🏔 Indonesia rolls out new mountain climbing rules, Rinjani first
National SOP aims for safer ascents & better climber screening 🧗♂️✅
The Main Takeaway
Forestry Minister Raja Juli Antoni launched a new SOP for mountain climbing across national parks & nature tourism sites — starting with Mount Rinjani as the pilot.
“We will continue to replicate this on other mountains and national parks,” — Raja Juli Antoni, Forestry Minister (Antara, August 13, 2025)
Why It’s on Our Radar
⚠️ Responds to recent accidents, including the death of a Brazilian climber on Rinjani
📊 Introduces difficulty grades (I–V) to match climber skills with trail risks
🛡 Seeks to improve safety, preparedness & rescue readiness nationwide
“The difficulty and risk levels of mountains will be the basis for managing hiking trails, including screening beginner or inexperienced climbers.” — Raja Juli Antoni (Antara, August 13, 2025)
What’s at Stake
🚫 Access limits — Beginner climbers restricted from high-grade mountains
📄 Proof required — Experience logs & medical check-ups for Grade IV–V climbs
🧭 Tracking tech — New app to monitor climbers for faster search & rescue
The Big Picture
Mountains like Gede (Grade III) will be prerequisites for tougher climbs like Rinjani (Grade IV). High-risk peaks will require guides, health clearance, & prior climbing experience. The SOP will be replicated across Indonesia’s mountain parks.
The Regional Stakes
🌏 Could become a model for ASEAN mountain tourism safety
🧳 May influence tour operator standards for foreign climbers visiting Indonesia’s peaks
“Hopefully, this will be disseminated well, especially among tour operators.” — Raja Juli Antoni (Antara, August 13, 2025)
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