Review Author: PranavJaya

Review Date: 24 Dec 2024

Review Body: From the Start, the entire team has been very cooperative, responsible and responsive. 1. Accomodation documents for Visa on arrival - were sent within a few minutes once ready. 2. Regular whatsapp communication even at odd midnight hours to ensure comfort. 3. Great driver team. The ones that drive you around will be professional and on time. Will gladly listen to your requests. 4. Best guides ever. The guides at Ijen were terrific. Young ambitious boys who spare no effort to keep you safe and happy. 5. Flexible accomodation. The best accomodation is provided, flexible to the conditions of the trip. Special shoutout to Andrew. He's the best. If he's your tour leader or point of contact, rest assured you're in very safe hands. He's also very knowledgeable and try to learn from him. Even if the package might appear costly, do not hesitate to book this especially if you're a solo traveler. If you're from India, please do choose them as they are knowledgeable about vegetarianism and Indian requirements.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jogchum

Review Date: 03 Aug 2026

Review Body: We met with local people who were incredibly friendly. Our driver Gnud ( if I spell that right) was really good. He brought us over long distances rapidly. He also managed to get us the best spots on King Kong, the viewpoint to watch the Bromo sunrise. On Kawa Ijen our tourguide Zai was young but spoke english well and was very interested and funny. We were well fed the entire time. The food might have been a bit a bit more simple then at the bottom of the volcanos, but you have to realize the have to bring everything up there. And there are still plenty of warongs where you can eat more. Overall our experience was great!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ben/Hanna 2N 3D Bromo/Ijen

Review Date: 27 Jun 2026

Review Body: We had a wonderful time on this trip, everything was great! The drivers and especially Zai, our guide on Ijen, did a great job! We recommend doing this trip!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Cath

Review Date: 06 Dec 2024

Review Body: Listen, the trip itself went fine, the drivers were friendly and on time and the schedule worked like clockwork. However, some things were not as advertised, no breakfast on the first morning, the location of the second night homestay was in Probolinggo, not Bromo Village so instead of a 2am wakeup it was 12.30. The biggest issue I had however was the price, describing the pickup as "free" is nonsense if the transport is the reason that the price is 3 times that of other similar tours, I made it clear that I wanted to be dropped in Malang or if that was not possible to make my way there from Bromo village, and would not be requiring a return driver in Java, the return ferry or the driver in Bali, all of which I had to pay for because the company was inflexible with their pricing, I then had to pay and additional 300k to be dropped in Malang upon which I saw the exact same trip but going the opposite direction and including the Tumpuk Sewu waterfall for just €99, a third of the price I paid. I also had no idea when booking that it would be a private car, something that as a solo traveller I did not require. In all the trip was fine, upon arriving at Ijen the group I joined was told that there was only a 10% chance of seeing the blue fire, we were part of the 90% and not only did we not see the fire but we didn't see the crater either because of the fog, that's no fault of the tour operators but just something to keep in mind. I could see this tour working for a group or couple who don't mind overpaying for their shot at being in the 10% but I wouldn't really recommend the tour to anyone else, there's much much more affordable options which include door to door transfers and other sights.

