If you were ever in doubt about Indonesia, East Java Indonesia has no shortage of incredibly scenic landscapes, volcanoes, temples, waterfalls, and loads of Javanese culture.
If you’re looking at an Indonesia map for the first time, Itโs easy to get overwhelmed. There are 7 main regions (Java, Kalimantan, Sumatra, Lesser Sunda Islands, Maluku, and Western New Guinea), With Java being the most populated island.
Java Indonesia consists of Central Java, West Java, and East Java where the โmust seeโ attractions (volcanoes, waterfalls, temples, etc.) are extensive! but in this article, Iโll focus on an East Java itinerary that will show you only the best the island has to offer in a 1-week itinerary AND some bonus destinations if you have a few more days to spare.
TRAVELIST TIP: If you’re starting your trip from Jakarta or West Java Indonesia, Indonesiaโs Central Java attractions should not be overlooked. We started in Yogyakarta. I love to travel in Central Java because it hosts the wonderful culturally rich city of Yogyakarta and is the perfect place to start your journey of the attractions in Java island Indonesia.
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In Yogyakarta, you will find two of the most coveted tourist destinations in Indonesia: Prambanan Temple and Borobudur Temple Java Indonesia. Both these monuments are UNESCO World Heritage sites and are vastly different in their structure and design.
HOW TO GET TO YOGYAKARTA
Yogyakarta is centrally located so getting there is easy with a variety of options via BUS, TRAIN & FLIGHT
Borobudur Temple Complex (Yogyakarta) – East Java Itinerary
Borobudur Central Java Indonesia is the LARGEST BUDDHIST TEMPLE IN THE WORLD! How interesting that in a vast majority Muslim country, youโd find the largest Buddhist monument in the world! It just shows you the cultural diversity of Java as well as the beauty of different religions living in unison in the country.
The sheer size of the temple Borobudur Java Indonesia is a sight to behold. One can effortlessly spend a good 3 to 4 hours walking the grounds and ascending the tiers to finally reach the stupas. As this infamous tourist spot in Indonesia is extremely popular, there is the option to visit for a Borobudur sunrise tour or during regular hours.
The sunrise tour affords you the ability to see the sun rising over the Borobudur compounds which is great for photography purposes. It’s a super early start especially if you arenโt staying near the temples.
Prambanan Temple
The island of Java Indonesia also hosts an equally beautiful Hindu masterpiece, Prambanan, which was also awarded UNESCO World Heritage status.
Characterized by spine-like features, unlike Borobudur, Prambanan temple suffered more significant wrath from the Mount Merapi volcano, as you will still see rubble and debris of the ancient stone yet to be restored to Prambanan temple.
TRAVELIST TIP: If you’re short on time, Both these temples can be visited on the same day, especially if you are doing a Borobudur at sunrise, Java Indonesia is incredibly hot so sunrise is a brilliant option to escape the humidity of the afternoon. Prambanan temple is also favoured to be visited from late afternoon into early evening for sunset.
There are 3 main options for travelling around Java and Yogyakarta specifically: Taxi, hire a driver/car or bike, or use a tour company. u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eUSE a TOUR COMPANY (MY TOP PICK): u003c/strongu003eThe even more effortless option is to use au003cstrongu003e tour company u003c/strongu003e(and is my recommendation). There are plenty of affordable u003ca href=u0022https://www.viator.com/Yogyakarta/d22560-ttd?pid=P00074232u0026amp;mcid=42383u0026amp;medium=linku0026amp;medium_version=selectoru0026amp;campaign=east-java-itu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener nofollow sponsoredu0022u003etour optionsu003c/au003eย that literally takes all the hassle and fuss out of navigating and travelling to these stunning locales.u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eHire a car and driver: u003c/strongu003e(2ND PICK) Having a car and driver literally gives you the flexibility to do everything on your own time and without any schedule. u003eu003e Check out availabilityu003cbru003eu003cbru003eTheu003cstrongu003e taxi optionu003c/strongu003e is as simple as ordering an UBER, In Indonesia, itโs called GRAB. u003cbru003eu003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eHiring a motorcycle u003c/strongu003eis only for those who have experience riding a motorcycle in Southeast Asia. The traffic is insane, and the other motorcycle drivers donโt follow the rules of the road, so If you donโt have this experience under your belt. You obviously need to have a driver’s licence and u003cstrongu003eMake sure you also have INCREDIBLE TRAVEL INSURANCE. u003c/strongu003e
Can I see both temples in one day or over two days?
