Track to Kawah Ijen Crater and Sunrise View Trek(edit)

9.8km Length 604m Elevation gain 3h 50m Estimated time Out & back Discover this 9.8-km out-and-back trail near Banyuwangi, East Java. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 3 h 50 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking and walking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Mount Ijen is like no other volcano in the world. It is home to the world’s largest acidic crater lake and the site of a dangerous sulfur mining operation. This volcano radiates the natural phenomenon known as the electric blue flames, which can only be seen in two places in the entire world: Java in Indonesia and Iceland. The path to Mount Ijen is quite difficult, rocky, and steep. To hike this mountain, you need a local guide to take you to the area of blue flames and the sunrise viewpoint. It is also recommended that you bring a special mask because of the sulfur smell.

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伊真火山 藍火焰