Sari Ater Hot Spring Resort

Ciater (widely known as Pemandian Air Panas Ciater or Sari Ater Hot Spring Resort) is a famous natural hot spring destination located at the foot of the active Tangkuban Perahu volcano in the northern highlands of West Java. Situated just a short drive past Lembang town heading down toward Subang, it is one of the most popular thermal recreation spots in the region.

The resort and surrounding park are fed by warm mineral waters originating directly from the active sulfur springs of Tangkuban Perahu's crater. The water is rich in minerals like sulfur and magnesium, which are traditionally believed to have therapeutic and healing properties for the skin and muscles. The sprawling property features a wide range of bathing options—from large public cascading river pools and warm water lagoons surrounded by lush tea plantations to private, enclosed family bath pavilions, swimming pools, and resort hotel accommodations.

Key Highlights: Natural warm sulfur mineral pools, cascading warm-water river streams running through green tea estates, spa facilities, and direct proximity to Tangkuban Perahu volcano.

Best Time to Visit: Early mornings on weekdays or late afternoons when the cool highland air makes soaking in the warm thermal water especially relaxing, while also avoiding heavy weekend visitor traffic from Bandung and Jakarta.

How to Get There

Located along the main provincial highway connecting Lembang to Subang:

• By Car or Ride-Hailing: From central Bandung, drive north through Lembang and continue past Tangkuban Perahu down the mountain slopes toward Ciater (roughly a 50-to-60 minute drive depending on traffic).

• By Local Transport: Accessible via regional public minibuses (*angkot*) running regular routes northward from the Lembang transport terminal toward Subang.