I donโt have a preference here because I suggest doing Borobudur at Sunrise and Prambanan at sunset, so they could be done on the same day or separate days, but there is plenty more to see in Yogyakarta so I suggest spending at least two days in the city.
Where should I stay in Yogyakarta?
There are plenty of hotels to choose from in Yogyakarta. These are some of my u003cstrongu003eu003cstrongu003erecommendedu003c/strongu003eu003c/strongu003e picks in the city centre: u003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=746720u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eGreenhost Boutique hotelu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=48671u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eThe Phoenix Hotelu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=291636u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eGrand Astonu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=409746u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eHotel Tentremu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=638937u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eThe 101 Yogyakarta Tugu Hotelu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e
From Central Java, Itโs time to make your way to Jawa Timur Indonesia (East Java province in Bahasa Indonesian)
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE: We opted to use a train from Yogyakarta to Surabaya and had a tour company fetch us from Surabaya train station. Our East Java road trip began and ended in Surabaya, but depending on where you’re staying will determine your route.
HOW TO GET TO SURABAYA
Iโd recommend it by train or flight. The train tickets may take longer, but they are comfortable and cost-effective. I did however notice that if you book flights early enough in Indonesia, youโll find great deals, and there is also the option to grab a flight that costs the same as a first-class train ticket. We chose Surabaya because it was a larger city and had more travel options compared to East Java Malang.
โก๏ธ Check out this East Java Map ๐บ๏ธto see where weโre heading
Day 4: Madakaripura Waterfall
Madakaripura Waterfall – East Java Itinerary
Iโve truly never seen a waterfall anything like it. Madakaripura Waterfall East Java Indonesia is atowering waterfall that creates a beautiful curtain of mist and enriches the ever-growing moss of the cavernous rock face.
It was one of the most enchanting places Iโve ever seen. The walk into visiting Madakaripura is an easy journey but if you hadnโt researched it before, you have no idea what to expect and I still feel typing these words I cannot do it justice.
It took my breath away!
You will get wet, but who cares when youโre in this magical place? This unusual Malang waterfall created some incredible vertical panoramic shots. The walk through the cleared jungle path was also delightful.
TRAVELIST TIP: So as you can see in the picture above, we’re in raincoats/ponchos. we actually weren’t as prepared for what to wear before we reached the destination. But there were plenty of vendors, selling, umbrellas, swimwear, raincoats etc. on the path to the waterfall so if you’re not keen to get super soaked – support the local vendors on route
From Madakaripura Waterfall to Mount Bromo location is quite a drive, but itโs interesting to ride through the East Java island countryside. Youโll also note a significant temperature drop as you ascend to the higher elevation.
After visiting Madakaripura waterfall you will drive to the visit of Cemoro Lawang which is the closest village to Mount Bromo. There are a number of hotels, hostels, and homestays in the area and I highly suggest staying as close to the entrance to the Bromo National Park entrance as possible because again this is one of the most famous places in Indonesia to visit some there will be plenty of locals too that have made the journey to visit this spectacular natural wonder!
Day 5: Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo Volcano – East Java Itinerary
Mount Bromoat sunrise along with the climb up to the crater rim was ultimately the travel experience that inspired me to take the risk and embrace my passion for travelling and start this blog.
That is how memorable visiting Mount Bromo is.
Iโve yet to find a person who can disagree with that statement. If this is the first time youโll be visiting an active volcano youโll realise how bucket list-worthy this moment is.
Visiting Mount Bromo for sunrise is one of the most popular East Java attractions. The Bromo sunrise is best seen from Mount Penanjakan and then after sunrise, you head to Mount Bromo itself and take a short hike (walk up a series of stairs and across a sea of sand/ash) to the crater rim.
At the crater rim, you can literally see the smoke coming off the sulfur and it’s pretty safe. This is truly one of my favourite volcanoes in Java Indonesia.
After summiting the crater, the tour guides will drop you off at your accommodation to shower and refresh, grab some breakfast (since it’s still breakfast time), and then you’ll head off to your next destination.
Most certainly yes, this is definitely u003cstrongu003enothing like a true hike or scaling a mountainu003c/strongu003e. Itโs u003cstrongu003eliterally just walking across some sand and then up some stairsu003c/strongu003e, Itโs not even a full day trip you u003cstrongu003eonly need half the day to view sunrise and climb up to the crater rim. ย u003c/strongu003e
Is Mount Bromo East Java volcano dangerous?
