Seruit
Grilled or fried fish eaten with shrimp-paste sambal, tempoyak, and raw vegetables. Usually enjoyed together with a group.
Lampung
Gunung Anak Krakatau
A Young Volcano Born from the Ruins of Krakatau
Destination story
Krakatau erupted violently in 1883 and collapsed to form a caldera in the Sunda Strait. About four decades later, in the late 1920s, a new volcano rose from the seabed and has kept growing: Anak Krakatau. The area is part of the Krakatau Nature Reserve and Marine Nature Reserve in South Lampung.
The trip usually starts from the pier in Kalianda, South Lampung, with a speedboat ride of about one and a half to two hours. Along the way, the blue sea gives way to volcanic island scenery, and visitors usually stop at nearby islands for snorkelling.
Important note: Anak Krakatau's activity changes. A landslide in December 2018 triggered a tsunami in the Sunda Strait and changed the shape of the mountain. Access is determined by the volcanic status from PVMBG, so make sure you use official routes and a trusted operator before you go.
Why visitWitness a volcano born from one of the most famous eruptions in world history, straight from the sea.
Highlights & attractions
Things to do
Marine
Adventure
Must-Try Local Dishes
In Gunung Anak Krakatau, try Seruit and Kemplang. Food from other regions
Kemplang
Flat fish crackers, baked until crisp. A long-lasting souvenir.
Travel tips
- Check Anak Krakatau's activity status from official sources before you go; access may be closed.
- Use a licensed boat operator and make sure life jackets are available for all passengers.
- Bring head protection and closed shoes; volcanic rock is sharp and hot.
- Don't take rocks or sand from the nature reserve.
Open trip packages to Gunung Anak Krakatau
1 package available, from IDR 1,150,000.
