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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: IDR
- Languages: Indonesian (official), Javanese, Madurese, English (in tourist areas)
- Climate: Tropical
- Timezone: Asia/Jakarta (WIB - Western Indonesian Time)
- Population: Approximately 40 million people
- Best Time to Visit: May to September) is best for visiting.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries, including the US, EU, and UK, generally require a visa to enter Indonesia. Visa-free entry is available for citizens of certain countries for short stays (usually up to 30 days). Visa on arrival is offered for many nationalities at major airports and ports, including in East Java. E-visa options are also available for some travelers. A valid passport with at least six months validity, proof of onward travel, and sometimes proof of accommodation are typically required.
About East Java
East Java is a captivating province in Indonesia known for its rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and vibrant local traditions. It offers a unique blend of ancient temples, active volcanoes, and beautiful beaches that attract travelers seeking both adventure and cultural immersion. The region is home to the famous Mount Bromo, an active volcano that provides breathtaking sunrise views, and the historic city of Surabaya, Indonesia’s second-largest city with a lively urban atmosphere. Visitors can explore traditional villages, experience local markets, and enjoy the diverse culinary scene. East Java’s accessibility and variety of attractions make it a compelling destination for those wanting to experience authentic Indonesian culture alongside spectacular natural beauty.
Top Attractions
1. Mount Bromo – An active volcano famous for its dramatic sunrise views and surreal landscapes. 2. Ijen Crater – Known for its stunning blue flames and sulfur mining activities at night. 3. Surabaya – The bustling capital city with historical sites, museums, and vibrant street life. 4. Madakaripura Waterfall – A majestic waterfall set in a lush valley, perfect for nature lovers. 5. Trowulan – Archaeological site of the ancient Majapahit Kingdom ruins, rich in history.
Popular Activities
Adventure seekers can hike volcanoes like Mount Bromo and Ijen, witnessing spectacular natural phenomena. Cultural experiences include visiting traditional villages, attending local festivals, and exploring historical sites such as Trowulan. Recreational options include beach visits, waterfall trekking, and sampling local markets. Unique experiences involve witnessing sulfur mining at Ijen and participating in Javanese cultural performances.
East Java Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of Indonesia
- Duration Range: Adventure seekers can hike volcanoes like Mount Bromo and Ijen, witnessing spectacular natural phenomena. Cultural experiences include visiting traditional villages, attending local festivals, and exploring historical sites such as Trowulan. Recreational options include beach visits, waterfall trekking, and sampling local markets. Unique experiences involve witnessing sulfur mining at Ijen and participating in Javanese cultural performances.
- Group Size: Private or shared tours
- Difficulty Level: All Comfort Levels
- Recommended For: The dry season (May to September) is best for visiting. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sturdy shoes for hiking, and rain gear if visiting the wet season. Respect local customs, dress modestly in rural areas, and be polite in interactions. Stay hydrated and use sunscreen. Carry some cash as smaller vendors may not accept cards. Always keep an eye on volcanic activity updates if planning volcano visits.
Average Tour Price: $95
Lowest Price Tour: $55
Highest Price Tour: $180
387 Available Tour Excursions in East Java
Experience our one-day Bromo tour with a midnight pick-up from your hotel/train station or airport. Travel safely to Sukapura village at Mount Bromo area then hop on a 4WD and enjoy coffee while awaiting the breathtaking sunrise. Witness the awe-inspiring sunrise with Mount Bromo in full view and capture cherished moments with loved ones or friends. Explore Mount Bromo's caldera with our knowledgeable guide. End the day with a delicious meal before returning to Surabaya or Malang.
Price: $147.00
Duration: 11-12 hours
When traveling to East Java, make sure to watch the dawn from the summit of Mount Bromo. This tour starts just before midnight and takes a long journey to Sunrise Point, where you can see the sunrise above Mount Bromo. Before returning to Surabaya, take a quick climb to the crater rim to view the nearby scenery and the active caldera. This private full-day tour showcases the best of the Tengger Semeru National Park region in a single day of touring, making it the perfect choice for time-constrained tourists.
Price: $117.90
Duration: 12-13 hours
Mount Bromo is one of the active volcanoes in East Java Indonesia which has plenty of attractions such as the golden sunrise along with its fantastic landscape and the Bromo crater itself. The story behind “Sacred” Bromo and the tribe living around the area will also be a unique experience for you to have while visiting this place. After visiting this fascinating views we gotta move to another volcano which will give you more hiking experience, for anyone searching for an adrenaline rush welcome to Ijen Crater and you will witness the only existing blue fire that appears inside the crater during the night.
