Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Unlike other volcanoes, the summit of Tangkuban Perahu is elongated and looks like an upside down ship which gave the name ‘perahu’, literally translated as ship. There is also a plantation expanse on the slopes, which makes you want to linger around to enjoy its beauty. This famous tourism attraction in Bandung is also a good location for pre-wedding photoshoot as well as a favourite spot for commercials or travelogue videos.
Travellers can find nine active craters within the vicinity of Mount Tangkuban Perahu, namely Ratu Crater, Upas Crater, Domas Crater, Ecoma Crater, Jurig Crater, Siluman Crater, Baru Crater, Lanang Crater, Jarian Crater and Pangguyangan Badak Crater. Among these craters, the Ratu Crater is the largest, followed by Upas Crater which is located nearby. Some craters give off the smell of sulphur, there is even a crater that is forbidden to be visited because it produces a poisonous smoke.
The other crater you should consider visiting around Mount Tangkuban Perahu is Domas Crater. It is located about 1.2 km from Ratu Crater and to get here, you have to walk a small path downhill through the woods with shady trees followed by some steep roads. You can enjoy the expanse of rocks and yellowish-white cliffs with hollow gaps that also gives off sulphur fumes. At this location, visitors can also find several sources of boiling hot water as well as some hot springs to soak in.
Travellers can find nine active craters within the vicinity of Mount Tangkuban Perahu, namely Ratu Crater, Upas Crater, Domas Crater, Ecoma Crater, Jurig Crater, Siluman Crater, Baru Crater, Lanang Crater, Jarian Crater and Pangguyangan Badak Crater. Among these craters, the Ratu Crater is the largest, followed by Upas Crater which is located nearby. Some craters give off the smell of sulphur, there is even a crater that is forbidden to be visited because it produces a poisonous smoke.
The other crater you should consider visiting around Mount Tangkuban Perahu is Domas Crater. It is located about 1.2 km from Ratu Crater and to get here, you have to walk a small path downhill through the woods with shady trees followed by some steep roads. You can enjoy the expanse of rocks and yellowish-white cliffs with hollow gaps that also gives off sulphur fumes. At this location, visitors can also find several sources of boiling hot water as well as some hot springs to soak in.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
There are many things and sights to visit around the area of Mount Tangkuban Perahu. If visiting all the craters here is not enough for you, you can also choose to visit nearby attractions such as the Cikahuripan Dutch Fortress in Lembang, located 5km away from here. You can also combine the trip to Tangkuban Perahu with another great attraction - Dusun Bambu Family Leisure Park, located approximately 13km away.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
The most important thing to do is capturing the moment of your trip in Mount Tangkuban Perahu. Otherwise, you can try some local foods like roasted corn, satay, or soup which are available here from the local sellers.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Visitors here commonly hire a private tour guide to arrange their trip with other major attractions around Bandung as Mount Tangkuban Perahu is a must-visit place included in most itineraries. Otherwise, you can also choose to drive here on your own using a rental vehicle or come here with public transportation. You can get a bus from Terminal Leuwi Panjang to reach here. Alternatively, you can also experience going on a ride with an ‘Angkot’ from Hall Station to get here.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- It is believed that the water from the hot springs around Mount Tangkuban Perahu can be used to cure skin diseases and in other hot springs, you can use the water to boil some eggs!
- Use a mask or cover your nose with a handkerchief in case you can’t stand the smell of the sulphur.
- It is advisable to wear a jacket or thick clothing because the temperature is quite cold.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you need to hike up and the route can get slippery.
- Entrance ticket varies on weekdays and weekends. Going here on weekdays is a lot cheaper.
- Ticket prices for locals are at IDR 20,000 (weekdays) / IDR 30,000 (weekends) specifically.
- Ticket prices for foreigners are at IDR 200,000 (weekdays) / IDR 300,000 (weekends) specifically.
- There is a parking space provided if you bring your own vehicle. However, do note that the parking charges also vary for locals and foreigners.
- If you choose to drive on your own, there are 2 routes for you to reach here: 1) Exit the Pasteur toll gate leading to Dr. Djunjunan - Pasirkaliki - Sukajadi - Setiabudi - Lembang - Mount Tangkuban Perahu, or 2) Exit Padalarang toll gate towards Cimahi - turn left towards Colonel Masturi Road - until T-junction of Lembang Highway, turn left - Mount Tangkuban Perahu. By bus from Terminal Leuwi Panjang (Bandung) - take a bus majoring Bandung-Indramayu - down at the junction of the gate of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.
- From Hall Station (Bandung) - take an angkot majoring in Hall-Lembang Station - get off at the intersection (Lembang - Maribaya - Tangkuban Perahu) - take the angkot Lembang-Cikole - down at the edge of the crater of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.
Located 30 km north of Bandung city, experiencing the splendid nature scenery at the famous attraction of Mount Tangkuban Perahu will be a priceless adventure.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
Located 30 km north of Bandung city, experiencing the splendid nature scenery at the famous attraction of Mount Tangkuban Perahu will be a priceless adventure.
