1 Day Mount Ijen Blue Fire Tour from Banyuwangi
Witness the World’s Only Blue Fire Phenomenon on an Unforgettable Midnight Trek
🔥 Tour Highlights
- 🌌 Midnight hike to witness the rare blue flame phenomenon
- 💪 Easy-to-moderate trek with professional local guides
- 🌄 Sunrise over the turquoise acid crater lake
- 🧑🏭 Close encounter with traditional sulfur miners
- 🛻 Hassle-free hotel pickup & drop-off from Banyuwangi
📍 Tour Overview
Join our 1-day guided adventure to Mount Ijen, departing from Banyuwangi in East Java. This midnight expedition offers the rare chance to see the legendary blue fire, visible only at a handful of volcanic sites worldwide — and Ijen is the most famous. You’ll trek through the dark under the stars, descend into the crater, and witness an otherworldly landscape of fire, sulfur, and steam, followed by a stunning sunrise over the world’s largest acidic crater lake.
⏰ Itinerary
- 00:00 – Pickup from your hotel in Banyuwangi
Our driver and guide will pick you up from your hotel. Sit back and relax on the ride to Paltuding basecamp. - 01:30 – Arrive at Paltuding (Ijen basecamp), receive your gas mask and headlamp for safety, and get a short briefing from our guide.
- 02:00 – Start hiking to Mount Ijen crater (3 km / ~1.5 hours). Begin your scenic night trek through a moderately steep trail surrounded by lush forest.
- 03:30 – Blue Fire Viewing Descend into the crater with your guide to safely observe the mesmerising blue fire—a natural sulfuric gas flame that glows electric blue in the dark.
- 05:00 – Sunrise over the Crater Lake. From the crater rim, enjoy a breathtaking view of the turquoise acid lake, surrounded by volcanic cliffs and clouds of steam.
- 06:30 – Return to base camp. Trek back to Paltuding for a well-earned rest.
- 08:00 – Drive back to Banyuwangi. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel around
- 09:00 AM with unforgettable memories.
✅ Price details
- 1 Pax 975.000 / pax
- 2 pax 712.000 / pax
- 3 pax 620.000 / pax
- 4 pax 595.000 / pax
- 5 pax 586.000 / pax
✅ Tour Includes
- Private air-conditioned transportation
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (Banyuwangi area)
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Gas mask and headlamp rental
- Entrance ticket to Mount Ijen
- Bottled water
❌ Not Included
- Meals and personal expenses
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Travel insurance
🎒 What to Bring
- Comfortable trekking shoes
- Warm jacket (temperatures can be 5–10°C)
- Small backpack
- Snacks and extra water
- Camera (Blue Fire looks stunning in photos!)
- Respectful attitude toward nature and local miners
📍 Meeting Point
Hotel pickup in Banyuwangi city or the Ketapang Harbour area.
Custom pickup points available on request.
🤔 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the blue fire visible all year?
A: Yes, but it’s best during the dry season (April–October) and when skies are clear.
Q: Is this tour suitable for beginners?
A: Absolutely. The trek is 3 km one way and manageable for most people with basic fitness.
Q: Can I do this tour from Bali?
A: Yes! See our 2-Day Ijen Tour from Bali for a complete experience, including ferry and hotel.
🌟 Why Travellers Love It
“Unreal experience! The blue fire was unlike anything I’ve seen. Our guide was knowledgeable and made sure we were safe throughout. A must-do in Java!”
— Rachel L., USA
✅ Book Your Ijen Blue Fire Tour Today
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