Indonesia · Trekking

2-Day Mount Rinjani Trek with Crater Rim Camping and Summit Sunrise

2 Days Round trip from Senaru Hard pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Conquer the iconic summit of Mount Rinjani with breathtaking sunrise views
  • 02 Trek through expansive savannahs and the steep "Seven Regret Hills"
  • 03 Camp on the Sembalun Crater Rim and enjoy sunset views over the volcano
  • 04 Take in panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, and Sumbawa from 3,726m

Discover Lombok's diverse hiking landscapes on a trekking adventure centered on Mount Rinjani, from expansive savannahs and steep hills to crater-rim camps and sunrise views from the summit. This experience showcases the island's dramatic natural scenery, including tropical forests, crater landscapes, and panoramic vistas across Lombok, Bali, and Sumbawa. It is ideal for travellers seeking authentic adventure, varied terrain, and unforgettable mountain scenery in Indonesia.

Reach the summit (3,726m) around 05:00-06:00 to catch the sunrise, enjoying panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, and Sumbawa.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Hard
Accommodation Included · Budget
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Mount Rinjani, Senaru
Languages English, Indonesian

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Sembalun Village Trek to the Crater Rim

  • Start the day with breakfast and coffee or tea.
  • Take a 1-hour drive to Sembalun Village, the trailhead for the trek.
  • Begin hiking through expansive savannahs and steep hills known as the "Seven Regret Hills".
  • Stop for lunch mid-hike.
  • Arrive at the Sembalun Crater Rim in the late afternoon, where the porters will have already set up camp.
  • Spend the evening enjoying sunset views from the crater rim.

Dinner at the camp and an overnight stay at the crater rim.

2
Day 02

Summit Sunrise and Mountain Descent

  • Wake up at 02:00 for a quick breakfast.
  • Start the summit climb at 02:30, tackling loose volcanic scree.
  • Reach the summit (3,726m) around 05:00-06:00 to catch the sunrise, enjoying panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, and Sumbawa.
  • Descend back to the crater rim for a full breakfast.
  • Begin the descent down the mountain.
  • If heading back to Sembalun, the descent is mildly steep.
  • If heading to Senaru, trek through dense tropical rainforest.
  • Stop mid-day for lunch.
  • Continue the descent and reach the base of the mountain in the afternoon.
  • Transfer to the port, airport, or homestay in Senaru if continuing with other adventures.
Mount Rinjani summit, Sembalun Crater Rim, Sembalun Village savannahs

Where this trip takes you

Mount Rinjani summit, Sembalun Crater Rim, Sembalun Village savannahs

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Senaru 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Guide and porter
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day of the hike
  • Tent and toilet tent
  • Transportation to and from the mountain or port
  • Sleeping bag and mattress
  • 1-night stay at a homestay before the hike
  • 3 litres of water per person

What's Not Included

  • Entrance fee to Mount Rinjani National Park
  • International flights
  • Tips
  • Personal items (such as insurance, souvenirs, snacks, and visa fees)

What to bring

  • Warm jacket/windbreaker (essential for the summit)
  • Gloves and beanie (for freezing temperatures at the summit)
  • Trekking shoes with good grip
  • Headlamp with extra batteries
  • Dust mask or buff (for volcanic dust)
  • Sunscreen and sunglasses
  • Personal first aid kit or medication
  • Camera

Know before you go

  • Mount Rinjani is the icon of hiking in Lombok and the second-highest volcano in Indonesia (3,726m).
  • It offers landscapes ranging from lush tropical forests and savannah grasslands to a crater lake.
  • Main trekking routes - Senaru Trail: tropical rainforest route.
  • Sembalun Trail: open grasslands with direct summit access.
  • Torean Trail: a challenging route with waterfalls and valleys.
  • Key highlight: Segara Anak Lake, a turquoise crater lake. Sunrise from the summit is spectacular.
  • Optional: explore smaller mountains for warm-ups or lighter hikes:
  • Mount Batu Layar (700m): beginner-friendly, with views of Mataram City.
  • Mount Pengsong (340m): a relaxed hike with Pura Pengsong temple.
  • Mount Tunak: karst cliffs, tropical forest, and coastal views in Central Lombok.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Rinjani Climbing Tours, Jl. Pariwisata, Senaru, North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Tour start
Senaru, Bayan, North Lombok Regency, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Senaru.

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