Price: $248.89
Duration: 48 hours
We strongly recommend to start at 5AM for the best views and experiences. Starting from your hotel or train station or anywhere within our pickup area, for 2 to 3-hour ride through dense areas, tradisional markets, and the mountainous winding roads. After arriving, we will see the waterfall panorama from the above. Take a walk down through a thousand steps and enjoy the tumpak sewu from the bottom. Take tons of pictures and continue to Telaga Biru for a dip-in. Climb up to the beautiful Goa Tetes, a hiden place that a few knows about and back to the parking lot. Bottled mineral water is available on board for free, and a pit stop for coconut at the end of the trip. Meals is not provided, but you can ask to stop by and try Malang local foods in your way back to hotel. Other option is to take a 2 hours atv rides near waterfall for 600k/pax/atv. Get 15% off with direct booking. We treat our clients as travel partners
Price: $65.50
Duration: 7-9 hours
Our guide will guide you to a place that you cannot forget, we will also take you to a place that you never imagined. we will also guide you in callenging trek to some hidden places for your unforgettable experience.
Price: $39.50
Duration: 7-10 hours
West Bali is a hilly and mountainous area which is very fertile and good for plantation. Full Day Beauty of West Bali Tour is the Bali Full Day Tour Packages to enjoy one day trip visiting the amazing and beautiful tourist destination in western part of Bali islands. The west side of Bali islands also offers places of interesting worth to see during your journey in the islands of paradise. First visit during West Bali Tour which is the Royal temple Menguwi,Ulundanu Temple,Jatiluwih The biggest rice terrace,Batukaru Temple. Highlight • Enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city • Lunch included • Informative, friendly and professional staff • All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
Price: $66.67
Duration: 10 hours
- Avoid the crowds at Bromo Sunrise. Save you time by sleeping at night without worry cant get all spots in Mount Bromo. - Explore breathtaking landscapes surronding the mountain, including: View point (Penanajakan/Kingkong hill), Widodaren (Dinosaur valley), Pura Luhur Poten temple, Mount Bromo's crater, the black-sand desert and savannah. - Take a beautiful picture with stunning views of nature. - Enjoy the convenience of transfer service to and from your hotel in Malang
Price: $81.09
Duration: 7-8 hours
The tour begins at 12.00 AM (midnight tour) from the hotel in Banyuwangi or Ketapang Harbor. then driving to reach Paltuding (Ijen Parking lot) and it takes about 1.5hrs. Hiking begins at 02.00 AM to reach the Ijen Summit within 3 Km long of the road step. Along the hike, tourist will meet the sulfur miner who carry up on their shoulder of sulfur and its weight around 90Kg. Reach the summit as soon as better when its still dark because tourist are able to see the blue fire from the Ijen rim. When its bright, tourist are able to enjoy the one of he biggest acidic lake on earth with its beauty turquoise color. After Ijen then driving to Bromo area. Overnight at the hotel and the tour begins the next day. Enjoy the beauty panoramic of Bromo while eruption and the highest mountaint in Java called Semeru as the background. All safety equipment are available on location, so tourist should not be worry to visit Ijen.
Price: $225.00
Duration: 48 hours
Overview Trekking tour of ijen volcano from Banyuwangi. Your guide will take you to ascend to the summit of the ijen volcano through the darkness. Along the way up the hill you will meet the strong man called sulfur miner. They carry heavy back-breaking load of sulfur on their shoulders with bamboo baskets. The carry sulfur about 80-100kg in one way. Once arrive on the top, you will go to sunrise spot directly. When the sun breaks the sky with its light, (if weather clear) you will see the beauty of Ijen plateau. One of the biggest acidic lake on earth with turquoise color. All safety equipment is provided on this tour.
Price: $65.00
Duration: 12-14 hours
BALI BLOO LAGOON BEACH IS A UNDERWATER PARADISE AT EAST BALI AND PERFECT PLACE FOR DO ACTIVITY SNORKELING Blue Lagoon Snorkeling East Bali This tour the most popular for those who want to enjoy the Bali paradise under water life's. This Place is located at the eastern part of Bali and very close to the Padang bay harbor,it's take about 1 hour drive from kuta area Experience the Beauty of under water life's with thousand of many kinds Fish ,Beautiful coral , and other life's at Blue lagoon and Tanjung Jepun bay As you have to expect to come there is Load to see including angel fish,Butterfly fish,parrot fish,lion fish and so much more. we will serve you with Lunch on the restaurant Back at the beach with the wonderful views of the east coast of Bali and The Island of Nusa Penida Tour is limited to a maximum of 15 travelers. Small group.
Price: $65.00
Duration: 6-8 hours
looking for the experience of exploring Mount Bromo with us. If you are in Surabaya, make sure you visit one of the best sunrise point destinations in East Java. the duration of the tour is 2 days. You can combine it with other tour destinations as you wish.
