Mount Gede – Pangrango

Indonesia

Get Two Climbs in One with Mount Gede-Pangrango: An Escape From Jakarta

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Summary Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Summary

Mount Gede-Pangrango: Two Climbs in One Just Outside Jakarta

Not too far off from the busy city of Jakarta sits one of Indonesia’s easier hikes: Mount Gede-Pangrango. The volcano has 2 separate peaks making this hike a fun 2 day weekend getaway for amateurs and advanced climbers alike.

Climbing Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Height and Distance

Natural Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Natural Height

Summits Index:
5 / 10 (3,001m - 4,000m)

3,019m (9,904ft)

Natural Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Hiking Period

Summits Index:
3 / 10 (2 days)

Visitors usually enter the park by one of the various gates of the Gede Pangrango National Park. The Cibodas, Gunung Putri, and Selabintana gates, all give access to the peaks, however, Putri Gate is one of the most popular entrances to the Gede-Pangrango National Park. It takes two days to complete this hike when departing from here.

Difficulty Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Hiking Difficulty

Difficulty Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Terrain

Summits Index:
5 / 10 (Mild difficult)

The terrain of Mount Gede Pangrango can be split into 2 district sections; the montane ecosystem from 1,000m (3,280ft) to 2,500m (8,202ft), and the subalpine ecosystem higher up.

The montane ecosystem section of the hike is made up of tall trees in a rainforest brimming with biodiversity. The terrain is dense. There are some steep parts to this section of the trail.

When the dense rainforest eventually thins out, this is the subalpine ecosystem mostly made up of grassy meadows. The terrain becomes rocky and drier.

Difficulty Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Weather

Summits Index:
5 / 10 (Very variable - unfriendly or consistently unpleasant throughout the year)

The weather in this part of Indonesia switches between the dry season from May to October, and the rainy season from November to April. This renders May-October the best time of the year to climb, although the authorities can sometimes close the park when it gets too dry and there is a chance of fires.

Climbers must be prepared for drops in temperature at night, even going below 10°C (50°F), and more at altitude.

Difficulty Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Equipment

Summits Index:
5 / 10 (Poles and/or clothes for weather)

Wear comfortable and reliable hiking boots. Unexpected rain can also present a challenge as it makes surfaces slippery, so tread carefully and make sure you have the right gear for rain and sunshine. Hiking poles can reduce the risk of falling.

Make sure to bring insect repellent especially if you are planning on an overnight stay in the mountains.

Facilities Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Support Facilities

Facilities Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Rest Stops & Facilities

Summits Index:
5 / 10 (Mostly sufficient facilities)

At the trailhead, you’ll find a registration kiosk, food, and potable water.

Along the trail, there are rest stop shelters, publicly displayed maps, built-in hand-holds, guide ropes, and hazard markings at technically difficult sections.

At the summit base camp, the only food and water available will be that which you brought with you.

Facilities Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Guides and Porters

Summits Index:
2 / 10 (Optional; reliable and affordable easily available)

Neither guides nor porters are required, though it is always better to hike in a group if possible.

Accessibility Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Accessibility and Safety

Accessibility Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Location

Summits Index:
2 / 10 (Near major city; accessible any time)

The Cibodas, Gunung Putri, and Selabintana gates, all give access to the peaks and are all between 2.5 to 3 hours’ drive from Jakarta (depending on the traffic).

You could alternatively get to Bogor, the southernmost satellite town of Jakarta, by public transport (such as train), and then organise an onward taxi from there.

Accessibility Mount Gede – Pangrango Indonesia - Safety

Summits Index:
4 / 10 (Little risk of injuries, but not recommended for single travelers)

On the way to the Gede-Pangrango trailhead, take the usual precautions for your personal safety as one would when traversing poorer areas of a big, bustling Asian city.

You should be relatively safe when climbing Gede-Pangrango, but it is always better to travel in groups, check in with the park rangers, and stay alert.

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