Recent eruptions:
My remote camera stationed at Krakatau captured ash-venting on the 31th October 2013, please see the November report for more details and a photo of the event.
Visited the volcano on the 4th to 5th October and 9th to 11th November. Please read these reports for more detailed info. on the current activity.
Note: For more information regarding activity at Krakatau from a month to month basis, see the "monthly reports" from my visits.
Located in the Sunda Straight, between Java and Sumatra.
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The scheduled tours:
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Schedule |
Nights |
Availability |
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On request |
1-3 |
Oktober 2014. March-October 2015. |
* Photos from the scheduled tours: here
There will be a monthly trip scheduled during 2014. The trips are normally scheduled on weekends of the month were the moon is highly illuminated, to make night viewing and photography of Krakatau, possible. In the case of heightened volcanic-activity at the volcano, there may be more trips scheduled. The trips I arrange are all-in based, which means that safe and comfortable transportation, accommodation, good food and beverages, a foreign guide, and local crew are included.
I arrange these tours on a hobby basis, in order finance my own study- and photography of the volcano. The objective of these trips are volcano observation. An english speaking local guide will also be present on the tours I arrange, and may escort you on some parts of the trip, like snorkelig excursions and jungle trekking.
We will depart from Jakarta, where I will pick you up at your hotel. With our private airconditioned car we will drive to the coast of West-Java (+/- 3,5 hours), were a chartered boat will be waiting to take us to the volcano. We will meet our local crew that consists of the boat crew, a cook, and a local guide. Always very honest and hardworking people who will make sure we are comfortable. We will cross the Sunda-strait to Krakatau in a descent speed boat, travel time is around 1.5-2 hours. The boat is equipped with life-wests and your luggage will be stored in a dry compartment in the boat.
Our camp on Krakatau will be either Rakata Isl., Verlaten Isl. or Anak Krakatau itself, depending on your request. Most groups now days choose Verlaten Island, as its perfectly located 1.5 km west of the active Anak Krakatau cone, where you can sit on the beach to watch the volcano. On the campsite where we will spend our night, our tents will be put up and comfortable beach chairs will be provided. Food and drinks will be prepared by our crew. The food consists mainly of barbequed seafood and Indonesian food, but we are open for requests. Note: I do take orders for wine and beers, if you fancy something extra by the camp-fire. Order in advance.
Apart from observing Anak Krakatau from base camp, we will visit the volcano itself. If the current volcanic situation allows it, you can choose to hike to the first level of the old crater rim. With our boat we will also cruise around Anak Krakatau to find the perfect view. Jungle treks and snorkeling can also be arranged in the area. For the most adventurous, we can also provide a hike to the top of Rakata, the peak of on of the remaining volcano cones that were active up until 1883. The peak is 814m. tall and the hike is trough dense tropical forest, making it a true challenge, this trek is however not possible on a one day tour.
On the return from Krakatau we will make sure you arrive in Jakarta (city or airport) by the time requested by you.
A trip like this is a perfect opportunity to practice your photography skills. I’m more than willing to share my experience with you, and I can also recommend what equipment you should bring.
I hold knowledge of the current volcanic-activity at Krakatau, and its history. I have almost 10 year`s experience in travelling and living in Indonesia and speak the Indonesian language. I will do my best to give you a good insight on Krakatau. My approach towards the volcano is highly conservative and I will oversee that the safety aspects on the trip is taken care of, this is priority. I also always bring my basic-emergency kit in case of small injuries.
To give you an visual idea of the setup of the trips I arrange (location, meals etc.), please visit this site to see relevant photos: click here.
Note: that in some cases I do not have the opportunity to join the trip personally, in these cases, an english speaking Indonesian will be present.
Things to prepare for the trip:
- Sleeping bag. (If you dont have a one I sell new ones for 250.000IDR)
- Toilet accessories.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- Swimming wear.
- Sunscreen and sunglasses.
- Mosquito repellant.
- Flashlight.
- Camera equipment, tripod.
- Batteries
- Alcoholic beverages. (can be pre-ordered with me)
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Prices:
The prices below include:
Transport to/from Jakarta in private car, Speed boat with 2 engines, food and beverages on the whole stay on Krakatau, Local crew consisting of local guide and a cook, a visit to the volcano observatory (if possible), tents , and comfortable beach chairs. I will join most of the trips, and on these occasions I can brief you on the history- and current activity of the volcano and give photography lessons.
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2 Days 1 Night |
Price per
Person
(in IDR) |
|
3 Days 2 Nights |
Price per
person
(in IDR) |
|
1 person |
6.900.000 |
|
1 person |
9.300.000 |
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2 person |
3.900.000 |
|
2 person |
4.700.000 |
|
3 person |
3.000.000 |
|
3 person |
3.600.000 |
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4 person |
2.400.000 |
|
4 person |
3.000.000 |
|
5 person |
2.400.000 |
|
5 person |
2.700.000 |
|
6 person |
2.200.000 |
|
6 person |
2.500.000 |
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7 person |
1.800.000 |
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7 person |
2.100.000 |
|
8 person |
1.650.000 |
|
8 person |
1.900.000 |
|
9 person |
1.500.000 |
|
9 person |
1.700.000 |
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10 person or more |
1.500.000 |
|
10 person or more |
1.700.000 |
Notes:
- Prices are quoted and payable in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR).
- Returning customers get a discount.
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Booking:
For booking-requests and questions, please send me an email in good time before the trip (minimum 1 week.)
When making a booking-request, please send me the following information:
1. Name, age and citzenship of guests intending to join the trip.
2. Date of travel.
Thereafter, an deposit of 2.000.000IDR (Indonesian Rupiah) (or other currencies equivliant) should be paid to be able to confirm the booking. The deposit is used to book the means of transportation, and should be paid at least 14 days before the departure date and are payable by paypal, or by person in Jakarta. The remaining amount is payable in Indonesian Rupiah on the start of the trip.
After an deposit is made and the tour is confirmed, please inform me:
- How many tents do you need.
- Any food allergies/food of preferance (we serve mostly seafood and Indonesian food)
- The address of where to pick you up on the date of departure.
- Any other information that may be relevant.
Important notes:
In the case of a cancellation by the customer, the deposit is considered lost (as the deposit fee is already paid to the boat owner). In the case of a cancellation of the tour by me, before the departure date, the deposit will be fully refunded.
In the case of a full or partly cancellation of the trip because of the weather-situation, rough seas or volcanic activity, the deposit is considered lost and other incurred costs such as, but not limited to, transportation and food supplies. The remaining amount will be returned to you.
Contact:
Please contact me on my email if you want to book a trip or need information regarding Krakatau.
Email: Andersen_oystein@hotmail.com
Phone/sms:+62 813 1792 8800
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