| Elevation | 2,868 m (9,409 ft); Prominence: 1,522 m |
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| Province | Jawa Timur (East Java) |
| Ribu Category |  Tinggi Sedang |
| Links | Wikipedia English ; Wikipedia Indonesia |
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Bagging It!
This Ribu is easily reached from the popular mountain resort of Batu, near the city of Malang. Although Butak is not one of the highest peaks in the region, it is unusually free of litter, is a spectacular viewpoint and has one of the best natural campsites in Java. Gunung Kawi is the name of a lower subsidiary top but more locals know of Gunung Kawi than Gunung Butak.
Take an ojek to kampung Tuyomerto, where at the top of the road you will find the ‘base camp’ hut. Guides are available in the village and you will probably need one as there are several places where you could take a wrong turn. It takes approximately five hours to reach the large grassy area known as the alun-alun. Here you will find running water, ample space for tents, a mosque and a view to the summit of Java’s highest peak Semeru.
The highest point is a short climb up to the top of the ridge that surrounds the alun-alun and in good conditions you can see Arjuna, Semeru, Liman and Lawu in the far distance. The hillside here is scattered with interesting ancient grave sites and some small caves. It takes about three and a half hours to descend to Tuyomerto.
Practicalities
| Getting there | There are regular flights and train services from Jakarta to Malang. There are lots of angkots up to Batu from Malang – though you may need to change vehicle a couple of times. |
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| Accommodation | There is a good range of places to stay in Batu. |
| Permits | None required but take a photocopy of your passport photo page just incase |
| Water sources | Supplies available at the Alun Alun near the top |
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