Ijen Plateau: the Largest Caldera in Java
At the eastern tip of Java – Indonesia, a large caldera region stretching from the catastrophic eruption of an old giant volcano during the Pleistocene geological period, making it the largest caldera in Java with a diameter of 20 km. The complex consists of dozens of small, extinct stratovolcanos, among them formed the crater. With a wide panorama of mountains and natural, it’s no wonder that this region has become a popular tourist destination. Ijen Crater, the only phenomenal crater with the most acidic crater lake in the world, making many people to travel here.
Jampit: the Estate Remote Coffee Plantation
n the Ijen Plateau, there are two plantations managed by PT Perkebunan Nusantara XII — Kalisat Jampit Plantation and Blawan Plantation. Both estates are well known for cultivating Arabica coffee. The Arabica coffee from the Ijen Plateau is internationally recognized as Java Coffee. Its taste is mild, with a balance of bitterness and a slightly sour note, unlike Robusta coffee, which tastes purely bitter. One of the most interesting places to visit in this area is the Jampit Coffee Plantation, which also features a 6-hectare strawberry garden. To reach the plantation, you can start from the three-way junction in Sempol and travel about 14 kilometers. Along the way, you’ll be surrounded by scenic views of coffee plantations stretching across the hills. In the Jampit area, there is a historic building that now serves as a guest house. Although located in a remote area, the Jampit Guest House is well known…
Hiking: to Achieve a Peaceful State of Mind
Hiking is the most cleansing and exhilarating of exercise for me. What I like most about hiking is spending some time away from the busy life where it is always seems like people are running around trying to get somewhere and stressed out. When I am away from the city life, away from the noisy cars driving back and forth sometimes honking at one another, when I am away from this and in an area where I’m more with nature, I just feel at peace, yet revitalized at the same time. Depending on where you’re hiking, your vision will be a lot different from what you see in the city. For me, it’s usually lots of green trees, dense coffee plantation, blue skies with clouds floating, and sunrays passing through the leaves of the trees lighting the pathway in front or nearby. Even though physically, it may seem exhausting, it…
Sam Java Tour Presents a Unique Cigar & Coffee Experience in Collaboration with Griyacerutu
As a travel agency focusing on international travelers, Sam Java Tour is committed to creating unique experiences that combine natural beauty, local culture, and authentic interactions with communities. This October, we are proud to announce a strategic partnership with Griyacerutu, the largest cigar agent in East Java. Through this collaboration, we are expanding our tour services by offering exclusive experiences that allow travelers to enjoy local cigars and coffee as part of their cultural journey in Jember and its surroundings. During the tour, travelers will not only explore stunning natural destinations but also have the opportunity to: 📸 Cultural Experience Gallery (Suggested images to feature on the blog) ✨ Discover East Java’s Authentic Tobacco & Coffee Culture with Us Through this collaboration, Sam Java Tour offers a travel experience that blends natural exploration and cultural immersion — perfect for cigar and coffee enthusiasts, as well as travelers seeking something different.…
The Men Who Mine Volcanoes
The Atlantic : The Men Who Mine Volcanoes – Photos from two days in a sulfurous crater in Indonesia / photo & text by Kevin McElvaney In this photo documentary, the photographer captured Imam shoulders, a witness for the heavy burden is clearly visible even after quit mining for six years.
Marching Into An Active Volcano With The Sulfur Miners Of Ijen, Indonesia
IBTimes: Marching Into An Active Volcano With The Sulfur Miners Of Ijen, IndonesiaPhoto and Text: Mark Johanson
Volcanic Sacrifice at Sulfur Mine
http://www.cbsnews.com/pictures/volcanic-sacrifice-at-sulfur-mine/photo: Ulet Ifansasti
The sight of molten sulphur burning blue flame is phenomenal.
by Olivier Grunewald
Photo essay: The sulfur miners of Ijen, Indonesia
A report from Andrés Vanegas Canosa on his independent trip to Ijen volcano sulfur mine.
Spirit of Kawah Ijen
Check for complete photo set on: http://www.flickr.com/photos/25754476@N06/sets/72157632412175834/ Participate to give the benefit to the sulfur porter. Inspired by the spirit of sulfur porter in Kawah Ijen, we design the tee with Kawah Ijen theme on screen printing. Many more style and color will be added. Therefore, we also invite you for graphic design contribution, selected one will be applied to the next shirt production. Get it directly from us . Every shirt purchased there is a donation to the porter. Please share and support it!. Model: Slamet Abi, a sulfur porterLocation: Kawah IjenProject initiative, 2013