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It's been so long. But I'm finally here. There is a place in Central Java that seems to bring us closer to the sky.
Explore Dieng Plateau's stunning nature, unique volcanic sites, local cuisine, and cultural highlights in this 2-day travel vlog from Central Java.
Key Takeaways
- Dieng Plateau offers a unique combination of natural beauty, volcanic activity, and cultural heritage.
- Traveling by public transport like Damri bus is convenient and includes meals.
- Local food is a significant part of the Dieng experience, with many affordable and traditional options.
- Visitors should prepare for cold temperatures and can rent jackets locally.
- Key attractions like Bukit Sikunir sunrise and Kawah Sikidang crater are must-visit spots.
What the video covers
- The video documents a 2-day, 1-night trip to Dieng Plateau, Central Java, highlighting its cool climate and breathtaking scenery.
- Key natural attractions include Telaga Menjer lake, Bukit Sikunir sunrise, Kawah Sikidang crater, Ratapan Angin viewpoint, and Bukit Skoter.
- The journey begins with a Damri bus trip from Jakarta to Wonosobo, including a meal stop in Cirebon.
- Local culinary experiences feature traditional dishes like goat lontong tetel, Mie Ongklok Longkrang, beef satay, and various snacks.
- Accommodation in Dieng is comfortable and safe, providing a good base for exploring the area.
- Visitors can enjoy activities such as boat rides on Telaga Menjer, hiking viewpoints, and camping at Bukit Skoter.
- The video emphasizes the affordable prices of food and services in Dieng and Wonosobo.
- Temperature in Dieng can be very cold, dropping to as low as 2°C or even below, necessitating jacket rentals.
- Cultural and historical sites like Arjuna Temple complex are also featured, with tips on entrance tickets and passes.
- The video encourages viewers to experience Dieng’s natural beauty, culinary delights, and unique volcanic phenomena firsthand.
Chapters
- 00:00Introduction to Dieng Plateau
- 01:00Kawah Sikidang and Local Cuisine
- 02:08Damri Bus Journey and Dinner Stop
- 04:53Breakfast at Lontong Tetel
- 06:35Cabin Cafe and Telaga Menjer Exploration
- 07:31Ratapan Angin Viewpoint Experience
- 10:29Bukit Skoter Sunset and Camping
- 14:11Jacket Rental and Nighttime in Dieng
- 15:52Golden Sunrise at Bukit Sikunir
- 20:08Arjuna Temple Visit and Entrance Tips
Full Transcript — Download SRT & Markdown
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The air is cool, the scenery is stunning, and every corner holds beauty that is hard to forget. This is the Dieng Plateau, the land above the clouds that has always been a favorite destination for nature lovers. For two
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days and one night, we will take you to explore the best charms of Dieng.
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Starting from Telaga Menjer with its expanse of natural and serene lakes. When morning arrives, the Golden Sunrise at Bukit Sikunir becomes the most anticipated moment, presenting golden rays that slowly illuminate the mountains and create a truly mesmerizing view. The natural
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uniqueness of Dieng continues at Kawah Sikidang, an active crater famous for its hot steam vents and volcanic activity that can still be witnessed up close. It wouldn't feel complete exploring Dieng without tasting the diverse culinary delights of Dieng and
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Wonosobo. Ranging from legendary dishes to favorite snacks that are always hunted by tourists. We will also share our experience staying at one of the comfortable and safe lodgings. And this is our trip in Dieng, Wonosobo.
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Guys, good afternoon. It's now 6:43 PM and I'm scheduled for a trip to Dieng.
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Taking the Damri bus at 12:15 AM, guys. And I'm already at the Damri Kemayoran station. So, I'm taking this from Damri Kemayoran to Mendolo terminal, guys.
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And the price is 200,000 IDR. It's now 11:30 PM and we've stopped in Cirebon for dinner. So, this trip, or rather this Jakarta-Wonosobo Damri bus, includes a meal, guys. We get one meal and this is the dining area, guys. Here
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the choices are chicken soto, chicken opor, and fried chicken, guys. I happen to like soupy soto, so I'll choose the soto. Usually, free food like this tastes quite bland, doesn't it? But this is actually decent, guys.
