Mount Sumbing Midnight Sunrise Trek via Nepal Van Java

Start under the cover of night from the picturesque village of Nepal Van Java on an exhilarating non-overnight summit dash. Arrive at the crater ridge in time to watch the sun ignite the skies above Sindoro, Merapi, and Merbabu.

Duration

12 Hours

Difficulty

Difficult

Starting point

Yogyakarta / Magelang

Via Adipuro / Kaliangkrik (Nepal Van Java)

Mountain height: 3371 masl

Starting point height: 1620 masl

Elevation gain: +1751 m

Trek length: 6.2 km

Trail type: Terraced agricultural trails, forest, and rocky summit path

Temperature: 4°C - 15°C

Itinerary Overview

Starting/pickup location

Yogyakarta / Magelang

Car

2 hours

Via Adipuro / Kaliangkrik (Nepal Van Java)

Depends on the selected option

Car

2 hours

2 drop-off locations

Basecamp Adipuro, Mount Sumbing Area, Yogyakarta

Day 1

Midnight Ascent to Sunrise Summit & Descent

23:00

Pickup from hotel in Yogyakarta/Magelang and drive to Nepal Van Java.

01:00

Arrive at Basecamp, gear check, briefing, and tea/coffee.

01:30

Start night trekking through agricultural terraces and forest ridge.

05:30

Reach Sumbing Summit Ridge. Enjoy glorious golden sunrise with hot drinks.

07:00

Explore crater view and start descent back to Nepal Van Java.

10:30

Arrive at village basecamp, local lunch, photo stop at colorful houses, return transfer.

Includes

  • Roundtrip private transport from the meeting point
  • Certified English speaking mountain guide
  • Mountain support crew & logistics assistance
  • Mountain entrance fees & National Park permits
  • Mineral water & trail energy snacks
  • First aid and mountain medical kit
  • Breakfast / summit meal and hot drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Meals and drinks not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Private porter for your personal equipment
  • Tip for guide/driver

What to bring

  • Backpack (20-30 liter)
  • Jacket: mid-layer (fleece/down) and outer layer (windbreaker/rain-shell)
  • Long-trouser
  • Raincoat / poncho
  • Buff / neck warmer
  • UV protector & lip-balm
  • Gloves
  • Trekking shoes and socks
  • Headlight with spare batteries
  • Trekking poles
  • Sunglasses
  • Personal medicine
  • Passport/KITAS/KITAP

*If you find trouble finding those gear, we will help you to find a store or equipment rental near to the mountain.

From

Rp 1.599.000

per person

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