Gunung Api
A 656-metre active volcano rising across a narrow strait from Bandaneira. Climbing at dawn gives a panorama of the entire Banda Islands.
Gunung Api stands across a narrow channel from Bandaneira. It rises to about 656 m and erupted on a large scale in 1988. A small boat from Bandaneira takes about 5 minutes to reach its foot. The trail is steep and covered in loose stones, and the climb to the summit takes 1.5 to 2 hours. Descend carefully, as the path is slippery. It is recommended to hire a local guide, set off before dawn to watch the sunrise, and bring plenty of water. From the summit you can see the smoking crater, along with Bandaneira, Lontar and the islands beyond.
Opening hours
All day; early morning recommended
Nearby sights
- Lava Flow Coral Reef
- Old Church of Banda Neira
- Sjahrir's Exile House
- Rumah Budaya Banda Neira
- Fort Nassau
- Fort Belgica
- Hatta's Exile House
- Istana Mini