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Carstensz & Oceania · climb
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Reviewed by Blake Penson, Expedition Advisor. Two decades in the mountains, the Seven Summits, two Everest expeditions.
Last reviewed 9 October 2026
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ERTI 4.76 overall
Based in Austria
★ 4.6 · 3 reviews on Carstensz Pyramid · Last review: Oct 2024
Price: From $25,811 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jun 2026
ERTI 4.81 overall
Based in New Zealand
★ 5.0 · 1 review on Carstensz Pyramid · Last review: Mar 2026
Price: From $26,900 USD · guide-listed package price · last updated Jan 2026
ERTI 3.44 overall
Based in Indonesia
★ 4.2 · 1 review on Carstensz Pyramid · Last review: May 2019
Price: No recent price listed
ERTI 3.05 overall
Based in Indonesia
★ 2.8 · 2 reviews on Carstensz Pyramid · Last review: Sep 2025
Price: No recent price listed
| # | Operator | Stars here | Reviews | Latest review | From price | Safety | Value | Food | Team spirit | Camps |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Furtenbach Adventures | 4.6★ | 3 | October 2024 | From $25,811 USD · updated June 2026 | 5.0 | 4.7 | 3.3 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 2 | Adventure Consultants | 5.0★ | 1 | March 2026 | From $26,900 USD · updated January 2026 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| 3 | Berkat Carstensz Indonesia | 4.2★ | 1 | May 2019 | – | 5.0 | 5.0 | 3.0 | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| 4 | SummitCarstensz | 2.8★ | 2 | September 2025 | – | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.5 | 2.5 | 3.0 |
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ERTI 4.91 overall
Based in United States
First ascent by Heinrich Harrer (of "Seven Years in Tibet" fame) in 1962. At 4,884m, highest peak in Oceania and one of the Seven Summits (Messner list). Sacred to indigenous Amungme people. Access complicated by political situation and Freeport mine operations.
Normal Route via Harrer Ridge (1 day technical climbing): Fixed ropes on exposed rock, rated 5.4. East Ridge: More technical alternative. The main challenges are the approach (helicopter or multi-day jungle trek) and obtaining permits rather than the technical climbing.
Weather: Frequent rainfall and high winds are expected at Carstensz Pyramid. Daytime temperatures range from 12°C to 37°C. Temperatures at the summit can decrease to -10°C., Best Time to Visit: All Year Round, Average Expedition Length 11 Days
Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) is the official currency. USD essential for permits and expedition arrangements. Expedition costs: $15,000-25,000 including permits, helicopter access. All arrangements typically made through licensed operators. ATMs available in Timika.
Official: Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia). Indigenous: Amungme, Dani languages in the highlands. English spoken by expedition operators. Most climbing teams require licensed Indonesian guides for permit purposes.
Adventure Consultants
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
Une superbe expérience entre surf à Bali et escalade au cœur de la Papouasie. Merci Adventure Consultant pour la qualité de l’organisation et l’encadrement très professionnel de Mike Roberts.
By Julien L.
SummitCarstensz
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 1/5 · Reviewed
They required us to pay a large deposit. But they canceled the whole climbing just a few days before the start date. Now they do not want to refund our deposit.
By D D.
Furtenbach Adventures
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 5/5 · Reviewed
What an adventure this was. After 5 years being closed we were the second group who climbed CP after reopening. Everything was well organised and with the professional guidance of the guides the entire team reached the top. This was my second expedition with Furtenbach…
By Roland K.
Furtenbach Adventures
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 4.4/5 · Reviewed
We met our Team in Bali where we knew already some of the members and guides. We flew to Timika and stayed in a good Hotel until we got the ok to flight to Basecamp. We had to stay 3 nights. The Food in the Hotel was good. We flew to Basecamp and started right away with our…
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Furtenbach Adventures
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 4.4/5 · Reviewed
Moved in quickly, went up and down the mountain within 4:45, moved out next morning. It was worth any effort. A very rewarding experience! Dr. Andreas Gredler, Austria
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SummitCarstensz
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 4.6/5 · Reviewed
Reagen is the owner this company also expeditions leader. He also manage for climb in Himalaya and another mountain including Kilimanjaro and Elbrus make him many experience. About his team, they are young & strong people, properly and very funny.
By Verified Reviewer
Berkat Carstensz Indonesia
Carstensz Pyramid · Rated 4.2/5 · Reviewed
Carstensz was my 1st Mountain of the 7 Summits. Our guides were amazing. Denny was very professional in organizing the trip. We trekked in and took the helicopter out. The interaction with the local tribes was a wonderful experience. I have referred a few of other fellow…
By Ema D.
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Last updated 30 June 2026 (newest review or price update for this route).
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As of 31 October 2026, 4 operators have 7 verified client reviews for Carstensz Pyramid on ExpedReview.
Furtenbach Adventures is ranked first, with 4.6★ from 3 reviews (latest October 2024). The ranking is built from verified client reviews for Carstensz Pyramid, and recent reviews count more.
2 guides list a "from" price here. Guide-listed "from" prices run from $25,811 USD (Furtenbach Adventures, updated June 2026) to $26,900 USD (Adventure Consultants, updated January 2026). These are starting prices supplied by the operators, not quotes; check the current price with the operator.
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The latest verified review for Carstensz Pyramid is from March 2026. 2 of 7 reviews were published in the last 24 months.
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