Far East of Bali
Banyuwangi: The Far East of Java
Ijen crater, Osing villages, coffee hills and quiet beaches. A slow guide to the corner of Java that faces Bali.
Banyuwangi
Every guide, story and travel alert about Banyuwangi on Voyael.
Far East of Bali5 minute read
Where to Stay Near Ijen: Banyuwangi, Licin or the Ijen Plateau
Banyuwangi town, the Licin foothills or the cool Ijen plateau: where to sleep before the Ijen night hike, how far each is from the trailhead and who it suits.
Story4 minute read
The Sulphur Carriers of Ijen
For half a century men have carried sulphur out of Ijen's crater on their shoulders. The work, the pay, the trolleys, and how to visit with respect.
News2 minute read
Ijen Crater reopens after a three-week closure for a forest fire
Ijen Crater was closed from 4 to 27 September 2026 while a forest fire burned on its slopes. It reopened on 28 September. What to know before you book.
Destination
Ijen Crater: The Acid Lake at the Eastern Tip of Java
Ijen Crater holds the world's largest highly acidic crater lake. What to expect on the night hike, the blue fire rules, tickets, and when the park is closed.
Far East of Bali8 minute read
How to Get from Bali to Ijen (2026): Ferry, Tours and Tips
Three honest ways to cross from Bali to Ijen in 2026, with online ferry tickets, the time zone change, health letter rules and closure dates.