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Hutan Mati "The Dead Forest" of Mount Papandayan

Updated: Jan 4, 2021

Mount Papandayan has an Interesting Place

Climbers may already be familiar with Mount Papandayan, one of the mountains in Garut which is located in Karamat Wangi, Cisurupan, Garut. The distance is quite an hour's drive from the city center of Garut via the Cikajang highway to the west. There are two entrances to Mount Papandayan, through Pangalengan Bandung and Cisurupan Garut.

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This mountain of course is often the choice for tourists to take a challenging vacation by climbing. Mount Papandayan is also suitable for beginner climbers who are doing climbing activities for the first time. However, who would have thought that apart from being a climbing destination, Mount Papandayan was also an attractive destination with the Dead Forest (Hutan Mati), which is on the path to the peak of Mount Papandayan.

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Why is this called Hutan Mati “Dead Forest”?

For visitors who only want to enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Papandayan, but not to climb to the peak of the mountain, Hutan Mati is a right choice. In line with the name of the place, Hutan Mati is a savanna forest that was once surrounded by Cantigi trees that died long ago due to the eruption of Mount Papandayan in 2002, causing the plants in the area to catch fire and form unique branches.


What's interesting about Hutan Mati “Dead Forest”?

The condition of the place surrounded by dead black trees may sound haunted, but in fact, visitors are presented with a unique and beautiful view as well as cool air because it is on a mountain.

Source: https://www.pegipegi.com/travel/berkelana-ke-hutan-mati-saksi-sejarah-letusan-gunung-papandayan/


This place can be reached by 1.5-hour walk from the entrance of Mount Papandayan. The entry ticket is also affordable around Rp 20,000 for weekdays and Rp 30.000 for weekends. The journey may be quite a challenge with an uphill road, past some stairs and limestone rocks, but the beauty of the Hutan Mati “Dead Forest” can pay off the journey once we get there. Besides, there are several posts when heading to the Dead Forest, where toilets are available as well as resting places and stalls that provide snacks and hot tea for visitors who feel tired.

This place is very interesting even as a place to take pictures. There are several Instagramable photo spots with a natural atmosphere that has its characteristics. Even those who visit who want to enjoy the natural beauty can stay camping or even want to feel comfortable, visitors can rent several types of cottages that are still in the Papandayan mountain area.


TOUR PACKAGE

Make your trip as an incredible experience, we provide affordable tour package to help you enjoy your trip.

1. Package 1 family camp on a Camping Ground : Rp 500.000 – Rp 700.000

Services:

· Medium tend and camping stuff

· Trasportation with a choice of vehicle capacity from the first transit

· This package is includes another places you can visit : Tegal Alun (Edelweis garden), and Hot Spring.

2. Package 2 Villa : Rp 700.000 – 1.000.000

Services:

· Alana Villa two Bedroom : This is include all facilities at Villa (additional : breakfast)

· Transportation with a choice of vehicle capacity, around 20km to Dead Forest Papandayan

· This package is includes another places you can visit : Tegal Alun (Edelweis garden), hot spring, and creaters

3. Package 3 Cottage : Rp. 3.000.000 – 4.000.000

· Kiara Cottage for three days : 1 floor, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1 large living room and mini pool. It’s includes breakfast and dinner. (start from 3.000.000)

· Puspa Cottage for Three days : 2 floors, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1 large living room, and medium pool, and 1 kitchen. It’s includes breakfast and dinner. (start from 4.000.000)

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