Brazilian dancer and publicist Juliana Marins, 26, tragically died after falling from Mount Rinjani, Indonesia’s second-highest volcano, during a group trek on June 21.
Survived Initial Fall But Rescued Too Late
Marins slipped and fell about 600 meters in two stages. Despite surviving the first fall and being seen alive and calling for help, poor weather, loose terrain, and difficult conditions delayed rescue efforts. Her body was found three days later using a thermal drone.
Cause of Death Confirmed by Autopsy
An autopsy confirmed that Marins died from internal bleeding and organ damage caused by blunt force trauma. Forensic experts ruled out hypothermia. They estimated she succumbed to her injuries within 20 minutes of the fall.
Family Criticizes Rescue Response
Her family believes she could have been saved if rescuers had arrived sooner.
“Juliana deserved much more,” they said, vowing to seek justice for her.
Rescue Officials Cite Harsh Conditions
Indonesia’s rescue agency explained that bad weather and rough terrain delayed recovery efforts. Helicopter evacuation was impossible, forcing teams to carry her body down the volcano by foot.
Father Blames Poor Infrastructure
At her funeral in Niteroi, Brazil, her father criticized Indonesia’s tourist safety standards, calling the tragedy a “disregard for human life” and urging for better rescue infrastructure in tourist areas.
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