Excursion à Yogyakarta Bromo Ijen Bali (5d4n)

An unforgettable East Java adventure with an exceptional guide and driver We had an amazing five-day trip through East Java with our guide, Yogi, and our driver, Bams. From releasing baby turtles at sunrise to climbing through spectacular waterfalls and watching the landscape emerge at Mount Bromo, the entire experience was unforgettable. Yogi was extremely knowledgeable and genuinely cared about giving us the best possible experience. Throughout the tour, he gave us different options for our itinerary and clearly explained the trade-offs involved. We usually followed his recommendation, and he was nearly always proven right. For example, he encouraged us to get up early to reach the waterfalls before the other visitors. It was completely worth it, as we had time to explore them in their natural beauty without the crowds. The waterfalls were a particular highlight for me. I loved the adventurous side of climbing up, around and through them. It was so much fun, and Yogi was always nearby to help and take photographs. This was a great bonus when we wanted something other than selfies to remember the trip by. Bams was one of the best drivers I have ever encountered. A good driver is essential in Java, where some of the roads and infrastructure can be challenging. He read the traffic exceptionally well, drove safely and calmly, and always managed to get us where we needed to be on time. Sukamade Turtle Beach was another unforgettable experience. Going to the beach at sunrise to release baby turtles into the sea was incredibly special, and they were almost unbearably cute. The views at both Ijen and Mount Bromo were breathtaking and made all the early starts worthwhile. One practical note for anyone considering the blue flame at Ijen: it was extremely crowded, and at times the route felt unsafe because there are no steps or effective system for managing people moving both up and down the narrow path. When given the choice, it is worth seriously considering skipping the blue flame and prioritising sunrise over the crater lake instead, as that is where the truly spectacular views are. Overall, this tour combines beautiful scenery, wildlife, hiking and genuine adventure, while Yogi and Bams take care of all the practical details. We would highly recommend Java Adventure Trail, and especially Yogi and Bams, to anyone looking for a memorable and exceptionally well-organised East Java adventure.

Tour is well organised and all the guides and drivers are really good people. Special mention for Andy in Yogyakarta.

Very good Trip with our guide Yogi and our driver Rizki from Surabaya to Bromo and Ijen. We also wish our guide in Yogyakarta Ado the best.

Amazing experience, the guides were all excellent. We did the 5 day 4 night tour and were able to see Borabuder and Prambanan Temple along with Bromo and Ijen volcano. The process in general went flawless and can't say enough about it guides Particularly Theo and Andy, they were top notch and i cant say enough good things. 10/10 would recommend, my wife and i had an excellent experience

Simply a perfect tour from start to finish! Right from the pickup at the hotel, we immediately got along great with our guide Adam. He was incredibly friendly, humorous, and guided us through Central Java with great passion. He always made sure that we had a true premium experience – we were at the sights well ahead of the large tourist crowds and could enjoy everything in peace. Afterward, we were handed over to Ari, who was just as fantastic. He told us a lot about the culture and life in the area and always ensured that we arrived first at each spot. As a result, we were able to experience many places away from the tourist streams and had a truly special experience everywhere. Together with his driver, who safely and reliably drove us at all times, everything went absolutely smoothly – we never had to wait. The entire tour was perfectly organized down to the smallest detail. Both guides had already introduced themselves to us via WhatsApp beforehand, so we felt very comfortable and well taken care of from the very beginning. There was always water available in the car, local tea and coffee were offered during the activities, and we received great restaurant recommendations. Even the onward journey to Bali was excellently organized – it was ensured that we would be picked up immediately after the ferry. Everyone involved put in an incredible amount of effort, and we are convinced that we would never have had such a special experience on our own. Thank you to the entire team – absolute 5 stars and an unrestricted recommendation!

Excellent trip with our wonderful guide Yogi and driver Wahyu. We really appreciated Yogi’s ability to find less crowded viewpoints to make our experience really special. Yogi and Wahyu went out of their way to find great local restaurants and shared their culture with us through out the trip! Wahyu drove super safely throughout which we appreciated! We would highly recommend this tour to anyone (especially over other tours) as you have both a driver and guide, this means that the driver can rest while the guide gets up early for the hike and vice versa. This is something we have not had on subsequent trips in Bali and really important for road safety.

We had an amazing time with Java Adventure Trail! Albert, our guide, and Mac, our driver, were the perfect team. Thanks to their experience, knowledge, and great organization, we had the best time visiting Bromo, Ijen, and Tumpak Sewu Waterfall. Albert was friendly, informative, and always made the trip enjoyable, while Mac kept us safe and comfortable throughout the journey. Their professionalism and kindness made our holiday truly unforgettable. Highly recommended!

We booked a multi-day trip with Java Adventure Tours starting from Yogyakarta and got to experience the highlights of Java: Prambanan Temple, Borobudur Temple, Mount Bromo, Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, and the Ijen Volcano. Everything was perfectly organized and ran smoothly from start to finish. What really made the trip special was our guide in East Java, Ari. He was extremely knowledgeable, well connected, and always shared useful information with us. Thanks to his experience and timing, we often arrived at the sights before anyone else, which allowed us to enjoy the places in peace and take beautiful photos without the crowds. Ari created a great atmosphere throughout the journey and made the whole experience unforgettable. We are extremely satisfied and can highly recommend Java Adventure Tours – and especially Ari – to anyone planning to explore Java!

To start with: the whole tour has been organised excellently: communication with Sofyan and the guides/drives, transfers, accommodation, meals and the activities. We never had to queue anywhere and didn't have to worry about a thing. The guides are very knowledgeable, answered all our questions and provided recommendations for lunch and dinner. The tour (5D 4N) - Yogyakarta: the temples were our highlight and we had excellent local tour guides during our visit in both Borobudur and Prambanan. In the end, we would have loved to spend even more time in Prambanan (Sultan Palace and Water Castle are nice to see, but we would definitely recommend the temples more). A special thanks to our driver Adam who always ensured our well-being. - Volcano tour (Bromo, Ijen including Blue Fire/crater): we have enjoyed the great sunrise at Bromo and hiking up the volcano. Climbing Ijen and walking down to the crater have been an unforgettable experience. Our tour guide Hamid was amazing and we take so many great memories home (he not only took care that we get the best views, but also had always a helping hand when going down the crater. Moreover, he is a great fotographer too). We would also like to thank Rico, our driver, for managing the Indonesian traffic so well. Both made the tour unforgettable! 😊

First of all: excellent organisation. The tour is extremely well planned: transfers, accommodation, meals and most activities are explained in advance on the website. We didn't have to worry about a thing, which was a particularly pleasant change for us as backpackers. The guides are always flexible when it comes to spontaneous changes and new destinations along the way, which you can find on social media :) You really get to experience a lot: temples in Yogyakarta and the surrounding area (Borobudur, Prambanan), volcanoes (Bromo, Ijen including Blue Fire/crater), nature and landscapes, and cultural insights. Because Indonesia is so huge, you often have to cover long distances: this gave us plenty of opportunities to relax in the car and discuss our experiences. Finally, I would like to explicitly praise all the drivers and guides: they really make the tour an experience!🙏 Special thanks go to our guides Dino and Adam, who always found the perfect balance between culture, information and fun. (Also, they're really talented photographers if you're looking to perfect your social media presence)