3D2N Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen Milky Way Tour
- Capture stellar views of the dazzling Milky Way, resplendent Madakaripura Waterfall and gorgeous sunrise on Mount Bromo.
- Revitalise your senses with the stunning Blue Flame at the heart of Kawah Ijen.
- A fully guided private tour which includes a highly experienced guide, private jeep and private tour of the Milky Way.
- Photograph iconic sights with an experienced private guide to capture the most stunning visuals.
- Found a lower price? We'll refund you the difference with our Price Match Guarantee policy.
Jump onboard this captivating 3D2N Private Tour, featuring the best of Mount Bromo and Kawah Ijen, an unparalleled experience not to be missed. Capture the glitz and glamour of the iconic Milky Way, together with unprecedented views of the Madakaripura Waterfall and gorgeous sunrise over Mount Bromo. You’ll also have the chance to catch a breath-taking glimpse of the alluring blue flame at the heart of Kawah Ijen.
With this tour, you can choose to either travel back to Surabaya by car or to drop-off in Bali. Otherwise, if you’d prefer to take things a little slower, you can check out our 4D3N tour here.
As the Milky Way’s rising time changes each day, our specialist will personally guide you to a strategic location on a private jeep where you can best experience and capture the glowing spiral stretch across the black sky canvas. This private tour is suitable for families, friends, couples and singles.
Our astrophotography images are widely published on National Geographic, BBC, CNN and more.
Day 1: Surabaya to Mount Bromo
Day 1 is all about the leisurely journey to Mount Bromo and Madakaripura Waterfall, the beginning of an eye-opening discovery of East Java’s wonders.
• Get escorted from your hotel/Juanda International Airport to the magnificent Mount Bromo, a four-hour journey that puts you at the epicentre of spectacular sceneries and lush terrains.
• Visit the legendary Madakaripura Waterfall, a grand enchantment for those ravenous for historical experiences.*
• Enjoy your luxurious stay at Bromo Terrace Hotel, a cosy getaway surrounded by undulating hills and beautiful plantations. Fret not, if Bromo Terrace hotel is fully booked out, we can head over to Bromo Park hotel, which sits in the centre of one of the city’s most exotic enclaves.
Day 2: Mount Bromo to Kawah Ijen
A deeper dive into East Java’s wonders to capture the eclectic mix of rejuvenating landscapes coupled with unforgettable vistas of the cosmos.
• Savour every moment of the dazzling Milky Way, the cosmos’ glorious arch specked with tiny luminous diamonds.
• Experience the gorgeous sunrise from Mount Bromo’s peak, a beautiful florid orange hue over the bleak horizon.
• Discover more picture-perfect moments at the Hill of Love, and marvel at Indonesia’s ravishing sceneries before heading to Mount Bromo's crater through the Sea of Sand.
• If you’re a thrill-seeker, jump on a horse and take a 20-minute gallop towards the smouldering crater. Finish the last leg of the journey with a 15-minute flight of steps towards the fiery caldera.
• Head back to Bromo hotel on a private 4WD jeep and be welcomed by a warm sumptuous breakfast at 10.30am before checking out by 11am.
• Journey closer to the resplendent Kawah Ijen by 7pm, the grand attraction known for the world’s largest acidic crater lake.
• Enjoy a relaxing stay at either Grand Padi Hotel or El Royale Resort, sophisticated hotels that offer top-notch services with tasteful facilities.
Day 3: Kawah Ijen to Surabaya
The final adventure awaits you on this day. A dramatic closure of an unforgettable journey, with iconic marvels that encapsulate the essence of East Java’s purity.
• Leave the hotel at midnight before heading to Paltuding area, with a heart-warming breakfast en-route your last escapade.
• Begin a 2-hour trek up majestic Mount Ijen’s peak, one of East Java’s best and most unique natural phenomena.
• Tantalise your senses with the famous Blue Flame Sulphur of Ijen, and capture striking imageries with the counsel of the local guide.
• Stroll down the rim of Ijen Lake and wtiness the spectacular view that unfolds as you inch closer to the world’s largest acidic crater lake.
• Head back down Ijen’s peak to return to Paltuding, and feast on your final breakfast at the hotel before leaving for Surabaya by car (6 to 7 hours drive) and reach by 4.30pm.
Itinerary is subject to changes depending on the environmental conditions. Should there be any changes, our experienced guide will update you at the soonest. We’d prefer to stick closely to the itinerary if possible.