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Seriously. Even though it's not hot. We've arrived at Mendolo terminal at 5:30 AM and I'm going to rent a motorbike immediately and start exploring Dieng for two days and one night, guys. So, the first destination I'm visiting is Lontong Tetel, guys. It's
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here in Wonosobo, near the town square. We arrived, rented a bike, and came straight here, and after breakfast, we'll head to Telaga Menjer, guys. So, follow along with me. Order. Don't know why for this breakfast, guys. It's overflowing,
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you know. This I ordered the goat lontong tetel, guys. Because I wanted to order the chicken one, but it was out, or maybe they didn't have it yet.
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They only have goat and tripe. Let's try it. This is white seasoning and this is coconut milk, right? The rice cakes (lontong) are at the bottom. So you don't need to order extra rice or lontong. Something stronger I can't
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remember even though I know I have arrived here at Ranu Kamba Park, Telaga Menjer. And the entrance ticket is 5,000 Rupiah, guys. You can go that way if you want to walk up and down.
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But if you want to go up, eh, take the lift, you can use this, guys. Here. And this round trip is 5,000 Rupiah. Last song before closing. Just me and my bad judgement left in this place. Where are
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you? So, guys, I'm already at the cabin cafe in the woods. I just ordered an avocado smoothie. The price is 20,000 Rupiah, the fried bananas are 10,000, and the tofu is 7,000 Rupiah, guys.
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It’s all very cheap. Don't worry, if you travel to Central Java, the prices are definitely cheap, guys.
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At the foot of the Wonosobo mountains lies a hidden natural lake that radiates tranquility, namely Telaga Menjer, located at an altitude of about 1,300 meters above sea level. This lake was formed by volcanic activity thousands of years ago and has now
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become one of the favorite natural tourist destinations in the Dieng area. The expanse of calm water blends with the green hills surrounding it, creating a panorama that truly spoils the eyes. Here we can enjoy the natural beauty from the edge of the lake or
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travel by boat to feel a closer atmosphere to nature. The cool air, beautiful scenery, and peaceful atmosphere make Telaga Menjer a place to relieve stress and enjoy the charm of Wonosobo. After we were satisfied enjoying the beauty of Telaga Menjer
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with its very calm atmosphere, our journey continued toward our lodging. And this is our accommodation for two days and one night in Dieng, Wonosobo.
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Whispers. So, guys, after resting for a while at our lodging, we will head to the next tourist spot, which is the Ratapan Angin viewpoint, guys. I hope it's clear there and I hope it's not too crowded. After a trip of
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approximately 12 minutes from our lodging, we have finally arrived at the Ratapan Angin viewpoint, guys. Now, this is Carica fruit, guys. Looks like papaya. The ticket here is 15,000 Rupiah, guys. In case you come to the Ratapan Angin viewpoint, the highest or
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best spot is right here, guys. Here. So just climb all the way to the top. See, there. The view shows two lakes directly. The Ratapan Angin viewpoint is located at an altitude of about 2,100 meters above sea level and is one
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of the best spots to enjoy the panorama of the Dieng Plateau. From here, visitors can see the beauty of Telaga Warna and Telaga Pangilon from one stunning vantage point. If one day your steps bring you to the Dieng Plateau,
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take the time to stop by the Ratapan Angin viewpoint. Stand for a moment on these rocks. Let your eyes enjoy the vast panorama of Telaga Warna and Telaga Pangilon. Because there is beauty that cannot just be told, but
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must be witnessed and felt firsthand. So, after visiting Batu Pandang Ratapan Angin, it’s great to have some ginger drink, guys. Or maybe some herbal drink. And, there's some cilok here too. How much is one portion, Ma'am? 5,000.
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5,000. 5,000. Here. Ginger. Ginger. For a small one, two glasses. For milk ginger or ginger coffee, 6,000. This uses real ginger, you know. So, the real ginger is blended with its skin and brown sugar. After we enjoyed
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the beautiful panorama of Batu Pandang Ratapan Angin, our journey continues to Bukit Skoter. The entrance ticket is 10,000, guys. Bukit Skoter tourism and 5,000 for a motorcycle. We're going to watch the sunset over there. I hope we get lucky. I'm built up as we grow.
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And here it is, Bukit Skoter at an altitude of 2,200 meters above sea level. Getting here is actually quite close, guys. From the lodging, it's about 10 minutes, and the entrance fee was 10,000, plus 5,000 for motorcycle parking. And you can camp here, guys.
