Here’s the best option for solo traveller is Ijen Open Trip itinerary starting at 00:00 from Banyuwangi,
including:
- transportation,
- ticket,
- gas mask,
- local guide,
- and health certificate
Day 1: Departure and Ijen Crater Exploration

- 00:00 – 00:30: Pick-up from Banyuwangi
- Participants will be picked up from the designated location (hotel or station in Banyuwangi).
- Travel to Paltuding (Ijen basecamp) by car/minibus. The journey takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
- 01:00 – 02:00: Arrive at Paltuding (Basecamp Ijen)
- Upon arrival at Paltuding, participants will receive a brief briefing on the trek to Ijen Crater.
- Prepare necessary gear such as a mask (for sulfur gas), warm clothing, and water.
- 02:00 – 03:00: Trekking to Ijen Crater
- The trek to Ijen Crater begins. The distance is approximately 3 km, and it takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Enjoy the stunning natural scenery during the hike.
- 03:00 – 04:00: Enjoying the Ijen Crater and Blue Fire
- Arriving at Ijen Crater, participants can see the blue fire phenomenon (visible in the early morning hours when its dark 3-4am is the best time).
- You can also enjoy the beautiful turquoise-colored crater lake and observe the sulfur miners working in the area.
- 04:00 – 07:00: Return to Basecamp
- The return trek to Paltuding takes about 1 to 1.5 hours.
- 07:00 – 08:00: Breakfast and Rest (optional) extra
- Once back at Paltuding, participants can enjoy breakfast or a light meal at local stalls near the basecamp.
- 08:00 – 10:00: Return to Banyuwangi
- After breakfast and a short rest, participants will return to Banyuwangi by the same vehicle.
- The journey back takes around 1.5 to 2 hours.
- 10:00 – 12:00: Arrive in Banyuwangi
- Arrive back in Banyuwangi, and participants will be dropped off at the hotel or station.

Ijen Open Trip itinerary from Banyuwangi
Required Transportation:
- Car/Minibus: For transportation between locations, starting from pick-up in Banyuwangi to Paltuding and back.
- Trekking: To and from Ijen Crater (approximately 3 km one way).
Estimated Costs on Ijen Open Trip itinerary from Banyuwangi:
- Transportation (Banyuwangi – Paltuding Round Trip) – IDR 300,000 – IDR 500,000 per person (depending on the number of participants and vehicle type).
- Entrance Fee to Ijen Crater – IDR 150,000 per person.
- Guide – IDR 300,000 (for a local guide).
- Breakfast / Snacks (optional) – IDR 50,000 – IDR 100,000 per person.
in total cost will spend you about 1,150k/person if you go alone and if book this package on us you just spend only idr 500k/person (usd $ 35/person) all included, start from banyuwangi and back to banyuwangi again in the same hotel we picked you up
If you have any changes or additional requirements, this itinerary can be adjusted accordingly. Feel free to ask if you have further questions!
Included
- transport go and back
- ticket
- gas mask
- local guide
Cost excluded
- health certificate
- personal expenses






