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
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 Know more..