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Earlier, I think it was 300,000 for camping, including the tent. We'll read up on it more later. After thousands of singing songs, tall grass, branches, and pals. Promises are fleet and thoughts.
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And guys, you have to guess the temperature here at Bukit Skoter, Dieng. How much, guys? Guess what, it's 7 degrees and it's cold. I'm curious; tomorrow I'll catch the sunrise at Bukit Sikunir and head straight down to
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Arjuna Temple because it's definitely going to be wow. We always hope to be given the best view when we're traveling, right guys? And look, at night there's a city view too over there. Like that, guys. This is Bukit Skoter and this is the coffee
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spot, guys. Now, if you go to Bukit Skoter, there's camping all around it. And right here, there's a place to have coffee or tea. It's called The Hilltop Dieng here. I misread it as Hilton earlier, guys. Like a hotel. And look,
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the view is so beautiful. So, this is Hilltop Resto; the prices are very standard, 10,000, 15,000, and the place is totally worth it. This is the atmosphere at Bukit Skoter at night.
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Seems like forever since we've been together. Since the temperature here can drop to minus, and right now it's at 6 degrees, I'm going to rent a jacket, guys, here in Dieng. And this is the location, from the Dieng zero
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point just go straight, there's a place called Sewa Jaket Dieng 3. And we're going in, guys.
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I'm at the jacket rental place here in Dieng. And the price is 35,000 per piece. And the requirement for renting is using an ID card, driver's license, or other identification, guys. A tax ID works too.
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we return it tomorrow, the next evening , because it's for 24 hours. Guys, I'm already at the Dieng Food Court by the square. So, this is a culinary spot here in Dieng. And I'm right in front of it, and it's jammed,
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guys. Saturday night. It’s 7 o'clock now and the temperature is 4 degrees, guys. Look. I need inside me. Oh, God.
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Morning. It's 10 past 2, and I’m going to I’m going to Bukit Sikunir, guys. And I'm on my way to Bukit Sikunir and it's really jammed right now. Let's go. 4:15. I’ve arrived at the motorcycle and car parking lot, and
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we’re going to trek to the top, guys. And it's 4:15 now, the temperature is minus 2. Hope we get the golden sunrise , guys. How much for an Aqua?
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Just one. I read your letters and look at your pictures. Oh God, I miss you so long.
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So, guys, it's now time. The Golden Sunrise has appeared, and we’re going to witness a fully clear sunrise with a view of Sindoro, guys. Darling, I can't wait.
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So, guys, it's 5:30, the sun has risen over there, and the view is absolutely clear. Bukit Sikunir is one of the most iconic destinations in the Dieng highlands. It’s located at an altitude of about 2,300 meters above sea level. This place is famous as the
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best spot to enjoy the Golden Sunrise, with a panoramic view of the sun casting a golden glow behind the majestic Mount Sindoro and Mount Sumbing. If you visit Dieng, don't miss the experience of witnessing the beautiful morning at Bukit Sikunir.
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It's no wonder that Bukit Sikunir is a must-visit destination for anyone who comes to Dieng. We are heading down at 7:15, guys. Because we are going straight to Arjuna Temple. So long I know, but I'm finally coming home. Till
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then I'm dreaming of your heart, your eyes are love. Your heart, your eyes are a love. A significant life just where it was needed me back in justice in the body. Okay, guys. I am at the Arjuna Temple complex, and at 8:15
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today, I am going to look for the frost that's in this complex, guys. Usually, because it's viral that there is frost here. Since I'm only here for 2 days and one night in Dieng, I made time earlier to watch the beautiful sunrise,
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guys. It turns out the frost has melted , guys, because it's too late, so there's just water there. Look. So, behind that is called Arjuna Temple.
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The Arjuna Temple complex is a relic of the Ancient Mataram kingdom. And this is the oldest temple on the island of Java. The oldest Hindu temple on the island of Java, guys. And it's at an altitude of 2,000 meters above sea
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level. And it's 8:30 now. For the entrance ticket, it was 30,000 Rupiah for local tourists, guys. On the weekend.
