustic villages, surging surf beaches during the two and a half hour drive to Gilimanuk. Short ferry crossing over the Strait to Java. Upon arrival proceed to a city tour in the small town of Banyuwangi, becak (pedi-cab) ride visiting the kampongs in the city, traditional market and a Chinese temple. End of the afternoon drive up to Ijen Resort and Villas, your luxurious accommodation, perched at the edge of the rainforest in the foothills of the volcanoes. Overnight in mountain tranquility.

Day 02: Ijen Resort - Ijen Crater - Denpasar (B, L)

After an early wake-up call and breakfast, a four wheel drive vehicle carries you through the rural villages, coffee and clove plantations and then into one of Java’s last rainforests. Humidity, wildlife, giant ferns and big trees cover the slope of the mountain. From the Park Ranger’s post starts the 90 minute hike to Ijen Crater, along a shady track with spectacular views. The stunning view is unveiled at 2883 meters altitude. The lake eerie color and smoke wafting from bright yellow sulfur deposits create the landscape both desolate, barren and vibrantly alive. Watching miners descend into the crater and re-emerge carrying up to 80 kilos of ore on bamboo basket along the treacherous path. Afterward walk down the mountain. Return to hotel for a rest or a plunge in the pool, before leaving for ferry to Bali. Arrive at your hotel in the early evening.