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Best Volcano Tours in Indonesia: 15 Craters You Can Stand On

72 tours  ·  from $25

A hundred and thirty active volcanoes, and a handful you can stand on before breakfast. These 15 cover Batur and Agung in Bali, Bromo and Ijen in Java and Rinjani on Lombok, with fitness notes and prices.

Borobudur Sunrise from setumbu Hill , Merapi Volcano & Prambanan Full Day Tour - Climbing Borobudur with a scheduled entry
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Borobudur Sunrise from setumbu Hill , Merapi Volcano & Prambanan Full Day Tour

1.Borobudur Sunrise from setumbu Hill , Merapi Volcano & Prambanan Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,030 reviews · from $105Our pick

Start around 4:00 AM at Setumbu Hill for sunrise over Borobudur, then climb Borobudur, ride a Jeep around Merapi Volcano, and finish at Prambanan. This private 12-hour tour includes transport, entrance fees, an English-speaking driver-guide, and the Merapi Jeep. Guides such as Arma, Bima, Thomas, and Matteas are noted for flexibility and helpful local insight.

“My guide Thomas was great. Made sure I had a good time and was comfortable all day. He was very knowledgeable about Yogyakarta and took me too a great authentic Indonesian restaurant for lunch.”

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Ubud: Downhill Cycling with Volcano, Rice Terraces and Meal - A downhill route made for casual cyclists
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Ubud: Downhill Cycling with Volcano, Rice Terraces and Meal

2.Ubud: Downhill Cycling with Volcano, Rice Terraces and Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 536 reviews · from $36

Start near Mount Batur with volcano and lake views, then ride about 18km downhill through rice fields and villages. Guides such as Dika, Agus, Eddie, and August share insight into Balinese family life, farming, schools, and temples. The small four-person group, equipment, transport, insurance, bottled water, and lunch are included.

“Our family of 4 had the best time, 95% downhill - yeeyah! Learnt heaps about the cultures around Bali from Dika, he was knowledgeable, easy to understand, funny and made things fun and he kept it at a good pace too. Beautiful scenery, interesting local details shared. Also great comms, pick-up and driving was great, cycle equipment fab, buffet meal at the end was delicious. I would totally recommend to anyone thinking to do it.”

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Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food - The early ride from Jakarta to Subang
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Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

3.Jakarta: Volcano, Tea/Rice Fields, Hot Spring, Local Food

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 515 reviews · 14 hours · from $114

Leave Jakarta early for a full day in Java’s highlands. With an English-speaking guide such as Rizky, Bryan, Nanda, or Vincent, you’ll visit Tangkuban Parahu Volcano, taste honey pineapple and mangosteen, see rice and tea fields, learn about kopi luwak, eat local food, and soak at Sari Ater Hot Springs. Expect a long but varied day with up to 10 people.

“Intensive day with nice support of guide and driver.”

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Active Volcano, Rice Field, Hot Spring, Fruit market, Tea Plantation with Lunch - A short look at rice farming near Subang
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Active Volcano, Rice Field, Hot Spring, Fruit market, Tea Plantation with Lunch

4.Active Volcano, Rice Field, Hot Spring, Fruit market, Tea Plantation with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 513 reviews · from $110

Travel from Jakarta into West Java with an English-speaking guide, stopping at a fruit market, village rice fields, Tangkuban Perahu Volcano, a tea plantation, and Ciater Hot Springs. Lunch, fruit and tea tastings, transport, and entrance fees are included. Guides may include Bryan, Rizky, Vincent, Mitchell, or Tio.

“We are a group of six friends and everyone enjoyed the tour and greatly appreciated the friendliness and guidance provided by tour guide Bryan a nd the driver Michael”

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Private Guided to The White Crater & Surrounding Areas Tour - Starting above Mount Patuha at Sunan Ibu
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Private Guided to The White Crater & Surrounding Areas Tour

5.Private Guided to The White Crater & Surrounding Areas Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 298 reviews · from $45

Build your own Bandung day around Kawah Putih, Rengganis Crater, tea country, lakes, or northern sights. Your private driver-guide picks you up anywhere in Bandung, handles the long roads, and adjusts the pace. Guides such as Adis, Budi, Steven, Riani, and Cokey are noted for friendly service, local insight, and careful driving.

