CARSTENSZ PYARAMID 2026
Carstensz Pyramid, the tallest peak in Austral-Oceania, offers a challenging climb through dense rainforests and steep rock faces, rewarding climbers with stunning summit views.
Standing at 4,884 meters, the Carstensz Pyramid is the lowest of the Seven Summits and the tallest peak in Austral-Oceania. It’s important to keep in mind that this mountain is not as modest as it appears. The “Puncak Jaya” – “Victory Mountain” as it is called in the native language, is deemed the most challenging of all Seven Summits from a climbing point of view. It is situated on the second biggest island in the world, in the province of Papua, which is part of Indonesia, amidst green and dense jungle.
To reach the Base Camp on the overland route, a crossing of the rainforest is inevitable. Especially during heavy rain, you should not forget to bring your rubber boots and some extra endurance. Reaching the Base Camp does not mark the end of the toughest journey. There are still several hours of climbing, with some sections aided by fixed ropes, before the summit comes into view. Once at the summit, we will be rewarded with a breathtaking panorama, and if the weather cooperates, we might even see two oceans simultaneously.
√ Arrival & Departure: Airport-Hotel–Airport (Pick Up and Drop) by vehicle. √ Hotel Accommodation in TIMIKA: Two nights hotel (twin share) at Timika. √ Helicopter flight from Timika to Base Camp and return.
√ Food & Lodging: 3 meals per day (BLD) including tea and coffee, along with accommodation at hotel/lodge/tent during the expeditions. √ Drinking Water: 2 liters of boiled water to carry on thermos per day per member.
√ Permit: All travel permits from Indonesia government and Police. √ Member Luggage: 15 kg luggage allowance from Timika to Base Camp by helicopter. √ Guide: Local government licensed Guide (English speaking) during the trek and peak climbing. √ Fixed rope on Carstensz Pyramid wall.
√ Staff Salary and allowance: All staff & porters’ daily wages, salary, equipment, foods & clothing. √ Comprehensive Medical kit.
√ Satellite telephone.
√ Environmental tax.
× Air Fare: International flight airfare (from and to Timika, Indonesia). × Indonesian tourist visa charges and airport taxes.
× Lunch & Dinner: Additional hotel stays and meals not included in the itinerary due to an early departure from the expedition.
× Insurance: Travel and high-altitude accident, medical & emergency evacuation insurance. × Rescue Evacuation: Medical insurance and emergency rescue evacuation costs if required (Rescue, Repatriation, Medication, Medical tests, and Hospitalization costs).
× Personal Expenses: Telephone, Internet, battery recharge, shower, laundry, any alcoholic beverages, boiled water, beer, coke, personal medical kit, personal trekking gear & equipment.
× Internet Service: Internet facility during the trek is not included.
× Tips: Tips for guide, porters, and staff.
× Extra: Any other services or activities not mentioned in the itinerary. Any other item not listed in the “Cost Includes” section.
Valid Passport
Debit/Credit Card
PP Size Photos(4 Pieces)
Insurance Paper/Certificate
Paracetamole
Water bottle
Thermos
Trowser
Bottom Base Layer
Fleece Trouser
Gore Tex Pant
Heavy Weight Pant
Mid Weight Pant
Trekking Pant
Under Wear
Down Pant
Gaiters for Trekking Boots
Climbing Boot -6000m
Normal Socks
Summit Socks
Trekking Shoes
Thermal Bottom Base Layer
Trekking Pants
Sun Cap
Desert Cap
Fleece Hat/Warm Hat
Neck Gaiter
Thermal Base Layer
Fleece Jacket
Gore Tex Jacket
Warm Jacket
Wind Proof Jacket
Down Jacket
Cotton T-Shirt
Thin Fleece Gloves
Wind Stopper Gloves
Heavy Gloves(Guide)
Summit Gloves
Summit Boot - 8000m
Sport Shoes
Trekking Pole
Pocket Knife
Nail Cutter
Umbrella/Rain Coat
Hot Water Bag
Pee Bottle
Tenacious Tape Repair
Altimeter Watch
Satellite Phone(Optional)
GPS Tracker
Power Bank
Camera
Rucksack 35L-50L
Duffle Bag
Dry Bags