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Arjuna Temple is the oldest Hindu temple complex in Java, built around the 8th century during the ancient Mataram kingdom. It is located at an altitude of about 2,000 meters above sea level. This area has witnessed a long journey of civilization that has
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survived for over 1,000 years. Amidst the cool air and the expanse of the Dieng mountains, every temple building here holds historical, cultural, and spiritual significance that can still be felt today. It is no wonder that this temple is a must-visit destination
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when exploring the Dieng Plateau. If you are planning a vacation to Dieng, don't miss the chance to visit Arjuna Temple. Besides enjoying its natural beauty, you can also witness one of the most valuable historical relics in Indonesia firsthand. I am now in front
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of the entrance to the Sikidang Crater. I my side. I have some tips and tricks for you, guys. So, if you go to Arjuna Temple, don't throw away your ticket because it's a pass for the Sikidang Crater. And for the second tip, if you
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want to enter, go to zone two so you don't have to walk around for kilometers, guys. If you visit this crater, you must wear a mask, guys.
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Because the smell of sulfur is very pungent. It's really strong. Sikidang Crater is one of the most famous tourist icons in the Dieng Plateau. This active crater is located at an altitude of about 2,000 meters above sea level and is known for its
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ongoing volcanic activity. White smoke billowing from the cracks in the earth, the rumbling sound from deep within the crater, and the distinctive scent of sulfur create an atmosphere that is so unique and different from other tourist spots. A visit to Dieng doesn't feel
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complete without seeing the uniqueness of the crater directly. So, if you are planning a vacation to Dieng, make sure this destination is on your travel list . Tall grass branches swomes A mandatory thing you must try when you
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come to Dieng or Wonosobo is to try this, Mie Ongklok. So, I have arrived at Mie Ongklok Longkrang, guys. The place is quite far from Dieng, about 1 hour away. We are going to try it. So, we are already at Mie Ongklok Longkrang
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, guys. And we got a welcome snack. Where is it? Oh, fried snacks. Tempe kemul is 1,500 each. This is geplek. Geplek is 1,500. Wow, it's still hot. It's fried starch, but denser. Because of the long line, it's
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been 30 minutes and it hasn't arrived yet, guys. What noodle? This is the ongklok, the three. So, this is my order, the noodle. I ordered one mie ongklok earlier. The price is 14,000 IDR. Chicken satay is 32,000 IDR for 10
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skewers. And this is beef satay, 10 skewers. The price is 34,000 IDR. And if you want to know a fun fact, this Mie Ongklok Longkrang has been around for 51 years, guys. It started in 1975.
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It has stood until now and the place is still the same as it was before. And they opened a branch right next door because it's always so crowded. And this is so thick. It's made from tapioca starch, guys. So it has dried
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shrimp, palm sugar, and tapioca starch. I tried Ongol-ongol back in Dieng and didn't really like it. But let's try the legendary one that's been around for 50 years. In the name of God.
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It tastes just like the sauce for Semarang Spring Rolls. Semarang Spring Roll sauce uses dried shrimp and thickened palm sugar. Well, this is exactly like that and it's delicious.
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It really is good. Now for the satay. This sauce is also similar, a peanut sauce, I think it uses dried shrimp too . And this is tasty. There's also chili sauce with bird's eye chilies.
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And now at 4:30 PM, I'm at the Mendolo terminal to catch the Sinar Jaya bus.
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And my 2-day 1-night trip to Dieng ends here. So, thank you so much for watching. Don't forget to subscribe, like, comment, and share, guys. Follow my next journey.
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Two days and one night in Dieng might feel short, but every moment we spent gave such a memorable experience. From enjoying the calm of Menjer Lake, watching the Golden Sunrise at Sikunir Hill, exploring the Arjuna Temple, seeing the Sikidang Crater activity, to
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enjoying the panorama of Batu Ratapan Angin. This trip was also complete by tasting various Dieng and Wonosobo specialties that have an authentic flavor and are part of the region's charm. Dieng offers not only natural beauty but also a culinary history that
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makes everyone want to return here. Thank you for following our journey to the end. See you at the next destination. Keep exploring Indonesia because there is always beauty and new stories waiting to be discovered.
Topics:Dieng PlateauCentral Java travelDieng tourismKawah SikidangBukit Sikunir sunriseTelaga MenjerWonosobo foodArjuna TempleDieng travel guideIndonesian nature
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