Java Lava

Introduction

This is the web page for those interested in Java Lava volcano trips and hiking in Indonesia in general. The "Java Lava's" are a group of expats and Indonesians that enjoy scrambling up and down volcanos. There is no formal structure to the group and this web page is an attempt to have a central site where those interested can post comments and ideas, trip reports, search for route information or hiking partners or anything related to hiking in Indonesia.

Trip Requirements:
Most trips are suitable for anyone of average fitness but some of the climbs can be quite tough so check with the leader re fitness and equipment requirements. Although no technical expertise is required, it does help if one is reasonably fit. Overnight trips tend to be easier than day trips. Porters are arranged to carry the camping gear so participants only need carry a light day pack. Sometimes we go up and down in a day but we will often camp near the top and enjoy the Alpine experience. You will need good boots.
When you are not going up, you are going down! It gets cold above 3,000m in Indonesia with night time temperatures dropping to around 5'C normally and to below freezing in some places. Frosts can occur in the dry season in some areas and if it rains at 3,000m it can get miserable. It is the responsibility of each participant to ensure that they are fit enough and suitably attired and prepared for the trip. There is no committment from the team leader to take care of those who arrive under prepared. These are not "All in Catered Guided Tours" Tour leaders are not reimbursed for leading a trip.
Please also read the "Gear List" and "Additional Information for Java Lava Participants" in the 'Notes' below

The small Print:

"All those who join a trip do so at their own risk. There is no responsibilty implied or otherwise accepted by the trip leaders or organizers or anyone in any way connected with Java Lava, for any eventuality arising from the trip."

History
The Java Lava group has been going for at least 20 years and has hiked up most mountains in Indonesia in that time. Although certain past trips were more "endurance than enjoyment", Java lava has aged into a dedicated hiking and camping group. Java Lava History by Herb Motz can be browsed in the "Notes" section on this page

Contact
Jenny is the source of info for the trips and if you email her on "jenny_d2001@yahoo.com" she will send you the trip details. E-mail her now to get on her mailing list. You can also
receive trip information automatically by becoming a member of this web site. All posts will be forwarded to your email by the site.
Do not expect Jenny to regularly read the web pages if you post something to her here.

Posting to this site:
Feel free to post your trip reports, news, views, pictures, comments, advice and criticisms in the respective places.

Calendar:
Should be kept clear for Java Lava trips only.Post details of trips outside Java Lava to the blog.

Reviews:
For trip reports on any mountain trip anywhere.
Equipment news could also go here...Specially for anything locally available.

Notes:
Should be used for informational or educational items of general interest to Java lava participants.

Photos:
Can be posted in the photos section and please put them in a folder which describes the content.

Blog:
for everything else.

Posts to this site are unmoderated but material considered offensive to individuals, the group or anything else will be deleted and the originator may be banned.

Links:
Shortcuts to other sites of interest.

Any Questions just post to the Blog

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