Caldeira de Kendeng

The Kendeng caldera spans twenty kilometers in diameter, featuring a circular escarpment to the north and west that reaches 1,559 meters in elevation.

The formation of Kendeng caldera occurred 50,000 years ago through an explosive volcanic eruption that destroyed most of the previous Old Ijen volcano.

Local communities within the caldera maintain coffee plantations between volcanic cones and extract sulfur from Kawah Ijen for their economic activities.

Visitors need professional guides and protective equipment when exploring the caldera due to the presence of toxic gases and steep terrain.

The caldera contains multiple volcanic features, including Kawah Ijen with its acid lake that flows into the Java Sea through the Banyupahit River.

GPS coordinates: -8.01500,114.17770

Latest update: March 6, 2025 09:29