Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya) — Expedition Guides & Reviews
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Quick Facts: Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)
- Elevation: 4,884m
- Country: Indonesia
- Region: Australasia/Oceania
- Guide Companies: 7 verified operators
- Price Range: $7,500 – $26,000 USD
- Season: Weather: Frequent rainfall and high winds are expected at Carstensz Pyramid. Daytime temperatures ra
- Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the official currency. USD essential for permits and expedition arrangements. Expedition costs: $15,000-25,000 including permits, helicopter access. All arrangements typically made through licensed operators. ATMs available in Timika.
- Languages: Official: Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia). Indigenous: Amungme, Dani languages in the highlands. English spoken by expedition operators. Most climbing teams require licensed Indonesian guides for permit purposes.
Region: Australasia/Oceania, Indonesia
Expedition Guide Companies for Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)
- SummitCarstensz — ERTI: 3.1/5 · Rating: 1.8/5 (2 reviews) · From $8,500 USD
- Adventure Consultants — ERTI: 4.3/5 · Rating: 4.9/5 (12 reviews) · From $26,900 USD
- Climbing The Seven Summits — ERTI: 4.6/5 · Rating: 4.9/5 (64 reviews) · From $24,995 USD
- Furtenbach Adventures — ERTI: 4.5/5 · Rating: 4.8/5 (59 reviews) · From $25,811 USD
- Ian Taylor Trekking — ERTI: 3.9/5 · Rating: 4.8/5 (19 reviews) · $19,500 – $26,000 USD
- Mountain Madness — ERTI: 3.3/5 · Rating: 2.5/5 (2 reviews) · From $22,900 USD
- Berkat Carstensz Indonesia — ERTI: 3.3/5 · Rating: 4.2/5 (1 reviews) · From $7,500 USD
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Frequently Asked Questions about Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)
Which guide companies operate on Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)?
There are 7 verified guide companies for Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya) on ExpedReview, including SummitCarstensz, Adventure Consultants, Climbing The Seven Summits and more.
How much does it cost to climb Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)?
Guided expedition prices for Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya) range from $7,500 – $26,000 USD depending on the operator, route, and service level.
What is the best time to climb Carstensz Pyramid (Puncak Jaya)?
Weather: Frequent rainfall and high winds are expected at Carstensz Pyramid. Daytime temperatures range from 12°C to 37°C. Temperatures at the summit can decrease to -10°C., Best Time to Visit: All Ye
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