Lembang Travel Guide

Situated near the Tangkuban Perahu volcano in Java, the picturesque village of Lembang draws visitors who are looking for some peace and quiet combined with intense natural beauty.

Worth It?: Only if you are in the area and want to relax somewhere surrounded by natural beauty.
What to Do: visit the sulphur crater, trekking through the forest, bathing in natural hot springs.
Best Time to Go: during the dry season between May and September.
How Long?: A day or two is enough time to explore Lembang and explore the natural beauty of the area.
Trivia: Tangkuban Perahu, the local volcano, means overturned boat in the local dialect.

Lembang was a former retreat for the Dutch, who colonized the area. Visitors will still find a number of pretty Dutch buildings here and the Dutch influence even finds its way into the local cuisine, meaning that food lovers will have plenty of choice.

Lembang's close proximity to Bandung makes this a good place to visit on a daytrip. However, there is also plenty of accommodation here, making it possible to stay for a couple of days and fully explore the natural beauty of the region slowly.

Travel to Lembang - Getting There

Lembang has its own airport and is just a 3-hour flight from Jakarta, the country's main international gateway. The city is also just a short bus ride away from a number of towns and cities such as Bandung (20 minutes).

Lembang Things to Do

Lembang Attractions

Tangkuban Prahu

this sulphur crater is Lembang's main attraction and can be reached easily by local jeepney.

Side trips from Lembang

Maribaya Hot Springs: just a short jeepney ride from Lembang, these natural hot springs are located in the heart of the forest.
Gua Belanda: located near the hot springs, this Dutch Cave consists of a series of tunnels chiseled into the mountainside.