Kerinci – Sumatra's Highest Peak and Kerinci Seblat National Park
Kerinci se trouve dans the western highlands of Jambi province, in the heart of the Bukit Barisan montagne range. La capitale régionale est Sungai Penuh. Kerinci is home to Mount Kerinci (3,805 m) – Sumatra's highest volcan – and the gateway to Kerinci Seblat National Park (UNESCO World Heritage – part of the Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra).
Attractions et activités
The Mount Kerinci (3,805 m) trek is Sumatra's most iconic randonnée challenge – the 2–3 day summit trek offre panoramic views depuis the crater. Kerinci Seblat National Park is Sumatra's largest parc national – habitat of the Sumatran tiger, Sumatran rhinoceros and elephant. Lake Kerinci (Danau Kerinci) is a pittoresque highland lake. Kayu Aro thé plantation (l'un des world's highest-altitude thé plantations) is on a magnifique hillside. Danau Gunung Tujuh (Seven Mountain Lake) is Southeast Asia's highest-altitude lake.
Culture et cuisine
Kerinci people's culture blends Malay and Minangkabau traditions – elements of matrilineal society. Cuisine is Sumatran: rendang (spiced meat curry), gulai ikan (fish curry), lemang (sticky rice cooked in bamboo), and Kerinci café (excellent quality Arabica) are local flavours.
Sécurité publique
Kerinci is a safe highland region. A local guide is essential for the Mount Kerinci trek – weather changes rapidly. Do not approach faune sauvage in the parc national. Medical care: basic hospital in Sungai Penuh; Padang (approx. 6–7 hours) has the près deest more advanced hospital.
Informations pratiques
From Padang Minangkabau Airport, approximately 6–7 hours south-east by car. From Jambi, approximately 8–10 hours. The best time to visit is June to September. Accommodation: guesthouses in Sungai Penuh and Kersik Tuo village (Mount Kerinci trek starting point).