“Mr. Ardis was a very knowledgable and talkative tour operator. He owns this company so he will make everything possible to accomodate your needs. As this is a private tour its very flexible in terms of timing. The White Crater and Hot Spring were amazing. I highly recommend.”

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Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour - Borobudur and the climb to the upper levels
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Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour

6.Borobudur(climb up), Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 297 reviews · from $125

Spend about 12 hours visiting Borobudur with climb access, riding a 4x4 Jeep near Mount Merapi, and exploring Prambanan. A private driver-guide such as Fajar, Pras, or Hendra handles the long day, hotel pickup, tickets, and transport. Lunch and temple guides cost extra.

“Echo the driver was a very professional tour guide with good English and a command of the situation where ever we went.”

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Active Volcanoes Bromo and Ijen - Start Surabaya 3 Days and 2 Nights - Day two: a 3:30 a.m. start at King Kong Hill
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Active Volcanoes Bromo and Ijen – Start Surabaya 3 Days and 2 Nights

7.Active Volcanoes Bromo and Ijen – Start Surabaya 3 Days and 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 292 reviews · from $325

Travel from Surabaya to Mt. Bromo and Ijen Crater in three demanding days. You’ll stay at Lava View and Ijen View, ride a 4WD Jeep across Bromo’s Sand Sea, hike to the crater rim, and visit Ijen after midnight for its blue fire. Drivers such as Robbi, Didik, Nendra, and Catur have earned praise for careful, helpful service.

“Highly recommend. Nendra my guide was great. The volcanos were top notch. Where Bromo was a bit more busy but the views breathtaking, Ijen is the real gem. You have to work for it, though.”

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Highlights of Ubud & Mount Batur Volcano - Private Day Trip - The Monkey Forest: macaques and a humid start
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Highlights of Ubud & Mount Batur Volcano – Private Day Trip

8.Highlights of Ubud & Mount Batur Volcano – Private Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 274 reviews · from $60

Spend about 10 hours touring Ubud and Mount Batur in a private, air-conditioned car. Visit the Monkey Forest, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, Ubud Market, and Ubud Palace, with buffet lunch overlooking Mount Batur. Guides such as Hendra, Wayan, Agung, and Dika are praised for clear explanations, patience, and helpful photography.

“Our tour guide Surya was amazing, knowledge, and very considerate. He went out of this way to make sure we understood the history of Ubud. He didn’t rush us. We greatly appreciate him for all his help!”

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Full Day Kintamani Volcano View and Ubud Village Tour - Starting with the Barong and Keris dance
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Full Day Kintamani Volcano View and Ubud Village Tour

9.Full Day Kintamani Volcano View and Ubud Village Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 183 reviews · from $65

This private 10-hour Bali tour pairs a Barong and Keris dance with Ubud’s Monkey Forest, Tegallalang Rice Terrace, Tirta Empul Temple, Celuk silver village, and a buffet lunch overlooking Mt. Batur. An English-speaking driver such as Teddy, Arsa, Naya, Ayu, or Putu Lencong handles the roads, stops, and local explanations.

“I had amazing two days tour of North and Central Bali with Bali Golden Tour. My tour guide Dirga was amazing, he explained to me everything in details due to which I understood the local culture and traditions more.”

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2D1N Senaru Crater Rim Trekking - The campsite: simple, comfortable, and useful
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2D1N Senaru Crater Rim Trekking

10.2D1N Senaru Crater Rim Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $156

This private 2-day trek climbs from Senaru to Mount Rinjani’s 2,641-meter crater rim. Your guide and porters carry camp gear, cook meals, and set up a tent with mattresses, pillows, sleeping bags, and a toilet tent. Guides including Mario, Lim, Benji, Anton, Rudy, and Rudi have led groups on this route.

“Aventure inoubliable pour le cratère du Mont Rinjani. Mention spéciale à notre guide Rudy alias Speedy et son frère qui nous ont accompagné dans le rire et la bonne humeur. Je recommande à 100%. J’avais un peu d’appréhension en partant tout seul mais la team était géniale ( 2 japonais et 3 français ). Attention : Le treak s’arrête à 2600 m et non au top à 3700m où il faut 3 jours pour y arriver !”

