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  Hiking Hints

       Park staff have two major concerns: the enjoyment and safety of visitors, and the   

       conservation and protection of the forest ecosystems. A sprained ankle is not usually life  

       threatening, but if you are on your own, with little food, caught in a rainstorm, with only a  

       t-shirt for protection and with the prosect of spending the night in exposed conditions at 

       5°C, then a small accident can have major repercussions; so be prepared! Comparatively   

       few fatalities occur, but when they do they are usually the results of people leaving the     

       main trails and getting lost.  

       Most of our visitors, domestic and foreign, are not acclimatised to conditions 3 km a.s.l. 

       Athmospheric pressure is much less at these altitudes: the increased starin on heart, 

par   ticularly for smokers who lead inactive life-styles at sea level, has proved fatal on at     

       leastone occasions. Having over 60,000 visitors a year can cause problems. Help staff to 

       protect the park: please do not drop litter. Noise pollution is also of concern; park staff do  

       all they can to keep it under control.

      Minimum Requirements for Mountain Climbers:

       Unless climbers are properly equipped, they can run into serious trouble.

       1. Minimum hiking gear: warm clothes, sleeping bag or tent when plan staying on the   

           mountain overnight, water-proof clothing, flashlight and medical kit.

       2. Carry enough food and non alcoholic drink.

       3. Do not climb alone, preferably there should be at least three people in your party.

       Hiking Rules

   All visitors must buy a ticket when entering the park. "Short-trail" tickets can be obtained 

   from ticket hatches at each of the main gates. 

   In addition, "long-trail" permits are required:

   i.   When leaving the main trail from Cibodas gate to Cibeureum Waterfall in order to   

        climb to the hot water stream/Air Panas.

   ii.  When turning off the trail to the Selabintana Ciebeureum waterfall, Selabintana Gate;

   iii. Beyond Bobojong camping ground, upon entering the National Park from Gunung  

        Putri Gate.

   Should you wish to climb the mountains, you must obtain the "Long-trail" permit at 

   the National Park Headquarters, Cibodas, at Selabintana Resort Office, or at the Gunung 

   Putri Park Office, located near the bus terminal.

   View Maps:

   1. Location & Entance Gates [± 25 sec over 56.6 modem]

   2. Routes To the Summits of Mts Gede & Pangrango [± 40 sec over 56.6]

   Register at the National Park Office:

   You Must Submit:

         i.  A photocopy of your valid I.D. card and a copy of passport details for foreign visitors;

         ii. A parental permit (for those under 17 years of age).  

         Rules:

Tips for Photography

The wealth of the rain forest is in its detail. Realistically, the chance of taking a good photograph of a mammal or bird is low, however, careful observation at an 

interesting location will reveal many potential subjects. Developing a thematic approach is very rewarding. Insects on leaves can illustrate camouflage, warning colouration or bizarre forms, such as flies with eyes on stalks. Lizards and frogs are common but not seen because not locked for. Often they will sit still and allow you to spend time setting up the shot. 

An exploration of intricately-shaped subtlycoloured leaves can provide photographs illustrative of biological diversity. The subject matter of plants is endless: giant rasamala trees to tiny orchids, pitcher plants and spiny rattans. Fungi offer a variety of shapes and structures, and moss-covered stones are like miniature forests. 

For close-up work a macro lens is invaluable. A cheap but effective option is to buy a close-up lens which is a simple magnifying glass that screws in front of a standard lens.

Rainforest are generally gloomy places so a flash gun is very useful, particularly if used in combination with a white reflecting card so often

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