I would not consider Mount Bromo to be dangerous. There is no technical climbing involved. I would suggest you keep up to date with the volcanic activity leading up to your trip. This can be monitored at the u003ca href=u0022https://www.volcanodiscovery.com/bromo/news.htmlu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener nofollowu0022u003eVolcano Discovery websiteu003c/au003e
Where should I stay near Mount Bromo Java Indonesia?
I would recommend staying in Cemoro Lawang, Probolinggo, Java Indonesia. The reason for this is because youโll be closest to the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park entrance, so you will be one of the firsts to get to the sunrise viewpoint. These are my recommended accommodations in Probolinggo East Java Indonesia: u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=1254491u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eHotel Jiwa Javau003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=860712u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eHotel Java Banana Bromo Resortu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=305188u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eCemara Indahu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=7701798u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eCafe Lava Hostel,u003c/au003e
As you can see Java has no shortage of natural beauty. Possibly the most famous East Java waterfall is Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Indonesia, but just in its immediate vicinity is Goa Tetes waterfall, and a few kilometres away youโll find Kapas Biru Waterfall.
Tumpak Sewu is an incredible mammoth 120 m tall waterfall in an amphitheatre-style rockface cascading down into the gauge. It’s beautiful to see from two viewpoints.
The panoramic view is easily accessible and only a few metres from the entrance, then you descend into the gorge which is a bit more of a treacherous journey. The path involves walking down some make-shift mud stairs and handrails made of not-very-sturdy bamboo so Iโd strongly suggest you wear some grip sandals or aqua boots.
When you do reach the bottom it’s a great scene and there is a constant mist in the air which creates a simply magical atmosphere. This is truly one of my favourite East Java Indonesia waterfalls.
Just left to the turn of reaching the gorge of Tumpak Sewu waterfall East Java Indonesia is the short path to Goa Tetes waterfall. It’s a lovely bonus and even more so because you can stand under these smaller gushing falls which is incredibly refreshing!
Goa Tetes Waterfall
Just another 5.5 km away is a third beautiful waterfall called Kapas Biru. It’s also not the easiest path to walk through to get to but if you have a bit of extra time, it’s worth a visit.
Kapas Biru Waterfall
These waterfalls are high up on our list of East Java destinations which truly proves that the Indonesian Island East of Java has a lot on offer.
Day 7: Kawah Ijen Crater
Mount Ijen Volcanic Crater Lake
Another of the highly recommended things to do in East Java is Kawah Ijen Crater. Itโs certainly one of my East Java highlights. We arrived in Bondowoso at 17:00 and left for Kawah Ijen Crater at 23:30 that same evening.
Why those crazy arrival and departure times?
Well for many visiting this unique destination, you have to be up at the crater edge at a particular time (the early dark hours of the morning before dawn) to view the infamous Ijen East Java blue fire flames.
Kawah Ijen East Java Indonesia is literally one of the few places in the entire world where youโll be able to see this phenomenon. So when I say this is once in a lifetime, I mean it! There is a very small likelihood that you will see this in your lifetime.
The ascent again, one wouldnโt typically term a hike, but a very steep dark walk. It pretty much is paved the entire way up, but you really donโt realize how steep it is when youโre walking in the dark. I consider myself relatively fit and I was quite happy to stop a good few times to catch my breath whilst walking up to Kawah Ijen Volcano java Indonesia.
Mount Ijen blue fire only visible in the early hours of the morning
When you reach the top, it’s still pitch dark and thatโs when it’s time to see the blue flames. The flames are produced due to the gases produced from the sulfur catching alight means that there is no guarantee that on your trip you will get to see it unfortunately and it will also never be consistent on what the size of the flames will be at Mt Ijen East Java
We did manage to see some flames but they were small. It was still incredible, but gosh it was quite windy up there, and it is icy cold. Then there is the wait till sunrise, but youโll find a number of guides that make small campfires in and around the crater rim (although you donโt realise where the crater is because it’s still pitch dark).
I clung to the campfires as if my life depended on it, I had to be peeled away to go to the sunrise cliff face to actually watch it. But on that point, when the light starts to uncover the surroundings, your jaw will drop.
Throughout the darkness, you literally have no idea what has been behind you the entire time. A monumental turquoise sulfuric lake. It is an overwhelming presence once you see it! It’s also the largest sulfuric lake in the world – should you need more convincing on why you need to visit. This definitely needs to be on the list of places to visit in East Java.
