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Central Java: Mount Lawu Guided Hike and Camping Adventure

By LJ Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is ฿3,725 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

  • Feel the thrill of hiking up Mount Lawu and camping under the stars
  • Enjoy a scenic trek through lush forests and expansive savanna fields
  • Camp at designated spots with stunning views of the surrounding mountains
  • Experience a breathtaking sunrise at the summit of Hargo Dumilah
  • Discover cultural landmarks like Hargo Dalem and Warung Mbok Yem

Activity location

    • Mount Merapi
    • Central Java, Central Java, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • jl base camp pos 1 cemoro sewu, Kali Jumok, Sarangan, Kec. Plaosan, Kabupaten Magetan, Jawa Timur 63361, Indonesia | The meeting place is a public and well-known location, details are listed above. Our guide will be ready before you arrive, and your contact information will be provided beforehand.
    • Kecamatan Plaosan, Jawa Timur, Indonesia

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Mount Lawu Guided Camping Hike (All-inclusive)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

This all-inclusive adventure takes care of every detail, from permits and experienced local guides to camping equipment, meals, and porter support, allowing you to focus entirely on the journey, truly immersive mountain experience

Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30
Price details
฿12,912.29 x 1 Adult฿12,912.29
Total
Price is ฿12,912.29

Mount Lawu Guided Day Hike (Transfer not included)

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option offers a choice of services that does not include transport. You can use your own transport or ours; just have cash ready.
Our transport:

  1. IDR750,000 -> 1-4 people
  2. IDR950,000 -> 5-6 people
  3. IDR1,600,000 -> 7-12 people
Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00
Price details
฿3,724.99 x 1 Adult฿3,724.99
Total
Price is ฿3,724.99

Mount Lawu Guided Sunrise Hike (Transfer not included)

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This option offers a choice of services that does not include transport. You can use your own transport or ours; just have cash ready.
Our transport:

  1. IDR800,000 for 1-4 people
  2. IDR900,000 for 5-6 people
  3. IDR1,650,000 for 7-12 people
Language options: English
Starting time: 20:00
Price details
฿3,858.63 x 1 Adult฿3,858.63
Total
Price is ฿3,858.63
Until Tue, 5 May

Mount Lawu Guided Day Hike (All-inclusive)

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Experience a hassle-free adventure with a guided day hike on Mount Lawu. This all-inclusive tour covers permits, expert guides, meals, and essential support, allowing you to focus on the journey. Perfect for those seeking a rewarding hike in a single day.

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00
Price details
฿6,380.86 x 1 Adult฿6,380.86
Total
Price is ฿6,380.86

Mount Lawu Guided Sunrise Hike (All-inclusive)

  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

A guided sunrise hike on Mount Lawu typically takes 6–8 hours return, making it ideal for travellers seeking a short yet unforgettable trekking experience. Offers the perfect combination of adventure, safety, & cultural discovery in the heart of Java.

Language options: English
Starting time: 20:00
Price details
฿6,569.08 x 1 Adult฿6,569.08
Total
Price is ฿6,569.08
Until Tue, 5 May

Mount Lawu Guided Camping Hike (Transfer not included)

  • Activity duration is 2 days2d
    2d
  • English

This option offers a choice of services that does not include transport. You can use your own transport or ours; just have cash ready.
Our transport:

  1. IDR1.300,000 -> 1-4 people
  2. IDR1.800.000 -> 5-6 people
  3. IDR3,600,000 -> 7-12 people
Language options: English
Starting time: 7:30
Price details
฿8,376.05 x 1 Adult฿8,376.05
Total
Price is ฿8,376.05
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What's included, what's not

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    Hotel pick-up & drop-off Yogyakarta city area (All-inclusive option)
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    Transport for transfer (All-inclusive option)
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    Porter (Camping Hike option)
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    Trekking Pole
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    Headlamp (Camping Hike & Overnight hike option)
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    Raincoat
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    Camping equipment (Camping Hike option)
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    Fuel (All-inclusive option)
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    Parking fees (All-inclusive option)
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    Mineral water (All-inclusive option)
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    Breakfast (Camping Hike & Overnight Hike option)
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    Lunch (Camping Hike & Day Hike option)
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    Dinner (Camping Hike option)
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    Entrance fee
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    Hiking Guide
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    Personal expenses
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    Pick-up & Drop-off Service (Outside Yogyakarta city)
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    Optional programme
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    Service charge

What you can expect

Begin your adventure at Cemoro Sewu or Cemoro Kandang, both well-established basecamps with clear trails and good facilities. Start your trek through lush montane forests filled with pine trees and mountain vegetation, gradually opening into expansive savanna fields as you gain elevation.

Compared to steeper volcanoes like Mount Sumbing, Mount Lawu offers a more gradual ascent, making it suitable for beginners with good fitness as well as seasoned trekkers looking for a scenic overnight hike.

Set up camp at one of the designated camping spots along the trail. Areas around Pos 3 or near Hargo Dalem are popular choices, offering relatively flat ground and stunning views of the surrounding mountains. As night falls, temperatures drop significantly, but the clear skies often reveal a spectacular canopy of stars, creating a calm and memorable mountain atmosphere.

Wake up early for the final ascent to Hargo Dumilah, the highest point, where you’ll be greeted with breathtaking views above the clouds. From the summit, see distant peaks such as Mount Merapi and Mount Merbabu, along with rolling hills and valleys stretching across Java.

Along the trail, encounter historic sites such as the revered Hargo Dalem and the legendary Warung Mbok Yem—the highest food stall in Java—where warm meals and drinks are available near the summit. These elements add a unique cultural dimension to the trekking experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Mount Merapi
    • Central Java, Central Java, Indonesia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • jl base camp pos 1 cemoro sewu, Kali Jumok, Sarangan, Kec. Plaosan, Kabupaten Magetan, Jawa Timur 63361, Indonesia | The meeting place is a public and well-known location, details are listed above. Our guide will be ready before you arrive, and your contact information will be provided beforehand.
    • Kecamatan Plaosan, Jawa Timur, Indonesia