Mount Marapi
Gunung Marapi
An active volcano about 2,891 meters high to the southeast of Bukittinggi. It is the most striking peak in the city's skyline, and from the summit you can see the sunrise over the crater.
Marapi is one of Sumatra's most active volcanoes. The usual climbing route starts at Koto Baru, and a night ascent takes about 5–6 hours to reach the crater rim for sunrise. In December 2023, a sudden eruption killed climbers, and the mountain was closed for a long time afterward. Whether it is open depends on the official volcanic alert level, so never climb without authorization. Even if you do not climb, you can enjoy views of it standing alongside Singgalang from within Bukittinggi and from Puncak Lawang.
Opening hours
Subject to official announcements
Nearby sights
- Pariangan
- Rao Rao Mosque
- Pandai Sikek
- Nasi Kapau at Los Lambuang
- Bung Hatta Birth House
- Jam Gadang
- Japanese Tunnels (Lobang Jepang)
- Pasar Atas