Towering over the Sumatran landscape, Mt. Kerinci demands respect. At 3805 meters tall, Gunung Kerinci is the highest active volcano in Southeast Asia, and even rises above the iconic Mt. Fuji in Japan, and Lombokโs Mt. Rinjani.
Trekking up its forested slopes, protected within the Kerinci Seblat National Park, is quite challenging as there are no switchbacks โ itโs just straight up to the top along a ridge trail. But the views at the top are truly unbeatable, making the struggle and sweat to the summit more than worth it.
Difficulty : Climbing Mt. Kerinci is a tough, strenuous hike โ even those in great shape are wiped out by the end. Make sure youโre prepared. The trek is not technical, however, requiring no ropes or other special equipment.
Activities : Jungle Trekking, Camping, Bird Watching, Wildlife Spotting
Elevation : From 1500m-3805m
Terrain : Jungle, Mountains
Nearest Village : Kersik Tuo, Kayu Aro subdistrict, Kerinci regency, Jambi province, Indonesia
Group Size : Minimum 2 PAX , Maximum 6 PAX
*Something to think about: Getting to Kerinci takes a serious amount of time! Itโs a bit of a shame to just climb the mountain and immediately make the long drive out of the region. Consider exploring more of what this massive and diverse region has to offer.
Go on a night safari to spot wildlife, get close to the local culture on a village tour, or take a multi-day jungle trek deep into the Sumatran rainforest. Opportunities for adventure abound.