Bromo National Park access restricted due to forest fire

Access to parts of Indonesia's Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park has been restricted following a significant forest fire. The Balai Besar TNBTS, the park's governing authority, closed entrances from Malang and Lumajang regencies on Monday night, August 3, 2026. The fire, which ignited in the Bantengan Block on Monday afternoon, is spreading across steep cliffs, making firefighting efforts challenging.

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This is done to facilitate firefighting efforts and ensure visitor safety.

While the entrances from Jemplang, Coban Trisula (Malang), and Senduro (Lumajang) are closed, visitors can still enter the park through Cemoro Lawang (Probolinggo) and Wonokitri (Pasuruan). However, access is limited to the Sea of Sand area, with the Savana region prohibited for visitors. The duration of these restrictions remains undetermined.

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Firefighting efforts cannot be carried out directly because the location of the cliffs is difficult to reach.

Local disaster mitigation agency officials are working to create firebreaks to contain the blaze, but the rugged terrain and strong winds pose significant challenges. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, though officials note that dry seasons often contribute to such incidents across Indonesia. Authorities are urging the public to exercise extreme caution, particularly regarding fire safety, to prevent further outbreaks.

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It is strictly forbidden to open land by burning, carelessly discard cigarette butts, or burn trash in open areas without supervision, especially during hot weather and strong winds.