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The mission covers two distinct icons: The Roof and The Lake. We designed this Mount Kerinci and Gunung Tujuh Trek for those who want to experience the highest volcano and the highest caldera lake in Southeast Asia. You start with the physical push to the summit of Indrapura, then transition to the trek towards the massive, silent waters of Gunung Tujuh.
Moving between two major elevations requires consistent support. This Kerinci Seblat National Park Tour follows the essential Kerinci Paradise standard. We manage the flow and the transition between the mountain base and the caldera trail so you can recover and prepare. We provide the professional support needed to ensure you reach both targets safely.
Review the itinerary of this 2 Sumatra Challenge below. We present the route and elevation details clearly. By securing this package, you commit to a focused adventure that checks off the two most significant landmarks in Sumatra.
| Number of Participants |
Hotel or Similar |
Pelangi Guesthouse or Similar |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | IDR 7.100k,- | IDR 7.800k,- |
| 2 | IDR 5.000k,- | IDR 5.350k,- |
| 3 | IDR 3.800k,- | IDR 4.250k,- |
| 4 – 6 | IDR 3.500k,- | IDR 4.000k,- |
| 7 – 8 | IDR 3.250k,- | IDR 3.600k,- |
| 9 – 10+ | IDR 2.950k,- | IDR 3.300k,- |
| Number of Participants |
Hotel or Similar |
Pelangi Guesthouse or Similar |
|---|---|---|
| *1 | US$ 502,- IDR 7.850k,- |
US$ 544,- IDR 8.500k,- |
| 2 | US$ 365,- IDR 5.700k,- |
US$ 390,- IDR 6.100k,- |
| 3 | US$ 288,- IDR 4.500k,- |
US$ 320,- IDR 5.000k,- |
| 4 – 6 | US$ 272,- IDR 4.250k,- |
US$ 298,- IDR 4.650k,- |
| 7 – 8 | US$ 256,- IDR 4.000k,- |
US$ 278,- IDR 4.350k,- |
| 9 – 10+ | US$ 243,- IDR 3.700k,- |
US$ 282,- IDR 4.050k,- |
Essential Notice
Upon your arrival at Minang Kabau International Airport, you will be picked up and transferred to your hotel in Kerinci within about 7-8 hours of driving. Usually, before starting the long way to Kerinci, our driver will ask you to enjoy Minang cuisine in the city of Padang.
After dinner, you will meet with our leader and crew to explain the details of the hike and all the important things.
Note :
After breakfast, we’ll head to TrailHead using a local vehicle for 30 minutes.
arrive at the Trailhead (1800m) the climb to campsite shelter 3 begins. along the way you will pass through the tropical rainforest with 3 stopping points post 1 to post 3 there many beautiful birds if you are lucky you will see several types of mammals such as Siamang Gibbon and Surili Sumatra then Shelter 1 (2550m) where lunch.
After enjoying lunch heading to Shelter 2 (3100m) through the sub-montane forest and then campsite Shelter 3 (3349m).
Upon arrival at the campsite, you will be welcomed with hot tea, beautiful scenery, and a sunset. Before the rest our crew will present a fully cooked warm dinner at the campsite will keep your energy high.
After a hot tea or coffee, we start well before sunrise to start the final but climb up the very steep. As it gets light, a spectacular view of Kerinci gets slowly into sight. Finally, we will stand on the highest volcano in Southeast Asia “Mount Kerinci (3805 masl) with an incredible view over West Sumatra and Jambi, with many other volcanic peaks, mountain ranges, and lakes around and below us not only that, the active crater of Mount Kerinci, 300 meters deep, is also in front of us.
After some time spent on or around the summit, we are heading to the campsite, take brunch, and then descend to the trailhead and hotel.
after breakfast at the hotel, we will head to the Lake Gunung Tujuh Trailhead using a local vehicle for 40 minutes. upon arrival at the trailhead, we start the hike of approximately 2.5 hours to the lake.
Upon arrival at the lake, we will ask you to have lunch first by the side of the lake. after that, you can enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Gunung Tujuh if you like swimming this is the best place for you.
After enjoying the beauty of Lake Gunung Tujuh we will take you to get descent and return to the hotel to get ready for drop-off to Padang or airport departure at 9.00 pm.
Arrived at the airport at 5.00 am. End of Trip
The best arrival time at Minang Kabau International Airport is at 8 am, remember that heading to Kerinci is at least 7-8 hours of overland driving so you will arrive in Kerinci in the afternoon. however, if it is not possible, you can take the afternoon because we have provided private transportation, making it more flexible.
We will cover all transport costs detailed within a trip program as mentioned on our provided itinerary. This will exclude international flights to and from the destination countries. It is your responsibility to ensure these align with the start and finish of the trip.
The transportation we used can be seen on How to Explore Kerinci page.
All essential equipment is included, e.g. quality tents with a capacity of 4 adults but for your comfort, we maximize 3 people a tent, mattress, inflatable mattress/Sleeping Pad, etc. You are responsible for your gear and clothing. A full list of requirements and advice (if required) will be provided at the time of booking.
We provide 2 nights accommodation 1 night before the hike and 1 night after the hike. Of course, we choose the best accommodation with specifications that have a hot shower, clean, good breakfast, close to Mount Kerinci of course has a beautiful view, etc.
This trip includes a professional and licensed mountain guide with a ratio of 1 Guide 5 participants and also porters as assistant guides with a ratio of 1 porter 3 participants to carry group equipment, Set up the tent, cooking, etc.
Jetz will overall lead many of our trips, but to have him as your guide you will need to enquire with our team about his availability.
Sure, you can swim in this lake, but we need to remind you that you can’t use soap, you can’t wear a bikini, and make sure you bring a towel.
