3-Day Tumpak Sewu, Bromo & Ijen tour from Surabaya: Private

Three volcanic wonders and a waterfall, each one a different landscape

A private 3-day tour from Surabaya through East Java combines Tumpak Sewu waterfall, Mount Bromo's sunrise crater views by jeep, a hike to Ijen Crater's sulfur mines and turquoise lake, and a soak in a natural hot spring, ending with ferry passage to Bali. The itinerary moves at your pace with a private driver and English-speaking guide, two nights of accommodation, and all park entry fees included. Children from age 6 are welcome.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Surabaya to Malang via Tumpak Sewu

• Pickup from hotel in Surabaya at 7:00 am
• Drive 4 hours to Tumpak Sewu Waterfall
• Explore and photograph Tumpak Sewu Waterfall
• Optional hike to waterfall base
• Drive to Malang city
• Tour Malang city and visit local cafes
• Overnight stay at hotel in Malang

Day 2: Mount Bromo sunrise and hot spring

• Pickup from Malang at 12:30 am
• Drive 3 hours to Cemara Lawang village
• Jeep ride to Pananjakan Peak for sunrise
• Descend to sea of sand and hike Mount Bromo summit
• Return to Cemara Lawang for breakfast
• Drive to Bondowoso through coffee plantations
• Relax at Sempol hot spring
• Drive to hotel in Paltuding or Licin village
• Overnight stay at Bobo Cabin Paltuding

Day 3: Ijen crater hike and Bali transfer

• Start hike at 2:00 am with warm drink
• Hike 1.5 hours to Ijen Crater rim
• View turquoise crater lake and sulfur miners
• Stop at Licin village waterfall
• Ferry crossing to Bali
• Drop off at hotel in Bali

The experience

You start early (pickup at 7:00 am from your Surabaya hotel), and drive four hours through countryside to Tumpak Sewu, the waterfall locals call the Niagara of Indonesia. The walk down to the base is optional. Most travelers hike it to stand in front of the full drop surrounded by rock walls and green. After exploring, you continue to Malang, a hillside city with colonial architecture and cafes, where you spend your first night.

Day two begins at 12:30 am. A pre-dawn departure from Malang for the three-hour drive to Cemara Lawang village at Mount Bromo's rim. A private jeep takes you up to Pananjakan Peak, the highest viewpoint in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, where you watch the sunrise over the volcanic crater with warm tea in hand. You descend into the sea of sand, hike to Mount Bromo's summit for photos, then return to Cemara Lawang for breakfast. The afternoon brings a scenic drive through coffee plantations to Bondowoso, with a stop at a natural hot spring near the Ijen area before you reach your accommodation in Paltuding or Licin village.

The final day starts at 2:00 am. A 1.5-hour hike in darkness (masks provided) takes you to Ijen Crater's rim, where you'll see the turquoise sulfur lake and watch miners carrying heavy loads up from the volcano: a sight that stays with you. On the drive toward the ferry port, you can stop at a waterfall in Licin village for one last swim. The ferry crossing to Bali and hotel drop-off complete the journey.

What’s included

• Private transportation with driver and English-speaking guide.
• entrance fees to Tumpak Sewu, Bromo-Tengger-Semeru National Park, and Ijen Crater.
• two nights in private room accommodation.
• private jeep for the Mount Bromo sunrise tour.
• natural hot spring visit.
• ferry passage to Bali.
• masks for the Ijen hike.
• bottled water.
• hotel pickup in Surabaya and hotel drop-off in Bali.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (18 to 60 years) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be included in the booking

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Helios tour - Indonesia

Is this one for you?Choose this private tour if you want to move between three volcanic sites at your own pace (you control when to stop for photos, hike, or rest) rather than following a group's schedule.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Under 6: they can't be included in the booking.

What is Tumpak Sewu waterfall like when you get there?

Tumpak Sewu is a tall waterfall surrounded by steep rock walls and lush vegetation, known locally as the Niagara of Indonesia. The hike down to the base is optional but popular for photos and swimming in the pool below.

Do I really start Mount Bromo at midnight?

Yes, pickup in Malang is at 12:30 am. The three-hour drive gets you to Pananjakan Peak before dawn so you can watch the sunrise over the crater from the highest viewpoint in the national park, then descend to explore Mount Bromo itself as daylight comes.

What happens at Ijen Crater on the final day?

You hike for about 1.5 hours starting at 2:00 am to reach the crater rim. At the top, you see the turquoise sulfur lake and watch sulfur miners at work, a powerful sight. Masks are provided for the hike.

Is the hot spring included, and when do I visit it?

Yes, a natural hot spring stop is included on day two, in the afternoon after breakfast at Mount Bromo, as a relaxing break before you continue to your accommodation near Ijen.

Does the tour end in Bali?

Yes. After the Ijen hike and an optional waterfall stop in Licin village, you cross by ferry to Bali and are dropped at your hotel, completing the 3-day journey.

What's included in the price?

Private transportation and jeep; entrance fees for Tumpak Sewu, Mount Bromo National Park, and Ijen Crater; two nights of private room accommodation; an English-speaking driver and local guide; ferry to Bali; masks for the Ijen hike; and bottled water throughout.