National park · Indonesia
Mount SlametGunung Slamet
Visit Mount Slamet for a day hike to the summit (2–3 h round‑trip) in the dry season, or a longer trek to the southern ridge (4–6 h) in cooler months; entry fee is modest, and the nearest town is Baturraden for accommodation.
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Area
150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²)
approximate
Established
1995
Best months
Apr–May, Oct
UNESCO
None
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At a glance
- Country
- Indonesia
- Area
- 150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²)
- Check – official park size not published.
- Established
- 1995
- Best months
- Apr–May, Oct
- Permits
- For some areas
Mount Slamet rises in Central Java, offering forested trails, tea‑plantation scenery and a summit with panoramic views. The park is modestly priced, with a short summit hike suitable for a day trip in the dry season and a longer ridge trek for cooler months.
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Why go, which months, and what lives here when
At a glance
Status
- No UNESCO listing; national park since 1995.
Size and age
150 km² (58 sq mi)58 sq mi (150 km²) · national park since 1995
Check – official park size not published.
Why go
- Summit hike offers panoramic views of Central Java.
- Forest trails pass tea plantations and volcanic craters.
- Less crowded than nearby Bromo and Ijen.
When to go
- JanCaution
- FebCaution
- MarGo
- AprBest
- MayBest
- JunGo
- JulCaution
- AugCaution
- SepGo
- OctBest
- NovGo
- DecCaution
- JanRainy season, trails slippery
- FebRainy, high humidity
- MarEnd of rains, cooler mornings
- AprDry, clear skies, comfortable temps
- MayDry, good visibility
- JunStart of short dry spell
- JulPossible thunderstorms
- AugRainy, trail mud
- SepLate dry season, less crowds
- OctDry, clear, ideal for summit
- NovDry early, cooler nights
- DecRainy onset, fog on summit
Wildlife and nature calendar
| What | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javan gibbon, various forest birdsMar–Sep | no | no | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | no | no | no |
Arrive & move
Getting in, how the park is divided, and where things are
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How to get there
From Jakarta
Train to Bumiayu (KA. Fajar Utama YK or KA. Bangunkarta) then taxi or bus to Baturraden gate, about 4 h total.
4–5 h
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From Yogyakarta
Train to Bumiayu (same services) then road transfer to the park gate.
3–4 h
From Baturraden
Local minibuses or motorbike to the park entrance, 15 min.
15 min
Zones and sectors
| Zone | What is there | Access |
|---|---|---|
| Baturraden entrance | Visitor centre, ticket office, trailhead to summit and southern ridge. | Open with entry ticket. |
| Southern ridge area | Longer trek through forest and tea fields, ends at secondary viewpoint. | Guided recommended. |
Sketch map
Take the points offline
3 points as a GPX waypoint file, plus a plain-text list of coordinates. Save it while you have signal: maps apps show the points without a connection.
Coordinates approximate, based on central park location.
See & do
Caves, trails and wildlife, with how hard each is and whether it needs booking
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Practical
Fees, permits, rules, where to sleep and what can go wrong
Show 8 sectionsHideEntry fees and permits, Park rules, Where to stay, Safety, Accessibility, Visiting lightly, Questions people ask, Related
Entry fees and permits
| Item | Range | Per | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park entry (Trunk gate) | IDR 15,000–20,000 (≈ US$1–2) | person | — |
Ranges, not quotes: fees change without notice. Check with the park or your operator · checked Sep 2026.
Park entry permit or guide
Summit hike no permit
Park rules
- Guides
- Required for the southern ridge trek.
- Camping
- Not allowed inside the park; stay in Baturraden.
- Fires
- Open fires prohibited; use designated cooking areas.
- Litter
- Carry out all rubbish.
- Pets
- Dogs not allowed on trails.
Where to stay
Near the park
Baturraden hotels
Budget and mid‑range options within 5 km (3.1 mi) of the gate.Budget and mid‑range options within 3.1 mi (5 km) of the gate.
Near the park
Guci Bumijawa resorts
Larger resorts with pools, 15 km (9.3 mi) north of the park.Larger resorts with pools, 9.3 mi (15 km) north of the park.
Safety
Heat and steep steps medium
Rain‑induced landslides high
How much daylight do you have?
Time out
Finding the local time zone…
Times are local to the spot (zone loading). The half-hour margin is our rule of thumb, not an official figure; light fades earlier in forest or under cloud. Carry a headlamp on any route that could run late.
Accessibility
- Main trailhead reachable by car or motorbike; short walks to summit.
- Longer ridge trek not suitable for limited mobility.
Visiting lightly
- Stay in locally owned accommodations.
- Use refillable water bottles; avoid single‑use plastics.
Questions people ask
How much does it cost to enter Mount Slamet?
Entry is IDR 15,000–20,000 per person at the gate; this covers basic trail access.
What are the best hikes in Mount Slamet?
The summit hike (2–3 h round‑trip) is the most popular; a longer southern ridge trek (4–6 h) offers forest and tea‑plantation scenery.
When is the best time to visit Mount Slamet?
Dry months April – May and October – November give clear skies and stable trails.
Do I need a guide for any part of the park?
A guide is required for the southern ridge trek; the summit hike can be done independently.
Where can I stay near Mount Slamet?
Baturraden town has budget and mid‑range hotels; larger resorts are available in Guci Bumijawa about 15 km away.
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