Author of this guide and Founder of Kerinci Paradise, responsible for ensuring the accuracy of all mountain information provided on this website.
The heart of Kerinci Paradise. Jetz Herwanto embodies our More Than Summit philosophy. With an unparalleled 300+ Kerinci summits, his journey began humbly as a porter, absorbing the mountain’s deepest secrets before becoming one of the region’s most respected guides. His vision is to redefine adventure in his homeland.
This vision is backed by deep, formal expertise. Jetz is a licensed APGI (Indonesian Mountain Guide Association) Expert (Level 3, Pemandu Gunung Utama), a certified Tour Consultant, and a certified Paragliding Pilot. As a recognized Mountain Guide Instructor and the elected Chairman of APGI Jambi (2025–2028), responsible for guide standards across the Kerinci region, his authority in high-altitude operations is unmatched.
Jetz personally oversees guide training and all technical content, ensuring that every safety recommendation and mountain detail on this website reflects real, proven experience on Kerinci.
Choosing Kerinci Paradise means benefiting directly from the vision and certified standard of a true industry master. Learn more about the expert team who climb and guide alongside him.