The beautifully dangerous Mt Ijen

Known for its blue flames and acidic lake, Mt Ijen is a beauty that cannot be missed if you’re to visit Surabaya. As someone who actively hates cardio exercises, the climb to the blue flames was much of a challenge considering the sandy slopes and uneven rocks. We started our climb at 2am. It was chilly and super dark, but if you’re lucky you might be able to see the Milky Way. The entire climb took around 3 hours, with around 2 hours 15 min uphill and 45 minutes defending. The view was worth every bit of sweat and sore leg muscles. It’s mesmerizing to think that nature is capable of producing such a wonder. Folks who hates cardio like me, I do recommend considering their human trolley (otherwise known as the “Lamborghini”) it makes things so much easier #travelanywhere