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SEMERU AND BROMO MOUNTAIN ADVENTURE

 

A challenging mountain trek, to attempt the peak of Mount Semeru at 3,676 m above sea level, an active volcano which is the highest in Java. During the trekking, we pass over the beautiful high altitude volcanic lakes, tropical rain forest, the grass land and the sub-alpine forest.

 

Explore the natural phenomena of Mount Bromo in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park. Walking up the peak of Pananjakan to enjoy the natural beauties such as the spectacular sunrise over Mount Bromo. We leave the hotel in the very early morning and arriving at the crater rim in the dark and looking down at the luminous glow of the sulphur, then sitting on the narrow ledge watching the sun come up is a classic experience, but this area also has a lot more to offer: Enjoy The world's best mountain scenery, explore the spectacular Sea of Sand on a horseback or by foot, that fills the caldera of Tengger mountains.

 

Meet the local Tengger people, wrapped in cloaks riding around on their high stepping ponies. This area is holy to the local Tenggerese who are the only remaining Hindus in Java and thought to be the remnants of the once powerful Majapahit empire. The dawn pilgrimage to the summit is an ancient tradition.

 

EAST JAVA

Geographically, much of East Java Province is flatter than the rest of Java. In the north-west is lowland, with deltas along Brantas and Bengawan Solo Rivers and km upon km of rice-growing plants. But the rest of East Java is mountainous and hilly, containing the huge Bromo-Tengger Massif and Java’s highest mountain, Gunung Semeru (3,676 M). This region offers a raw, natural beauty and magnificent scenery.

 

BROMO TENGGER SEMERU NATIONAL PARK

Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, before declared as a National Park mountainous highland of Bromo Tengger Semeru is a forest area with many functions like Strict Nature Reserve Recreation Forest, Protection Forest and Production Forest. Declaration of Bromo Tengger Semeru area as a National Park is based on some considerations i. e: rare and endemic flora habitat of migrant wildlife, unique ecosystem, active volcano, scenery of nature cultural and traditional lives of local people as a catchment area for water resources around the area etc.

 

The Area of Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park covers 50,273.30 hectares of mountainous highland and vertily valley between 1,000 - 3,676 M above sea level. The area is dominated by mountainous trees are also 4 lakes inside namely: Ranu Pani (4 Ha), Ranu Regulo (0.75 Ha), Ranu Kumbolo (14 Ha) and Ranu Darungan (0.50 Ha). Geografically the area lies between 7'54'' - 8'13'' South Latitude and 112'51'' - 113'4'' East Longitude on the globe.

 

The vegetation of the park area consists of four main vegetation types: Highland Forest, Alvin Forest, Casuarina Forest and Grassland. It is predicted about 600 species of flora in the park. The common species are: Casuarina junghuhniana, Vaccinium varingaefolium, Albitzia lomphata, Acasia decurens, Anaphalis javanica.

 

At the southern part of Mt. Semeru there are about 157 species of orchids. And also endemic species in the park.  Little information about wildlife in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is recorded. They're only about 16 species of Mammals and 70 species of Birds.  The Mammals are: Wild Pig, Timor Deer, Barking Deer, Panther, Silver Leaf Monkey, Common Porcupine etc.  The common birds are : Hornbill, Banded Pitta, Crested Spent Eagle, and Australian Grey Duck at Ranu Pani and Ranu Kumbolo.

 

 

INTERESTING OBJECTS

RANU PANE, RANU REGOLO: Ranu Pane and Ranu Regolo are two beautiful creater lakes on the upland of 3 km beyond the southern rim caldera. Ranu Pane/Ranu Regulo mostly passed by climbers who want to climb the Mt Semeru. Ranu Pane about 1 Ha and Ranu Regulo about p0.75 Ha, are located nearby. 

 

RANU KUMBOLO: Ranu Kombolo with about 14 Ha is located between Ranu Pane and Mt Semeru, walking a long the slopes of the Lake Kumbolo getting yours shoes stuck in the soft mud smelling the fragrance of pines and patches of miniature flowers  this is the ideyllic solitude of the Kumbolo lake.

 

PEAK OF MT. SEMERU (3,676 M): For travelling to the peak of Mt Semeru/Mahameru hikers are advised to avoid visiting the creater of "Jonggring Seloka" and southern part of the area due to the toxic gasses and lava path.

 

CEMORO LAWANG: The area is one of the entrance gates to the park from Probolinggo. Some activities can be done here and its surrounding ie: camping, shopping and enjoying the nature scenery of Mt. Bromo and sea of sand, farmland, wild foliage and sturdy trunks plunge to wards the gleamay sand, etc.

