Take a challenging expedition to conquer Indonesia’s second highest peak at Mount Rinjani, an active volcano that rises up to 3,726 m from the ground.
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What to expect?
What to expect?
Climbing Mount Rinjani can be both fun and challenging, depending on how many days you are planning to spend on trekking and which trail you are taking. There are two routes with different trekking duration. If you plan to reach the summit within 2 days and spend a night there, you may choose to start your climbing via Sembalun. Sembalun comes with easier climbing where the routes are mostly flat, but the setback is your trekking path will be exposed to sunlight at all times.
If your trekking starts from Senaru; which is the other side of the mountain, it gives more fun and beautiful view for you to explored. This route is steeper and the non-stop climbing will take 3 days and 2 nights for you to reach the summit. The bright side is, going through Senaru forest’s shaded route could be more comforting for hikers. It is highly recommended to start your trek early in the morning and if possible, choose to camp there for a night.
Basically, you will start your expedition from the entrance of Mount Rinjani Park. Prior reaching to the entrance, there are two stunning waterfalls where you can visit namely the Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall. Most visitors tend to stop by Sendang Gile Waterfall for a quick dip as it is located closer to the entrance.
The first day of climbing could take around 10 hours to reach the first Mount Rinjani’s campsite, Sembalun crater rim at 2,639 meters above the sea level. Prior reaching to the campsite, there will be few stops where you can rest your legs and have a drink. Day 2 will be more challenging as you will continue your climbing at 3 am to head to Mount Rinjani’s summit. You will climb for another 3 more hours before reaching the beautiful summit of Mount Rinjani and witness a mesmerizing sunrise view. From the summit, you can also see Mount Agung of Bali and three best known Gili Islands which are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and GIli Air. After the summit, you will trek back to the other side of crater rim, Plawangan Senaru to set up your camp. On the third day, you will trek down to Senaru as early as 7.00 am and you will reach at around 3.00 pm.
If your trekking starts from Senaru; which is the other side of the mountain, it gives more fun and beautiful view for you to explored. This route is steeper and the non-stop climbing will take 3 days and 2 nights for you to reach the summit. The bright side is, going through Senaru forest’s shaded route could be more comforting for hikers. It is highly recommended to start your trek early in the morning and if possible, choose to camp there for a night.
Basically, you will start your expedition from the entrance of Mount Rinjani Park. Prior reaching to the entrance, there are two stunning waterfalls where you can visit namely the Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall. Most visitors tend to stop by Sendang Gile Waterfall for a quick dip as it is located closer to the entrance.
The first day of climbing could take around 10 hours to reach the first Mount Rinjani’s campsite, Sembalun crater rim at 2,639 meters above the sea level. Prior reaching to the campsite, there will be few stops where you can rest your legs and have a drink. Day 2 will be more challenging as you will continue your climbing at 3 am to head to Mount Rinjani’s summit. You will climb for another 3 more hours before reaching the beautiful summit of Mount Rinjani and witness a mesmerizing sunrise view. From the summit, you can also see Mount Agung of Bali and three best known Gili Islands which are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and GIli Air. After the summit, you will trek back to the other side of crater rim, Plawangan Senaru to set up your camp. On the third day, you will trek down to Senaru as early as 7.00 am and you will reach at around 3.00 pm.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Hiking shoes
- Outdoor gears
- Walking stick
- Backpack
- Windbreaker
- Drinking water and snacks
- Extra clothes
- Slippers
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- First aid kit
- Torchlight
- Powerbank
- Garbage bag
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Campsite
- Tour guide
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- If you go with a tour guide, do ensure you listen to the safety briefing carefully.
- Mount Rinjani is not an easy mountain to climb so do prepare yourself with the highest level of fitness you can achieve prior to climbing.
- Before you start trekking, it is advisable to put bandaids at parts of your foot that are prone to blisters.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- It is recommended to hire a tour guide if it is your first time here as the route is rather challenging.
- Going with a tour guide is also more convenient as most packages include camping equipment, meals, a porter, return transfer and trekking insurance.
- Remember to pack lightly and only bring the things you need.
- Bring snacks or food with high calories and eat before you start your trekking every morning to ensure you get sufficient energy.
- Starting April 2018, there will be a limited quota of climbers allowed per day to avoid unlicensed trekking organiser activities.
- Avoid climbing Mount Rinjani during the rainy season from January to March as the routes can be very slippery and dangerous.
- There is an entrance fee to Gunung Rinjani National Park which is priced at IDR 300,000 per pax.
- Price for tour packages vary depending on the number of people who are joining the trip as well as the duration of your trekking. Trekking to Mount Rinjani with larger groups can be a lot cheaper.
What to expect?
What to expect?