Review rating: 3

Review Author: Jason Parker

Review Date: 07 May 2025

Review Body: Sadly, I had quite a disappointing experience with this trip. This shouldn't entirely dissuade volcano/hiking fans from doing either of the hikes, but just a few notes below: - My driver picked me up an hour late from Bali, and because of this, we never had time to stop for dinner. So after getting picked up at 8:00 pm, I never had the opportunity to purchase or eat substantive food until 9:00 am on Monday. Doing a 3-hour hike on no food is no fun. - The driver who picked me up from the ferry in Java was chain-smoking cigarettes the entire drive both to and from the mountain. It added to the unpleasantness of the experience -Since we arrived at the hike a little bit late, we didn't make it back up to the top of the mountain in time to see sunrise. In addition, the crater lake had an immense fog covering, so we could hardly see any of the meaningful sights. -the "blue flames" were visible, but to me, a very small prize. You share the view with hundreds, if not thousands, of tourists, which makes actually seeing the flames difficult Ultimately, if you want to do these hikes, I would strongly recommend starting in Java and allowing yourself the opportunity to (a) rest the evening before the hike and (b) giving yourself a recovery day in between each hike. I was pretty disappointed in the level of concern the trip organizer had in my nourishment and well-being, as when I expressed concern regarding my lack of food, he simply told me that dinner wasn't included on the trip. The itinerary explicitly said that my first activity would be getting dinner in either Bali or Java. When I was served my breakfast (three small pancakes and that's it) after the Ijen hike, the bus driver took my photo to send to the trip organizer to prove that I had been served food. It just felt a bit perfunctory.

Review rating: 2

Review Author: L9679LTmarinab, Spain

Review Date: 25 Jul 2019

Review Body: We booked the one day trip to Ijen, from Bali, with Como Bali Tour and we were lucky to meet Wayan. It was a 4 hour drive to the harbour, then he crossed us to Java on the ferry. We went to a restaurant to have dinner where we ate very tasty Mie Goreng. Then he joined us with another driver to the starting point of the trekking where he stayed to rest. The trekking is hard, since you go up 3km approximately without sleeping, pitch dark and with some very steep places (actually it is worse the tired you are because you don’t sleep than the leg exercise). We had a guide that showed us the way up the volcano and then down to the crater. It was quite a rocky and slippery path but our guide helped us down. Then we went to the rim of the crater, to see the sun rise and the blue (super acid) lake. Finally we got down where Wayan was waiting, we had breakfast in a Warung and headed to the harbour. In Bali he drove us back to our hotel, dropping off first a couple that was staying at another village. The views through Bali in those 4 hours were also incredible!! So all in all Wayan was a great driver: on time, polite, ready to explain all our doubts about Bali. Oh! And BTW, it was Galungan festival in Bali, which he missed and didn’t even complain. Also because of the festival, the traffic in Ubud was even crazier than normal but he didn’t make us feel uncomfortable. Don’t do like us and remember that at the top of Ijen, it is VERY COLD. 6 degrees Celsius with wind. We were underdressed and freezing. We recommend long trousers, a sweater, jacket, gloves, scarf... when you hike up it will not seem like you need it, but at the top, especially for when you are waiting still for the sun to rise, you will appreciate it.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: L9679Lmarinab, Spain

Review Date: 25 Jul 2019

Review Body: We booked the one day trip to Ijen, from Bali, with Como Bali Tour and we were lucky to meet Wayan. It was a 4 hour drive to the harbour, then he crossed us to Java on the ferry. We went to a restaurant to have dinner where we ate very tasty Mie Goreng. Then he joined us with another driver to the starting point of the trekking where he stayed to rest. The trekking is hard, since you go up 3km approximately without sleeping, pitch dark and with some very steep places (actually it is worse the tired you are because you don’t sleep than the leg exercise). We had a guide that showed us the way up the volcano and then down to the crater. It was quite a rocky and slippery path but our guide helped us down. Then we went to the rim of the crater, to see the sun rise and the blue (super acid) lake. Finally we got down where Wayan was waiting, we had breakfast in a Warung and headed to the harbour. In Bali he drove us back to our hotel, dropping off first a couple that was staying at another village. The views through Bali in those 4 hours were also incredible!! So all in all Wayan was a great driver: on time, polite, ready to explain all our doubts about Bali. Oh! And BTW, it was Galungan festival in Bali, which he missed and didn’t even complain. Also because of the festival, the traffic in Ubud was even crazier than normal but he didn’t make us feel uncomfortable. Don’t do like us and remember that at the top of Ijen, it is VERY COLD. 6 degrees Celsius with wind. We were underdressed and freezing. We recommend long trousers, a sweater, jacket, gloves, scarf... when you hike up it will not seem like you need it, but at the top, especially for when you are waiting still for the sun to rise, you will appreciate it.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: nivethx, Sri Lanka

