Top Banyuwangi Day Trips

The Ijen volcano is one of the most impressive natural wonders in East Java, known for its otherworldly ‘blue fire’ which can only be seen at night. On this tour, set out at midnight to hike to the summit, then scramble down into the crater to marvel at the blue fire and meet the sulphur miners. Finally, climb up to the crater rim in time to watch the magnificent sunrise from the top.

It’s not possible to reach the Ijen Crater by public transportation and Java is no place to drive in the dark. Skip the expense of private tours on this no-frills small-group adventure, with pickup direct from your hotel. Leave after midnight, hike to the crater—guide, gas mask, and entrance fees are included—then trek back down. If the group agrees, you can also stop at a coffee plantation and a waterfall.