3,726 metres of volcanic rock rising from the sea. Three days to climb it. One crater lake waiting at the centre, Segara Anak, turquoise and still. This is not a hike. This is Rinjani.
The trail starts in Sembalun, a quiet village cradled by tobacco fields. Within hours, the forest swallows you. Roots underfoot, mist overhead, the sound of your own breathing. By late afternoon the tree line breaks and the grasslands open. Your first camp sits on the edge of everything.
You wake at 2am. Headlamps cut single lines through darkness. The summit push is steep, relentless, and silent except for loose scree beneath your boots. Then the sun rises. The shadow of Rinjani stretches across Lombok and the sea. You stand at 3,726 metres. Below, the crater lake glows blue-green in the early light.
Down into the caldera. The trail switchbacks through volcanic scree, then flattens at the lake shore. Hot springs steam at the water's edge. You sit in warm sulfur water and look up at the rim you stood on hours ago. The silence is total. Rinjani gives back what it took.
"They emphasized 'step by step', saying we weren't competing and were taking it easy. The climb to the Rinjani summit was quite challenging, but my fellow trekkers and I made it."
Lead guide & founder
Born in Sembalun, at the foot of Rinjani. Zainal has guided over 500 treks to the summit. He knows the mountain the way most people know their own street: every loose rock, every weather sign, every shortcut that saves you an hour when the clouds roll in.
He built this operation from nothing. A local team, honest pricing. When you book, you talk to Zainal. When you climb, Zainal climbs with you.
"Most people are a little nervous before the climb. You do not need to be an athlete. We walk at your pace, and we reach the top together."
"It was a wonderful experience, a bit hard the second day at 2 am to reach the summit but it was so beautiful when the sun came!"
Every package includes private transport, accommodation in Senaru, all meals and drinks, full camping gear, guides, porters, and park fees.
Sembalun → Sembalun
| Private group | p/p |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $400 |
| 2–4 persons | $225 |
| 5–10 persons | $200 |
Senaru → Senaru
| Private group | p/p |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $400 |
| 2–4 persons | $225 |
| 5–10 persons | $200 |
Sembalun → Senaru
| Private group | p/p |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $460 |
| 2–4 persons | $275 |
| 5–10 persons | $230 |
Sembalun → Senaru
| Private group | p/p |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $550 |
| 2–4 persons | $290 |
| 5–10 persons | $265 |
Sembalun → Torean
| Private group | p/p |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $600 |
| 2–4 persons | $350 |
| 5–10 persons | $300 |
Prices are per person, in US dollars. Your bank converts the small online deposit automatically. Join a shared group for the lowest price, or book private with your own guide. All packages are fully customisable. Message us for a tailored itinerary.
"Thank you again to Zainal and Sun! Can't wait to come back and do the hike again!"
Included: Private transport (pick-up anywhere on Lombok and drop-off in Mataram, Senggigi, or Bangsal Harbor), one night accommodation in Senaru village before the trek, all meals during the hike (breakfast, lunch, dinner), snacks, mineral water, hot drinks (tea, coffee, milk, ginger), fresh fruit, soft drinks, full camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, bed mats, pillow, camping chair, toilet tent, cooking gear), experienced guide and porters, Rinjani National Park entrance fee.
Not included: Travel insurance (required, we check your policy before arranging the permits), personal trekking gear (warm jacket, shoes, trekking poles, headlamp), extra porter for personal belongings, personal expenses (alcohol, laundry), tips and gratuities.
Rinjani is a serious climb. Steep trails, loose volcanic scree, and altitude make it challenging. A moderate to high fitness level is recommended. Regular hiking or gym training before you arrive helps, but is not strictly necessary. Determination matters more than fitness.
The dry season runs from April to November. This is when conditions are safest and views are clearest. The wet season (December–March) brings heavier rain, slippery trails, and reduced visibility. Trekking is still possible but significantly more demanding and less predictable.
All guides are trained in first aid. The team carries emergency equipment on every trek. Group sizes are kept small for closer supervision. Share any health concerns before departure. The team adjusts pace and route accordingly.
Yes. Custom routes, adjusted durations, and private treks are all possible. Send a message with your preferences and the team will build a plan that fits.
Yes. Many of our trekkers come solo. You can join a small group or book a private trek. Either way, Zainal or one of his senior guides is with you the entire time. Group sizes are kept small, usually 2 to 8 people.
All prices are in US dollars, the standard for trekking on Lombok. The small online deposit is charged in USD and your bank converts it automatically at its own rate. A $40 deposit is roughly . The rest is paid in cash on Lombok in rupiah, at a fixed amount agreed in USD, so nothing shifts with the exchange rate.
Right here, on the booking page: four short steps, and sending a request is free. Prefer to talk first? Message Zainal directly on WhatsApp. We are not on booking platforms. You always book direct with the guide.
Yes. Hiking boots, jackets, gloves, and other equipment are available to rent at good prices. Useful if you are travelling light or do not own specific mountain gear. Contact us for the full list and pricing.
Dry season (April–November) offers the best conditions; the park closes January to March. Best dates fill fast. Pick yours and we confirm it personally.
Check available dates Prefer to talk first? Chat on WhatsApp"The moment we reached the summit was incredibly joyful."