Review Date: 12 Oct 2019

Review Body: Our guide Wayan picked us up at the hotel in Kuta. By the welcome he gave us, we felt like were in good hands and that our trip was going to be great. We had booked most of our tours with Como Bali Tour. Wayan shared a lot of things about the history of Bali, it's culture and religion on the way to the waterfall, fun and interesting to listen to. Once we arrived at the waterfall, we were introduced to a local guide, who identified himself as "Johnny Depp" and I played along till the end as he looked like one Balinese Depp. The local tour guide was kind hearted, helped us with taking photo's, helped my girls get through slippery places. It was a really great experience, you will come across a lot of locals trying to sell you stuff, and motorbikes giving you a lift up hill for 100,000 IDR if I'm correct. Make sure to be nice and say thank you or no thank you if you don't want to buy stuff on the way. Once we were up at the car park, we had lunch at a local shop and after a delicious Nasi goreng, we headed back. Make sure to leave a tip to the guides if you feel happy, it will make their entire day. Bali people are really helpful and nice, and thank you Como Bali Tour for providing us with a great experience.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: eli14liz

Review Date: 18 Jul 2019

Review Body: My sister and I were travelling Indonesia together from India, and had only 3 days in Bali. We wanted to make the most use of it and have fun while at it and Como Bali was the best option! Both Deva and Wayan were very informative and knew about local sights and gave us pointers on dos and donts. Aling Aling waterfall was really fun! Quite a trek to the waterfalls via stairs through the paddy fields and jungle but it was so worth the effort because the lovely blue lagoon where you can swim n relax just refreshes you and kroya waterfall is sooo crazy, to jump 5m /10/15m plus slide down a waterfall! The tours include transport services, lunch, guide services and mineral water so it was good! Deva made the whole trip fun and the drive was good. The next day - we got picked at 1:30am by Wayan and headed to Mt. Batur to climb and witness the beautiful and Mesmerizing sunrise sitting by the mouth of the active volcano! It was a very adventurous trek to the top with torches that they provide. We are also provided with a guide (for ourselves). The tour includes breakfast at the top, guide services, water and transport to and fro. Wayan was informative and fun and overall we had a great time!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jason P, Canada

Review Date: 30 Oct 2019

Review Body: First, I would like to thank Wayan for accommodating such a tight schedule. We contacted him about the Mt Batur Sunrise Trek literally the night of the activity (6hrs in advance of our 1:30am pickup). Wayan happily obliged and was 10mins early at our villa in Seminyak which was quite obscured at the end of an alleyway. Wayan greeted us warmly and let us rest during the car ride to Mt Batur. Then, we were introduced to our amazing guide, Tri. Tri was the most caring person that we encountered throughout our trip. She made sure multiple times that my wife was comfortable during the hike and made sure there were enough breaks throughout. We got to the top with time to spare and she cooked up a breakfast for us before offering to take our photos and suggesting the best areas to take photos. We also talked to her the entire way and found out that she is an amazing and hard working single mother. This was a beautiful trip, definitely worth taking. It is a challenging hike, but Tri will ensure that you are pacing yourself well and will help you get there. Wayan will ensure you get there and back safely. I recommend Como Bali, and Wayan and Tri specifically.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: ColoradoSwede

Review Date: 15 Jul 2019

Review Body: Although we unfortunately booked with another company we were sooooooo lucky to get Wayan for our driver! We were so happy with him we immediately booked him to take us to the airport the next morning. He was always early. The other tour company gave him the wrong hotel info (even when I gave them the correct hotel information several times in emails!). He was patient and waited for us (Oberhue an hour!) at the wrong location. When we finally got the other tour company to contact him he arrived exactly when he said he would! (And if you know how traffic is in Denpasar you know how difficult that is!) His shopping advice for a place to purchase gifts to take with us back home as well as his restaurant locations he took us while on our tour were fantastic! And reading all the testimonials here about him I can not agree more! He was so much better that the hotel drivers in punctuality, price, English and knowledge! The highest of recommendations and I would feel confident this is also the best tour group (I wish we had booked everything with them!!) Thank you Wayan!!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: SaivigneshV

