28 Jun 2025
We booked a tour to Mount Ijen through Rio Bali Tours and had an amazing experience, especially thanks to our driver Gusti and our local guide Sherly.
Gusti drove us very safely from place to place. Even on the winding mountain roads, we always felt safe and comfortable. He was super funny, kind, and made the long drives really enjoyable. You can tell he truly loves his job. Just an awesome person all around.
At Mount Ijen, we were guided by Sherly, a local who used to work in the sulfur mines. He knows the mountain like the back of his hand and explained everything about the region, the mining, and the nature in a really interesting way.
He took us safely to the famous Blue Fire and was always looking out for us. He answered all our questions and made sure we were okay every step of the way. You can feel his passion for guiding. He really enjoys what he does and puts his heart into it.
A special bonus – Sherly took amazing photos of us during the tour. They turned out beautifully and he even created a great video for us at the end, which is such a wonderful memory. All our friends and family were super impressed!
Bottom line: If you’re planning a trip to Mount Ijen, we highly recommend Rio Bali Tours. And if you’re lucky enough to get Gusti as your driver and Sherly as your guide, you’re in for a perfect experience!