Mountain Stove: A Source of Energy at High Altitude This picture was taken from The mountain stove is a vital tool in every Carstensz expedition. Its function goes beyond cooking food-it also provides heat to help maintain body temperature. At...
Central Papua, Timika - The Carstensz Pyramid guide training program has once again entered one of its most crucial stages: class evaluation and hands-on practice in ropework, anchor systems, and reinforcement of basic Occupational Health and Safety (OHS). Conducted at...
Central Papua, Timika - The Carstensz Pyramid guide training program entered its third day with a focus on independent technical practice of ascending and descending. After receiving theoretical instruction and equipment familiarization during the first two days, participants were finally...
Central Papua, Timika, Sugapa - Behind the grandeur of Carstensz Pyramid lies a story of struggle endured by local guides who carry heavy loads to help climbers conquer the roof of Papua at Carstensz. The journey from Sugapa to Carstensz...
Central Papua, Timika - Entering the second day of training for prospective Carstensz Pyramid guides via the Tsinga Route, participants continued with technical mountaineering lessons. After learning basic climbing skills and the functions of core equipment on the previous day,...
Central Papua, Timika - The journey to Carstensz Peak via the Sugapa overland route is not merely a natural expedition, but also a cultural journey rich in meaning. Along this route, climbers and travelers are not only treated to the...
Central Papua, Timika - Beyond the majestic limestone cliffs and the remnants of eternal snow at Carstensz Peak lies another equally remarkable natural treasure: an epiphytic plant widely known among Papuan communities as the ant plant. This unique...
Central Papua, Timika - A training program for prospective guides for the Carstensz Pyramid expedition via the Tsinga Route officially began today. All participants come from Tsinga Village, Mimika Regency, Central Papua, which has long been known as one of the...
The Carstensz Pyramid Experience: From Basecamp to Summit The Carstensz Pyramid is not an easily accessible mountain. Standing as a limestone wall sculpted by time, weather, and altitude, it rises dramatically from the center of Papua's Jayawijaya Mountains. Carstensz is...
Cold weather is one of the biggest challenges faced by climbers in the mountains. Feeling cold during a climb is not just uncomfortable, it can also be dangerous. When the body is exposed to extreme cold for too long, the metabolism...
