Region in East Java, Indonesia
Mount Bromo
East Java's famous volcano sunrise: a short, cold, very early trip into a smoking crater in a sea of sand. Best as one or two nights from Malang or Surabaya; facilities are basic.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$503–783Comfortable, one person · Rp9M–14MDetails
- Value for money96/100Better value than 95% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–SepWarmest: Oct, 27°CDetails
- Internet51 MbpsFixed broadband, Indonesia medianDetails
- Tap waterNo, drink bottledDrink bottled water; cold nights mean few people drink much, but carry a litre for the climb.Details
- LGBTQ+2/5HostileDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: limitedDetails
- Doctor's visit$5.6–16.8Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundJeep tour (shared or private)Walkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardMostly cashBring cash: jeep drivers, homestays, horses and warungs are cash only; the nearest reliable ATMs are in Probolinggo and Sukapura.Details
Where to stay in Mount Bromo
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Cemoro Lawang | Closest stays to the crater rim; walk to the sunrise viewpoint |
| Ngadisari | Quieter village below the rim with simple homestays |
| Probolinggo | Cheap overnight stop for buses and trains before the climb |
Apps that work in Mount Bromo
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- Bluebird: Reliable metered taxis booked by app
- Traveloka: Domestic flights, trains and hotels
- Love Bali: Paying the Bali tourist levy
- Taxis: No ride apps reach the caldera. Book jeeps and transfers through your guesthouse or at the official jeep association counters.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Indonesia.
- Mostly cash Bring cash: jeep drivers, homestays, horses and warungs are cash only; the nearest reliable ATMs are in Probolinggo and Sukapura.
- Currency: Rupiah (IDR). US$1 ≈ Rp17,883.05 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Use ATMs inside banks or malls (skimming happens in Bali); limits often 2.5–3 million IDR; some banks add fees.
- Tipping: Not expected; restaurants often add service charge and 10% tax ('++'). Tip drivers, guides and spa staff for good service.
- Paying by phone: QRIS codes everywhere; some Asian banking apps scan them. Cards and phone wallets work in Bali and Jakarta.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Complete the free All Indonesia arrival declaration (immigration, customs, health) online or in its app within 3 days before arrival.
- Nationalities eligible for a visa on arrival can buy the e-VOA in advance on the official immigration e-visa site.
- Bali charges foreign visitors a one-time tourist levy, payable online through the official Love Bali site or app.
Emergency numbers
Police 110 · Ambulance 118 · Fire 113 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Airport counters sell tourist SIMs at a mark-up; city outlets are cheaper. Passport needed for registration. Telkomsel has the widest coverage. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
- Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
- Wonderful Indonesia (Ministry of Tourism)
- KAI (Indonesian railways)
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