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Yogyakarta, renowned for its rich Javanese culture, delectable culinary experiences, and bustling backpacking community that draws wanderers from around the globe, also serves as an ideal starting point for various volcano and hiking adventures in the region. Within driving distance from the city center, you can find five remarkable mountains waiting to be explored:

1. Mount Merbabu ( 3,145 meters)

Often celebrated as one of Java’s most stunning peaks, Mount Merbabu offers breathtaking panoramic views from its summit. With its awe-inspiring alpine terrain, expansive meadows, and captivating mountain range, Mount Merbabu beckons both novice and moderate-level hikers, making it an excellent choice for family and friends.

  • Location: A mere 2-hour drive from Yogyakarta
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 14 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: About 1,357 meters
  • Minimum Age to Climb: 10 years old
  • Duration: 2 days program

2. Mount Sindoro (3,136 meters)

A volcanic adventure to Mount Sindoro provides an exhilarating opportunity to get up close to this active volcano’s magnificent crater. The trail unveils spectacular landscapes, featuring parasitic craters and cones on its northwest-southern flanks. The summit of Sindoro treats hikers to a majestic 360-degree vista of the Dieng area, with distant mountain peaks on the horizon.

  • Location: Just 3 hours’ drive from Yogyakarta
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 14 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: About 1,733 meters
  • Minimum Age to Climb: 10 years old
  • Duration: 2-day program; sunrise hike option available

3. Mount Sumbing (3,371 meters)

As the second-highest volcano in Central Java, Mount Sumbing is a hidden gem for nature enthusiasts and avid hikers. Its sublime volcano trail and captivating mountain vistas cater to those seeking serene walks with loved ones or more challenging treks up the second-highest peak in Central Java.

  • Location: Only a 2-hour drive from Yogyakarta
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 14 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: About 1,871 meters
  • Minimum Age to Climb: 10 years old
  • Duration: 2-day program; sunrise hike option available

4. Mount Prau (2,590 meters)

Mount Prau offers an ideal short, easy hiking adventure for families and friends, complete with a scenic ridge walk along a well-defined path. Rising 2,565 meters above sea level, it stands as the highest point in the Dieng area, a captivating and welcoming destination in Indonesia. The mountain treats hikers to some of the most captivating summit views in Java, including golden sunrises and panoramic vistas of the surrounding Central Java mountains.

  • Location: Approximately 4 hours’ drive from Yogyakarta
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 8 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: About 669 meters
  • Minimum Age to Climb: 10 years old
  • Duration: 2-day program; sunrise hike option available

5. Mount Lawu (3,265 meters)

Embark on an adventure to discover the magnificent Mount Lawu in Central Java, where you’ll be greeted with heavenly vistas. Mount Lawu (3,265m) straddles the southern border of East and Central Java, offering a blend of captivating landscapes, from lush savannahs to enchanting pine forests and awe-inspiring mountain terrain. This dormant volcano is steeped in Javanese beliefs, myths, and legends.

  • Location: Just 3 hours’ drive from Yogyakarta
  • Hiking Distance: Approximately 19 km round trip
  • Elevation Gain: About 1,925 meters
  • Minimum Age to Climb: 10 years old
  • Duration: 2-day program

Embark on these incredible hiking adventures near Yogyakarta to connect with nature and uncover the beauty of Central Java’s mountainous landscapes.

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