Another planet
Grey sand between the walls.
A vast plain of grey volcanic sand filling the floor of the huge Tengger caldera around Bromo, thousands of hectares ringed by the caldera's towering walls, like land from another planet. Visitors cross it by jeep, on horseback or on foot on their way from the caldera rim to Bromo and the Pura Luhur Poten temple. In its south lies the Whispering Sands, made famous by a 2001 Indonesian film of that name, where you can hear the wind moving the sand. The scene shifts between morning mist, light sandstorms and bright sun, and visitors love photographs with the jeeps and horses. Entry is included in the national park ticket. Dust is thick, so a mask and sunglasses are essential; protect your camera from sand. Have your jeep stop at the Whispering Sands and the savanna hills in the south as part of the tour. Do not walk alone in thick mist, as it is easy to lose your bearings.
Grey sand between the walls.
The sound of wind on sand.
Unforgettable photos.
Floor of the Tengger caldera, Bromo Tengger Semeru
Yes: from Cemoro Lawang to Bromo is about an hour's walk on a clear path by day, but it is dusty and sunny, so jeeps or horses are better for families.
