Who doesn't know Merapi? This mountain located on the border of Central Java and Yogyakarta could be the most famous mountain in Indonesia. This is not a matter of good scenery or the tracks are fun, but more because of the status that is often confused or alternately so often appears on television. 


The mountain which is located in a straight line with Tugu Jogja, Kraton, and Parangtritis Beach is the most active volcano in Indonesia and even the world. Almost every Four years Merapi erupted and spewed volcanic material which destroyed the surrounding villages. Even so, people still loved him and returned to live on the slopes of Merapi. 

After a major eruption in 2010, the south side of the Merapi Volcano area was hit by lava and left a vast sea of sand. Because they did not want to stay too long in sadness, the residents turned disastrous into a blessing by offering a cool tour package titled Lava Tour Merapi. Learning from Bromo residents who were able to earn income from delivering guests along the Pasir Berbisik area, Kaliurang residents also offered tours packages along the sea of sand and rocks of the eruption. Walking along the sea of sand leftover from the eruption of Merapi using a Jeep is not easy. The difficult Merapi Medan Lava Tour and the steep route forces you to hold on So, you don't fall when the driver hits the brakes or pulls gas suddenly. 

Location and Access of Merapi Lava Tour


There are two start points for the Merapi Lava Tour package, the first in the Tlogo Putri Terminal, Kaliurang and the second in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo District. 

From Yogyakarta, it can be reached by private vehicle greetings 30-45 minutes along Jalan Kaliurang to the north through public access which is most often used by tourists from any direction, namely through the ring of Jogja (ring road) north then turns north at the Kaliurang crossroad or straight with Tugu Jogja and Malioboro and Yogyakarta Palace. Arriving at the T-junction Pakem before Pakem Market turns right or east and then north, then follow the instructions installed on the side of the road. For more details, you can use the maps feature on your smartphone. 

If you want to take public transportation, you can start from Terminal Condongcatur, then take an angkot that goes to Jogja — Kaliurang and get off at Tlogo Putri Terminal. 

Merapi Tour Prices and Lava Routes

Short Trip Lava Tour Merapi
It takes about 1 to 1.5 hours at a rate of Rp. 400,000. 
Starting in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini Museum Sisa Hartaku — Alien Stone — Kaliadem Bunker. 

Medium Trip Lava Tour Merapi 
It takes about 2 hours and costs Rp. 450,000.
  • The first choice: Start in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini Hartaku Time Museum — Alien Stone — Kaliadem Bunker — Mbah Marijan's Tomb. 
  • Second choice: Start in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini Hartaku Remnant Museum — Alien Stone — Kaliadem Bunker — Plunyon National Park. 
  • Third option: Start in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini Museum My Time — Alien Stone — Kali Kuning (spot water). 


Long Trip Lava Tour Merapi
Duration of about 2 to 2.5 hours at a rate of Rp 550,000. 
  • The first choice: Start in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini Museum Remaining Hartaku — Batu Alien — Kaliadem Bunker — Mbah Marijan Tomb — Buit Glagah Sari, Klangon. 
  • The second choice: Start in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Mini-Museum of Sisa Hartaku — Alien Stone — Kaliadem Bunker — Kali Kuning (spot water).


Sunrise Trip Lava Tour Merapi
The trip starts at 04.30 WIB, with a duration of around 2.5 hours at a rate of Rp. 450,000. Starting in Ngrangkah Hamlet, Pangukrejo Village, Umbulharjo Subdistrict — Kaliadem Hill — Batu Alien — Mini Museum My Time. 


Tips on Traveling on the Merapi Lava Tour
  • Wear a mask and glasses to protect yourself from flying dust and sand when you are following this Merapi lava tour. 

  • Wear a jacket or sunblock. Although the air there seems cool, direct exposure to sunlight for hours can make your skin burn. 

  • The challenging route and the steep route in the Merapi tour makes this activity not recommended for pregnant women. 

  • At the weekend or holidays, there are usually many tourists who take part in the Merapi Lava Tour. So that you don't have to queue for too long, it's a good idea to make a reservation in advance. 


Are you interested in visiting Merapi? Remember to always maintain cleanliness. If we don't take care of, who else. Let our children and grandchildren also feel the thrill of vacationing on the Merapi Lava Tour.