Review Date: 13 Oct 2019

Review Body: Wayan, our companion during Bali visit, was a wonderful person who was willing to accommodate our last minute requests at a fair price. We had a tight schedule, just 3 days in Bali, and we wanted to make the best out of it so we requested Wayan if we could combine Sunrise trek to Batur with a trip to Aling-align waterfall and then end the day at Ulluwati for the Ramayan rendition. These are really far off places with a lot of driving in between but Wayan accommodated our request and got us to all the places we wanted to see in time. It was helpful that he knew how to get us tickets for the Ramayan show at the very last minute. He is also knowledgeable when it comes to suggesting places to eat. He took us to the Amori Bali buffet, that place had a good breakfast buffet with amazing views of Kintamani volcanoes to go with it. Overall, Wayan was so helpful we decided to utilize his service for all 3 days of our stay in Bali. Highly recommend him.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: ParameeSam

Review Date: 14 Oct 2019

Review Body: Sekumpul is a majestic waterfall yet very calm. To my surprise, once we hiked down to the waterfall, the water was so shallow and the waters were safe that anyone could go just underneath the waters coming from up. There's another waterfall named, "hidden waterfall" that recieves less people than the first waterfall. Again, this is an amazing place to chill just like the previous one. We went to Sekumpal after hiking to the Mount Batur, by which we were exhausted. Even so, we were able to enjoy it because Wayan was joyful to be around with. He was a kind and helpful tour guide. Later, he introduced us to a local guide whose real name is still unknown :) But he is known to the place that he made sure we didn't have a single bruise but a lot of candid photos taken by himself. I can say that Como Bali tours offered us a good service and made sure we are safe and comfortable travelling in Bali.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Ahmed A, Egypt

Review Date: 20 Nov 2019

Review Body: I knew DEWA TRISNA as a recommendation from my friends. He was fantastic, and very flexible. We started our day very early at 6:30 AM and finished around 7 PM and he didn't complaint at all about that long duration. He offered me great recommendations on how to make my itinerary much better. First, he told me that we should start with Bali Swing in the morning so that it's not crowded then he advised me to go to Jungle Fish as I was asking him that I want to go to a place in Ubud that have an infinity pool. Here's the itinerary that we did together: Bali Swing then Rice Terrace then Ubud (Pura Taman Saraswati (Water Temple) => Puri Saren Agung (Ubud Royal Palace) => ubud market => monkey forrest) then Jungle Fish. Overall, DEWA was amazing. The day trip with him costs 550,000 IDR for South and Middle part of Bali.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Kathandnico14, Australia

Review Date: 08 May 2019

Review Body: First and for most is what makes a good private tour - overall the genuine personable character of the tour guide. And I am glad to say that there was no short fall of this with Wayan our driver and Guday our trekking guide. Just wow! Wayan is polite and proud to share his knowledge of Bali and its culture, a very happy go lucky person. Guday, our trekking guide to the waterfalls exuded enthusiasm and positivity. He was professional in every manner and knowledgeable but still enjoyed a cheeky laugh here and there. We were most definitely well looked after with these two. The tour itself was breath taking and a must do. There was no rush, there was just simply time to appreciate the beauty of north of Bali. Thank you Wayan and Guday, we hope to see you both when we come back! Cheers, Kath and Nico

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Gomathy K

Review Date: 12 Oct 2019

Review Body: This is an experience that I'll cherish all throughout my life. The trek down to the falls and back up was scenic enough to call it a splendid place. To top it, the waterfall looked straight out of a fairytale. I was even lucky to witness a rainbow amidst all that prosperity around me. Our driver, Wayan who drove us all the way there was genuinely friendly, and more than happy to share tonnes of interesting facts about Bali and the lifestyle there, on our way. He made us feel safe, comfortable and welcome. Not a minute felt dull around him. The waterfall guide he introduced us to after the drive was just the definition of extroversion and energy. This tour was for me a fusion of the best place, best climate and the best people!!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tristan Hillerich

