The Blue Flames
of Kawah Ijen
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Mount Kawah Ijen and witness its rare blue flames before sunrise.
April to October
(dry season)
The Kawah Ijen trek takes around
3-4 hours.
Requires a moderate fitness level with a little trekking experience
Suitable for ages
18 and above.
Groups of
up to 25 people.
The most common route to Mount Kawah Ijen starts from Banyuwangi, just a 1-hour drive to the base, with many travelers opting for guided tours that include transportation. From Bali, visitors can embark on an overnight journey, combining a drive and ferry ride, arriving in time for the early morning trek to witness the mesmerizing blue flames. NatureLust takes care of all the logistics so you can travel without stress.
Highlights
1. Blue Flames Phenomenon
Before dawn, witness a rare natural wonder—electric-blue flames dancing across the crater, created by ignited sulfuric gases. It’s an otherworldly sight found in only a few places on Earth.
2. Acidic Crater Lake
At sunrise, marvel at the world’s largest acidic lake, glowing in an unreal shade of turquoise. Surrounded by dramatic cliffs, its beauty is as captivating
as it is eerie.
3. Sulfur Mining
Watch miners extract bright yellow sulfur rocks, carrying impossibly heavy loads up the mountain. It’s a
testament to human endurance in one of the most extreme working conditions
on Earth.
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