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Mount Rinjani 2 Days 1 Night Senaru Crater Rim

11.Mount Rinjani 2 Days 1 Night Senaru Crater Rim

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 131 reviews · from $165

Trek Mount Rinjani from Senaru over two days, passing through tropical forest to a crater-rim camp above Lake Segara Anak. Guides such as Jordy, Eddie, Madhy, and Anci have led this route. Expect meals, camping gear, porters, sunrise, sunset, and views toward Mount Agung and the Gili Islands. The climb is beginner-friendly in format, but still physically demanding.

“We did the 2 day 1 night hike with Jordy as our guide. He was absolutely amazing and made the experience very enjoyable. Definitely recommend booking with this tour group!”

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3D2N - Mount Bromo, Tumpak Sewu, Kawah Ijen Crater start from Malang or Surabaya - Day three: Ijen Crater and the blue fire question
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3D2N – Mount Bromo, Tumpak Sewu, Kawah Ijen Crater start from Malang or Surabaya

12.3D2N – Mount Bromo, Tumpak Sewu, Kawah Ijen Crater start from Malang or Surabaya

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · from $201

You’ll visit Tumpak Sewu Waterfall, watch sunrise from Mount Bromo, and hike Ijen Crater for its blue fire. Smartway Indonesia Tours provides private road transport, two nights of budget or premium lodging, breakfasts, park fees, an Ijen gas mask, and local guides such as Rifki. Expect shared 4WD jeep rides and two midnight starts.

“It was a great experience, a great adventure. Certainly you are tired after the 3 days but it was great! We did it when we were still in jet lag so it wasn't hard to get up! We advise you to do it like this! A real adventure a la Indiana Jones with jeep and beautiful scenery!Auto-translated”

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Kintamani Lake & Volcano Tour - Batubulan’s barong dance starts the morning with drama
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Kintamani Lake & Volcano Tour

13.Kintamani Lake & Volcano Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 104 reviews · from $67

Spend about eight hours exploring Bali’s cultural and volcanic highlights with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see a barong dance, Mas woodcarving, Goa Gajah, Mount Batur, Lake Batur, holy springs, and Celuk’s silver workshops. Pickup is offered from many south Bali hotels, though lunch, drinks, and some pickup charges cost extra.

“I was as lucky as to have Anto as my guide and even luckier to be the only person on the tour and being treated close to a royalty. Anto and the driver arrived to pick me up at the hotel in time. From there, we headed to the Barong Dance show Read more”

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Ubud Volcano Lake and Natural Hot Spring Tour - Batur Natural Hot Spring: warm water with a lake view
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Ubud Volcano Lake and Natural Hot Spring Tour

14.Ubud Volcano Lake and Natural Hot Spring Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $35Best value

You’ll travel by private car and guide from Ubud to Tegalalang Rice Terrace, Mount Batur, Batur Natural Hot Spring, Tirta Empul Temple, and Tegenungan Waterfall. Guides such as Agung Rai, Desna, Leo, and Wayan have been praised for flexibility, clear explanations, and careful driving. Lunch and entrance fees depend on the option you book.

“Amazing Tour! My wife and I had a great time. Our tour guide Berata was excellent, he was very knowledgeable about places we visited and gave us an unforgettable tour. Berata guided us through each venue and then would give us time tRead more”

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Borobudur, Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Private Tour - Borobudur: the day’s essential stop
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Borobudur, Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Private Tour

15.Borobudur, Merapi Volcano and Prambanan Temple Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 97 reviews · from $50

Spend about 12 hours visiting Borobudur and Prambanan temples, then ride a 4x4 Jeep on Mount Merapi. Your private driver handles transport and timing, with guides such as Budi, Vega, Tanto, or Thoriq assigned when available. Check your booking carefully for temple climb access and language support.

“Tra i vari tour praticamente identici, scelgo questo offerto da viator, perché nonostante avesse un prezzo maggiore rispetto agli altri, prevedeva la guida in italiano (scelta effettuata subito in fase di prenotazione). Il giorno antecedente al tour ricevo un messaggio dall'autista in inglese e chiedo subito se parlasse italiano e mi dice di no, così scrivo all'agenzia e mi dicono che i loro autisti parlano solo inglese, e che per Borobudur non era possibile avere la guida in italiano (caxxata perché ho sentito delle guide italiane) e per il Pranbanan si sarebbe informato. Il giorno del tour mi scrive l'agenzia e dice che la guida in italiano non era disponibile…”

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