About Malabar
Malabar is a stratovolcano rising to 2,307 meters (7,569 feet) in Indonesia's Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. No historical eruptions have been recorded, though the volcano is classified based on geological evidence of past activity.
Geography & Climate
Malabar is located in Indonesia, within the Sunda Volcanic Arc of the broader Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. Situated at 7.13° S, 107.64° E in the Southern Hemisphere, the volcano lies within a tropical climate zone. At 2,307 meters above sea level, Malabar rises above the surrounding terrain into montane or subalpine conditions. The elevation creates distinct ecological zones along its flanks, from forested lower slopes to exposed rocky terrain near the summit. The volcanic landform is characterized as a composite, which describes the physical shape and structure of the volcanic edifice as observed from the surface.
GVP Reference Summary
The broad, forested, Gunung Malabar stratovolcano is located immediately south of the city of Bandung in western Java. While it was previously thought to be of possible Holocene age (Bronto 1995, pers. comm.), K-Ar dates of 0.23 Ma were reported by Bogie and Mackenzie (1997). Additionally, Malabar material was overlain by other Pleistocene deposits from the Wayang-Windu domes a few kilometers south. A geothermal energy project is present on the S flank closest to Wayang-Windu, but no active geothermal features have been reported.
— Smithsonian Institution, Global Volcanism Program
0 Recorded Eruptions
No eruption records available for Malabar.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Malabar
Is Malabar an active volcano?+
Malabar is not currently classified as active. Its activity evidence is listed as "unknown." No recorded eruptions have been documented. However, no volcano is ever considered permanently extinct.
How high is Malabar?+
Malabar has a summit elevation of 2,307 meters (7,569 feet) above sea level. At 2,307 meters, it is comparable in height to many significant mountain peaks and stands well above the tree line.
What type of volcano is Malabar?+
Malabar is classified as a Stratovolcano. Stratovolcanoes (also called composite volcanoes) are steep, conical volcanoes built up by many layers of hardened lava, tephra, and volcanic ash. They are among the most common and dangerous types, known for explosive eruptions.
Where is Malabar located?+
Malabar is located in Indonesia, in the Sunda-Banda Volcanic Regions. More specifically, it lies within the Sunda Volcanic Arc. Its exact coordinates are -7.132° latitude, 107.639° longitude.
Is it safe to visit Malabar?+
Malabar can generally be visited, but as with any volcano, visitors should check local conditions and any advisory notices before traveling. Indonesia may have specific regulations for accessing volcanic areas. Guided tours are often the safest and most informative way to experience a volcano.