 

THE SEA OF SAND: The sea of sand area was declared as a strict Nature reserve in 1919 for the purpose of protecting the extraordinary sea of sand which forms the floor of caldera with diameter 8-10 km. There are several mountains inside the caldera namely: Mt Bromo (2.392 m asl ), Mt Batok (2.470 m asl ), Mt Kursi ( 2.581 m asl ), Mt Watangan ( 2.661 m asl ), and Mt Widodaren ( 2.650 m asl ).  Walking on the sea of sand stepping up on the 249 steps to the rim of smoking crater of Mrt. Bromo. Enjoying the unique crater, watching dawn at Bromo are the main attractions the area.

 

PEAK OF Mt. PANANJAKAN

A spectacular view to the area of Sea of Sand with the Mount Bromo, Batok, and Semeru in the background and the sun rise can be viewed from out look point at peak of Mt Penanjakan ( 2.770 m asl ). To watch the dawn of the day at Mt. Penanjakan you have to be ready on the spot at about 43.00 am.

 

 

 

MT. SEMERU VOLCANO TREKKING

Duration: 05 DAYS / 04 NIGHTS

Start/Finish: SURABAYA AIRPORT

 

DAY 01: SURABAYA – MALANG

Upon arrival at Surabaya Airport, our guide meets you. Transfer by AC coach to Malang . Check in at Splendid Inn, a simple but comfortable accommodation. Rest of the day is .

 

DAY 02: MALANG – TUMPANG – RANUPANI – RANU KUMBOLO

Morning drive to Tumpang Village in half an hour where we change our ride to 4 wheel-drive jeep to reach Ranu Pani Village, the starting point to climb Mt. Semeru. Upon arrival, we start our trekking through the tropical rain forest of Mt. Semeru to Ranu Kumbolo in 3 hours.  Set up our tent for overnight. Meals provided by our guide (B,L,D).

 

DAY 03: RANU KUMBOLO – KALIMATI

We proceed our way to reach the summit camp of Mt. Semeru, Kali Mati campsite in 3 hours trekking. On arrival, our guide team will prepare your lunch while you relax and enjoy the surrounding’s view. Overnight in tent (B, L, D).

 

DAY 04: SUMMIT of MT. SEMERU – RANU KUMBOLO

Early morning wake up! We climb to the summit of Mount Semeru (3,676 M). Reach the crater’s rim in 2,5 hours walking, watch sunrise if arrive early. Taking Photograph and some rest then descend down base camp for breakfast. Trekking back to Ranupani We proceed to Ranukumbolo for another overnight, here you’ll appreciate the beauty of surrounding’s nature (B, L, D).

 

DAY 05: RANU KUMBOLO – RANU PANI – CEMORO LAWANG

Morning after breakfast we return to Ranu Pani Village. By 4 Wheel-drive Jeep, we drive you on to Cemoro Lawang Village crossing the Bromo’s Sea of Sand area for your overnight stay at the closest situated hotel to the Caldera, Bromo Permai Hotel (B, L,D).

 

DAY 06: MT. PANANJAKAN & MT. BROMO – SURABAYA AIRPORT – DEPARTURE

Another early morning wake up! By 4 wheel-drive Jeep we drive you up to Mt. Pananjakan (2,770 M asl) for a spectacular view of sun rise over Mt. Bromo and it’s sea of sand. Trekking up to the rim of Mt. Bromo’s for close up view of it’s smoking crater. Return to hotel for breakfast. By Air-conditioned car we drive you in 3 hours journey to Surabaya Airport for your flight to your next destination (B)

 

 

 

INCLUDED:

* Airport transfers 

* Private land transportation by air-conditioned car/bus

* 4 Wheel-drive Jeep 

* Accommodations as per the itinerary

* Camping gear (Sharing Dome Tent & Kitchen Equipment) for Mt. Semeru Trekking

* Meals as per the itinerary (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)

* Tours & Services as per the itinerary

* Permits and Donations

* English speaking guide

 

 

EXCLUDED:

Flights, Travel insurance, extra meals, Alcoholic beverages and mini bar at Hotel, Laundry and other personal expenses, Optional Tours, Tips and Any expenses due to flight delay or cancellation.

 

WHAT TO BRING:

Good and comfortable trekking shoes, Comfortable suits and T - Shirt, Sandals/slippers, Warm cloth, Rain coats, Day pack, Flash light, Binocular, Camera, Personal medicine and first aid kit and other personal things.

 

 

Important: Before you travel please check your Tour Voucher and Arrival Information for the latest joining instructions. This will be sent to you upon receipt of final payment.

 

All itineraries are subject to change without prior notice.

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