Mpaigela: The Forbidden Mother Mountain Guarding the Moni People For the Moni tribe of Papua, the towering peak often called Carstensz Pyramid holds a sacred name that predates any outside influence. They call it Mpaigela, meaning the forbidden stone. To...
Nemangkawi: The Eternal White Arrow of the Amungme Highlands For the Amungme people of Papua, the mountain known internationally as Carstensz Pyramid carries a sacred identity far older than any modern name. They call it Nemangkawi, a word deeply connected...
What Is MDPL and MASL? Here's What You Should Know Before Your Next Climb If you love hiking, camping, or simply exploring high places, you've probably heard the term MDPL before. MDPL stands for “meters above sea level” -...
5 Reasons Why the Carstensz Summit Is Not for Beginners Carstensz Pyramid, also known as Puncak Jaya, stands tall at 4,884 meters above sea level. As the highest peak in Indonesia and the only Seven Summit located in a tropical...
Hypothermia in the Mountains: Myths and Facts Every Climber Should Know Hypothermia is one of the most feared conditions among climbers - and rightly so. This potentially fatal situation can occur when the body loses heat faster than it can...
FOMO HIKING: REAL ADVENTURE OR JUST FOLLOWING THE TREND? In the past few years, hiking has become one of the favorite activities among young people, especially Gen Z. Some truly climb for the love of nature, but many are also...
ESSENTIAL TRUTH ON THE SUMMIT: THE REAL VICTORY IS COMING HOME SAFE For many climbers, standing on a mountain's peak is a priceless dream. Especially on Carstensz Pyramid in Papua, a legendary summit that's part of the Seven Summits challenge....
Behind the famous Carstensz Pyramid are three climbing routes that are not only physically and technically challenging, but also convey meaning about the people, culture, and life that accompany each climber's steps. Sugapa, Ilaga, and Tembagapura aka the three entrances...
Papua Mountaineering Association Founder Maximus Tipagau Explores the Natural Wonders of Zhangjiajie and Tianmen Mountain The founder of Papua Mountaineering Association (PMA), Maximus Tipagau, recently set out on an incredible trip to China's Zhangjiajie and Tianmen Mountains. The visit, which...
Papua Mountaineering Association Holds Professional Guide Training for Papuan Youth, Unlocking Tourism Potential at Carstensz Summit The Papua Mountaineering Association (PMA) has conducted a vital training program for indigenous Papuan youth, aiming to develop them into professional mountain guides. This...
