Wildlifeof Sumatra
Wildlife in Mount Kerinci Climbing Route
Kerinci, West Sumatra
The standard climbing route up Mount Kerinci, Sumatra's — and Indonesia's — highest volcano, passing through montane forest, cloud forest and open volcanic slopes. Physically demanding and usually climbed quickly, but the lower and middle forest sections offer chances at highland birds along the way.
Highlights
- Summit of Sumatra's highest volcano, with sunrise views
- Vertical transect through montane and cloud forest
- Highland birds: Sumatran Cochoa, pittas, warblers
- Occasional serow or sun bear near the forest edge
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Quick answers
- What wildlife can you see in Mount Kerinci Climbing Route?
- Top wildlife targets in Mount Kerinci Climbing Route include Sumatran Cochoa, Schneider's Pitta and Sumatran Serow. Highlights: Summit of Sumatra's highest volcano, with sunrise views.
- Where is Mount Kerinci Climbing Route?
- Mount Kerinci Climbing Route is in Kerinci, West Sumatra, Sumatra (about -2.08°, 101.26°).
- What are the highlights of Mount Kerinci Climbing Route?
- Summit of Sumatra's highest volcano, with sunrise views, Vertical transect through montane and cloud forest, Highland birds: Sumatran Cochoa, pittas, warblers and Occasional serow or sun bear near the forest edge.