FAQ: Kawah Ijen Crater
Should I stay in Bondowoso or Banyuwangi East Java indonesia?
This totally depends on you or your tour company. I did not mind staying in Bondowoso, but only realised after that Banyuwangi was slightly closer which means I couldโve slept a bit longer. Either option still involves waking up extremely early.ย ย ย
Is Kawah Ijen worth visiting?
Most definitely yes! Itโs definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience to see the blue fire.ย
Should I start my East Java trip at Kawah Ijen if I’m in Bali?
This makes the most sense logistically because itโs the closest destination in East Java to Bali. There are also plenty of tours that start from Bali and explore East Java with the first stop being Kawah Ijen.
Do I have to be fit to climb Mount Ijen?
I donโt think you need to be a regular gym-goer to visit Kawah Ijen. The walk up to the crater rim is very steep, but you can do this at your own pace and the surface is paved and clear.ย
Where should I stay near Kawah Ijen?
There are options to stay in Banyuwangi or Bondowoso. These are my recommended accommodation options for Kawah Ijen: u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=251875u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eIjen View Hotelu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=240589u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eIjen Resort and Villas Banyuwangiu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=804985u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eIjen Cliff Resortu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=6887154u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eGrand Padis Hotelu003c/au003e, u003ca href=u0022https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1u0026amp;cid=1842499u0026amp;hid=1239381u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollowu0022u003eMi Casa Guesthouse Banyuwangiu003c/au003e
Now if you want to stop here, the above is a great 1 week East Java itinerary. However, there are still plenty of East Java points of interest that I haven’t mentioned.
There are plenty more East Java tourist attractions as well as some undiscovered gems.
GETTING BACK TO SURABAYA: From Kawah Ijen, you can drive back to Surabaya and take a train or flight back to Jakarta/Bali and back to your home. The other option which is fairly popular is to take a ferry at Ketapang port to Bali to start your island-hopping journey.
If you want to continue seeing what East Java has to offer whilst you make your way back to Malang or Surabaya let’s add a couple more days so you check out some other highlights below:
East Java Bonus Destinations
Pulau Merah (Red Island Beach)
Not as well known as the other attractions in East Java, but definitely a photo-worthy moment. The sand has a pinkish-red hue to it, similar to what you would see on Pink Beach in Komodo Islands National Park.
Itโs a great place to relax on the beach, but also has the option to stay overnight. It’s a very good surfing destination (so Iโm told). The beach can be reached by car or motorbike from Banyuwangi and is approximately 60 km away.
Tanjung Papuma (Papuma Beach)
This is a gorgeous little gem tucked in on the southern coastlines of East Java. What makes this beautiful beach worth a visit is its iconic islets. The waters are a stunning crystal blue which reminded me of the Philippines along with the beautiful colourful boats littered along the shores waiting to eagerly take you out and about among the rocky islets.
It’s a popular beach and does not lend itself to much privacy but the backdrop is wonderful for laying on the beach enjoying a festive atmosphere with plenty of stalls and restaurants to cater to patrons.
Kabut Pelangi Waterfall
Another waterfall? Could one ever tire of these? NEVER!
Honestly, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to these as far as Indonesian attractions are concerned. The name loosely translates as rainbow mist waterfall. The trek to the waterfall is not as easily marked and distinct as that for Madakaripura and Tumpak Sewu.
It’s not technically difficult either but may take some time to reach the main waterfall, as you will pass smaller ones before you get there, but donโt be fooled, you need to trek on! Extremely photogenic and a must if you have a few more days to play with in Java
Jordipan Colourful Rainbow Village
As far as Instagram is concerned, this is truly picture perfect! If youโre in East Java Malang you need to make sure you check out this stunning gem within the city which bursts with literally all the colours of the rainbow.
This area of Malang is what was once a โslum areaโ but a group of students took on an assignment to bring the village back to life through colour. Their efforts were incredibly successful in turning this village into a bustling tourist attraction for locals and foreigners alike!
The village is divided into two sections separated by a river, it costs ONLY IDR 3000 to enter (approximately 0.21 USD) to enter either side. On the other side of the river is the Blue Village (a village completely painted all blue) called Kampung Biru Arema.
TRAVELIST TIP: Some of the other places not listed in the 1 week East Java Itinerary could possibly be added in during the one week but it would be a push. It would involve literally no rest and this itinerary already is quite packed. Iโd strongly suggest rather visiting these other places on your way back from Kawah Ijen to Malang or Surabaya East Java Indonesia. If you are headed to Bali after Kawah Ijen, then you may need to re-think the order of your activities.
