Lumajang: Waterfalls, Lakes and Cultural Heritage

A waterfall of numerous cascades that seem to lie one above another, and an archaeological site from the Majapahit era reveal two very different sides of Lumajang. There is also a lake along the Semeru hiking trail, a bamboo forest and several bathing spots. When planning a hotel stay, it helps to first decide whether nature, cultural heritage or bathing spots should be the main focus.

Natural attractions between waterfalls and mountain panoramas

Air Terjun Tumpak Sewu Semeru is a destination in Desa Wisata Sidomulyo, Kecamatan Pronojiwo, Kabupaten Lumajang. Its numerous waterfalls seem to lie one above another and are fed by natural springs on Gunung Semeru. In the wider East Java travel destination, the waterfall stretches across the border between Malang and Lumajang. The route to Tumpak Sewu involves a moderate hike through rugged terrain; conditions may vary. Take the terrain into account when planning and check trail conditions before your trip. Facilities include a large car park and well-maintained public toilets; also check their current condition before visiting.

Ranu Kumbolo is a lake along the Semeru hiking trail, known for its camping atmosphere. Puncak B29 offers a different perspective: from there, you can see Gunung Bromo, Mahameru and other mountain ranges. It is located in Desa Argosari, Kecamatan Senduro, Kabupaten Lumajang. This means a lake along a hiking route and a mountain panorama offer two distinct nature experiences.

Hutan Bambu in Desa Sumbermujur, Kecamatan Candipuro, is a natural attraction with a natural bathing area. The bamboo forest is also a habitat for flying foxes, long-tailed macaques and fish. Those interested in the area's nature will find both a bathing area and a habitat for various animal species here.

Situs Biting and cultural sites

Situs Biting is located in Dusun Biting, Desa Kutorenon, Kecamatan Sukodono, Kabupaten Lumajang. On 10 April 2018, the province of Jawa Timur designated the site as a cultural heritage area. Situs Biting is a fortress and settlement dating from the Majapahit era through to the Islamic Mataram Sultanate. Archaeological studies link the site to the history of the Majapahit Empire. Its historical context therefore extends beyond Majapahit, while the archaeological connection relates to the history of that empire.

Pura Mandara Giri Semeru Agung is located in Sumberagung, Kecamatan Senduro. Piodalan, also called Odalan, is an annual Hindu festival held at this temple. If you would like to plan your trip around the festival, check the date for the relevant year. Museum Kabupaten Lumajang complements the cultural attractions with historical and educational content about sites, preserved traditional stilt houses and collections.

Bathing spots and regional cuisine

Pemandian Alam Selokambang is a natural bathing area in Desa Purwosono, Kecamatan Sumbersuko, with a swimming pool and a lake. Grati Park is another bathing spot in Desa Grati, also in Kecamatan Sumbersuko. It has swimming pools for adults and children, as well as a fishing pond. The two places thus differ in their facilities: Selokambang combines a bathing area, pool and lake, while Grati Park has pools and a fishing pond.

Regional cuisine is also part of Kabupaten Lumajang's tourism profile. Krecek rebung and sambal bawang khas Tengger are among the local culinary offerings. They add a culinary focus to the nature and cultural attractions, which you can consider alongside excursions and activities when planning your trip.

Plan your hotel stay around your interests

When looking for hotels in Lumajang, first choose the experiences that will shape your trip, such as scenery and hiking, history or bathing spots. The locations of the respective attractions can help you organize your outings. Then compare accommodations to suit your own plans for your stay.

Discover more destinations: Lumajang, Sidoarjo, Lamongan, Probolinggo, Lamongan, Tulungagung, Banyuwangi, Probolinggo City.

For the broader travel overview: East Java.