Short, Challenging & Rewarding Summit Experience via Sembalun
Experience the thrill of reaching the 3,726-meter summit of Mount Rinjani on this 2-day, 1-night adventure, perfect for those with limited time but big trekking ambitions. Starting from the picturesque Sembalun Village (1,156 MASL), this route offers a fast-paced but highly rewarding journey through sweeping grasslands, rugged ridgelines, and one of the most iconic volcanic summits in Indonesia.
Sleep under the stars at the Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639 MASL), and rise before dawn to conquer the summit and witness an unforgettable sunrise over Lombok, Bali, and the Gili Islands.
Itinerary
Day 1: Senaru – Sembalun – Start Point – POS 1 – POS 2 – POS 3 – Sembalun Rim (2,639 MASL)
Early Morning: Depart Senaru by 4WD to Sembalun Village (1,156 MASL).
07:30 AM: Arrive at Rinjani Trek Center for registration & briefing.
08:30 AM: Begin the trek through scenic grasslands.
10:30 AM: Short break at POS 1 (Pemantauan).
12:00 PM: Continue to POS 2 (Tengengean) for rest.
01:30 PM: Reach POS 3 (Pada Balong) for lunch and a longer break.
03:00 PM: Begin steep ascent to the Sembalun Crater Rim.
05:30 PM: Arrive at Sembalun Crater Rim, set up camp.
06:30 PM: Enjoy sunset views over Segara Anak Lake, Mount Rinjani, and Northern Lombok.
07:00 PM: Dinner at the camp and rest for summit day.
Day 2: Sembalun Rim – Summit (3,726 MASL) – Return to Campsite – Sembalun – Senaru
02:30 AM: Wake up and light breakfast.
03:00 AM: Begin summit push — 3 hours of steep, challenging terrain.
06:00 AM: Arrive at the Mount Rinjani Summit, witness sunrise & panoramic views.
07:30 AM: Descend to crater rim campsite for breakfast & short rest.
09:30 AM: Begin descent through POS 3 and POS 2.
12:30 PM: Lunch break during descent.
02:00 PM: Arrive back at Sembalun Village, where transportation awaits.
Transfer back to Senaru or your next destination.
Pickup & Drop-off Info
Available From: Lombok International Airport, Kuta Mandalika, Bangsal Harbor
Pickup Time: Between 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM