OVERVIEW
Looking to experience Mount Rinjani without the challenge of summiting? This trek offers the perfect solution by allowing you to camp at the edge of the Senaru Crater, where you’ll have panoramic views of the summit lake, Mount Baru Jari, the island of Lombok, and the three Gilis. During your one-night stay at the crater rim, you’ll witness the breathtaking sunrise between Mount Rinjani and Mount Sangkareang, as well as the stunning sunset over Bali’s majestic mountains. The route follows the Senaru trail, starting at an elevation of 600 meters and taking you to the crater rim at 2,641 meters. This trek is ideal for families, couples, and beginner trekkers.
You will spend 2 days and 1 night trekking on Mount Rinjani, starting from Senaru village to the Senaru Crater Rim and back.
Itinerary Summary
Day 0: Arrival in Lombok
- Pick up from any location in Lombok.
- Visit Senaru Waterfalls (Sindang Gile and Tiu Kelep).
- Explore a traditional house in Senaru.
- Enjoy dinner at the hotel.
Day 1: Senaru to Crater Rim
- 06:00-06:30: Breakfast.
- 07:00: Transfer to Rinjani National Park entrance for registration and start of trek.
- 12:00: Lunch at Post I.
- 16:00: Arrive at Crater Rim I, enjoy the sunset, set up camp, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 2: Crater Rim to Senaru Village
- 07:00: Breakfast.
- 07:30: Start descent back to Senaru Village.
- 11:30: Lunch at Post I.
- 14:00: Arrive at Senaru Village, transfer to the office for a shower and refreshments
- Transfer to your next destination in Lombok (airport, Senggigi, Kuta Lombok, Bangsal Harbor).
Included
- Welcome drinks upon arrival.
- Transfers to and from your accommodations in Lombok (airport, Senggigi, Kuta Lombok, Bangsal Harbor).
- Accommodation: 1 night in Senaru before the trek and 3 nights camping during the trek.
- Guided Trek: Local, professional, and English-speaking guides will lead you throughout the trek.
- Porters: Porters to carry all cooking and camping equipment, food, and water.
- Camping Equipment: Tents, sleeping bags, mattresses, toilet tents
- National Park Fees: Entrance fees to Rinjani National Park IDR 200.000/day/trekker
- Insurance: Rp 10.000/person
- Food & Drinks: All meals and water during the trek.
Bonus
- Trip To Sendag Gile Waterfall
- Trip To Tiu Kelep Waterfall
- Trip To Traditional House Senaru
Note: Trip to waterfall (Sendang Gile and Tiukelep) if you come 3 hours before sunset
Excluded
- Airline Tickets to and from Lombok.
- Trekking Gear: Shoes, gloves, long pants, and other personal gear.
- Tips: Gratuities for guides and porters.
- Travel Insurance.
- Extra Porters: If you require additional porters for extra luggage ($30/day for a 20 kg maximum).
- Personal Items: Small bags or daily packs.
Recommended Items to Bring
Below are list of items you should carry during the trek program. All items to be packed in a small backpack no more than 5 kg.
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- 1 pair camp shoes/trek shoes are good.
- Personal medications
- Sun block/lotion, hat/cap, sun
- Spray for muscle/balm.
- Insect
- Camera, Handy Cam and batteries (Manual or Digital).
- Small
- 2-4 cotton T-shirts
- Long trek pants/wind
- Windproof
- Warmest jacket
- 2 of shorts.
- Sandals (optional).
- Swimming Suite (optional).
- Binocular (optional).
- Extra trail snack (we supply fruits, Menu)
- Garbage Plastic can.
The climbing covered the following:
- 4 days and 3 nights camping on the mountain and one night at the hotel on the day of your arrival.
- During the Trek you’ll be guided by local, professional and English speaking guides.
- Porters who will bring all camping gear, food and drink.
- National park fee
- Head lights, trekking pole, chairs and even dinner table, so you do not have to bother to buy or rent and you just bring your personal equipment.
- All transfers (pick up in and out after the tracks on the island of Lombok)
- Even bonuses to waterfalls in senaru village.
This trek offers a perfect blend of adventure, nature, and local culture, making it an ideal choice for those looking to explore Rinjani’s beauty without the full summit challenge.
