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Mount Merbabu via the Suwanting trail is one of the most challenging and beautiful routes to conquer the summit of Merbabu. Located in Dusun Suwanting, Banyuroto Village, Magelang Regency, this route is known for its steep terrain and breathtaking views.
Challenging Trail
The trail is quite steep from the start—perfect for hikers who enjoy a good challenge. It climbs continuously with very few flat sections, so be prepared mentally and physically.
Suwanting Savanna
The main highlight! This route passes through vast, stunning green savanna fields. During the rainy season, the grass is fresh and misty—it feels like hiking in a fantasy world.
Legendary Sunrise Spot
From the savanna, you can catch the sunrise with a backdrop of Mount Merapi, Sindoro, Sumbing, and even sometimes Mount Lawu—ideal for landscape photography lovers.
Less Crowded, More Peaceful
Compared to other trails like Selo or Wekas, Suwanting is less trafficked, which means a quieter, cleaner, and more personal hiking experience.
Kenteng Songo Summit
Like other routes, the final destination is still the Kenteng Songo Peak—the highest point of Mount Merbabu. The fatigue disappears with the incredible 360-degree panorama.
Mount Prau via Patak Banteng is the most popular and fastest route to reach the summit of Mount Prau, located in the Dieng Plateau, Central Java. This trail is a favorite among beginners and experienced hikers due to its easy access, short duration, and stunning scenery.
Golden Sunrise Spot
The summit is known for having the best sunrise in Central Java, with views of Mount Sindoro, Sumbing, Merbabu, Merapi, and Slamet.
If you’re lucky, you’ll see a sea of clouds that wipes away all your tiredness.
Camping at the Summit
The wide summit area is ideal for setting up tents, surrounded by vast grasslands.
Temperatures can drop to 5°C or even lower during the dry season.
Daisy Flowers and Frost
During certain seasons, the summit area is covered with wild daisies.
In the dry season, frost (known locally as embun upas) sometimes appears, giving a snowy vibe.
A lot of people know that the view from Mount Merbabu is superb—so why not do both Mount Merbabu and Mount Prau in one trip?
Routes: Mount Merbabu via Suwanting | Mount Prau via Patak Banteng
Meeting Point: Yogyakarta Airport
Duration: 5 Days 4 Nights
Fee: RM850
2025
10–14 July
28 Aug–1 Sept
30 Aug–3 Sept
5–9 Sept
13–17 Sept
8–12 Oct
16–20 Oct
2026
11–15 April
18–22 April
25–29 April
2–6 May
9–13 May
16–20 May
23–27 May
30 May–3 June
Minimum 5 pax: RM1150/pax
6–9 pax: RM1050/pax
10–15 pax: RM950/pax
Personal items and hiking equipments
Booking must be made at least 14 days before
No refund unless the trip is cancelled. Read more about our refund policy.
Trip organiser will add you into Whatsapp group for ease of communication.
There might be participants from other groups that will join this trip (open trip).
0600pm: Pickup from Yogyakarta International Airport, Dinner and Straight to SELO Basecamp
0500 am: Wake up and preparation
0600 am: Breakfast and registration
0800 am: Start trekking (8 hrs)
0400 pm: Arrive Savana 1 campsite and will camping here for the night
0600 pm: Sunset watching at Savana 1 and Dinner
0700 pm: Briefing and rest
0300 am: Supper and summit attack
0500 am: Arrive at summit
0600 am: Start to descend
0800 am: Arrive Savana 1 campsite, breakfast and prepare to descend
1000 am: Start descending to starting point
0400 pm: Arrive at starting point
0430 pm: Stay and rest at basecamp
0700 pm: Dinner
1000 pm: Transport pickup and depart to Mount Prau Base Camp
0200 am: Arrive at Mount Prau Basecamp
0300 am: Start to hike to Mount Prau for sunrise
0600 am: Arrive summit of Mount Prau
0900 am: Start to descend
1100 am: Arrive Mount Prau basecamp
0100 pm: Transport to hotel or Jogja airport
Free and easy and back to Jogja Airport
While Mount Prau is beginner-friendly due to its short and less strenuous trail, Mount Merbabu via Suwanting is more challenging with steep and continuous ascents. This trip is recommended for hikers with at least moderate fitness and prior hiking experience. If you're a beginner, ensure you're physically prepared with some training beforehand.
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The fee covers:
Note: Flights, personal porter, sleeping bag, and meals outside the trekking program are not included.
Some essential items are compulsory, like a proper backpack, headlamp, personal first aid kit, and hiking shoes. However, certain gear like sleeping bags or hiking poles can be rented on-site (Sleeping Bag: IDR 30,000, Hiking Pole: IDR 25,000). A full checklist is provided to help you prepare in advance.
At night, temperatures can drop to around 5°C or even lower, especially on Mount Prau during the dry season. Be sure to bring warm clothing such as a windbreaker, gloves, and thermal layers. A good quality sleeping bag is highly recommended for overnight camping.
Yes, clean clothes and non-hiking luggage can be safely stored at the basecamp before the trek. Bring a separate bag for items not needed during the hike so you can travel lighter on the mountain.
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