Royal Rinjani Tour

MOUNT RINJANI TOUR INFORMATION

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BEGINNER TREKKING PACKAGES

The trip to the crater rim takes 2 days and 1 night, making it suitable for beginner hikers.

TOUR PACKAGE STARTS SEMBALUN ROUTE

For advanced hikers, there is a 3- to 6-day trip to the summit and Segara Anak Lake.

HIKING PACKAGE SEMBALUN – TOREAN

A special trekking tours package starts in Sembalun and finishes at Torean village.

Below is information that you should read before coming to climb Mount Rinjani:

How to Reach Mount Rinjani?

Mount Rinjani is an inactive volcano located in Lombok. The easiest way to reach this mountain is to fly directly to Lombok. The easiest way to reach it is by air transportation, specifically from the Lombok International Airport in Praya, Central Lombok district (Airport Code: LOP). From there, you can go to Senaru village, north of the mountain, or Sembalun, east of it.

Travel route options to Mount Rinjani from Lombok International Airport:

1. Sembalun takes about 2–2.5 hours to pass through the eastern side of Mount Rinjani with the Praya-Kopang–Masbagik–Aikmel route and then arrives at Sembalun village on the east side (the closest climbing route to the summit at 3726 m).

2. Senaru takes about 2.5–3 hours, passing through Mataram and around half of Lombok Island before arriving at Senaru village, the starting point of the hiking trail from the north.

3. In April 2021, the Torean route officially opened. This route allows you to stay overnight in Sembalun or Senaru, specializing in the route to Lake Segara Anak.

If you are unable to fly directly to Lombok, the best options are to either transit through Jakarta or fly to Bali and then take a fast boat to Lombok. . . . continue

Mount Rinjani, Lombok

It has an altitude of 3726 meters above sea level and is the second-highest volcano in Indonesia after Mount Kerinci. The island of Lombok is home to a holy place for the Lombok people, including the Sasak tribe and the Balinese. The peak of Mount Rinjani is where the holy people reside, and Lake Segara Anak is where the Balinese perform the Mulang Pakelem religious ritual.

The large crater of Segara Anak, located at an altitude of 2000 meters above sea level, is not only considered sacred by Balinese Hindus, but the Sasak tribe also undertakes an annual trip to climb through steep slopes to do Mount Sembek or Foster Mount with the aim that Mount Rinjani does not endanger the surrounding community.

In the Segara Anak caldera, there is an active volcano, namely Gunung Baru Jari. This mountain is believed to be the breath of Mount Rinjani. In the area around Gunung Baru Jari, there are also many hot springs that local people believe can cure various kinds of diseases, so sometimes they are desperate to approach the core zone, even though it is forbidden.

Location	Gunung Rinjani National Park Lombok, Indonesia
Parent range	Lesser Sunda Islands
Geology :
Age of rock	Late Mesozoic
Mountain type	Somma
Volcanic arc	Sunda Arc
Last eruption	14:45, 27 September 2016 (WITA)
Climbing :
Skilled route	Timbanuh
Normal route	Sembalun and Senaru
Access	Restricted

Current Weather Forecast on Mount Rinjani Lombok details information 

Route Options to the Summit

Impressive mountain climbing is an unforgettable experience. The starting point for climbing to the top of Mount Rinjani can be Sembalun or Senaru and Torean from northern Lombok.

The Sembalun route is the easiest way to the top of Rinjani. In addition to the distance from the climbing entrance to the nearest peak, the Sembalun route also offers the best and safest access.

However, if you want to climb Lake Segara Anak first, then you can climb via the Torean route in the north. Apart from Torean, if you want to go to the new lake at the top, then choose the Senaru route, and this route is cooler than Sembalun, but you need at least 3 days of travel to reach the top.

The best time to climb

The best time to climb Rinjani is from April to November. To avoid dust, it’s best to hike in April and May, but it still has the potential to rain.

From June to October, the Sembalun hiking trail is quite dusty and has a low chance of rain, whereas in November and December, it begins to rain, but climbing remains safe.

Hiking trails are generally closed during the rainy season from January to the end of March. In recent years, the early months of the ‘dry season’ have become more prone to rain, and you should be prepared for heavy rain and low visibility with slippery tracks and heavy fog, especially in the afternoon.

Cost

The cost of climbing Rinjani is relatively high, ranging from 2.5 to 4.5 million rupiah per person. We prioritize excellent and maximum service, so it requires quite a large fee.

This amount is to ensure a sense of security and satisfaction for every tourist who uses our company’s services. Each company must have different prices, and the service and equipment obtained must also be different. In other words, our prices will always be honest.

By setting prices above the average of other tour operators, we guarantee you will get the best service.

Accommodation

Typically, you can spend at least 2 days and up to 5 days climbing Rinjani in Lombok. Before climbing, of course, you need accommodation in the form of a homestay, bungalow, or hotel. When you take the package, we will provide lodging for one night before climbing, or you can order it yourself.

List of Items to Bring

It is recommended to bring a certain number of items during the Rinjani trip program; all items will be packed in a small backpack weighing no more than 10 kg.

1. Quick-drying synthetics: a shirt (can be short or long) as a base layer, a good-quality fleece or wool jacket in the middle, and a thick windproof jacket as an outer layer. For additional cold protection, consider wearing waterproof and windproof outdoor pants, a pair of woolen gloves, headgear, and a scarf.

2. Mountain Shoes: The preferred shoe is a medium-cut shoe for better ankle grip and to prevent soil from getting into the shoe.

3. Trekking poles are highly recommended for climbing the summit, as the terrain leading to it is very steep and consists of very fine and loose volcanic soil, which can cause one to slip easily.

4. Headlamp: This is important because you need it when climbing to the top of Mount Rinjani.

5. Medicines: If you have a history of allergic diseases, we recommend bringing your own medicine.

6. Others: water bottle, flashlight, toiletries, sunblock or lotion, hat, glasses, muscle spray or balm, insect repellent, camera, cell phone, and power bank.

The equipment list above assumes you are going with a guide, and the porter brings all camping equipment (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, and toilet tent), cooking equipment, water, and food.

Guides and porters

Speaking of guides and porters, we can confidently say that the porters on Mount Rinjani are the best in Indonesia! They don’t only carry things; they also cook and prepare everything you need during the climb.

Native Sembalun residents serve as guides and porters, most of whom hold licenses and have experience guiding guests to climb Mount Rinjani.

As a tour and travel agent, we have our guides and porters who certainly have excellent skills and experience in guiding guests to climb Rinjani.

Guides and porters will do the best possible service they can for guest satisfaction and in the hope of getting some positive tips and reviews for our company from guests.