Ijen

Witness the magical blue flames of the Ijen crater, a rare natural phenomenon found only in a few places on Earth. Embark on a midnight trek through lush forests, and be greeted by the mesmerizing turquoise sulfur lake at sunrise. This unforgettable adventure is a must for thrill-seekers and nature enthusiasts.

Things to Do in Ijen

Pre-dawn Blue Fire trek
Sunrise over the turquoise acid crater lake
Watch traditional sulfur miners
Continue to Bali via Ketapang Harbour

Best Time to Visit

April–October (dry season) gives the best chance of clear Blue Fire viewing.

Ijen Tour Packages

Sunrise

Bromo & Ijen Blue Fire Tour - 2 Days

2 Days / 1 Night

Explore the Wonders of Mount Bromo & Ijen's Blue Fire

From $100View Details

Trekking

Ijen Blue Fire Tour - 2 Days

2 Days / 1 Night

Discover the Mystical Blue Fire of Ijen Crater

From $99View Details

Beach

Ijen & Sukamade Beach Tour - 3 Days

3 Days / 2 Nights

Experience the Wonders of Ijen and Sukamade Beach: A 3-Day Adventure

From $158View Details

Guides & Stories about Ijen

July 16, 2026

Booking Direct vs Viator & GetYourGuide: What You Actually Pay for a Bromo–Ijen Tour

Marketplaces are convenient — but 20–30% of what you pay never reaches the people running your tour. Here is an honest breakdown of booking a Bromo or Ijen trip through an OTA versus directly with a local operator.

May 6, 2026

Java Volcano Trekking: Mount Ijen, Mount Semeru and Mount Merapi in 2026

Trek Java's most spectacular volcanoes — Ijen's blue fire, Semeru's summit, and Merapi's lava flows. A 2026 adventure guide for thrill-seekers.

February 3, 2026