* Price of the tour does not include the entrance and motorbike fee of around SGD25 unless you’ve paid through our booking option.
If you’re departing from Singapore, here’s the ideal flight schedule that would best suit this trip:
Other flights are also possible but we may not be able to cover every place indicated in the itinerary. Main attractions like Mount Bromo and Mount Ijen will definitely be covered.
- Warm jacket, face mask, tracking shoes or any shoes with good grip. Temperatures range from 5 to 22 degress Celcius from 2am – 10am in the mountains.
- Socks and gloves (can buy from villagers at the mountains, subject to availability).
- Sunblock (if needed) and raincoat. (just in case).
- DSLR, compact camera or Huawei P30 Pro or similar for Milky Way tour.
- Tripod and remote shutter release (intervalometer) for Milky Way tour.
- Head torchlight for hiking at Kawah Ijen.
- Experienced photographer cum English/Bahasa Indonesia speaking guide
- Our Milky Way specialist will guide you on the best camera settings to take the best shot of the Milky Way
- Airport/Hotel pickup and drop-off from/to central Surabaya
- Standard shared room in the accommodations mentioned above.
- Breakfast provided by accommodations.
- Private tour.
- Private jeep in Mount Bromo.
- Milky Way tour (U.P: SGD$50 per pax)
- Expenditures of a personal nature, such as drinks, souvenirs and laundry etc.
- Flights
- Hotel breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner are excluded but we will suggest eating places based on your preference.
- Pony/Horse ride (rent) to ferry you up to Mount Bromo. Estimated at SGD$50 per pax for round trip.
- Gas mask rental is estimated at SGD$10 per pax.
- Gratuities for guides and drivers (recommended)
- Travel Insurance
- Entrance Fees
Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (Estimated at SGD$45 per pax)
Madakaripura Waterfall & Motorbike (Estimated at SGD$30 per pax for a round trip)
Ijen (Estimated at SGD$35 per pax)
- Pregnant women will need to show evidence of doctor’s consent
- Children and infants are not allowed to enter some of the facilities on site
- According to the regulations, people with who are under the influence of alcohol will not be allowed to participate
- Minimum age of travel is 7 years old.
- Light fitness required to climb up the steps leading to the rim of Mount Bromo's crater.
- Hike to Mount Ijen is moderate.
Options for end of tour
(a) Bali Drop-Off
- Includes ferry ticket from Ketapang to Gilimanuk.
- Journey takes about 4-5 hours from Ijen to Kuta/Seminyak/Canggu/Denpasar and Ubud.
- Transfer by Car.
- Additional one more day/night car rental fee will be imposed because you may reach Bali around late afternoon or evening and our driver needs to rest and as he can't return to Java Island immediately.
Entrance Fees
If you choose to pay the entrance fees in advance via our booking option, you are not required to get down the car to pay it yourself for each attraction and you don't have to bring extra cash for it.
- Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (Estimated at SGD$45 per pax)
- Madakaripura Waterfall & Motorbike (Estimated at SGD$30 per pax for a round trip)
- Ijen (Estimated at SGD$35 per pax)
Milky Way Tour
Milky Way may not be visible to the naked eye if you go during the full moon or when moonlight is present near the Galactic core. However, it is still possible to photograph the Milky Way during the full moon as shown in the below image if you're an experienced astrophotographer. DSLR or compact camera or smartphone like Huawei P30 Pro is recommended to photograph the Milky Way if moonlight is not present. Check out our Milky Way images taken with Huawei P30 Pro in Mount Bromo. Also, please check the moon phases calendar before booking our tour.
Bulk Discounts Available
2 pax - SGD$499 per pax
3-6 pax - SGD$459 per pax
7-8 pax - SGD$429 per pax
9 pax and above - SGD$399 per pax
Corporate tours? Contact us at packages@justinngphoto.com.
- 85% refund will be issued for cancellations made 21 days in advance of the start date of the tour. The 15% booking fee is non-refundable. Air ticket is fully non-refundable.
- All payments are fully non-refundable after the cancellation deadline and upon the commencement of the tour.
- No refunds will be given if you're unable to see or photograph the Milky Way due to the presence of a bright moon. It is your responsibility to check the moon phases calendar before booking our tour.
We'll refund the difference if you find a cheaper price! Terms and conditions apply.