2-Day Mount Merbabu Hiking and Camping Trip via Selo: Golden Savanna with Mount Merapi Volcanic View

Experience the sweeping savannas and dramatic volcanic landscapes of Central Java on this 2-day Mount Merbabu camping expedition. Camp at Sabana 1 and wake up to a front-row sunrise view of active Mount Merapi.

Duration

2-Day 1-Night (2D1N)

Difficulty

Moderate

Starting point

Yogyakarta / Solo (Surakarta) / Semarang

via Suwanting

Mountain height: 3142 masl

Starting point height: 1500 masl

Elevation gain: +1642 m

Trek length: 6 km

Trail type: Dirt, dusty trail during dry season, muddy during rain

Temperature: 5°C - 15°C

Via Selo

Mountain height: 3142 masl

Starting point height: 1850 masl

Elevation gain: +1292 m

Trek length: 6 km

Trail type: Pine woodland and open rolling savanna ridges

Temperature: 4°C - 14°C

Via Wekas

Mountain height: 3142 masl

Starting point height: 1750 masl

Elevation gain: +1392 m

Trek length: 5 km

Trail type: Dirt, rocks

Temperature: 4°C - 14°C

Itinerary Overview

Starting/pickup location

Yogyakarta / Solo (Surakarta) / Semarang

Car

2 hours

Via Selo (Boyolali)

Depends on the selected option

Car

2 hours

2 drop-off locations

Basecamp Selo, Mount Merbabu National Park, Yogyakarta

Day 1

Transfer to Selo & Trek to Sabana 1 Campsite

07:00

Pickup from hotel by private transport.

09:00

Arrive at Selo Basecamp, briefing, coffee break.

09:30

Start hike to Pos 1, 2, 3, and Sabana 1.

14:30

Arrive at campsite, welcome snack, sunset over Merapi.

19:00

Warm dinner and rest.

Day 2

Summit Attack to Kenteng Songo & Descent

03:30

Wake up, light breakfast, push to Kenteng Songo summit.

05:30

Spectacular sunrise with Mount Merapi in the background.

07:00

Descend to camp, breakfast.

09:00

Descend to Selo Basecamp.

12:00

Arrive at basecamp, lunch, return transfer.

Includes

  • Roundtrip private transport from the meeting point
  • Certified English speaking mountain guide
  • Group porter for camping equipment and logistics
  • Full-camping equipment (Tent, sleeping bag, sleeping pad)
  • Mountain entrance fees & National Park permits
  • Mineral water & trail refreshment
  • First aid and mountain medical kit
  • Fresh meals, snacks, and hot beverages on the mountain
  • 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 1.499.000

per person

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