THE DIFFICULTY LEVEL OF THE HIKE:
Day 1: Moderate
Day 2: Moderate
Temperature on Mount Rinjani:
Daytime: 20–30°C
Nighttime: 7–12°C
DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF MOUNT RINJANI WITH 1 NIGHT / 2 DAYS TREK TO SENARU CRATER RIM (2,641 M)
BEGINNER LEVEL
This trekking program is ideal for beginners or anyone who wants to experience the natural beauty of Mount Rinjani and explore the dense tropical rainforest, rich in unique flora and fauna, magical mount rinjani crater and the stunning sunset. Even though this program of the trekking is designed for beginners however training and exercises such as jogging, running before coming to do this trek is advised.
Along the trail, you may encounter wildlife such as monkeys (gray macaques), lutung (rare black monkeys), deer, eagles, and many other species. You’ll also pass various plant species like edelweiss, orchids, pandan gawah, rattan, seropan, bajur, and the unique kelokos udang (shrimp skin plant). The trek starts from Senaru Village (601 m above sea level), continues through a lush rainforest, and leads up to the Senaru Crater Rim at 2,641 m, where you will camp for the night. The next day, you will descend back to Senaru Village.
TREKKING ITINERARY
DAY BEFORE THE TREK (PREPARATION DAY):
Briefing at the hotel
Final preparation for the trek
Meet your trekking guide
DAY 1: SENARU VILLAGE – SENARU CRATER RIM
- 6:30 AM: Wake up and have breakfast
- 7:00 AM: Drive to the trekking starting point (15 minutes) with your guide and porters
- 7:30 AM: Register at the Mount Rinjani National Park office, then begin the trek
- Hike through the tropical rainforest, rich in flora and fauna
- After 30 minutes: Arrive at Pos 1 – take a short break
- Continue trekking to Pos 2 (approx. 2.5 hours)
- Lunch at Pos 2 – enjoy the fresh, unpolluted air and beautiful scenery
- Continue hiking to Pos 3 (approx. 2.5 hours) – take a longer break, have biscuits or cookies
- Ascend to Senaru Crater Rim (approx. 2 hours, steep and slippery due to volcanic sand)
- Arrival at the crater rim campsite: Enjoy the breathtaking views of Mount Rinjani’s caldera, Mount Baru Jari (an active volcano), Segara Anak Lake, and a stunning sunset
- 7:00 PM: Dinner with hot drinks (tea, ginger tea, or lemon tea)
DAY 2: SENARU CRATER RIM – SENARU VILLAGE
- 5:40 AM: Wake up to witness the sunrise and panoramic views
- 6:40 AM: Breakfast at the campsite
- 7:30 AM: Begin the descent back to Senaru Village (approx. 6 hours)
- Stop for lunch at Pos 2, Pos Extra, or Pos 1 along the way
- Upon arrival at the park entrance, your driver will pick you up and take you back to the office
- Collect your luggage and check out
Inclusions
- Hotel accommodation before the hike
- Pick-up and drop-off transportation from/to any area in Lombok
- Meals and drinks during the trekking program
- Meals and drinks prepared by the porter team
- Food, drinks, and camping equipment carried by porters
- Camping equipment
- Professional trekking guide
- Porter service
- National Park entrance permits
- Trekking insurance
- Headlamp / flashlight
- Trekking poles / walking sticks
- Medical check-up
- Luggage storage at our office
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Hiking shoes
- Flight tickets & fast boat tickets
- Personal medications
What to Bring
- Warm jacket
- 1 long pants and 1 pair of shorts
- 2 sets of clothes
- Sunscreen
- Toiletries
- Beanie / warm hat
- Hiking shoes
- Personal medication
- Small backpack for personal belongings