Price: $343.08
Duration: 72 hours
Mount Bromo is very special with the spectacular sunrise panorama. Landscape of Mount Bromo, Mount Batok, and Mount Semeru that stand side by side at Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Mount Ijen is about 200km further east and involves a night hike up. Once you make it into the volcano, you will see the blue flames (only visible before sunrise) and see the most acidic lake in the world. You will meet the miners, they are the strong local villagers who work at night to collect sulfur using very low safety gear standard. They risk themselves carrying 60-80 kilograms of sulfur down the mountain twice a day and the income they get depends on how many kilograms of sulfur they can bring down. After the sunrise, Ijen Crater turns into a fantastic volcano that you will always remember. The acidic turquoise lake, the truly exotic volcanic rugged cliffs, the smoke of sulfur, and the ambitious miners, all these combinations may make you more grateful for your life.
Price: $375.83
Duration: 72 hours
Enjoy the highlights of East Java in two days! Start with a breathtaking view of a huge Tumpak Sewu waterfall from above. Then, hike down to see its amazing surroundings up close. You will head to Mount Bromo at night to see a fantastic sunrise. Hike to the top of the volcano for an awesome adventure. Come along for a trip full of natural beauty and exciting activities!
Price: $168.08
Duration: 48 hours
Take in the views of the rainforest on a beautiful 90-minute ride from your hotel to the ijen parking area. With a private vehicle, then head to the top of the volcano for the blue fire on foot for about 1 hour and down to the crater 30 minutes to the place where the blue flame exist and the ijen miners are do their activities, Having satisfied enjoy the blue flame and take a photo we back to the top towards to the sunrise spot .You will pass through the crater scenery in the morning with the green lake of toska and the ijen miners working on sulfur, before returning to the parking area, on the way back to the hotel you will pass through coffee plantation and waterfall.
Price: $69.39
Duration: 14-24 hours
- Give yourself a sweet escape by camping in Mount Bromo for 2 days. - Witness the beautiful night sky with millions of stars above your tent. - Enjoy the volcanic tour in the Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (TNBTS). - Climb to the active volcano and see the amazing view from the top of the volcano!
Price: $160.62
Duration: 48 hours
Set out early in the morning from Malang or Surabaya, where you may visit the marvelous Tumpak Sewu Waterfall and discover the fascinating Goa Tetes Cave. To get to the foot of this massive Tumpak Sewu waterfall, take the forest trek with a private guide. Take a day to see Java's stunning natural surroundings. We've got you covered for both transportation and tickets, so don't worry about either! We will arrange for your round-trip transportation from Malang or Surabaya, and your admission cost is covered. Prepare yourself for an amazing day full of natural beauties and unique adventures!
Price: $59.26
Duration: 10 hours
Trowulan area is archeology site, located in mojokerto which is 1,5 hours from Surabaya city. There are many historical relics from Majapahit kingdom you will visit and learn the historical. this tour is suitable for traveller that looking for unique experience while visiting in Surabaya and interest with archeology. We provide knowledgeable tour guide, speaking good english for this tour, as you need to learn a lot of historical story during this tour. We will pick up at any Hotels in Surabaya or Cruise port. this tour will be in private for pick up from hotel or shared small group for cruise passangers if pick up from cruise port.
Price: $85.00
Duration: 6-7 hours
Exploring a beauty should be in depth and not in hurry. In this package, we will take you exploring the 3 beauty of East Java completely, fully guided, and without having to hurry in each place. Explore the magical sunrise of Bromo National Park, the magnificent waterfall of Tumpak Sewu and Goa Tetes, ended with a trek to witness the turquoise coloured lake of Ijen.
Price: $449.00
Duration: 96 hours
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Local Food & Cuisine
East Java’s cuisine is flavorful and diverse, featuring dishes like Rawon (black beef soup), Soto Lamongan (chicken soup), and Rujak Cingur (a traditional salad with boiled vegetables and cow snout). The food culture emphasizes rich spices and local ingredients. Dining customs often involve communal eating and enjoying street food. Noteworthy restaurants in Surabaya include Depot Bu Rudy for authentic East Javanese dishes and Layar Seafood for fresh coastal cuisine.
Getting Around
East Java is accessible by air via Juanda International Airport in Surabaya and several regional airports. Local transportation includes buses, minibusses (angkot), taxis, and ride-hailing services like Gojek and Grab. For intercity travel, trains and long-distance buses are common. Getting around cities is affordable, but traffic can be heavy in urban areas. Renting scooters or cars is popular for exploring rural and volcanic areas.
Travel Tips
The dry season (May to September) is best for visiting. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sturdy shoes for hiking, and rain gear if visiting the wet season. Respect local customs, dress modestly in rural areas, and be polite in interactions. Stay hydrated and use sunscreen. Carry some cash as smaller vendors may not accept cards. Always keep an eye on volcanic activity updates if planning volcano visits.
Culture & Customs
East Java’s culture is deeply influenced by Javanese traditions, emphasizing respect, politeness, and community. Social customs include greeting with a slight bow or handshake. Important festivals include the Grebeg Surabaya and traditional Javanese ceremonies. Visitors should remove shoes when entering homes or temples and avoid public displays of affection. Gift-giving and hospitality are valued in local interactions.
