Bandung Day Trip: Kawah Putih Crater & Hot Springs

The Rengganis Suspension Bridge is one of the longest in Southeast Asia, strung above a geothermal valley.

A day trip from Jakarta to Bandung's Ciwidey Highlands, visiting Kawah Putih volcanic crater lake, crossing the Rengganis Suspension Bridge, and exploring natural hot springs at Kawah Rengganis. The itinerary includes stops at Glamping Lakeside Rancabali overlooking Situ Patenggang Lake and a walk through the Rancabali Tea Plantation, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and air-conditioned transport included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Ciwidey Highlands attractions

• Pick up from hotel in Jakarta or Bandung
• Travel to Kawah Putih volcanic crater lake
• Visit Kawah Putih and enjoy views
• Continue to Kawah Rengganis suspension bridge
• Cross Rengganis Suspension Bridge
• Explore Kawah Rengganis hot springs
• Have lunch at Glamping Lakeside Rancabali
• Explore Glamping Lakeside and lake views
• Visit Rancabali Tea Plantation
• Return to Jakarta or Bandung

The experience

The drive from Jakarta takes you into the mountains south of Bandung, climbing to Kawah Putih at 2,434 meters above sea level. The volcanic crater lake sits in a misty bowl, its water milky turquoise from mineral deposits, and the air cools noticeably as you arrive. You walk around the crater rim and down to the water's edge, where the otherworldly color and the quiet of the highlands make it feel removed from the city entirely.

From there, the tour moves to Kawah Rengganis and the Rengganis Suspension Bridge, one of the longest in Southeast Asia. You cross it on foot, suspended above the forest canopy and the geothermal valley below, with views that stretch across the ridges. Once across, you can experience the natural hot springs and geothermal steam at Kawah Rengganis, where the landscape itself is still actively shaping itself. Lunch happens at your own cost at Glamping Lakeside Rancabali, which sits on the shore of Situ Patenggang Lake with the Pinisi Restaurant serving as the focal point. You have time to walk the lakeside, photograph the water and mountains, and absorb the mountain quiet.

The final stop is the Rancabali Tea Plantation, where endless rows of emerald-green tea bushes cover the hillsides. You walk through the fields, and the scale of the plantation and the precision of the rows make it clear why this landscape is one of West Java's most photographed. The return to Jakarta or Bandung follows, with the drive giving you time to rest after a full day of climbing, crossing, soaking, and walking.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle with private transportation.
• English-speaking guide.
• entrance fees to all attractions.

Options for this experience

2 options

Starting point: Bandung cityGuide in English · 08:30Private tour: hotel pickup, then White Crater, Glamping Lakeside, Strawberry Farm and Tea Plantation, returning to the hotel. Entrance fees and a tour guide are included; pickup is included.

Starting point: Jakarta cityGuide in English · 06:30Private tour: hotel pickup, then White Crater, Glamping Lakeside, Strawberry Farm and Tea Plantation, returning to the hotel. Entrance fees and a tour guide are included; pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 06:30 and 08:30

AgesAdult (12 to 80 years) · Child (6 to 11 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Indo Trip

Is this one for you?Choose the Jakarta departure if you are staying in the capital and want to avoid arranging your own transport to the highlands. Choose the Bandung departure if you are already in the city and prefer a shorter drive to the Ciwidey Highlands. The 13-hour duration means you leave early and return in the evening, so plan your hotel checkout or arrival accordingly.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 11 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is Kawah Putih and why is the water that color?

Kawah Putih is a volcanic crater lake at 2,434 meters above sea level in the Ciwidey Highlands. The milky turquoise water comes from mineral deposits in the crater, giving it an otherworldly appearance that makes it one of West Java's most distinctive natural sites.

Can I actually walk across the Rengganis Suspension Bridge, or is it just a viewing point?

You cross the Rengganis Suspension Bridge on foot as part of the tour. It is one of the longest suspension bridges in Southeast Asia, and crossing it takes you above the forest canopy and the geothermal valley, with panoramic views across the ridges.

What do the natural hot springs at Kawah Rengganis involve?

After crossing the bridge, you can experience the natural hot springs and geothermal steam at Kawah Rengganis. The site is geothermally active, so you encounter both the warm water and the steam rising from the valley floor.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included and is at your own cost. The tour stops at Glamping Lakeside Rancabali, which overlooks Situ Patenggang Lake and has the Pinishi Restaurant on-site, so you can eat there or bring your own food.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

The tour includes walking around the Kawah Putih crater rim and down to the water's edge, crossing the suspension bridge on foot, exploring the hot springs area, walking the lakeside at Glamping Lakeside Rancabali, and strolling through the Rancabali Tea Plantation. It is suitable for all physical fitness levels, though the high altitude and uneven terrain mean comfortable shoes are essential.

Can I book this tour departing from Bandung instead of Jakarta?

Yes, you can choose to depart from either Jakarta or Bandung city when you book. Hotel pickup is included in both options, and the tour follows the same itinerary regardless of departure point.