Climbing Mount Rinjani can be both fun and challenging, depending on how many days you are planning to spend on trekking and which trail you are taking. There are two routes with different trekking duration. If you plan to reach the summit within 2 days and spend a night there, you may choose to start your climbing via Sembalun. Sembalun comes with easier climbing where the routes are mostly flat, but the setback is your trekking path will be exposed to sunlight at all times.
If your trekking starts from Senaru; which is the other side of the mountain, it gives more fun and beautiful view for you to explored. This route is steeper and the non-stop climbing will take 3 days and 2 nights for you to reach the summit. The bright side is, going through Senaru forest’s shaded route could be more comforting for hikers. It is highly recommended to start your trek early in the morning and if possible, choose to camp there for a night.
Basically, you will start your expedition from the entrance of Mount Rinjani Park. Prior reaching to the entrance, there are two stunning waterfalls where you can visit namely the Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall. Most visitors tend to stop by Sendang Gile Waterfall for a quick dip as it is located closer to the entrance.
The first day of climbing could take around 10 hours to reach the first Mount Rinjani’s campsite, Sembalun crater rim at 2,639 meters above the sea level. Prior reaching to the campsite, there will be few stops where you can rest your legs and have a drink. Day 2 will be more challenging as you will continue your climbing at 3 am to head to Mount Rinjani’s summit. You will climb for another 3 more hours before reaching the beautiful summit of Mount Rinjani and witness a mesmerizing sunrise view. From the summit, you can also see Mount Agung of Bali and three best known Gili Islands which are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and GIli Air. After the summit, you will trek back to the other side of crater rim, Plawangan Senaru to set up your camp. On the third day, you will trek down to Senaru as early as 7.00 am and you will reach at around 3.00 pm.
If your trekking starts from Senaru; which is the other side of the mountain, it gives more fun and beautiful view for you to explored. This route is steeper and the non-stop climbing will take 3 days and 2 nights for you to reach the summit. The bright side is, going through Senaru forest’s shaded route could be more comforting for hikers. It is highly recommended to start your trek early in the morning and if possible, choose to camp there for a night.
Basically, you will start your expedition from the entrance of Mount Rinjani Park. Prior reaching to the entrance, there are two stunning waterfalls where you can visit namely the Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfall. Most visitors tend to stop by Sendang Gile Waterfall for a quick dip as it is located closer to the entrance.
The first day of climbing could take around 10 hours to reach the first Mount Rinjani’s campsite, Sembalun crater rim at 2,639 meters above the sea level. Prior reaching to the campsite, there will be few stops where you can rest your legs and have a drink. Day 2 will be more challenging as you will continue your climbing at 3 am to head to Mount Rinjani’s summit. You will climb for another 3 more hours before reaching the beautiful summit of Mount Rinjani and witness a mesmerizing sunrise view. From the summit, you can also see Mount Agung of Bali and three best known Gili Islands which are Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and GIli Air. After the summit, you will trek back to the other side of crater rim, Plawangan Senaru to set up your camp. On the third day, you will trek down to Senaru as early as 7.00 am and you will reach at around 3.00 pm.
What to bring?
What to bring?
- Hiking shoes
- Outdoor gears
- Walking stick
- Backpack
- Windbreaker
- Drinking water and snacks
- Extra clothes
- Slippers
- Sunblock
- Insect repellent
- First aid kit
- Torchlight
- Powerbank
- Garbage bag
What are the facilities provided?
What are the facilities provided?
- Campsite
- Tour guide
Who should I travel with?
Who should I travel with?
Solo , Couple , Friends , Group
Safety tips
Safety tips
- If you go with a tour guide, do ensure you listen to the safety briefing carefully.
- Mount Rinjani is not an easy mountain to climb so do prepare yourself with the highest level of fitness you can achieve prior to climbing.
- Before you start trekking, it is advisable to put bandaids at parts of your foot that are prone to blisters.
Insiders’ tips
Insiders’ tips
- It is recommended to hire a tour guide if it is your first time here as the route is rather challenging.
- Going with a tour guide is also more convenient as most packages include camping equipment, meals, a porter, return transfer and trekking insurance.
- Remember to pack lightly and only bring the things you need.
- Bring snacks or food with high calories and eat before you start your trekking every morning to ensure you get sufficient energy.
- Starting April 2018, there will be a limited quota of climbers allowed per day to avoid unlicensed trekking organiser activities.
- Avoid climbing Mount Rinjani during the rainy season from January to March as the routes can be very slippery and dangerous.
- There is an entrance fee to Gunung Rinjani National Park which is priced at IDR 300,000 per pax.
- Price for tour packages vary depending on the number of people who are joining the trip as well as the duration of your trekking. Trekking to Mount Rinjani with larger groups can be a lot cheaper.
Take a challenging expedition to conquer Indonesia’s second highest peak at Mount Rinjani, an active volcano that rises up to 3,726 m from the ground.
Opening hours
Always open