Opening hours
| Monday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Thursday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Friday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Saturday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
| Sunday | 07:00 am to 05:00 pm |
Uniqueness of this attraction
Uniqueness of this attraction
Unlike other volcanoes, the summit of Tangkuban Perahu is elongated and looks like an upside down ship which gave the name ‘perahu’, literally translated as ship. There is also a plantation expanse on the slopes, which makes you want to linger around to enjoy its beauty. This famous tourism attraction in Bandung is also a good location for pre-wedding photoshoot as well as a favourite spot for commercials or travelogue videos.
Travellers can find nine active craters within the vicinity of Mount Tangkuban Perahu, namely Ratu Crater, Upas Crater, Domas Crater, Ecoma Crater, Jurig Crater, Siluman Crater, Baru Crater, Lanang Crater, Jarian Crater and Pangguyangan Badak Crater. Among these craters, the Ratu Crater is the largest, followed by Upas Crater which is located nearby. Some craters give off the smell of sulphur, there is even a crater that is forbidden to be visited because it produces a poisonous smoke.
The other crater you should consider visiting around Mount Tangkuban Perahu is Domas Crater. It is located about 1.2 km from Ratu Crater and to get here, you have to walk a small path downhill through the woods with shady trees followed by some steep roads. You can enjoy the expanse of rocks and yellowish-white cliffs with hollow gaps that also gives off sulphur fumes. At this location, visitors can also find several sources of boiling hot water as well as some hot springs to soak in.
Travellers can find nine active craters within the vicinity of Mount Tangkuban Perahu, namely Ratu Crater, Upas Crater, Domas Crater, Ecoma Crater, Jurig Crater, Siluman Crater, Baru Crater, Lanang Crater, Jarian Crater and Pangguyangan Badak Crater. Among these craters, the Ratu Crater is the largest, followed by Upas Crater which is located nearby. Some craters give off the smell of sulphur, there is even a crater that is forbidden to be visited because it produces a poisonous smoke.
The other crater you should consider visiting around Mount Tangkuban Perahu is Domas Crater. It is located about 1.2 km from Ratu Crater and to get here, you have to walk a small path downhill through the woods with shady trees followed by some steep roads. You can enjoy the expanse of rocks and yellowish-white cliffs with hollow gaps that also gives off sulphur fumes. At this location, visitors can also find several sources of boiling hot water as well as some hot springs to soak in.
Other things to do here?
Other things to do here?
There are many things and sights to visit around the area of Mount Tangkuban Perahu. If visiting all the craters here is not enough for you, you can also choose to visit nearby attractions such as the Cikahuripan Dutch Fortress in Lembang, located 5km away from here. You can also combine the trip to Tangkuban Perahu with another great attraction - Dusun Bambu Family Leisure Park, located approximately 13km away.
What to bring home?
What to bring home?
The most important thing to do is capturing the moment of your trip in Mount Tangkuban Perahu. Otherwise, you can try some local foods like roasted corn, satay, or soup which are available here from the local sellers.
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Family , Group
Getting around
Getting around
Visitors here commonly hire a private tour guide to arrange their trip with other major attractions around Bandung as Mount Tangkuban Perahu is a must-visit place included in most itineraries. Otherwise, you can also choose to drive here on your own using a rental vehicle or come here with public transportation. You can get a bus from Terminal Leuwi Panjang to reach here. Alternatively, you can also experience going on a ride with an ‘Angkot’ from Hall Station to get here.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- It is believed that the water from the hot springs around Mount Tangkuban Perahu can be used to cure skin diseases and in other hot springs, you can use the water to boil some eggs!
- Use a mask or cover your nose with a handkerchief in case you can’t stand the smell of the sulphur.
- It is advisable to wear a jacket or thick clothing because the temperature is quite cold.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you need to hike up and the route can get slippery.
- Entrance ticket varies on weekdays and weekends. Going here on weekdays is a lot cheaper.
- Ticket prices for locals are at IDR 20,000 (weekdays) / IDR 30,000 (weekends) specifically.
- Ticket prices for foreigners are at IDR 200,000 (weekdays) / IDR 300,000 (weekends) specifically.
- There is a parking space provided if you bring your own vehicle. However, do note that the parking charges also vary for locals and foreigners.
- If you choose to drive on your own, there are 2 routes for you to reach here: 1) Exit the Pasteur toll gate leading to Dr. Djunjunan - Pasirkaliki - Sukajadi - Setiabudi - Lembang - Mount Tangkuban Perahu, or 2) Exit Padalarang toll gate towards Cimahi - turn left towards Colonel Masturi Road - until T-junction of Lembang Highway, turn left - Mount Tangkuban Perahu. By bus from Terminal Leuwi Panjang (Bandung) - take a bus majoring Bandung-Indramayu - down at the junction of the gate of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.
- From Hall Station (Bandung) - take an angkot majoring in Hall-Lembang Station - get off at the intersection (Lembang - Maribaya - Tangkuban Perahu) - take the angkot Lembang-Cikole - down at the edge of the crater of Mount Tangkuban Perahu.
