Depart early morning at 05:00 am from your accommodation towards Yogyakarta train station. The train is leaving at 06:00 am to Surabaya and will  arrive at about 10:45 am. Our team will pick you up at the exit gate of the train station and then take you direct to Madakaripura waterfall before heading Bromo accommodation. 

Madakaripura Waterfall, nestled within the lush Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park in East Java, Indonesia, is a hidden gem known for its mystical beauty and historical significance. Surrounded by steep cliffs and dense forest, this towering 200-meter waterfall—one of the tallest in Java—creates an almost otherworldly atmosphere as mist rises from its cascading waters. Legend has it that the waterfall was the final meditation site of Gajah Mada, a powerful military leader of the Majapahit Empire, adding a spiritual allure to its natural splendor. Visitors often describe the experience as magical, with sunlight streaming through the narrow canyon and rain-like droplets falling from the cliffs above, creating a serene and unforgettable escape into nature. After exploring Madakaripura waterfall, then heading to Cemara Lawang Village at your accommodation. 

Cemoro Lawang is a small, highland village perched on the edge of the Tengger Caldera in East Java, Indonesia, serving as the main gateway to the iconic Mount Bromo. With its cool climate, dramatic landscapes, and panoramic views of the smoking volcano, this village has long been a strategic and spiritual settlement for the indigenous Tenggerese people. The Tenggerese, believed to be direct descendants of the Majapahit era, have preserved ancient Hindu traditions in this remote area, distinct from the predominantly Muslim population of Java. Cemoro Lawang plays a central role during the Yadnya Kasada festival, when villagers trek across the Sea of Sand to offer crops, livestock, and prayers into Mount Bromo’s crater, continuing a centuries-old ritual of devotion and gratitude. Beyond its significance as a base for hikers and tourists, Cemoro Lawang remains a living testament to the deep cultural and spiritual roots that still thrive in the shadows of Java’s most famous volcano.

Time Table

– 05:00 am : Leaving accommodation to the train station
– 06:00 am : Yogyakarta train is leaving and towards Surabaya
– 10:45 am : Arrive at Surabaya 
– 12:00 pm : Lunch time
– 02:00 pm : Arrive at Madakaripura Waterfall
– 05:00 pm : Arrive at accommodation at Bromo area