A first-hand account of a trek up the highest active volcano in Southeast Asia – from a decidedly non-adventurous adventurer.

Mount Merbabu, which rises over 3,100 metres, is one of Central Java's most popular trekking destinations, famed for its panoramic views, alpine meadows, and rugged trails.

Mount Merbabu National Park chief Anggit Haryoso said the trails would be closed from October 31, 2024, until an unspecified date. "Or until all supporting elements of hiking tourism are ready," as ...

A new hotel in Indonesia is trying to nab the title of being the “world’s skinniest.” But its creator says the project isn’t just about trying to set a world record – it’s about ...

The tropical forest of the Merapi Merbabu Menoreh Biosphere Reserve is a part of the Java-Bali montane forest type, which has an important role for biodiversity conservation of the Sundaland region, ...

“Pertamina’s solar powers have made us more aware of the existing local energy sources. Not only can it enable more effective economic activities, but we can also contribute to protecting the ...

Boyolali: The Mount Merbabu National Park Center (BTNGMb) is reopening two hiking trails of the volcano located at the borders of Semarang, Magelang, and Boyolali districts, Central Java Province, for ...

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The Mount Merbabu National Park management on June 13 announced the reopening of the mountain’s two public hiking trails out of the total five. The park’s head, Junita Parjanti, ...