2-Day Mount Rinjani Trek with Crater Rim Camping and Summit Sunrise

2 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Discover Lombok's diverse hiking landscapes on a trekking adventure centered on Mount Rinjani, from expansive savannahs and steep hills to crater-rim camps and...

Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Hard · Accommodation: Included · Budget · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Mount Rinjani, Senaru · Languages: English, Indonesian

Know before you go: Mount Rinjani is the icon of hiking in Lombok and the second-highest volcano in Indonesia (3,726m).; It offers landscapes ranging from lush tropical forests and savannah grasslands to a crater lake.; Main trekking routes - Senaru Trail: tropical rainforest route.; Sembalun Trail: open grasslands with direct summit access.; Torean Trail: a challenging route with waterfalls and valleys.; Key highlight: Segara Anak Lake, a turquoise crater lake. Sunrise from the summit is spectacular.; Optional: explore smaller mountains for warm-ups or lighter hikes:; Mount Batu Layar (700m): beginner-friendly, with views of Mataram City.; Mount Pengsong (340m): a relaxed hike with Pura Pengsong temple.; Mount Tunak: karst cliffs, tropical forest, and coastal views in Central Lombok.

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What's Included

Guide and porter
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day of the hike
Tent and toilet tent
Transportation to and from the mountain or port
Sleeping bag and mattress
1-night stay at a homestay before the hike
3 litres of water per person

Not Included

Entrance fee to Mount Rinjani National Park
International flights
Tips
Personal items (such as insurance, souvenirs, snacks, and visa fees)

Itinerary

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Day 01

Sembalun Village Trek to the Crater Rim

Start the day with breakfast and coffee or tea. Take a 1-hour drive to Sembalun Village, the trailhead for the trek. Begin hiking through expansive savannahs and steep hills known as the "Seven Regret Hills". Stop for lunch mid-hike. Arrive at the Sembalun Crater Rim in the late afternoon, where the porters will have already set up camp. Spend the evening enjoying sunset views from the crater rim. Dinner at the camp and an overnight stay at the crater rim.
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Day 02

Summit Sunrise and Mountain Descent

Wake up at 02:00 for a quick breakfast. Start the summit climb at 02:30, tackling loose volcanic scree. Reach the summit (3,726m) around 05:00-06:00 to catch the sunrise, enjoying panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, and Sumbawa. Descend back to the crater rim for a full breakfast. Begin the descent down the mountain. If heading back to Sembalun, the descent is mildly steep. If heading to Senaru, trek through dense tropical rainforest. Stop mid-day for lunch. Continue the descent and reach the base of the mountain in the afternoon. Transfer to the port, airport, or homestay in Senaru if continuing with other adventures.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Rinjani Climbing Tours, Jl. Pariwisata, Senaru, North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia · Tour start: Senaru, Bayan, North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.