Central Papua – The Jayawijaya Mountains have long been associated with Carstensz Peak, the highest peak in the country and one of the Seven Summits. However, various reports from researchers, climbers, and local communities show that Jayawijaya has more stories,…
Central Papua – On the global map, Carstensz Pyramid is famous as one of the most challenging peaks in Oceania. However, for the indigenous tribes of Papua, this mountain is more than just an extreme climbing destination. Carstensz is also…
Nabire, Central Papua – Whale sharks (Rhincodon typus) found in the waters of Cenderawasih Bay have once again attracted the attention of researchers and marine tourism managers. In addition to their length, which can reach tens of meters, the polka…
Nabire, Central Papua – Pepaya Island, a small island located in the Cenderawasih Bay area, is now gaining attention as one of the promising marine tourism destinations in Nabire Regency. Despite its small size, the island offers clear sea views,…
In the middle of Papua’s vast tropical forests lies a natural lake that few people know about but which holds extraordinary beauty: Degeli Jegeli Lake. This location is not included in the famous tourist routes, but this is precisely what…
Climbing Carstensz Pyramid is not only about strength or stamina. It is also about how well your body can adapt to extreme altitude. Once you reach above 4,000 meters, the air becomes thinner and every step feels heavier. This is…
Most people imagine Papua as a warm tropical region, but high in the Sudirman Range lies a mountain that loves to break expectations. Carstensz Pyramid, standing above 4,800 meters, has a personality of its own. One minute you’re enjoying clear…
If there is one moment on the Carstensz Pyramid route that every climber remembers, it is the crossing above the deep limestone gap. Years ago, adventurers would cross this section by hanging on a Tyrolean traverse, suspended in midair with…
Hiking,Trekking, Mountaineering: Which One Matters Most for Carstensz Pyramid Outdoor enthusiasts often use hiking, trekking, and mountaineering interchangeably. But in reality, these three activities are very different, especially when we talk about one of the most challenging peaks in the…
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…