Mount Rinjani Tour 4D3N Trekking package is the same program as 3 days 2 nights package,however the second day is broken up with an extra night.  So after trekking to the summit, you’ll make your way down into the crater and spend an extra night camping by the lake and hot springs. start from Sembalun village and hike through open grassland to Sembalun Crater rim (Camp)  Here we can see amazing views of the sunset and you may even see the Milky Way on a clear evening.  At 3:00AM, after a light breakfast with hot drinks, we commence the challenging three hour trek to the summit.

Mount rinjani 4 days 3 nights itinerary

Your trek begins with a complimentary pick-up from your accommodation or arrival point in Lombok. We offer convenient pick-up from the following locations:

• Lombok Airport (LOP)

• Lombok Port & Labuan Lombok Port

• Bangsal Port

• Kuta Lombok

• Senggigi

• Mataram

• Tetebatu

• Tanjung / Bangsal Area

Our driver will safely transfer you to Senaru Village for an overnight stay before your adventure begins the next morning.

Day 1 Sembalun Crater Rim
Begin your day with an early breakfast. our driver will then transfer you to the village of Sembalun (1,100 m) for registration at the official Rinjani Information Center.

The trek commences from Sembalun. The first section is a gentle, scenic ascent through open meadows. You will reach the first post (1,300 m), followed by a walk to the second post (1,500 m). Continuing on, you will arrive at the third post (1,800 m), where you will stop for a well-earned lunch and rest.

In the afternoon, you will begin the final and more challenging ascent to the Sembalun crater rim (2,639 m). This segment involves a prolonged, steep climb. Upon reaching the rim, you will set up camp for the night. This spectacular vantage point offers stunning panoramic views, including unforgettable sunrise and sunset vistas over the mountain landscape.

Approximate Timeline

• 07:00 AM – Leave Senaru for Sembalun village.

• 07:45 AM – Register and get a medical check.

• 08:30 AM – Start trekking from the gate.

• 12:15 PM – Snack break at Pos 2.

• 01:15 PM – Longer lunch break at Pos 3.

• 02:15 PM – Begin the tough, three-hour climb to the crater rim.

• 05:30 PM – Arrive at the Sembalun Crater Rim campsite. Camp is set up and dinner is prepared.

• 06:30 PM – Enjoy dinner with a sunset above the clouds, followed by amazing stargazing. Rest early for tomorrow.

Day 2: Sembalun Crater Rim to Summit, then to Segara Anak Lake

We awaken in the dark to hot drinks and a light breakfast before beginning our ascent to Mount Rinjani summit. The early climb is moderate, leading into a longer, more gradual walk. The final section is a steep climb over loose volcanic scree.

We reach the summit in time to celebrate with a spectacular sunrise, enjoying panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, and the Segara Anak Lake below.

After taking in the views, we descend back to the Sembalun crater rim for breakfast. The journey then continues down a steep and slippery trail to the stunning Segara Anak Lake and its natural hot springs. Upon reaching the lakeside, we make camp for the night. Here, you can enjoy the serene lake views, take a swim, or relax in the hot springs, which are known for their soothing, natural healing powers.

Approximate Timeline

• 2:00 AM: Wake up, warm drink, gear check.

• 2:30 AM: Start summit ascent.

• 5:30 AM: Reach summit for sunrise.

• 7:00 AM: Descend to crater campsite.

• 9:00 AM: Breakfast at camp.

• 10:00 AM: Descend to Segara Anak Lake.

• 1:00 PM: Arrive at lake. Relax, visit hot springs.

• 2:00 PM: Lunch and free time.

• 3:00 PM: Set up campsite by lake.

Day 3: From Segara Anak Lake to Senaru Crater Rim

After lunch at Segara Anak Lake and a visit to the hot springs, the journey continues with an ascent to the Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m). This climb offers a stunning perspective of the caldera below. Upon reaching the rim, you will be rewarded with what is widely considered the second most spectacular view on the mountain, surpassed only by the summit itself.

Here, you can witness an incredible sunset where the silhouette of Mount Agung in Bali graces the western horizon, while plumes of smoke rise from the new volcanic cone beside the lake. We will camp on the rim tonight, immersed in the serene high-altitude landscape.

Approximate Timeline

08:00 AM:  Wake up and enjoy a relaxed morning by Segara Anak Lake. This is your time to explore the shore, take a swim, or revisit the hot springs.

12:00 PM: Lunch is served at the lakeside camp.

01:00 PM: Begin the ascent from the lake toward the Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m).

05:00 PM: Arrive at the Senaru Crater Rim. Set up camp and prepare for the spectacular sunset views over Mount Agung in Bali.

06:30 PM: Dinner at the campsite, followed by time to relax under the vast, starry sky.

Day 4: Senaru Crater Rim (2641m) – Senaru Village (601m)

Our final day on Mount Rinjani is a more relaxed descent.After breakfast accompanied by a beautiful sunrise, we will trek down through lush tropical forest to Senaru village. With some luck, we may spot the rare black monkeys that inhabit the area. We will take rest stops and enjoy lunch along the way. Upon arrival at the village, your car will be awaiting to transfer you to your next destination.

Approximate Timeline

07:30 AM: Enjoy a hearty breakfast at Senaru Crater Rim Campsite while taking in the last views from the ridge.

08:30 AM: Begin your descent to Senaru Village. The trail winds through stunning rainforest, offering shade and a cooler climate. Multiple rest stops are included along the way to rehydrate and rest. Look out for wildlife, including curious monkeys at certain rest points. Please do not feed or approach the monkeys.

1:30 – 3:30 PM: Arrive in Senaru Village (timing depends on group fitness levels and rest stops taken). Proceed directly to the Jou Trekking office.

1:40 – 3:40 PM: At the Jou Trekking office, retrieve your stored luggage and enjoy well-deserved refreshments.

2:15 – 4:15 PM: Following the refreshment stop, depart Senaru for your next destination, whether it’s a hotel, harbor, or another leg of your adventure.