Immunizations

No immunizations are currently required. However, be sure that all your routine immunizations are up to date, and consult your doctor at least two months before your departure about anti-malaria medications and other recommended procedures.

Passports And Visas: $25

A valid passport and proof of a return ticket are required of U.S. citizens. You will have to purchase a 30-day visa upon arrival in the country.

Fees And Permits

Before approaching or climbing Carstensz, an amazing array of forms must be submitted to the Indonesian Government offices in Jakarta. The process takes several months. A sampling of required permits:

    Carstensz Pyramid
  • Indonesian Police permit
  • Indonesian Army permit
  • Indonesian Climbing Federation permit
  • Lorenze National Park permit
  • Secret police BAIS ABRI permit
  • Ministry of Tourism permit
  • Ministry of Sport permit
  • Ministry of Immigration permit

In addition, the following local permits must be submitted to the West Papua authority:

  • Permit from West Papua tourism office, on behalf of the West Papua government
  • Local police permit
  • Local army permit
  • Letter of recommendation and support from tribal leaders

Finally, a Freeport Permit is required for those parties planning to cross or use the Freeport access road.

When To Go

Because the mountain is located so close to the equator, it is possible to climb year round. But expect to get rained on.

Airfare

Many trips start in Manado, on the island of Salawesi, Indonesia; others start from Jakarta or Bali. Travel time from the United States to Indonesia is usually about 28 to 34 hours.

  • $1,800 to $6,500 – Round trip from New York (JFK) to Manado, Indonesia (MDC)
  • $2,100 to $5,000 – Round trip from Los Angeles (LAX) to Manado, Indonesia (MDC)
  • $1,260 to $4,000 – Round trip from New York (JFK) to Jakarta, Indonesia (CGK)
  • $1,050 to $4,800 – Round trip from Los Angeles LAX) to Jakarta, Indonesia (CGK)

Indonesian domestic flights (chartered helicopter and fixed wing) are included in your cost for western companies. However, many Indonesian guide companies require that you pay for your own domestic fixed wing airfare. Cost: $630 to $740

  • $7,500 – Cost of helicopter evacuation (per person) in case of emergency
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