Bali and Java

Name: Bali and Java
Brand: Sapna Reddy
Price: 1500.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

13th to 22nd September 2026

This trip is dedicated to exploring the diverse and incredibly beautiful landscapes of Indonesia. From prehistoric jungles to active volcanoes, stunning beaches to giant waterfalls this destination is inundated with immense photographic potential.

Bali known as the "Land of the Gods" for its unparalleled natural beauty and diversity is by far one of the most sought after destinations in Asia. Warm sandy beaches, volcanic mountains, lush tropical forests, spectacular waterfalls and verdant paddy fields offer a plethora of subjects to choose from. For a nature photographer few locations in the world can offer so many opportunities condensed into a single region. A permeative sense of serenity in the setting of a tropical paradise makes it easy to be creative and to generate images that are representative of the mood evoked in such idyllic settings.

East Java is a photographer's dream come true when it comes to capturing unique landscapes in settings that defy imagination. You will be transported into a world where any direction you point your camera there is a picture to be made.

Activity Level : Moderate. Porters and transportation to top of Mt. Ijen can be arranged if you prefer not to hike.

Group size: Maximum of 6 participants.

We will be exploring Java first starting with Bromo Volcano. You will be photographing an active volcano at dawn as well as at night. At sunrise it's not unusual to see fog swirling at the base of the volcano just as smoke is emitted from the top. We will be shooting the volcano at night for a completely different perspective under the moonlight. The foothills of Mount Bromo will serve as a backdrop for photographing the majestic horses and their riders as they gallop across the landscape at sunset.

For the next segment of our adventure we travel to Tumpak Sewu. Imagine a place with a thousand waterfalls cascading down into the lush gorge against the majestic mountain backdrop. More spectacular than the fictitious Jurassic Park this is where we will spend two nights with plenty of opportunity to explore the area.

The adventure continues as we ascend to the summit of the iconic Mt. Ijen to take in what National Geographic describes as one of the most unique landscapes of the world. A turquoise lake surrounded by twisted and sculpted old growth trees and lined with sulfur springs around the caldera. And if we are lucky we will get to witness the unique phenomenon of Blue Lava . As the sulfuric gases emerge from the earth's crust and are exposed to oxygen they ignite to produce the ethereal blue flames around the caldera.

The final segment of our journey will be in beautiful Bali. Here we will spend time exploring hidden gems off the beaten path as well as covering some of the iconic locations. Throughout our journey we will be accompanied by experienced local guides who are natives of Bali with extensive knowledge of the local geography.

Itinerary Summary

Sept 13th: Workshop begins with pick up from Surabaya International airport.Once registered you will receive detailed instructions regarding booking your tickets. Accommodations are included starting on the night of the 13th. We will proceed to our hotel inside the Bromo Tengger Semeru national park for the night.

Sept 14th: Bromo Volcano. We will head into the park well before sunrise to be in position for our shots. After sunrise shoot and breakfast, post processing class will be conducted mid day. In the evening we will head out for sunset at foothills focused on capturing native horse riders as they gallop across the landscape. After dinner we will have an opportunity for night photography weather permitting.

Sept 15th : Our second sunrise from a different perspective of the Bromo Volcano. After breakfast we will check out of our hotel and make our way to Tumpak Sewu. At Tumpak Sewu we will be staying in hotel close to the waterfalls for easy access.

Sept 16th: Tumpak Sewu. We have a full day dedicated to exploring this area. At dawn we will hike down into the gorge with hundreds of waterfalls. After the shooting we will have time for a post processing session. This area is also great for drone photography.

Sept 17th: We will shoot the waterfalls from top down perspective at dawn and early morning light. After breakfast we will check out of our hotel and head to Mount Ijen. We will shoot a gorgeous waterfall before we check into our luxury hotel for the night.

Sept 18th : Ijen. Our day starts early as we begin our hike up the mountain well before dawn so as to be at the summit when the first light hits. For those unable to hike transportation can be arranged. We will be hiring porters to carry our camera bags. Sunrise at Ijen. Once we return from the hike we will have brunch and begin our journey to Bali. We will be shooting sunset at Tamblingan lake and checking in to our luxury hotel for the night.

Sept 19th-22nd: On the final chapter of our adventure we will spend a few days in Bali photographing a variety of landscapes. Rice terraces, majestic mountains, waterfalls, seascapes, coastal temples and more.

Sept 22nd: Airport drop off in Bali for International departure.

Workshop fee: $5950 (single occupancy rate. 10% discount for double occupancy)

Includes: Airport transfers

Accommodations for all nights from Sept 13th through Sept 21st.

All meals and non alcoholic beverages during the duration of the workshop.

All ground transportation including car, driver, guide, fuel charges, and toll charges.

Entry into national parks and other required permits.

Special photo opportunities for culture in addition to landscapes.

Excludes: Alcoholic drinks, misc expenses including visa fees. Airfare to Indonesia. Extra porter at Ijen if needed . Please note workshop starts in Java and ends in Bali

Cancellation Policy

If workshop is canceled due to unforeseen circumstances a full refund will be issued.

If canceled 6 months or longer before the start date, credit can be applied to future workshop.

If canceled by participant within 5 months of start date no refund will be issued.

Detailed itinerary and packing list will be sent to registered participants 30 days before the workshop begins.