Mount Kerinci (3805m) Trek

Come join my 5th climb up Gunung Kerinci and this is a JTRACE Specialty trek where we use this as a step up training climb for bigger mountains! There is only 6 slots left and JET (JTRACE Everest Training) will be provided.

Trip Details:
Dates: 7th Sept - 12th Sept 2019
Duration: 6 Days
Difficulty: Medium to Difficult
Price: S$790 w/o flight, S$990 with flight

Itinerary:
DAY 01: ARRIVAL IN PADANG – PADANG TO KERSIK TUO VILLAGE
Upon arrival at Padang airport, drive to Kersik Tuo village (8-9hrs) using Private Car. We will stop for a local lunch along the way before reaching the homestay before sunset. (Overnight in Homestay)

DAY 02 : KRESIK TUO VILLAGE – REST AND RELAXATION
We will visit traditional coffee factory (water machine) and Bukit Kayangan for a nice view of Kerinci and a good photographing point. After which, we will have lunch at Korintji Heritage Café.

After lunch, we will visit the local hot spring, the tea factory as well as the old dutch village. Finally, we will end the day at Bukit Cinta for a sunset photoshoot! (B,L,D)

DAY 03 : KRESIK TUO VILLAGE – CAMP IV MOUNT KERINCI
Start early morning walk to the Kerinci Seblat National Park Entrance Gate. We will trek for 2-3 hours to Shelter 1 before breaking for lunch and then continue by 4-5 hours trekking to base camp (shelter 3) at 3100m. Overnight in tent (B,L,D).

DAY 04: CAMP IV – SUMMIT – KERSIK TUO VILLAGE
In the wee early morning, we usually start at 04:00 am to climb to the summit of Mount Kerinci at 3805m. We will enjoy the panoramic views at the highest volcano in Indonesia before going back to
Camp IV to pack our equipment. After lunch, we will go back to Kersik Tuo and arrive at the village around 7-8 pm, we will overnight at Lempur Homestay and dinner at Homestay. (B,L,D)

DAY 05: KERSIK TUO VILLAGE – PADANG
We will leave Kersik Tuo village at around 6am to head back to Padang city. We will have a lunch before checking into our hotel in Padang. The rest of the day will be filled with massages and good food!

Day 06: PADANG
After Breakfast in hotel, head home to Singapore or have extension of trip! (B)

Inclusions:
Travel Insurance for whole trip
National park Entrance fees
Kerinci Permit
Conservation fees
1 Night Tent Accomodation
3 Night Accommodation At Local
Homestay
1 night 4* Hotel stay in Padang
Meals as stated
3 Meals a day during trekking
Water during Trek
Porters
English Speaking Guides
All land transport during trip
Tents and sleeping bags
Basic First Aid
Expedition Leadership provided by Jeremy Tong (Manager and Chief Adventure Consultant at JTRACE Pte Ltd)
Expert Gear/Training/Injury advice by Chief Adventure Consultant
At least 2-3 JET (JTRACE Everest Training) trainings provided by Chief Adventure Consultant in Singapore

Exclusions:
Laundry
Tips for porter and guide (Prepare 5% of total costs)
Extra charges for porters
accompanying for summit
Other personal expenses
International Flights (Depending on option)

This trip is organised by Global Travel Experts Pte Ltd (STB License: TA 02839)

How to sign up?

1. Whatsapp or call Jeremy Tong (94356356)
2. Details (Itinerary, Packing list and payment method to Global Travel Experts) will be sent to you via whatsapp.
3. You will be added to a group chat.

(RSVP is not considered as confirmed until payment is completed)

For more information:
Website: https://www.jtracesg.com/
Contact us: info@jtracesg.com