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Best Mountains in Java, Indonesia
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items I truly believe Indonesia is a slice of paradise! Being nestled right in the 'Ring of Fire' has gifted this country with so many stunning natural landscapes that you simply must explore. I've already explored quite a few of them, and my ultimate goal...
Mount Mongkrang was my very first summit, and let me tell you, the views are absolutely beyond doubt, they are stunning enough to make you want to stay there forever! The trekking route is remarkably easy for beginners, making it my top recommendatio...
Gunung Mongkrang · Area Hutan, Beruk, Jatiyoso, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Bukit Cumbri is technically a hill, not a mountain, which makes it perfect for a fast reward! It only takes about 15 to 30 minutes to reach the summit. The view during sunrise is absolutely breathtaking, you’ll be treated to a majestic panorama of sm...
Bukit Cumbri · 5854+P92, Kepyar, Purwantoro, Kabupaten, Ngudal, Pagerukir, Kec. Sampung, Kabupaten Wonogiri, Jawa Tengah 57695, Indonesia
Prau is globally famous for offering what many call the best golden sunrise in all of Java, combined with a stunning 'sea of clouds' that blankets the valleys below.
Gunung Prau · Bakulan, Dieng, Wonosobo, Kendal Regency, Central Java 51363, Indonesia
From the summit, you are promised an absolutely breathtaking reward, a panoramic view that includes the famous lineup of Central Java's giants, Merbabu, Merapi, and the adjacent Sumbing.
Mount Sindoro · Area Gn., Damarkasiyan, Kertek, Wonosobo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Mount Bromo is an Indonesian icon, but unlike the others, it’s less of a tough hike and more of a journey into an otherworldly, lunar landscape.
Mt Bromo · Area Gn. Bromo, Podokoyo, Tosari, Pasuruan Regency, East Java, Indonesia
Mount Andong is an absolute must-visit, and though I haven't been there yet, it’s famous as the ultimate beginner-friendly peak in Central Java. If you’re looking for a substantial reward without the multi-day effort, this is it!
Mount Andong · Area Hutan/Kebun, Girirejo, Ngablak, Magelang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Mount Telomoyo is the perfect definition of 'high reward, zero effort' among Java's peaks! This mountain is truly unique because, unlike its towering neighbors that demand hours of hiking, Telomoyo features a fully paved road that leads almost all th...
Mount Telomoyo · Karangbawang, Pandean, Ngablak, Semarang Regency, Central Java 56194, Indonesia
Mount Merbabu is one of Central Java's most beloved giants, renowned for its rewarding and highly scenic trails. While considered a moderate two-day climb, the reward is well worth the effort.
Mount Merbabu · Suroteleng, Selo, Boyolali Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
Kali Talang is a captivating eco-tourism spot located on the slopes of Mount Merapi, near the resort town of Kaliurang. While technically an easy and beginner-friendly trek, its main draw is the unrivaled, close-up view of the volcano's peak.
Ekowisata Kali Talang · Unnamed Road, Sambangrejo, Balerante, Kec. Kemalang, Kabupaten Klaten, Jawa Tengah 57484, Indonesia
What makes Papandayan unique is the variety of scenery packed into one short hike. Your journey begins by trekking directly through the active Crater Complex (Kawah Papandayan), where bubbling mud pools, hissing steam vents, and the strong scent of s...
Mt Papandayan · Karamat Wangi, Cisurupan, Garut Regency, West Java, Indonesia
Kawah Ijen, located in East Java, is one of the world's most unique and spectacular volcanic attractions. The two main draws require a very early start: the ethereal 'Blue Fire' and the stunning, toxic crater lake.
Ijen · East Java, Indonesia
Gunung Api Purba Nglanggeran, located in the Gunungkidul Regency near Yogyakarta, is a unique and easily accessible geological marvel recognized as part of the UNESCO Global Geopark.
Ancient Volcano Nglanggeran · Nglanggeran Wetan, Nglanggeran, Patuk, Gunungkidul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta 55862, Indonesia
Mount Lawu is a majestic stratovolcano straddling the border between Central Java and East Java, with its highest point, Hargo Dumilah, reaching 3,265 meters above sea level.
Mt. Lawu · Area Hutan, Gondosuli, Tawangmangu, Karanganyar Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
The mountain is known for its diverse and challenging trekking trails, with major routes starting from Cibodas, Gunung Putri, and Selabintana. The trails lead hikers through dense tropical rainforests, home to endemic species like the Javan leopard a...
Mount Gede · Cipendawa, Pacet, Cianjur Regency, West Java, Indonesia
The Semeru hike is renowned for its iconic landmarks. The journey typically begins from Ranu Pani village and features a beautiful trekking path to Ranu Kumbolo, a stunning high-altitude lake that serves as a popular and often spiritual campsite.
Semeru · Ngampo, Pasrujambe, Lumajang Regency, East Java, Indonesia
The mountain is a favorite among local trekkers and is primarily accessed via several routes, including Garung, Bowongso, and Mangli (often called 'Nepal van Java' for its picturesque hillside farming villages).
Mount Sumbing · Gn. Malang, Purwojiwo, Kalikajar, Wonosobo Regency, Central Java, Indonesia
The mountain is renowned for its strenuous and physically demanding trails, with Bambangan being the most popular and straightforward access point. Other major routes include Guci and Baturaden.
Mount Slamet · Sawah Dan Kebun, Gunungsari, Pulosari, Pemalang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia