Ijen Crater is never empty of visitors because it has the beauty of a crater with blue flames. This mountain, which has a height of up to 2,443 meters above sea level, is located between two districts, namely between Banyuwangi and Bondowoso. The eruption of the Ijen crater was recorded in 1999.
In the western part of the crater there is a dam which was created during the Dutch era. The aim is to avoid the Ijen crater overflowing.
Climbing to the top of Ijen Crater takes up to 3 to 4 hours to reach the top. Before deciding to go on holiday there, let’s first look at the information about Mount Ijen and how to visit.
The blue fire phenomenon in the Ijen crater usually appears at 02.00-04.00 WIB.
The blue flames in the dark of night created such a beautiful light. Because of its beauty, many domestic and foreign tourists are willing to climb at night and in the cold to reach the blue fire in the Ijen Crater. The Enchantment of Mount Ijen Crater Tourism
Ijen Crater is a crater that originates from Mount Ijen and has a number of interesting panoramas for you to visit. Offers natural views that can provide a sense of calm for visitors.
Even though the way to get there requires a fairly difficult climb, you won’t lose anything once you reach the top. Because you can see the beauty of Blue Fire. This is a view of the blue fire coming from the Ijen crater. You can only see this phenomenon when it is dark or at night.
This is the best and unique side of Mount Ijen. Where tourists can see the beauty of the Blue Fire at night. The water in the crater is almost the same as the Ciwidey White Crater in Bandung. With a turquoise color and the edge of the cliff is white.
. Mount Ijen Sunrise, Mount Ijen is not only about blue fire, but also about the sunrise, which is worth enjoying at the top of the Ijen crater. August is the best time (golden time) to enjoy the sunrise on Mount Ijen, because the sun’s position is not blocked by the mountains around the Ijen Crater.
To get to the Ijen Crater tourist attraction, you can travel from the city of Banyuwangi to Paltuding. There is also a counter there that opens in the early hours of the morning at 01:00. The travel route when climbing from Paltuding is very easy because it only consists of one path. From the direction of Paltuding to the Ijen crater it takes up to 3 hours to climb.
If you want to see the view of the Blue Fire, you must arrive before 03:40 in the morning. This means you have to be even faster so you don’t miss this phenomenon. Indeed, the Ijen crater route is quite tiring because the road is all uphill. If you are not used to climbing mountains, you will need extra energy.
Attraction of Mount Ijen Crater
Ijen Crater Tourism is located in East Java and is one of the Ijen tourist nature reserves. The mountain crater has an area of up to 20 square km. Apart from that, it is surrounded by a caldera wall which has a height of up to 500 meters. The acid content in the crater is almost close to zero with a temperature of 200 degrees Celsius.
Natural Phenomenon of Blue Fire / Blue Fire Ijen Crater
If you want to see the natural beauty more clearly, it is best to climb early in the morning. Ijen Crater holds a miracle in the form of Blue Fire or blue fire at the bottom of the crater. So this is one of the things that is unique and attractive there. The blue fire comes from a dry sulfuric liquid. Until in the end it will become a mining material that is often used by local residents. You can see this blue fire phenomenon when it is dark.
Blue fire or Blue Fire in Ijen Crater is the phenomenon of the release of sulfur gas which emerges from rock crevices with temperatures of up to 600 degrees Celsius and meets the surrounding air. This is what makes blue fire look like blue fire.
Open Trip Ijen Crater Banyuwangi
This Ijen Crater Tour has cheap packages for tourists. The package is called the Ijen Crater Banyuwangi Open Trip which is managed by Tour Banyuwangi. In fact, this package is held every day and is very cheap. In this package, you can go together with other tourists. With the conclusion that all costs will be borne jointly, such as transport costs and guide costs.
If you use this Ijen Open Trip package, you will also get benefits. First, the cost of the tour is cheaper than a private tour and you don’t need to worry about other transportation problems. In fact, this is easier and more practical because it has been arranged and you just have to go.
But if you want to be alone with your partner to be more calm, you can pay privately. So you don’t join other people. Of course the price is a bit expensive, because it’s just the two of you. That’s the comparison. Have a good holiday and enjoy the beauty of the Ijen crater.
One more thing.
If you take my tour then you will not get additional fees. Namely gas mask and flashlight.
As closing words. Have fun and always be careful during the climb. Follow the directions given by your guide.
Thank you.