Join Leica Akademie on an immersive photographic journey through the dramatic volcanic landscapes of East Java. From the otherworldly blue flames of Ijen Volcano to the iconic sunrises of Mount Bromo, this expedition combines landscape, astrophotography, portraiture, and cultural storytelling in one unforgettable adventure. Throughout the trip, participants will receive hands-on photographic guidance, image review sessions, and post-processing support.
Date & Time: 26 July – 1 August 2027 | 7 Days, 6 Nights
Highlights
- Photograph the famous blue fire phenomenon at Ijen Volcano
- Document the daily lives of sulphur miners through environmental portraiture
- Capture spectacular sunrises across multiple viewpoints in the Bromo region
- Explore Tenggerese culture and local farming communities
- Learn Milky Way, star trail, HDR and panoramic photography techniques
- Enjoy dedicated editing and image critique sessions throughout the trip
Day 1 | Arrive Surabaya → Ijen
- Arrival in Surabaya and transfer to Ijen
- Welcome dinner and expedition briefing
- Prepare gear for overnight volcano shoot
Day 2 | Ijen Blue Fire & Documentary Photography
- Pre-dawn ascent to Ijen Volcano
- Photograph the Blue Fire and sulphur miners
- Sunrise over the crater lake
- Afternoon image review and editing session
Day 3 | Ijen → Bromo
- Morning critique session
- Transfer to Bromo National Park
- Sunset landscape shoot and astrophotography briefing
Day 4 | Iconic Bromo Sunrise
- Sunrise photography at Bromo viewpoints
- Explore the Sea of Sand and crater area
- HDR and panoramic photography workshop
Day 5 | Tenggerese Culture & Night Sky
- Photograph local villages and farming communities
- Environmental portraiture and storytelling
- Milky Way photography session after dark
Day 6 | Advanced Landscape Photography
- Sunrise shoot at selected viewpoints
- Portfolio review and one-to-one mentoring
- Final astrophotography and star trail session
Day 7 | Bromo → Surabaya Departure
- Breakfast and trip wrap-up
- Transfer to Surabaya Airport
- Departure flights
Meet-up Location:
Juanda International Airport (Surabaya Airport)
Accomodation:
Ijen Region
BoboCabins Ijen (or similar)
Bromo Region
Artotel Cabin Bromo (or similar)
- Ground transportation throughout the journey
- Dedicated driver and photography support
- Accommodation for 6 nights
- 6 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 dinners
- All entrance permits and photography permissions
- Ijen trolley support for equipment transport
- Gas masks and essential safety equipment at Ijen
- Porters for equipment transport at selected Bromo locations
- Photography instruction, image review and post-processing sessions
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International airfare between Singapore and Surabaya.
- Travel insurance
- Other personal expenses
11 July - Flight must arrived before 10.30am (Indonesia Time)
This expedition is suitable for photographers interested in:
- Landscape photography
- Travel photography
- Documentary storytelling
- Portrait photography
- Astrophotography
- Cultural and human-interest photography
The itinerary involves early morning departures, night photography sessions, and moderate walking on uneven terrain. Participants should be comfortable with outdoor activities and changing weather conditions.
Cancellation & Registration Policy
We understand that plans can sometimes change, and we appreciate your understanding as we manage a limited number of seats for this exclusive event.
- Registration is confirmed upon successful payment and receipt of a confirmation email from Leica Akademie.
- As seats are limited, all registrations are non-refundable.
- Should Leica Akademie need to make changes to the programme, venue, speaker schedule, or event format, we will communicate these updates to registered participants as soon as possible.
- In the unlikely event that Leica Akademie cancels the event, a full refund of the registration fee will be provided.
Our cancellation policy helps us ensure that every available seat can be allocated fairly and that we can continue to deliver meaningful experiences for the Leica community.
By registering for this event, you acknowledge and agree to the above terms and conditions.
This travel workshop is in collaboration with Unusual Expedition Pte Ltd TA License No: 02513
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