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East Java · Private Expedition

Baluran
East Java's Hidden Savannah

Baluran National Park · Situbondo
Best Season May — October (Dry Season, Wildlife Peaks)
Elevation Sea Level — 1,247 m
Journey Length 1–2 Days
Starting From USD 840
About This Destination

A Landscape That
Demands Presence

Baluran National Park is East Java's best-kept secret — a sweeping African-style savannah tucked between volcanic mountains and the Java Sea. Herds of banteng, deer, wild peacocks, and green peafowl move through a landscape that feels nothing like the Indonesia most visitors know.

With The Journey, you enter Baluran's wildlife corridors privately, with a naturalist guide who understands animal behaviour and seasonal movement patterns. Morning game drives through Savana Bekol offer encounters that rival East Africa in their intimacy — without a single other tourist in sight.

What Your Journey Includes
Private savannah game drive
Banteng & wild peacock encounters
Bekol savannah at sunrise
Mangrove coastal walk
Mount Baluran volcanic backdrop
Combine with Bangsring & Ijen
Common Questions

What Guests Ask
Before Departing

What wildlife can we expect to see at Baluran?
Baluran is home to Javan banteng (wild cattle), barking deer, long-tailed macaques, wild boar, green peafowl, and over 155 bird species. The dry season from May to October brings the greatest wildlife concentration at Bekol savannah as animals gather near water sources.
Can Baluran be combined with other destinations?
Absolutely — Baluran sits between Banyuwangi and Probolinggo on East Java's main coastal road, making it an excellent combination with Kawah Ijen, Bangsring Underwater, and Tabuhan Island. We regularly design 3–5 day multi-destination journeys through this corridor.
How do I begin a consultation for this journey?
Begin by filling in our 3-minute consultation form at thejourney.id/book.html — tell us your travel dates, group size, and vision. We will reply within 24 hours with a custom proposal. Alternatively, reach us directly at hello@thejourney.id or WhatsApp +62 895 1761 7620.
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