[Hiking Series]Indonesia-Mount Merbabu(3,145m): 2D1N Camping Hike via Suwanting

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Looking to introduce hikers to camping and hiking the majestic Mount Merbabu (3,145m) with a 2D1N camping experience!

Mount Merbabu is a beginner-friendly mountain and suitable for those who wish to experience a multi-day hike or mountain beyond Malaysia ones. It is located at Yogyakarta which is famous for the UNESCO heritage temples and Mount Merapi. Unfortunately, Mount Merapi can't be climbed so Mount Merbabu is a better and more beautiful option!

We will hike Mount Merbabu (3,145m), which is a dormant stratovolcano, that overlooks Mount Merapi and Yogyakarta. While sadly they do not allow to a traverse route, we will intend to do a slightly longer 2D1N camping trek via Suwanting.

At the top of Mount Merbabu, you will be rewarded with an amazing 360-degree unobstructed view of Mount Merapi as well as the other surrounding mountains in the region. One can see 7 significant peaks: Gunung Sumbing, Gunung Sindoro, the Dieng Plateau, Gunung Telomoyo, Gunung Ungaran, Gunung Merapi, and Gunung Lawu.

Please note that although it is can be doable for those who are not very experienced as it is not very technical, it will still be tiring as Suwanting is a long route. An open mindset is required =)

Who is this for?

==> One who wish to experience hiking and camping
==> First time to experiencing a proper Indonesia mountain and hike
==> A hike with a beautiful summit view (weather dependent)
==> Open savannah hike and camping under the stars!
==> Something strenuous enough for it to be memorable
==> Step up from Ijen/Batur

It is suitable for first-timers to camping as the trek is longer but not too overly strenuous. However, one is expected to walk 6-8 hours up and down per day for 2 days.

This is similar to doing 1.5 Mount Ophirs in Malaysia over 2 days

Trip Information
Total Duration: 4 days
Trek Days: 2D1N
Flight: SG-Yogyakarta via Scoot. ~300 SGD

Estimate Itinerary:
Day 1: SG - Yogyakarta and to base camp homestay
Day 2: Start trek to Merbabu via Suwanting early morning and camp overnight
Day 3: Sunrise at summit of Merbabu before descending back to Jogja
Day 4: Yogyakarta - SG

If you wish to extend to visit the temples/other activities in Yogyakarta, feel free to do so!

Estimated Pricing:
Cost: 450 SGD
If +1 friend, it will be 425 SGD per pax

Price Includes:
All Transport Fees (for hiking)
All Associated Entrance fees
Merbabu Mountain Guide
General Porters for Tents + Sleeping Bag + Food
Meals during the Merbabu Trek (Dinner, Breakfast)
2 nights accommodation Twin-Sharing (1 before hike, and 1 after hike)

Price Excludes:
Flights
Transport back to airport for last day
Travel Insurance
Tips to Driver/Guides/Porters
Personal Porters (For your own equipment)
Meals outside of the Merbabu Trek
Other Entrance and Activity Fees
Any Other Personal Expenses
Personal Equipment for Trekking

This trip is organized by Little Monsters Travel Pte Ltd
TA Number: 03117
Contact: +65 88842635