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INTRODUCTION
Journey through one of the most culturally rich and photogenic volcanoes on the planet. Mount Bromo is the most iconic and picturesque mountain in Indonesia, standing majestically tall at 2329m. The scenery in the crater is otherworldly; it has vents that keep spewing off yellow-white sulfurous smoke and low-lying clouds that cover the lower portion of the central crater. It is a volcanic paradise with ethereal, breathtaking landscapes. Join us in this photography adventure in East Java, Indonesia. We will explore Tumpak Sewu, Kawah Ijen, and Mount Bromo via chartered 4x4 jeeps and a comfortable shuttle bus. We will drive up to different vantage points to witness its spectacular beauty during sunrise/sunset for stunning light and colors, and also during twilight/night for star trails or the Milky Way. There will be photography sessions with locals to provide a cultural photographic experience—a rare photographic opportunity for photographers motivated to push their portfolio and skills to the next level. |
DATE
1st - 7th August 2027 DURATION 7 days & 6 nights START Surabaya, Indonesia END Surabaya, Indonesia AIRPORT ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE Juanda International Airport (Surabaya, Indonesia) SEASON Dry (cool) GROUP SIZE 5 - 7, not including the tour leaders, guide, and driver ACCOMMODATION Hotels and/or homestays FITNESS LEVEL Easy to moderate LANGUAGE English TOUR LEADERS Francis Ansing Chaerul Umam |
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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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August 1: Surabaya (Day 1 Official Start)
Arrive one day earlier in Surabaya. Take a cab to Novotel Samatur Surabaya Timur, 7.5 km away from the airport. Check in, and we will meet up during dinner time for a tour briefing. August 2: Mount Bromo (Day 2) After breakfast, we will head to Mt. Bromo and check in at our accommodation upon arrival. Travel time is around 3-4 hours. We will have our lunch at one of the restaurants around our accommodation. There will be a short break, as we will head immediately to Seruni Point for sunset and a Milky Way shoot. August 3: Mount Bromo (Day 3) Wake-up call is at 2:00 AM. We will board our 4x4 jeep to drive to Prau Hill to photograph the star trail and shoot the sunrise. It will be around 40 minutes to get there. After the sunrise shoot, we will head back to our accommodation for breakfast. We will stop at the Sea of Sand to take travel photos. It will be candid, with no setup. For one hour, we will photograph horses and horsemen as they embark on their journey to the crater of Mount Bromo. |
In the afternoon, we will have another sunset-to-night shoot at another viewpoint deck, Penanjakan 1.
August 4: Mount Bromo to Tumpak Sewu (Day 4) Wake-up call is at 2:00 AM. We will board our 4x4 jeep for Penanjakan 1 to capture star trails and shoot the sunrise. After the sunrise shoot, we will head back to our accommodation for breakfast. After breakfast, we will drive to our homestay near Tumpak Sewu. We will explore and photograph the area around Tumpak Sewu at sunset. August 5: Tumpak Sewu to Kawah Ijen (Day 5) Morning shoot in Tumpak Sewu. You may opt to stay at the panorama view deck and/or go down to the waterfalls to photograph them more closely. Tumpak Sewu is best photographed using a drone to include the towering Mount Semeru in the distance. We will head immediately to Bondowoso after breakfast and check out. We are expected to arrive in Bondowoso in the afternoon. We will have enough time for rest and preparation for the Kawah Ijen trek. |
August 6: Kawah Ijen to Surabaya (Day 6)
Wake-up call is at 12:01 AM. We will board our vehicle for the Kawah Ijen trailhead. We will be accompanied by our guides. The trek up to the crater takes 60 to 90 minutes, depending on your pace. You can hire porters/carts to carry your stuff or yourself up to the crater. After the sunrise shoot, we will head back immediately to our homestay in Bondowoso to tidy up and check out. We will have our lunch along the way as we head back to Surabaya. Our estimated arrival time in Surabaya is around 5:00 - 7:00 PM. We will check in at our hotel near the airport after dinner. August 7: Surabaya (Day 7) Flight departure from Surabaya. End of tour. |
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TOUR COST
1950 USD or the equivalent in PHP (double / twin room rate) 2450 USD or the equivalent in PHP (single room rate) A monthly installment plan is available. Please enquire. WHAT'S INCLUDED? ✓ Twin accommodations for 6 nights at hotels and guesthouses ✓ Breakfasts ✓ Shuttle/van transportation service for 5 days ✓ 4x4 jeep service in Mount Bromo ✓ Tickets/fees in Tumpak Sewu, Mount Bromo, and Kawah Ijen ✓ 1 Tour leader, one local guide, and one driver |
NOT INCLUDED
X Accommodation outside the tour dates X International and/or domestic flights X Soft drinks, bottled water, alcoholic beverages, and the likes X Personal and incidental expenses X Meals not stated in the inclusions X Visa fees (if applicable) X Travel insurance X Laundry X Cart service in Kawah Ijen X Porter/Cart fees for camera bags in Kawah Ijen X Tippings/gratuity for local guide and driver X Drone registration fees X Airport transfers |
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PAYMENT AND RESERVATION
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. The down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and email the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the name of the photography tour in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
1. A 500 USD or the equivalent in PHP down payment or deposit is required upon registration. The down payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.
2. A monthly installment plan is available. Please message us if you want to avail of this payment scheme.
3. Down payment can be made using credit or debit cards. Click the "RESERVE NOW" link below or via bank transfer. Send us an email for our bank details.
4. If you are paying the down payment via wire/bank transfer, please send it to any of the bank accounts below and email the proof of payment to [email protected] or [email protected]. Include your full name and the name of the photography tour in your email.
5. After payment, please fill out this REGISTRATION FORM.
6. We will send a receipt of payment and PDFs containing more information about the photo tour.
7. The balance is required to be fully settled 90 days before the first day of the tour. You may send the balance by wire/bank transfer, or by credit/debit card via a secure PayPal payment link.
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THINGS TO BRING
- Travel document (passport) - Comfortable clothes for 7 days - Warm jacket or fleece - Waterproof and windproof jacket - Waterproof trekking shoes - Trekking pants - Bonnet/beanie - Gloves - Flashlight or headlamp - Personal medicines - Pocket money (some restaurants do not accept credit cards) - Cellular phone with internet/data connection |
CAMERA GEAR
- Camera body (mirrorless or DSLR) - Lenses (16-35mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm) - Sturdy tripod - Drone (optional) - Filters (CPL, NDs, and GND) - Extra batteries - Extra memory cards - Rain protector - Laptop or tablet for transferring and reviewing files - External hard drive |