Mt. Rinjani Trek in Lombok Island, Indonesia is a beautiful trekking adventure to the second highest mountain in Indonesia. This volcanic mountain top lies at the elevation of 3,726 meters above sea level. Trekking to Mt. Rinjani offers an opportunity to explore the beautiful nature, lake, and beautiful surroundings.
Mt. Rinjani Trek - Best Trekking Trail In Indonesia 2024
The trekking adventure to Mt. Rinjani is a short yet challenging trip. This prominent volcanic mountain gets hundreds of trekkers every day. You start to trek through beautiful lush greenery at the bottom towards the grey top of the mountain. It is a challenging adventure because of its elevation gain, steepness, and slipperiness of the trail. But the trek is truly worth the challenge as it brings you incredible beautiful view from the mountain. You will also get to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Lake Segara Anak during the trek and from the top of the mountain. Although it is a difficult trek to do and needs a good level of fitness and strong willpower, you will certainly enjoy the adventure. This trek will bring you beautiful moments of adventure to treasure for life.
Some Facts about Rinjani Trekking
- The trek goes into the Mt. Rinjani National Park
- You will trek to the top of the second highest mountain in Indonesia
- Mt. Rinjani is an active volcanic mountain
- The mountain can be seen almost from everywhere in Lombok Island
- You will experience the diversity of natural wonders
Mt. Rinjani Trekking Itinerary 6 Days
Day 1: Arrival at Lombuk Airport – Drive to Sembalun Lawang
It is the first day of the trip that starts after you arrive at the Lombuk airport. Our representative will welcome you at the airport and drive you to Sembalun Lawang. It takes about three hours to reach Sembalun Lawang which lies at the bottom of Mt. Rinjani. A trip briefing meeting will take place once you check in to the hotel.
Day 2: Semabalun Lawang - Plawangan Sembalun Crater Rim (2639m)
It is the first day of the trekking adventure. We get ready for the walk of the day and start from the hotel. Before we enter the national park, we need to check in to the national park. Our destination for the day is Plawangan Sembalun Crater Rim which stands at the impressive elevation of 2,639 meters above sea level. It will take us around eight hours of walking to reach the camp destination for the day. Although a long walking day, it is a beautiful experience of walking through greenery and beautiful surroundings.
Day 3: Plawangan Sembalun Crate Rim – Mt. Rinjani Summit (3,726m) – Lake Segara Anak (2,000m)
We are eventually on the day to trek to the summit of Mt. Rinjani today. To start the adventure for the day, we need to wake up early around 3 am. After preparing for the walk of the day, we set off towards the summit of the mountain. As it is a huge gain of elevation, it is a challenging adventure. The trail is sandy and slippery with steep inclines. We need to put extra effort to trek towards the summit. When we eventually reach the top of Mt. Rinjani, we can enjoy an overwhelming view of the surroundings. The view from the top makes us forget all the challenging efforts we came through to reach the top.
After enjoying the view of the surroundings, we will start the trek down to Lake Segara Anak. We will stay overnight today on the bank of the beautiful lake in the mountains.
Day 4: Lake Segara Anak – Plawangan Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m)
The trek today takes us to a higher elevation than today. Plawangan Senaru Crater Rim is the destination that we are trekking to today. A short trekking day takes us to the destination through beautiful surroundings. As we reach the camp earlier, we will have plenty of time to explore and enjoy the beautiful place and its surroundings.
Day 5: Plawangan Senaru Crater Rim – Gili Trawangan
It is the final day of the trek today. The trek today is around six hours and takes us to Senaru village. We enjoy the final day of the walk. Once we reach Senaru, we will drive to Teluk Nara Port and take a boat ride to Gili Trawangan to stay overnight. It is quite a day to experience.
Day 6: Gili Trawangan – Lombok Airport
We will transfer you to the airport for your flight today. But if your flight is in the evening, you can enjoy activities like snorkeling, swimming, etc. at Gili Trawangan. It takes us two hours to reach the airport so we will arrange the transportation accordingly.
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