Sembalun – Sembalun Crater Rim – Rinjani Summit – Segara Anak Lake & Hot Springs – Senaru Crater Rim – Senaru
Tour Description
Experience the ultimate Mount Rinjani adventure with Rinjani Travellers through our 3 Days & 2 Nights “See It All” trekking package. This is our full trekking route, designed for adventurous travelers who want to experience the summit, crater rims, Segara Anak Lake, natural hot springs, savanna, and tropical rainforest in one unforgettable journey.
The trek starts from Sembalun Village and takes you across the wide savanna landscape toward Sembalun Crater Rim at 2,639 meters. From the crater rim, you can enjoy spectacular views of Mount Rinjani, Sembalun Village, Segara Anak Lake, and the surrounding landscapes. After camping overnight, you will wake early for the challenging summit trek and experience sunrise from the top of Mount Rinjani at 3,726 meters above sea level.
After reaching the summit, the journey continues down toward Segara Anak Lake, where you can rest, enjoy lunch, and relax in the natural hot springs. The trek then continues upward toward Senaru Crater Rim, offering incredible views across the lake and toward Mount Agung in Bali. On the final day, you will descend through the beautiful tropical rainforest to Senaru Village.
This package is recommended for travelers with a good level of fitness, experienced hikers, and anyone who wants to experience the highlights of Mount Rinjani in a relatively short trekking adventure. With experienced guides and porters, Rinjani Travellers will help make your journey safe, comfortable, and memorable.
Arrival in Lombok & Pre-Trek Preparation
Upon your arrival in Lombok, Rinjani Travellers can arrange a transfer from Lombok International Airport or other arrival points such as Lembar Harbour, Bangsal Harbour, Teluk Kodek, Mataram, Senggigi, Kuta Lombok, or the Gili Islands.
You will be transferred to your accommodation in Senaru, where you can meet your trekking guide and porter team. Before the trek begins, our team will provide a trekking briefing, explain the route and procedures, and help you prepare your equipment.
If you arrive in Senaru with enough time before sunset, you may also have the opportunity to visit Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep Waterfalls as an optional activity.
Day 1: Senaru – Sembalun Village – Sembalun Crater Rim
Altitude: Sembalun 1,150m – Sembalun Crater Rim 2,639m
The day begins early with breakfast before Rinjani Travellers transfers you from Senaru to Sembalun by vehicle. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Upon arrival in Sembalun, we complete the registration process at the Rinjani Information Center (RIC) before beginning the trek.
The first section takes you toward Pos 1 (Pemantauan) at approximately 1,300m, with around two hours of walking. After a short rest, we continue toward Pos 2 (Tengengean) at approximately 1,500m, followed by another short break.
The trek then continues toward Pos 3 (Pada Balong) at approximately 1,800m. Here, you will have a longer rest while our guide and porters prepare lunch and a hot drink such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate, or lemon tea.
After lunch and sufficient rest, we continue toward Sembalun Crater Rim (Pelawangan Sembalun) at 2,639m. This section takes approximately three hours and includes a prolonged steep climb.
Upon reaching the crater rim, our team will set up the campsite. From here, you can enjoy spectacular views of Segara Anak Lake, Sembalun Village, Mount Rinjani, and the surrounding northern Lombok landscape.
Enjoy the sunset and prepare for an early night because the summit trek begins in the early hours of the following morning.
Day 2: Sembalun Crater Rim – Rinjani Summit – Segara Anak Lake – Senaru Crater Rim
Altitude: 2,639m – 3,726m – 2,008m – 2,641m
The most challenging and rewarding day begins around 2:30 AM with a light breakfast. At approximately 3:00 AM, we start the climb toward the summit of Mount Rinjani at 3,726 meters.
The summit trek generally takes around 3–5 hours depending on fitness and weather conditions. The first section is a moderate climb, followed by a longer section across the volcanic terrain. The final section is steep and challenging, with loose volcanic stones that can make every step demanding.
