3 days and 2 nights trekking to summit Sembalun -senaru

Three-day, two-night Mount Rinjani Trekking Experience: Departing from Sembalun Village, this expedition leads hikers through scenic terrains including the Crater Rim of Sembelun, Summit, Lake, Hot Spring, Senaru Crater Rim, culminating with an ending at Senaru Village.

Day 1

Upon meeting our local guide at 7:20 am, we proceed to Sembalun village aboard our specially equipped mountain car. Our journey concludes with an arrival at approximately 8:00 am. Registration at Rinjani Information Center (RIC), situated at 1051 meters above sea level, and Post 1 (Monitoring Post), located at 1300 meters, takes approximately 2 hours. Following this, we pause briefly at Post 1, taking a 5-minute break before proceeding to Post 2 (Tengengean), situated at 1500 meters, for approximately 1 hour. At Post 2, we again pause for a 5-minute break before continuing to Post 3 (Pada Balong), situated at 1800 meters, where we rest for approximately 2 hours. During this period, the group enjoys lunch prepared by our guides and porters, followed by a cup of hot beverage such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or lemon tea. After lunch, we embark on the ascent to Sembalun Crater Rim (Pelawangan Sembalun), covering a distance of 3 hours, including a strenuous uphill climb. Upon reaching the summit, we are greeted by breathtaking panoramic views of Lombok Island, Bali, Sumbawa, and Segara Anak Lake.

Day 2

Rising early at 02:30 am, we commence our day with a light breakfast. Departing from Sembalun Crater Rim at 03:00 am, we set out towards Rinjani Summit (3726 meters) amidst the challenging terrain. This segment involves a moderate climb lasting approximately 3 hours and 20 minutes. The initial stretch is characterized by a relatively gentle incline, followed by a more demanding yet leisurely trek through the forest. As we ascend, we encounter numerous loose stones, necessitating constant vigilance to avoid slipping. Once at the summit, we witness the entire Lombok island panorama, along with the volcanic activity visible in Bali and the smoke rising from the crater of the new volcano near the lake. Post sunrise, we descend back to the Sembalun Crater Rim and savor a hearty breakfast. Refreshed, we traverse the path to the lake and hot springs, experiencing the serene environment and therapeutic benefits of the water. Afterward, we return to the lake area for lunch, accompanied by a meal served at the lakeside.

Day 3

Energized by the morning sun, we begin our descent to Senaru Village, covering a distance of approximately 4-5 hours. Along the way, we stop periodically for breaks and lunch, typically arranged midway between Posts 1 or Extra. Arriving at Senaru Rinjani Trekking Centre around 12:30 pm, we conclude our trek successfully.