Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — The Mount Ciremai National Park (TNGC) in West Java, Indonesia, has announced a temporary closure of all hiking activities on Mount Ciremai. This move aims to restore the forest ecosystem and enhance the management of the five established trails.
TNGC made the announcement through its official Instagram account on Thursday, October 24, specifying that all trails would close starting Monday, October 28, 2024, with no set date for reopening.
The online booking system for hiking permits was also shut down on October 24. Hikers who had already booked trips are encouraged to reschedule.
According to TNGC, the decision follows a surge in hiking activity that has strained the ecosystem around Mount Ciremai’s trails. This period of closure is intended to allow the environment to recover, with the ultimate goal of providing visitors with safer, more pristine trails.
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TNGC’s Head of Promotion and Marketing, Ady Sularso, explained that the closure would also serve as an opportunity to educate stakeholders, including tourists and local tourism operators, about newly implemented regulations.
These include Law No. 32 and Government Regulation No. 36 of 2024, which impact the fees associated with Non-Tax State Revenue (PNBP) within TNGC. The updated fee structure, set to take effect on October 30, 2024, will adjust fees for entry, group access, nature tourism activities, and commercial photography and videography within the park.
“We are adjusting PNBP fees for entry tickets, group admissions, nature tourism services, and commercial photography or videography fees within TNGC,” Ady noted in a statement.
Ady called on the public to support the initiative, stressing the importance of the closure in helping Mount Ciremai flora and fauna thrive without human interference. He underscored that this proactive move aims to conserve biodiversity and restore the natural beauty of West Java’s highest peak.
(Raidi/Agung)
