Carstensz Pyramid Frequently Asked Questions
This information should answer many of your initial questions and also guide you through the next stages of preparing for the expedition. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need javascript enabled to view it
How do I get there?
International Mountain Guides has worked for many years with the staff at CTT Destinations to provide professional travel service for participants in our programs. For help with your plans, we urge you to contact Pirjo at CTT Destinations: 800-909-6647 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need javascript enabled to view it
What immunizations will I need?
No immunizations are currently required. It is recommended that you consider the following:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria: There is no natural immunity to the tetanus toxin and since it is found throughout the world, immunization is a universal recommendation regardless of age. A combined tetanus/ diphtheria booster is available, good for ten years.
- Hepatitis Vaccine: New vaccines are available for both hepatitis A and B.
Please consult your physician or local health department for their recommendations.
You should also ask your physician for a prescription for a course of the antibiotic Ciprofloxacin. Please consider this to be part of your required equipment.
We recommend that you visit the travel clinic at a major University Hospital or your local Public Health Department for the most up to date info on travel requirements, or check the Center for Disease Control Website at www.cdc.gov.
What's included in the trip cost?
Cost Includes:- Guides, porters, group equipment (tents/kitchen)
- Charter flights in Indonesia
- Ground transfers
- All lodging and meals as indicated on itinerary
- Permits and local donations
- International round-trip airfare and expenses en route to Jakarta
- Jakarta hotel and meals if your travel itinerary requires an overnight there before/after trip
- Excess baggage charges, airport taxes, passports, visas, country departure taxes
- Personal gear
- Guide/porter tip pool
- Charges incurred for events beyond the control of IMG
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