Discuss with a tour guide and driver because the locals know their lands and roads best and will offer you the best solution to make sure you get to see all these attractions in Indonesiaโs East Java.
East Java itinerary FAQ
Best time to visit East Java?
I recommend visiting just out of the rainy season which is the end of April beginning of May. Indonesia has two seasons Wet season from November to mid-April and Dry season from End of April to November.
What are the East Java cities?
Surabaya, Malang, Probolinggo, Bondowoso, Banyuwangi, Jember and Lumajang. The u003cstrongu003emajor citiesu003c/strongu003e are u003cstrongu003eSurabaya and Malangu003c/strongu003e with u003cstrongu003eairports and more train optionu003c/strongu003es. ย ย
What is time in East Java?
Indonesia has 3 time zones. East java time is the same as Jakarta (GMT+7). ย
u003cstrongu003eu003ca href=u0022https://thecuratedtravelist.com/tag/baliu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eBaliu003c/au003eu003c/strongu003e is sometimes the destination where travellers are starting instead of Jakarta. I would then opt to do the above list in reverse order by starting with Kawah Ijen and ending with Yogyakarta. If not, you can get to Yogyakarta from Bali in two ways. u003cbru003eu003cstrongu003eOption 1: Fly from Bali to Yogyakartau003cbru003eOption 2: Bali to Yogyakarta train journeyu003c/strongu003e. This will involve a u003cstrongu003eferry and train optionu003c/strongu003e. In Bali head to Gilimanuk Port, Take the Ferry to Ketapang, the train station is a short walk away, then take the train to Banyuwangi station. From here you can u003cemu003ehead to Mount Ijen with a tour companyu003c/emu003e or u003cstrongu003ehead to Yogyakartau003c/strongu003e by train which is a 12-hour journey.
Can I see Indonesia in one week?
It’s a hard no, from me. However, if you’re u003cstrongu003eshort on timeu003c/strongu003e the u003cstrongu003eIndonesia Travel Itinerary 1 week East Javau003c/strongu003e option is a good one for a u003cstrongu003ediversity of sights. u003c/strongu003eUnfortunately, Itโsu003cemu003e pretty much impossible to cram all of Indonesia into one weeku003c/emu003e. There are over 17 000+ islands that make up the country so u003cstrongu003eyouโd need months to see the whole of Indonesiau003c/strongu003e. u003cstrongu003eIn one week you can probably just visit u003ca href=u0022https://thecuratedtravelist.com/tag/east-javau0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eEast Javau003c/au003e or u003ca href=u0022https://thecuratedtravelist.com/tag/baliu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eBaliu003c/au003e and u003ca href=u0022https://www.thecuratedtravelist.com/day-trip-nusa-penida-bali/u0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noreferrer noopeneru0022u003eNusa Islandsu003c/au003e.u003c/strongu003e
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ARE YOU INSPIRED BY THIS EAST JAVA TRAVEL GUIDE?
Excited to visit East Java or have you visited already? Iโd love to hear from you. Any places you think should be added to the list? Comment in the section below!
2 thoughts on “Wonderful 1 Week East Java Itinerary: Temples, Volcanoes and Waterfalls”
Found this very useful! Do you think I can drive to these places myself and do I need a tour guide for each place? If so how do I go about getting one (without pre booking online) is it easy just showing up and getting a local guide? Thanks so much
Hi Keaton! So glad that you found the article useful ๐ I’d certainly say for the waterfalls getting a guide on-site is pretty easy (literally can request at the ticket office). For the Mout Bromo and KAwah Ijen, I would probably suggest getting hold of someone in the city the night before (maybe by asking at the local hotel etc.) I think its a bit trickier for those hikes as they happen super early in the morning so best to have someone prepared to meet you either at your hotel or at the entrance. Hope that helps?
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Found this very useful! Do you think I can drive to these places myself and do I need a tour guide for each place? If so how do I go about getting one (without pre booking online) is it easy just showing up and getting a local guide? Thanks so much
Hi Keaton! So glad that you found the article useful ๐ I’d certainly say for the waterfalls getting a guide on-site is pretty easy (literally can request at the ticket office). For the Mout Bromo and KAwah Ijen, I would probably suggest getting hold of someone in the city the night before (maybe by asking at the local hotel etc.) I think its a bit trickier for those hikes as they happen super early in the morning so best to have someone prepared to meet you either at your hotel or at the entrance. Hope that helps?