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Jl. Ikan Sadar No. 3, Banyuwangi, 68411, Indonesia
View on Google MapsWe started the hike around 1–2 a.m., and by the time we reached the blue fire area, sulfur miners were already working. It made me wonder, what time do they have to wake up every day to do this? Imagining myself walking the same rocky trail every morning made me feel deeply amazed and humbled. Ijen wasn’t just beautiful, it was a powerful reminder of human resilience alongside nature.
The blue fire at Ijen is truly stunning, glowing in a beautiful bluish-purple color against the darkness of the night. The contrast feels magical and rare, like witnessing a natural light show found nowhere else. Seeing it in person is an unforgettable experience that photos can’t fully capture.
The hike is dark and quiet, which makes the blue fire feel even more special when you finally see it. Definitely a once in a lifetime kind of view.
IDR 4,500
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Not recommended for travelers with respiratory problem
I hiked Ijen with my boyfriend, and the experience felt emotionally closer. The cold temperature actually made the atmosphere more intimate and peaceful walking slowly, waiting for each other, and enjoying the moment without many words. It wasn’t just about the view, but about the togetherness that felt warm in the middle of Ijen’s cold air.
Ijen is not just about the view. The cold morning air, the heavy breathing during the hike, and the quiet moment at the top create a feeling you can’t fully explain. The exhaustion fades instantly when you see the crater with your own eyes. Photos look great, but the experience feels much deeper in person.
The view inside the crater feels harsh and beautiful at the same time rocky terrain, thick smoke, and that unreal blue glow that doesn’t look natural at all
Ijen feels like a place that keeps changing right in front of your eyes. In the middle of the night, everything is painted in blue by the glow of the Blue Fire. As dawn comes, the sky slowly turns orange with the sunrise. By morning, the crater reveals a turquoise-green lake, wrapped in soft mist. It’s one place, but each moment feels like a completely different experience.
The crowd at Ijen didn’t lessen its charm at all. Walking in the middle of the night, I never felt alone. The scattered headlamps of other hikers softly lit the trail, creating a reassuring atmosphere that made the climb feel safer, warmer, and more memorable
Ijen keeps surprising you without pause. It starts with the blue fire glowing in the middle of the night, then shifts into an orange sunrise that slowly reveals a turquoise-green crater lake, with mist rolling in as the final touch. Each moment feels different, yet flows naturally into the next, making the experience feel complete and unforgettable
The contrast is wild here pitch black night, neon blue flames, then suddenly pale daylight revealing the crater. It feels like watching two different worlds in one hike
