🚐 Evening Pick-Up & Departure (23:00 – 01:30)
Your adventure begins with a late-night pick-up between 11:00 PM – 12:00 AM from your accommodation in Banyuwangi City or surrounding areas. After gathering all guests, the driver will make a quick stop at a local health check clinic, where all participants are required to undergo a basic medical check (a local government requirement for Ijen visitors). The process is quick, done together as a group, and costs only IDR 35.000 per person, which you can pay directly to the driver after the check. Once completed, we’ll continue driving up to Paltuding Post, the starting point of the hike.
🎒 Arrival at Paltuding & Pre-Hike Preparation (01:30 – 02:00)
At Paltuding, your guide will give a short safety briefing, distribute your gas mask, headlamp, mineral water, and help you get ready for the trek. Take time to stretch and get used to the cool mountain air. Temperatures can drop at night, so be sure to bring a jacket or warm layers.
🥾 Hiking & Blue Fire Experience (02:00 – 05:00)
We’ll begin the 3 km night hike to the crater rim, surrounded by peaceful forest and starlit skies. Upon reaching the top, the guide will lead you down into the crater to witness the rare Blue Fire, a natural electric-blue flame caused by ignited sulfur gas. This phenomenon is truly unique and best seen before sunrise.
🌅 Sunrise at the Crater Rim (05:00 – 06:30)
After the Blue Fire, climb back to the rim to watch the sunrise over the Ijen crater lake, one of the most surreal landscapes in Indonesia. You’ll have time to enjoy the view, take photos, and soak in the fresh mountain air. Oxygen and first aid are available if needed.
🧭 Return Hike & Light Refreshments (06:30 – 08:00)
We’ll hike back to Paltuding Post, now lit by morning sun, giving you a fresh look at the trail. Once you arrive, please enjoy warm fried bananas that we served. There are lots of available food stalls nearby if you want to get some food and drinks to celebrate the end of your trek.
🚗 Return to Banyuwangi (08:00 – 09:00)
After a short rest, we’ll begin the drive back to your accommodation in Banyuwangi City, arriving around 09:00 AM. The rest of the day is yours to relax, nap, or continue exploring.
