Rinjani 4 Day 3 Night Summit
Mount Rinjani Summit Trekking 4D3N (Start at Sembalun, End at Senaru)
Trekking to Summit: 3,726m
Duration: 4 Days, 3 Nights
Overview:
The 4-day trek to Mount Rinjani, located at 3,726 meters, offers a fantastic opportunity to experience one of Indonesia’s highest peaks. This trek is ideal for trekkers of various levels, including families, with a reasonable pace and enough time for acclimatization. The journey offers stunning views of Segara Anak Lake and Mount Agung in Balivistas over Lombok, Sumbawa, and beyond.
You’ll also experience unique volcanic landscapes, enjoy hot springs near Segara Anak Lake, and witness unforgettable sunrises and sunsets. The trek begins in Sembalun and ends in Senaru Village.
Trekking Mount Rinjani 4 Day 3 Night Summit Overview:
- Starting Point: Sembalun Village
- Ending Point: Senaru Village
- Summit: 3,726 meters (Rinjani Summit)
- Trekking Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging (summit day is strenuous)
- Average Trekking Time per Day: 6-8 hours (with rest breaks)
Day-by-Day Itinerary:
Day 01: Sembalun (1,100m) → Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639m)
- Distance: 10 km
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Walking Time: 6 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation Gain: +1,539m
Morning:
- 06:00 AM – Wake up and have breakfast at Senaru Basecamp.
- 07:00 AM – Depart to Sembalun Village (1-hour drive).
- Registration at Rinjani Information Center (RIC) at 1,051m.
- Begin the trek at POS 1 (Pos Pemantauan, 1,300m).
Trekking:
- POS 1 → POS 2 (Tengengean, 1,500m): ~1 hour, rest for 10 minutes.
- POS 2 → POS 3 (Pada Balong, 1,800m): ~1 hour, rest for 10 minutes.
- Lunch at POS 3 (2-hour rest).
- POS 3 → Sembalun Crater Rim (Plawangan Sembalun, 2,639m): ~3 hours, arrive at camp.
Evening:
- Arrive at Sembalun Crater Rim, set up camp.
- Enjoy sunset over the surrounding valleys and peaks.
- Dinner at the campsite, followed by rest and sleep under the stars.
Day 02: Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639m) → Rinjani Summit (3,726m) → Segara Anak Lake (2,000m)
- Distance: 18.4 km
- Duration: 10-12 hours
- Walking Time: 8 hours
- Difficulty: Very Challenging (summit day)
- Elevation Gain: +1,087m (summit), -1,726m (descent to Segara Anak)
Early Morning:
- 02:30 AM – Wake up for light breakfast.
- Start the trek to Rinjani Summit (3,726m): ~3 hours 20 minutes of steep ascent through the dark. The goal is to reach the summit for sunrise.
Summit:
- 05:50 AM – Arrive at Rinjani Summit just in time for the sunrise.
- Enjoy the stunning views over Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, and the Segara Anak Lake below.
- Spend some time at the summit, taking in the panoramic views.
Descent:
- 07:00 AM – Begin the descent back to camp at Sembalun Crater Rim for breakfast.
- 09:00 AM – After breakfast, descend to Segara Anak Lake (2,000m): ~3 hours of steep descent.
Afternoon:
- Lunch at the lake with views of the volcanic surroundings.
- Relax and enjoy the hot springs located just 100m from the lake. Take a dip in the natural, warm waters to soothe your muscles.
Evening:
- Camp near Segara Anak Lake, enjoy dinner, and relax by the lake.
- Overnight at the lake campsite.
Day 03: Segara Anak Lake (2,000m) → Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m)
- Distance: 5.9 km
- Duration: 6-7 hours
- Walking Time: 4 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation Gain: +641m
Morning:
- 07:00 AM – Enjoy breakfast at the lake.
- 08:00 AM – Take your time exploring the lake and surroundings or relax in the hot springs.
- Prepare for the climb to Senaru Crater Rim.
Trekking:
- 09:30 AM – Begin the ascent to Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m): ~3 hours.
- Enjoy views of Mount Agung (Bali) and the new volcanic crater as you ascend.
- Rest as needed and take in the lush forest views along the way.
Evening:
- 01:30 PM – Arrive at Senaru Crater Rim, set up camp.
- Enjoy sunset views over Segara Anak Lake and the surrounding mountains.
- Dinner and overnight at Senaru Crater Rim campsite.
Day 04: Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m) → Senaru Village (601m)
- Distance: 9.2 km
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Walking Time: 5 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation Gain/Loss: -2,040m
Morning:
- 06:00 AM – Wake up early to enjoy sunrise at Senaru Crater Rim.
- After breakfast, prepare for the descent to Senaru Village.
Descent:
- 08:00 AM – Start the trek down: Senaru Crater Rim → POS 2 (2-3 hours).
- 10:30 AM – Arrive at POS 2 for a short rest, then continue to POS 1.
Lunch:
- Lunch is provided either at POS 2 or an additional POS EXTRA along the way.
Arrival:
- 12:30 PM – Arrive at Senaru Village (601m).
- Transfer to your next destination (e.g., Bangsal Harbor, Senggigi, or Mataram).
End of Service.
Important Information Rinjani Trekking Summit 4 Days 3 Night Package:
- Temperature:
- Daytime: 28-35˚C (depending on elevation)
- Nighttime at Campsites: 8-15˚C (campsites at Sembalun, Senaru Rim, Segara Anak Lake)
- Summit: 0-5˚C (cold, especially before sunrise)
- Recommended Gear:
- Daytime: Lightweight, breathable clothing (shorts/pants, T-shirt, hat).
- Nighttime: Warm layers (long pants, T-shirt, jacket).
- Summit Gear: Super warm clothes (long pants, T-shirt, sweater, windbreaker jacket, gloves, warm hat, buff).
