Merapi Mountain Resort

Kaliurang lies at the foot of Plawangan hill on the southern slope of mount Merapi, some 28 km northern side of Yogyakarta. This resort is a refreshing holiday vacation spot for those who seek retreat and tranquillity in the middle of lush and green tropical splendour. As a mountain resort, Kaliurang offers accommodation facilities such as villas, bungalows, inns, and recreational facilities as well--e.g. swimming pools, tennis courts, and playground. Many people visit Kaliurang, especially during the holidays. Young people (like boy scouts) enjoy going there since this mountainous resort also provides camping sites and places for mountaineering. Those who like mountain climbing can climb the Merapi Mountain from Kaliurang. Related to the climbing plan, climbers may stay overnight in Kaliurang then start to mounting very early in the morning via Kinahrejo village to descend again at noon. When the weather is clear, a spectacular sight of the panoramic view that covers the surrounding forest of Plawangan and Kaliurang, and the rolling green countryside that fades into distant misty horizons of the blue Indian Ocean can be seen easily. The best time to view the mountain is shortly after sunrise (before 09.00 o’clock) when the early morning light starts lifting up the covering mist around the peak.

Location : Kabupaten Sleman
Transportation :
Baker Bus from Umbulharjo Station or Minibus Jogja-Kaliurang from Terban Station.