Mount Gede — Local services in Java

Gede-Pangrango Volcanoes is a twin volcanoes which administratively located in 3 regions, namely Bogor Regency, Cianjur Regency and Sukabumi Regency, West Java Province as the part of hundreds volcano exists in Indonesia ring of fire lines which formed million years ago by the collision of two major plates called Eurasian and Indo-Australian. Currently, Gede is a still active volcano, Pangrango has become a dormant volcano. The icon of these volcanoes lies on their ultimately beautiful landscape of wide square called Suryakencana for Gede dan Mandalawangi for Pangrango which full of Edelweiss Flower / "Anaphalis Javanica".

In the Ancient Sundanese Kingdom era, Gede-Pangrango are considered to be a sacred place to the Sundanese as they were related with the legend of Sundanese land. Sundanese as brother of Javanese & Balinese too has the same beliefs that mountains are called to be the place where the spirit of their ancestors reside and thus it has to be worshipped. The famous man called Bujangga Manik from Sundanese Kingdom who once had journey across Java-Bali island mention that these twin volcanoes as "Bukit Ageung, Hulu Wano Na Pakuan" or in Sundanese has meaning of "Mighty Mount, the Highest Peak in the Land of Pakuan". In the Dutch colonisation era, the Dutch East Indies government set the area around Gede-Pangrango to fulfill both their economical and environmental interests. The economical interest can be shown of how they designated most of the fertile lands surrounding it to become agricultural and plantation which now has developed reach the area of Ciawi and Cikopo. The environmental can be shown of how they designated the area around Cibodas-Cimungkad to become the first center of conservation area and botanical research in Indonesia by establishing Botanical Garden and setting Natural Reserve. In the Indonesian independency era, the Indonesian government then continue the preservation effort of the area around Gede-Pangrango by setting Gede-Pangrango Biosphere Reserve and Gede-Pangrango National Park which then nobled as the oldest biosphere reserve and national park in Indonesia.

About hiking Gede-Pangrango Volcanoes, the peak of Pangrango is 3019 MASL and the peak of Gede lies is 2958 MASL, which can be accessed from 3 common hiking-routes namely Cibodas or Ciputri in Cianjur Regency and via Selabintana in Sukabumi Regency. The hiking-time rate from Cibodas or Ciputri range from 5-7 hours while from Selabintana range from 10-14 hours depending...

Mount Gede is a stunning volcanic mountain located in West Java, Indonesia. The mountain is a popular destination for adventurous hikers who want to experience the beautiful landscapes and challenging terrain of the region. The trail to the summit of Mount Gede is well-maintained, and hikers can expect to encounter a range of different environments on their journey, from dense forests to rocky ridges. The view from the summit of the mountain is truly breathtaking, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

The ascent of Mount Gede is not for the faint-hearted, but it is well worth the effort for those who are up to the challenge. The hike to the summit can take anywhere from six to ten hours, depending on your fitness level and the route you choose. Along the way, you will encounter a variety of flora and fauna, including monkeys, birds, and various species of plants. There are several rest points along the trail, where hikers can stop to catch their breath and take in the stunning scenery.

One of the most appealing aspects of Mount Gede is the sense of accomplishment that comes from reaching the summit. The hike is physically demanding, but it is also mentally challenging, requiring focus, determination, and perseverance. Hikers who make it to the top of the mountain are rewarded with a sense of achievement that few other experiences can match. For those looking for a memorable adventure in Indonesia, Mount Gede is an...

Mount gede pangrangois one of the mountains that is a favorite of climbers in Indonesia, it is even known that nearly 50,000 climbers come every year to this mountain. Although there are regulations that are made to limit the climbers who come, this is not an obstacle for some nature lovers, especially mountain lovers. One reason that makes this mountain never empty of visitors because of its location adjacent to the Capital of Jakarta and Bandung. To reduce the damage to nature around Mount Gede Pangrango, every August all hiking trails are closed for climbers. Of course this is a positive activity that can protect the environment around Mount Gede Pangrango.

Mount Gede Pangrango Gunung Gede Pangrango, source: Kahf’s Journey Mount Gede-Pangrango Mount Gede Pangrango which looks quite beautiful, source: Wisata Cibodas There are three hiking trails to climb this mountain, namely the climbing path of Cibodas, Gunung Putri and Salabintana. However, the hiking trail that is popular among climbers is through the Cibodas hiking trail. To climb Mount Gede Pangrango, a booking system can be applied that can be done 3 to 30 days before climbing. There is a limit for the number of climbers on Mount Gede Pangrango, which is only 600 people per night, each of which is 300 people through the Cibodas route, 200 people through the Gunung Putri route, and 100 people via the...