Bromo Trip 2015

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Last weekend, I went to Bromo with my family. We went there on Saturday night, and arrived on Sunday at dawn. It was very cold when we arrived, I have already worn 3 layers of clothing and yet still shivers from the cold. If you forgot to bring beanie or gloves, there are actually a lot of people who sell it there. You can also buy masks to protect you from the dust or the sulphuric gases, just in case.

We directly met with the jeep driver as we have booked earlier, and went to Bukit King Kong (which is one of the sunrise view points there). It was still 2 a.m. and we have to wait for the sunrise, but because we arrived earlier, we were able to get the spot in front while other people queue in the back. The drawback though, is that we have to wait for a long time in the midst of a cold temperature. The sky above was amazing, there are an enormous number of stars that we can see, and I even saw a falling star once. Too bad I couldn't take pictures because I didn't bring my SLR :(



The sky had started to spark a little crimson on 5 a.m, and it was MUCH better in real life compared to the picture. The color combination was breathtaking, I really felt like painting it directly on a canvas. All the long waiting time and surviving the cold was worth it.



From Bukit King Kong, you can also see the mountain area and it was so beautiful. It feels like the mountain were actually close to us, combined with the beautiful sky and the mist around the mountain.


The sun had finally risen high and bright, and it was around 6 a.m. After taking a few pictures around, we walk back to where our jeep parked to go to the next spot, which is where we were supposed to see the Bromo's crater. 



On our way back to our jeep, I saw a teal-colored jeep, which is my favorite colour. I just couldn't resist taking a picture. #RideGoal


After a long way down, we arrived and book a horse as a way of transportation to the bottom of the stairs to the crater. As we arrived on the spot where the horse were supposed to stop, we can walk around and take pictures in front of the mountain.


There were also a lot of people who sell Edelweiss flowers or the so called 'Eternity Flowers'. Some sell it in a form of a bouquet, and some are shaped into a doll. As we reach the bottom of the stairs, we then climbed our way up through around 200 steps. Don't worry if you're tired, because there are actually 3 spots in between the stairs for people to take a rest and took a picture.



The crater was huge and we were so high above that it is quite scary. It is bordered with a fence, but you are advised to be careful and not to lean on the fence. On our way back down, I snap a few pictures from the rest area.


After riding back on the horse to go back to our jeep, we then drive to the next spot which is Bukit Teletubbies. I think it was called that way because it actually resembles the hills on the child show Teletubbies. As it was quite a dry season, the plants around is easily burnt and you are advised not to smoke or light a fire. 



For me, the hills around is very beautiful and it is kinda unbelievable that Indonesia have this kind of place. It felt like we were somewhere out of the country, since the scenery around was so magnificent.

We then arrived on Bukit Teletubbies. My driver actually showed us the real one, and told us that some driver might bring you to another similar spot which is much less beautiful, but closer from the crater, in order for them to save up on their fuel. They only did this to people who came there for the first time, so I suggest you directly asked for the real Bukit Teletubbies if you are going to travel there. 







We went pass the fake Bukit Teletubbies, and it pretty much was one big hill and it was very crowded with people. The original one was far better. It is a huge spot for you to walk around, and surrounded by green and huge hills all around. It was around 8 a.m. and it's getting warmer, so I put my jacket off and only left with 2 layers of clothing. 


(The squad minus Papa who chose to slept in the car)

Our last spot after Bukit Teletubbies is a place called Pasir Berbisik (Whispering Sands). It was called that way because sometimes when there are winds that breeze through, it sounded like the sands are whispering. 



Aside from the desert, there are also a few rocks there for people to sit around and take pictures with. 


It was 10 a.m. and after taking a few pictures around, we got back to the jeep and drive back to the car parking lot. We then change to a shirt or sandal, as it is hot already. Afterwards, we drive back to Surabaya, and that was my weekend getaway :) 

I hope you enjoy this post and I hope that this can help people who are planning to visit Bromo. I think that it is recommended for people who actually enjoy travelling around or adventurer who likes to see the nature. Do ask me if you need any further information regarding the trip and I would help as best as I can :) 

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