Elsa Laksono, the Climber Who Passed Away on Mount Carstenz, Was Apparently Once Neighbors with Astrid Kuya

Kapanlagi.com - Behind every skilled climber, there is always a story of joy and sorrow. Unfortunately, unfortunate news has just emerged regarding two climbers who passed away on Puncak Jaya. Two female climbers, Lilie Wijayanti Poegiono and Elsa Laksono, died while climbing Puncak Carstenz, Papua. Both were from Jakarta and Bandung, and were reported to be 59 years old.

Lilie Wijayanti Poegiono and Elsa Laksono are believed to have suffered from hypothermia before passing away on Saturday (1/3/2025). This news has shocked many, including Astrid Kuya, the wife of Uya Kuya, who knew one of the victims, Elsa Laksono.

1. My Neighbor Astrid Kuya

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"Yes, my neighbor is in the Casa Grande apartment. But she also lives in Tebet," said Astrid when contacted via WhatsApp on Sunday (3/2/2025).

Astrid recounted that she used to have a sports group with Elsa. The two often attended yoga classes together before they eventually rarely met.

"We had a yoga group because we used to enjoy doing yoga together," she said.

2. Haven't Been in Touch for a Long Time

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However, Uya Kuta's wife admitted that she hasn't communicated with Elsa for a long time. For the past three years, they haven't met because Astrid moved to a different apartment tower and stopped attending yoga.

"I haven't seen her in a long time. It's been almost 3 years because I moved to a different apartment tower and stopped doing yoga," she said.

3. Remembering Her Kind Figure

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Although they haven't interacted for a long time, Astrid still remembers Elsa as a kind person and an active sports enthusiast. The small moments they shared in the same neighborhood became part of the sweet memories that Astrid recalls from that time.

"She was a good person and active in sports," she concluded.

Elsa Laksono was known not just as an ordinary climber. She had impressive climbing experiences, including on famous mountains like Papandayan and Slamet, so the news of her passing was quite shocking to many.

4. Profile of Elsa Laksono

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Elsa Laksono was born on July 24, 1965, in Malang, East Java. With the nickname 'Mamak Gigi', she was not only known as a professional in her field but also as a climber who had conquered many mountains in Indonesia.

Elsa had an Instagram account @explorewithelsa, where she shared her climbing journeys. From Mount Sumbing to Base Camp Everest, she shared every step with many people. However, on March 1, 2025, the climbing world lost her when she tragically passed away at the Carstensz Peak, Papua, allegedly due to hypothermia and Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS).

5. Friendship with Lilie Wijayanti

Elsa's friendship with Lilie Wijayanti, fellow climbers who have been bonded since middle school, has become a highlight. Both are known as experienced and inspirational climbers within the climbing community. Their story serves as proof that friendship can be a strength in overcoming the challenges of nature. Elsa and Lilie Wijayanti share a very strong bond. They have shared many experiences, both joyful and sorrowful, over the years.

Unfortunately, on March 1, 2025, while climbing Puncak Carstensz, Elsa experienced an unexpected tragedy. It is suspected that due to hypothermia from AMS, she passed away at the summit, which should have been a place of pride for every climber. This sad news shook the climbing community across Indonesia.

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