High in the Papuan highlands, around 4,000 meters above sea level, there is a mountain lake that many climbers talk about but only a few have seen up close. Its name is Lake Larson, a quiet and stunning alpine lake…
The landscape around Carstensz Peak, the highest peak in Indonesia at 4,884 meters, is home to one of the most unique areas of vegetation in the tropical world. Many climbers refer to this place as a highland savanna because of…
Keakwa Village, located in Central Mimika, is a traditional community that reflects the identity of the Papuan people through its natural beauty, local wisdom, and close connection between humans and nature. The village is located on the southern coast of…
Papua remains one of Indonesia’s most extraordinary tourist destinations, with rugged mountains, ancient forests, and a culture that has thrived for centuries. Its landscape is among the most pristine and untouched in the world, making the province a magnet for…
Why Papua’s Peak Truly Belongs For decades, climbers around the world have been captivated by the dream of completing the Seven Summits, the challenge of reaching the highest peak on every continent. Names like Everest, Aconcagua, Denali, Kilimanjaro, Elbrus, Vinson…
An immersive 17-day adventure into the heart of Papua Climbing Carstensz Pyramid (4,884 m) through the Sugapa route is more than a journey it’s a story you’ll tell for the rest of your life. This path takes you from tropical…
Why Carstensz Pyramid Is One of the Most Unique Mountains on Earth The infamous peak in Indonesia, nestled deep in the heart of Papua’s Sudirman Range, is often regarded as one of the most spectacular mountains on the planet. Although…
Extreme Tourism and National Image: Building Indonesia’s Soft Power through Carstensz UN Tourism state that: Mountain Tourism is a type of “tourism activity which takes place in a defined and limited geographical space such as hills or mountains with distinctive…
Essential Recovery Tips After Climbing Carstensz Pyramid Reaching the summit of Carstensz Pyramid is an achievement that stays with a climber for a lifetime. The combination of high-altitude trekking, steep limestone walls, unpredictable weather, and the challenging Tyrolean Traverse makes…