Review Date: 03 Jun 2026

Review Body: Our trip was awesome. Our drivers (Dewa and Andrew) and hiking guides (Jay) were amazing, they knew a lot about Bali and the area we were in and made sure we were comfortable with everything we were doing along our journey. The hike truly is 1 of a kind and seeing the blue flames was breathtaking. The hike is also great to do because it was very cool to start early in the morning and make it to the top of the mountain for sunrise! It was awesome! If you are doing this drive from Bali, make sure you ask for Dewa to drive you. He is a veteran and will get you there safely and quickly and is a great guy to spend time with on your journey!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: aliciayarbrough04

Review Date: 09 Nov 2019

Review Body: Wayan is the best tour guide I have met so far in Bali. He is always on time and makes you feel so comfortable. Wayan took photos, stood in line for us and made sure people wasn’t trying to over charge us when we were buying souvenirs. Wayan is very friendly and lets you take as long as you want on the tour he provides. My boyfriend and I took the Instagram Tour and Ubud Tour with floating meal with Wayan and he knows every cool place to take pictures. Wayan gave us the history and cultural background of Bali. I even recommended Wayan to a couple staying at the same resort as me. When I come back to Bali I will for sure book Wayan again.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Timandteresa6

Review Date: 21 Jul 2019

Review Body: Our family vacation was great because of Dewa and Como Bali Tour. We planned only two days with Dewa, but because he was so professional and accommodating, we booked an additional three days with him. Dewa went above and beyond the expectations of a driver. He Is caring, always on time, thoughtful, and resourceful. With the help of Dewa, we were able to maximize our time in Bali. In addition, Dewa has connections with tour companies and agencies so he can book excursions and events. He is also inexpensive compared to other drivers. We highly recommend Dewa and his company when going to Bali.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Orlanne

Review Date: 26 Jul 2026

Review Body: The experience went very well. It was the middle of July, so there were huge crowds along the route to Kawah Ijen… but luckily we had amazing tour guides. Everything was organized for us, from our departure in Bali through the ferry crossing all the way to the volcano trek. Our guide was Zai, a remarkable young man who will undoubtedly be able to say “hello” in your language! Even when things get scary, he holds your hand and helps you get past your fear! Without him, we never would have been able to see the blue flames. He has tips for everything! A huge thank you to him.

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Mount Ijen night trip with hotel pick-up and ferry transfer

Itinerary Description: 07.00 pm - Pick up from your Hotel 10.00 pm - Arrive at Gilimanuk Harbour 11.00 pm - Arrive at Ketapang Port. On the way stop at small clinic to get healthy letter 11.30 pm - Arrive at Mount ijen

Itinerary Day 2

Itinerary Summary: Trek to Blue Fire Crater, sunrise summit view, breakfast, and drive to Bromo Village

Itinerary Description: 1 am – Arrive at trekking point. Short brief from the guide and preparation of all materials necessary for hiking. 2 am – Start the trek with local guide Arrive at the Crater to see the amazing Blue Fire, then head to the top to see around to see the sunrise view from the top 8 am – The trek Finish and having breakfast at local warung Drive to Bromo Village, will take around 6 hours. Arrive at evening to take a rest

Itinerary Day 3

Itinerary Summary: You will witness sunrise in Bromo

Itinerary Description: 02.30 am – Wake up for the Sunrise to the Penanjakan Sunrise Point, you will use the 4-WD to reach the Penanjakan Point. 06.30 am Driver to the down for hiking to the Mount Bromo Crater, from the car park you have to walk around 2 km. 11.00 am – Back to the Accommodation, take a shower and breakfast before we start to drive back to Banyuwangi 04.00 - 05.00 pm – Arrive at Ketapang Port 11.00 pm - Arrive at your hotel