Uncover East Java's treasure mount Bromo on a 1-day private adventure tour. Observe Bromo's magnificent landscape while the sun is rising at mount Pananjakan, marvelling at the grey-greyish Sea of Sand, undertake the hike to the crater of the active volcano Bromo, and explore the hidden Madakaripura Waterfalls on your way back to Surabaya. Mount Bromo is a top attraction with its local horse men, the Luhur Poten temple in the Sea of Sand, and the astonishing views while being in the ancient caldera. As you walk to the top of mount Bromo, you learn to understand the mighty powers of mother earth and the ancient roots of the Tengger people.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $237.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Nov 15.
Our drivers are located throughout East and Central Java, and Bali. Our physical office is located in Malang city, 90 km south of Surabaya.
You will be picked up at 00:00 - midnight - in Surabaya. Either at your hotel, the train station or at the airport. In about 2 to 3 hours you will drive by private car to Cemara Lawang village. There you will change cars. By private 4WD Jeep you continue to the viewpoint at mount Penanjakan. Enjoy a coffee break with a hot cup of coffee or tea and a local snack before the sun rises. The weather conditions determine the colours in the sky. Bring some warm clothes as it is cold early morning, between 0 and 10 degrees Celsius.
At around 06:00 you continue to mount Bromo. You will cross the unearthly moonlike caldera in which mount Bromo resides. The northern part of this caldera consists in a volcanic ashen greyish-grey Sea of Sand. Feel free to ask the driver to stop if you like to take a walk in this landscape.
The Jeep parks near Luhur Poten temple. This temple is still actively used during ceremonies. Most often it is closed, but you can peek in. If it is open, ask for permission to enter.
Then it will be a 45 minutes walk to the top of mount Bromo - one way. Look back every now and then. Not only to grab your breath, but also to consume the ever changing landscape. One can always rent a horse, if you don't like walking (not included - about IDR 100,000). Standing at the top of this active volcano is an awe-inspiring experience. When you return to your Jeep, your driver is waiting for you. You will head back to Cemara Lawang village where you will have breakfast. After breakfast you change back to your comfortable car to start your return journey to Surabaya.
These enchanting waterfalls are located on route to Surabaya. The walk is fairly easy and takes only about 30 min one way. But... be ready to get wet. If you have time, you can visit these sacred waterfalls. If time isn't sufficient, e.g. you have to catch a flight, you will directly return to Surabaya.
After the tour you will return to Surabaya city. We can drop you anywhere; hotel, train station or airport. If you wish to go to Malang, we can drop you in Malang.
We can pick you up anywhere in Surabaya city; any accommodation, any train station and at the airport. Likewise, we can drop you anywhere in Surabaya city after the tour.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bromo sunrise tour - start Surabaya // 1 day lasts about 12–16 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
Prices start at $145 per person for this Surabaya experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $237. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 12:00 AM.
Children aged 3–11 pay from $37, adults from $145. Infants go free.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We can pick you up anywhere in Surabaya city; any accommodation, any train station and at the airport. Likewise, we can drop you anywhere in Surabaya city after the tour. Pickup points include RedDoorz Syariah at Prapen Jaya Surabaya, OYO Life 2083 Tambakbening Residence.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Your own group can be up to 8 people on one booking; no other travellers join.
Specialized infant seats are available if traveling with children and/or youth at least 2 adults should come along
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 14 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Smartine Indonesia Travel.
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| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Bromo sunrise tour - start Surabaya // 1 day | 12–16 hours | 5.0 (14) | $145 | |
 1 Day - Bromo Afternoon Siesta Tour start MALANG or SURABAYA // 11:00 - 18:00 | 6–7 hours | 4.9 (136) | $73 | View |
 Mount Bromo Sunrise Tour from Surabaya or Malang - 1 Day | 12–15 hours | 5.0 (2,020) | $153 | View |
 Bromo sunrise tour via Tumpang - start Malang // 1 day tour | 12–14 hours | 4.8 (21) | $92 | View |
 Tumpak Sewu waterfall & volcano Bromo - start Surabaya // 2 days & 1 night | 2 days | 4.8 (32) | $250 | View |
 Bromo sunrise tour with start in Bali - flights included // 1 day tour | 1 day | — | $353 | View |
 Bromo panorama tour to avoid the crowds - start Malang // 1 day tour | 10–12 hours | 4.7 (15) | $82 | View |
