Hendrie Oktaviannur
21 Sep 2019 - 11 min read
with David John Schaap
The Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park never fails to capture the hearts of people including this extreme sports addict, David John Schaap.
”Bromo is one of my favorite destinations. Not just because I get the chance to pursue my hobby, but also because there are so many places here with beautiful landscape and cool weather to boot. For those who want to enjoy magnificent mountain sceneries which offer easy access, Bromo is the answer,” David claimed.
To prove it, we asked David along to traverse every corner and try out a multitude of activities in Bromo Tengger Semeru. Want to know how it’s like? We invite you to explore Bromo Tengger Semeru through David’s eyes and in his own words.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (1 hour from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Tips:Start your journey as early as possible (we recommend starting around 3:00 a.m.) to avoid having to navigate your way through the crowd for the best spots to view the sunrise.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (45 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Tips: Be respectful of the local customs because the Tengger tribe often makes this place their offering spot.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (50 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Tips: Choose this place to save traveling time if you are planning to visit other tourist destinations surrounding Mount Bromo because it is located at a lower altitude compared to other sunrise-viewing spots.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (20 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo).
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Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (2.5 hours from Ngadisari Village in Sukapura District, Probolinggo).
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Tips: We recommend starting your trip in Lumajang instead of Probolinggo due to the lighter traffic from Lumajang.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (50 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or 20 minutes from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Tips:Come between 07:00 – 08:00 a.m. and prepare to be captivated by the view of the fog-covered hills as the morning sun rays gently sweep over it.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (1 hour from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (1.5 hours from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (45 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or 30 minutes from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Tips:Prepare a mask to cover your nose and mouth from the sand and dust.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (Ngadisari Village in Sukapura District, Probolinggo).
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Tips:This is a relatively new place to visit so many tour guides and drivers may not be familiar with this place. Ask the locals in the village if you need more information.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (45 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Location: The Whispering Sand, Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
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A tip from David:“There are many types of trail bikes and not all of them are made for jumping stunts.”
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (Ranu Pani, Senduro, Lumajang District, Jawa Timur).
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Tips:Come before 05:00 a.m. to see thick fog floating over the lake as the landscape catches the morning sun.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (1.5 hours from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo, or from Wonokitri/Tosari entry point in Pasuruan).
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Location: Teletubbies Hill, Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
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Location: Teletubbies Hill, Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park
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Tips: You can choose any breakfast menu that your heart desires, be it Indonesian cuisine or other international menus.
Location: Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park (30 minutes from Cemoro Lawang entry point in Sukapura District, Probolinggo).
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Tips: We recommend biking in the afternoon at around 03:00 – 04:00 p.m. when the sun is starting to set and you can interact with the friendly villagers as they make their way home from their farms.
Private villa for the whole family.
Jalan Raya Bromo, Desa Sapikerep, Sukapura, Probolinggo, Jawa Timur.
Luxurious resort with a strategic location.
Jalan Raya Bromo , Wonotoro, Sukapura, Probolinggo, Jawa Timur.
A resort with many exciting activities to offer.
Ngadiwono, Tosari, Pasuruan, Jawa Timur.
A comfortable and eco-friendly lodging.
Desa Sapikerep Sukapura, Sukapura, Probolinggo, Jawa Timur.
Bromo Tengger Semeru can be accessed through the Juanda Airport in Surabaya. Almost all major airports in Indonesia have direct flights to Surabaya.
You can also access Bromo Tengger Semeru through the Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport in Malang. Only certain cities like Jakarta, Surabaya, Bali and Balikpapan offer direct flights to this airport.
There are many options to get to Bromo Tengger Semeru, starting from: car rentals, public transport or hiring a tour guide. For a more convenient option, we recommend hiring a tour guide that will pick you up from the Juanda Airport in Surabaya or the Abdul Rachman Saleh Airport in Malang. The tour package prices vary, starting from Rp278.000/person.
Within half a day, you can cover most of the tourist destinations in Bromo Tengger Semeru which includes seeing the sunrise at Penanjakan I, visiting the crater of Mount Bromo, Luhur Ponten Temple, Teletubbies Hill and The Whispering Sand. A tour package starts from Rp 287.000/person inclusive of a driver, gas and an entry ticket to Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park.