Towering over the Sumatran landscape, Mt. Kerinci demands respect. At 3805 meters tall, Gunung Kerinci is the highest active volcano in Southeast Asia, and even rises a [...]
Climb Mt. Tujuh – Explore a World Lost in the Clouds
Luke Mackin2023-02-14T10:38:17+07:00Gunung Tujuh is a massive, extinct volcano whose eruption in ancient times blew apart the top of the mountain, eventually forming a large, 4.5 km long lake, Danau Gunun [...]
Kerinci Bird Tour | Sumatra Birdwatching
Luke Mackin2023-01-18T15:02:31+07:00The Kerinci Seblat National Park has some of the best birdwatching in Sumatra, and all of Indonesia. The range of elevations - from 250m to 3805m - means there is a hug [...]
A Swim in Lake Kaco – A Turquoise Pool in the Rainforest
Luke Mackin2023-01-18T15:07:25+07:00Enjoy a day trip through the rainforest that will take you to a pristine lake teeming with fish. Fed by underground springs, the water in Danau Kaco is crystal clear, a [...]
Bukit Tapan Road – Night Safari and Wildlife Spotting
Luke Mackin2023-01-18T15:01:55+07:00The Bukit Tapan road is one of only three roads into the Kerinci valley, running between the towns of Sungaipenuh in Kerinci, and Tapan in West Sumatra. The winding mou [...]
Village Life Up Close – Sumatra Cultural Tour and Agrotourism in Indonesia
Luke Mackin2023-04-27T12:02:37+07:00Looking to really delve deep into the local culture? This itinerary takes you through the Kerinci valley from north to south, and everywhere in between, to discover wha [...]