Open Trip Bali-Ijen-Bromo-Malang 3D/2N
Bali – Ijen – Bromo – Malang Open Trip
Experience the volcanic landscapes of East Java on an exciting 3-day, 2-night small-group adventure. Discover the dramatic Ijen Crater, experience the famous Bromo sunrise and explore the spectacular Tumpak Sewu Waterfall before finishing your journey in Malang.
Three Days of Volcanic Adventure
Your journey begins by crossing from Bali to East Java before continuing towards Banyuwangi and the Ijen highlands. The first night is designed around the early-morning Ijen experience, so travellers should be prepared for an active and early start.
After Ijen, continue towards the Bromo area for one of Indonesia's most iconic sunrise experiences. The journey then continues towards Lumajang to discover Tumpak Sewu, one of East Java's most impressive waterfalls, before finishing in Malang.
Journey Highlights
- Explore Ijen Crater and its dramatic volcanic landscape
- Experience the Blue Fire phenomenon, subject to local conditions
- Watch the sunrise over Mount Bromo
- Visit the spectacular Tumpak Sewu Waterfall
- Travel in a small-group open trip
- Weekday departures designed to avoid the busiest weekend periods
Small Group, Shared Adventure
This open trip is designed for travellers who enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds while sharing transportation, local guides and selected experiences. The group size is kept limited to provide a more comfortable experience on the road.
Choose Your Starting Point
Our East Java Open Trip can be arranged with different starting points, including Bali, Banyuwangi, Surabaya and Yogyakarta, depending on the selected departure and route. Meeting points and final drop-off locations will be confirmed before departure.
An Active Journey Through East Java
This is an active adventure involving late-night travel, early-morning departures, trekking and long-distance transfers. A reasonable level of physical fitness is recommended, and travellers should be prepared for an intensive travel schedule.
The sequence of activities may be adjusted according to local conditions, weather, volcanic activity, road conditions and the final travel schedule.
Availability
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Itinerary
Bali – Ijen – Bromo – Tumpak Sewu – Malang
A compact and active route combining East Java's major volcanic landscapes with shared travel and local guiding.
Crossing to East Java & Ijen Highlands
Meet your fellow travellers and trip team at the designated meeting point in Bali before continuing towards Gilimanuk and crossing the Bali Strait by ferry to Ketapang in East Java.
Continue by shared vehicle towards Banyuwangi and the Ijen highlands, passing changing coastal, plantation and mountain scenery along the way.
Arrive at your accommodation in the Ijen area, check in and rest early in preparation for the midnight trekking experience.
Ijen Crater Experience & Transfer to Bromo
Begin around midnight with a guided trek towards Ijen Crater. Depending on weather, volcanic activity and local regulations, there may be an opportunity to witness the Blue Fire phenomenon before sunrise.
Continue towards the crater rim as daylight reveals the dramatic volcanic landscape and turquoise crater lake. After descending, return to the base area for breakfast and a short rest.
Continue by shared vehicle towards the Bromo area, arriving in time to rest before the following morning's sunrise experience.
Bromo Sunrise, Tumpak Sewu & Malang
Wake early and travel by 4WD jeep to the Bromo sunrise viewpoint, where the first light spreads across the Tengger Caldera and the surrounding volcanic landscape.
Continue into the sea of sand and towards Mount Bromo crater before returning for breakfast and continuing towards Lumajang.
Visit Tumpak Sewu Waterfall and enjoy its spectacular viewpoint and surrounding scenery before continuing to Malang, where the open trip concludes.
Flexible According to Local Conditions
The sequence and timing of activities may change according to weather, volcanic activity, road conditions, ferry schedules and local regulations. The itinerary involves long transfers, trekking and very early starts, so travellers should be prepared for an intensive adventure.
Price Information
Bali – Ijen – Bromo – Malang
Join a small-group adventure through East Java with shared transportation, local guides and selected activities included throughout the journey.
Included in the Price
- Shared air-conditioned transportation throughout the itinerary
- Bali – East Java ferry crossing
- 2 nights shared accommodation
- Bromo sunrise experience by 4WD jeep
- Local guide for Ijen trekking
- Local guide support at Tumpak Sewu
- Applicable entrance fees according to the itinerary
- Ijen trekking support and safety equipment
- Driver and fuel
- Parking, tolls and standard operational expenses
- Daily mineral water
Not Included
- Meals unless specifically stated in the Meals section
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Personal trekking equipment
- Personal porter services
- Additional activities outside the itinerary
- Tips and personal gratuities
- Expenses resulting from delays, weather or circumstances beyond our control
Small Group Open Trip
The published rate is based on a shared open-trip arrangement. Departure dates are fixed in advance and places are subject to availability. The maximum group size is limited to 10 traveller's for a more comfortable experience.
Prices are subject to availability and may vary during peak periods, special holidays or when local entrance fees and operational costs change.
Accommodations
Accommodation
Accommodation is arranged for the two nights during the journey, providing convenient overnight stops in the Ijen and Bromo areas. Your accommodation in Malang can be arranged independently or with recommendations from Inn2Travel.
Kampung Joglo Ijen
Stay in the Ijen area after crossing from Bali and before the early-morning Ijen experience. Kampung Joglo Ijen provides a convenient base for an early start towards the crater.
Gubug Ndeso
After the Ijen experience and transfer towards Bromo, stay at Gubug Ndeso in the Bromo area. The location provides a practical base for the early-morning Bromo sunrise experience.
Your Choice of Accommodation
Accommodation in Malang is not included in the open-trip package, giving travellers the flexibility to choose where they would like to stay after the tour.
If you prefer assistance, Inn2Travel can provide accommodation recommendations according to your preferred location, comfort level and budget. Suggested options may include Eny's Guest House or Santika Premiere Malang.
Simple, Convenient & Adventure-Focused
The accommodation selected for this open trip is intended primarily as a comfortable and practical base between the main activities. Room allocation is subject to availability at the time of booking. If a listed property is unavailable, Inn2Travel may arrange an alternative accommodation of a similar standard.
2 nights included · Ijen & Bromo areas · Malang accommodation arranged independently