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Hiked Through Hell, Found Heaven: Bromo & Ijen Adventure

Forget Woodstock, folks, this trip was where I truly saw fire! My adventure with my travel buddy [@lovestarisha] wasn't quite the fiery inferno of the lyrics, but the volcanic landscapes of Bromo and Ijen were nothing short of breathtaking. Bromo's lunar-like terrain of ash and smoke stole my breath away. We may have missed the electric blue flames at Ijen (thanks, Mother Nature!), but sunrise over the turquoise crater lake was pure magic. **This wasn't a walk in the park (well, maybe a dusty horse ride across a sea of sand! )** It was a full-on adventure, pushing both our bodies and minds. Every mountain I climb, from Bromo to Rinjani, seems to whisper the same message: the call of the wild is real. ⛰️ The quiet power and timeless beauty of these giants make you feel small, yet strangely alive. Reaching the summit takes more than just muscle - it's a mental battle, a test of grit against exhaustion and self-doubt. There were tears, there were struggles, but through it all, there was growth. The views are incredible, for sure, but it's the journey itself that leaves its mark. This trip wasn't just about conquering peaks, it was about conquering ourselves. **Here's a glimpse into our fiery adventure:** * **Day 1:** Checked in at Bromo Terrace Hotel - our launching pad for the adventure! * **Day 2:** Jaw-dropping Milky Way tour and sunrise hike near Mount Bromo. We crossed the epic Sea of Sand on horseback (like something out of a Western!), climbed 250 stairs to the Bromo crater rim, and then drove for 6 hours to Dialoog Banyuwangi. * **Day 3:** Dialoog Banyuwangi was our oasis of calm - massages and high tea, anyone? ♀️ ☕️ * **Day 4:** Hiked 2-3 hours to the Ijen summit, descended 45 minutes to the crater lake (worth every step!), and drove 6 hours back to Surabaya. * **Day 5:** Headed home, forever changed. ✈️ #mountainbromo #mountainijen So, if you're looking for a trip that will push you to your limits and leave you with memories that burn bright, then Bromo and Ijen are calling your name!** 📍Address: Mount bromo, Mount Ijen
Posted: Jul 4, 2024
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