Walking Tours in Bandung

Papandayan Sunrise Trek & Dead Forest - Private Tour

Unique Treking Experience for the Inexperienced

Memorable experience. The trek to see sunrise is like a "virgin trek" , challenging, a bit scary, but all of us were elated when we reached the top. And we were rewarded with having the place all to ourselves to take photos ( btw, we are a group of women in our fifties with moderate fitness level) . Thereafter, we hiked down slightly to see the Golden crater , and were guided to go really close to it. However, we didn't expect the last leg to the Dead Forest is a long climb of 500 steps with some steep parts. While it is said that Mount Papandayan is beginners friendly, one should still have good level of fitness or be trained for the climb. Our backup plan was to take the motorbike services should our legs "give ways" :) Rangga - the trip coordinator - is responsive , and helpful. We took the high speed train from Jarkata and were picked up from Tegalluar train station directly followed by a 3-hour drive to reach Garut without glitches. Accommodation wise, we find their home stay a bit tight for the five of us, but I believe they would be able to recommend alternatives.

papandayan volcano Garut tour . day trip ticket etc all including

One of the best tours I have ever been on

Bit of a late review, but I think about and talk about this tour often. My partner and I went on this tour at the end of February. I was initially a little bit skeptical about the weather as it was raining season, but as the guide explained conditions on Papandayan can change quickly. We chose the sunrise tour as you can explore more of Papandayan, and climb is cooler conditions. It was still cloudy in the morning but it did not ruin the sunrise. The light revealed the beauty of Pandayan and the silhouettes of surrounding mountains. Before the tour there was great communication with the company preparing you with your itinerary and list of things to bring/wear. Our driver arrived promptly at 3.30 am at our hotel in the centre of Garut. He then drove us towards Papandayan and picked up our guide, Dani. You arrive around 4:30 am and start your climb. Dani is incredible!! He tailors your tour towards you, on what your want to see and how fit you are feeling. We were interested in craters, and took us to a secret sunrise spot, sthe centre of the last eruption, a hidden volcanic lake and another dead forest with larger trees. With Dani you can go off track and see places that not many are able to see. If you want an adventure, this is the tour for you. Dani is also very knowledgeable about the area blending both scientific and sociological knowledge. If we had a question, we felt comfortable to ask and Dani was happy to answer. Following Papandayan, we continued to lunch and Naga Village, about 1.5 hours away (nap time). At Naga Village you can see a traditional side to Garut, where people welcome you into their home and walk around the rice terraces. Really lovely village with views that reminds you of Bali. I highly recommend this tour and would 100% book this tour again.

Bandung City Tour with High-Speed Rail (Whoosh) from Jakarta

Much cheaper, to order directly at Whoosh

If you book directly at Whoosh, the price for a one-way ticket is only 350k-500k (max 225 kr.), but it is definitely worth the experience, however you should know that you have to go through the security check with a scanner and the like, like at the airport, so be aware that there are things that cannot be brought in your hand luggage.