9 places to discover
Air Terjun Telun Berasap is a waterfall located in Desa Telun Berasap, Kecamatan Gunung Raya, Kabupaten Kerinci, Jambi Province, Sumatra, Indonesia. Situated on the edge of Kerinci Seblat National Park near Lake Kerinci, it is known for its approximately 50-meter drop and mist that resembles smoke, which gives the waterfall its name. Surrounded by tropical forest, it is a notable natural attraction in the Kerinci highlands accessible via a short trek.
Danau Gunung Tujuh is a large freshwater volcanic lake located in Desa Pelompek, Kayu Aro, Kerinci Regency, Jambi, within Kerinci Seblat National Park on Sumatra. Situated at about 1,950 meters above sea level and surrounded by seven mountain peaks, it is recognized as the highest lake in Southeast Asia. The lake is notable for its clear water, pristine montane forest setting, and scenic trekking route through tea plantations and rainforest.
Danau Kerinci is a large natural freshwater lake in Kerinci Regency, Jambi Province, Sumatra, Indonesia, situated at about 783 meters above sea level at the foot of Mount Kerinci within the Bukit Barisan range. Covering approximately 4,200 hectares, it is the largest lake in Jambi and second largest in Sumatra. The lake is known for its scenic mountain backdrop, traditional fishing villages, and views of surrounding tea plantations and Kerinci Seblat National Park.
Goa Kasah is a natural limestone cave located in Desa Kasah, Kayu Aro District, Kerinci Regency, Jambi Province, Indonesia, on the slopes near Mount Kerinci. The cave is known for its natural rock formations, dark chambers and surrounding forested landscape. It is a local natural attraction within the Kerinci highlands, visited for caving and sightseeing, and situated near the extensive Kayu Aro tea plantation area.
Gunung Kerinci is an active stratovolcano on the border of Jambi and West Sumatra, located in Kayu Aro, Kerinci Regency, Jambi, within Kerinci Seblat National Park. At 3,805 meters above sea level, it is the highest volcano in Indonesia and the highest peak on Sumatra. Part of the Bukit Barisan range and the UNESCO Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra, it is notable for its steep forested slopes, active crater and panoramic views.
Jembatan Gentala Arasy is an S-shaped pedestrian bridge spanning the Batanghari River in Jambi City, Jambi Province. Connecting the city centre (Kawasan Pasar) with Jambi Seberang and the Gentala Arasy tower area, it is recognized as Indonesia's first S-curved pedestrian bridge. Opened in 2015, the approximately 530-meter bridge is a city landmark and popular leisure viewpoint, especially noted for its illuminated night views over the river and skyline.
Kompleks Candi Muaro Jambi is the largest ancient Buddhist temple complex in Southeast Asia, located in Maro Sebo, Muaro Jambi Regency, Jambi Province, Sumatra, along the Batanghari River. Spanning about 3,981 hectares with more than 80 brick temple ruins, only eight have been fully restored. Dating from the 7th to 13th centuries during the Srivijaya and Melayu Kingdoms, it served as a major center for Buddhist learning and is on UNESCO's Tentative World Heritage List.
Taman Nasional Bukit Duabelas is a lowland tropical rainforest national park in Jambi Province, Sumatra, spanning Batang Hari, Sarolangun and Tebo regencies. Established in 2000, it covers approximately 60,500 hectares and protects one of Sumatra's remaining lowland forests. The park is notable for its biodiversity, including endangered species, and as the traditional territory of the Orang Rimba (Suku Anak Dalam) indigenous community living within the forest.
Taman Nasional Kerinci Seblat is Indonesia's largest national park, spanning approximately 13,791 sq km across Jambi, West Sumatra, Bengkulu and South Sumatra provinces. Centered in Kerinci Regency, Jambi, it forms part of the UNESCO Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra. Notable for Mount Kerinci, Indonesia's highest volcano at 3,805 m, Lake Gunung Tujuh, and rich biodiversity including Sumatran tiger and endemic birds.