After reaching the summit, you will be rewarded with panoramic views across Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, and Segara Anak Lake. Sunrise from the summit is one of the highlights of the Rinjani trekking experience.
After enjoying the summit, we descend back to Sembalun Crater Rim for a hot breakfast and a short rest. The journey then continues down the steep and sometimes slippery trail toward Segara Anak Lake at approximately 2,008m.
After arriving at the lake, lunch will be prepared by our trekking team. You can then relax around the lake and enjoy the natural hot springs, located a short walk from the lake. The warm water provides a perfect opportunity to rest your legs after the demanding summit trek.
After sufficient rest, we continue our journey toward Senaru Crater Rim at approximately 2,641m. The climb takes around three hours and includes steep and rocky sections, so careful walking is important.
Once we reach Senaru Crater Rim, we set up camp and enjoy the spectacular scenery. From the crater rim, you can admire Segara Anak Lake, Mount Rinjani, and views toward Mount Agung in Bali. Enjoy dinner and the peaceful mountain atmosphere before resting for the final day.
Day 3: Senaru Crater Rim – Senaru Village
Altitude: 2,641m – 601m
After breakfast, take some time to enjoy the sunrise and the beautiful views surrounding the Senaru Crater Rim. This is a great opportunity to take photographs of Segara Anak Lake and the surrounding mountains before beginning the final descent.
The trail from Senaru Crater Rim to Senaru Village passes through a beautiful tropical rainforest. The descent takes approximately 4–5 hours, including rest breaks and lunch along the route.
The rainforest provides a completely different landscape compared with the open savanna and volcanic terrain experienced earlier in the trek. Keep an eye out for the lush vegetation and natural surroundings as you make your way down the mountain.
We expect to arrive at the Senaru Rinjani Trekking Centre around 12:30–1:00 PM, depending on trekking conditions and the pace of the group.
After completing the trek, our private vehicle will be ready to take you to your next destination, such as Bangsal, Senggigi, Mataram, or Lombok International Airport.
Your Mount Rinjani “See It All” adventure with Rinjani Travellers ends here.
What’s Included
- Pick-up before the trek and transfer after the trek
- 1 night accommodation in Senaru before the trek
- Trekking guide and porters
- Cooking and camping equipment
- Food throughout the trek
- Drinking water, approximately 3 liters per person per trekking day
- Tent and toilet tent
- Toilet paper
- Sleeping bag
- Camping mattress and pillow
- Rinjani National Park entrance fee
- Local insurance included with the entrance fee
- Luggage storage during the trek
- Personal headlamp or hand torch
- Personal trekking backpack
- Trekking poles
- Fleece
- Rain jacket
- Long pants
- Gloves
What’s Not Included
- Personal tumbler or reusable water bottle
- Extra porter for personal luggage
- Tips for guides and porters
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
Optional Torean / Jurassic Park Route
For travelers looking for a different experience, Rinjani Travellers can also offer an optional Torean / Jurassic Park downhill route.
This alternative route begins from Sembalun and continues toward Segara Anak Lake, followed by a descent through the dramatic Torean landscape toward Propok campsite and Torean Village. The route offers a different perspective of Mount Rinjani, with rivers, waterfalls, cliffs, forests, and spectacular natural scenery.
The optional route follows a 4 Days & 3 Nights itinerary, including a night at the Propok campsite before continuing to Torean Village on the final day. After completing the trek, our team can arrange transportation back to Senaru or your next destination.
Trekking Highlights
- Mount Rinjani Summit – 3,726m
- Sembalun Savanna
- Sembalun Crater Rim
- Sunrise from Rinjani Summit
- Segara Anak Lake
- Natural Hot Springs
- Senaru Crater Rim
- Tropical Rainforest
- Panoramic views of Lombok, Bali & Sumbawa
- Experienced guides and porters
- Optional Torean / Jurassic Park route