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Visiting Mount Rinjani trek
At 3,726 metres, Rinjani is the second-highest volcano in Indonesia, with a vast caldera holding the turquoise Segara Anak lake and the young active cone of Gunung Barujari.
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Quick answer
Mount Rinjani trek is a nature spot in Senaru, Lombok. Allow 2–4 days; it is expensive. The national park usually closes the trails in the wettest months and limits daily climbers; book with a licensed operator well ahead for July and August.
Key facts
- Type
- Nature
- Area
- Senaru
- Time needed
- 2–4 days
- Cost
- Expensive
- Book ahead
- Recommended
- Good for
- active, nature, views and outdoors
- Best months
- July–September
About Mount Rinjani trek
At 3,726 metres, Rinjani is the second-highest volcano in Indonesia, with a vast caldera holding the turquoise Segara Anak lake and the young active cone of Gunung Barujari. Treks with licensed guides and porters run from Sembalun or Senaru, from two days to the crater rim to three or four days including the summit and the lake's hot springs.
Tip: Choose the Sembalun route for the crater rim and summit, carry warm clothes for near-freezing nights, and book only through operators licensed by the national park.
Plan your visit
- Time needed: 2–4 days.
- Cost: Expensive.
- Book ahead: The national park usually closes the trails in the wettest months and limits daily climbers; book with a licensed operator well ahead for July and August.
- Where: Senaru, a highland village on Rinjani's northern slopes, start of treks and waterfall walks.
Best time to visit Mount Rinjani trek
Mount Rinjani trek is outdoors, so weather matters most. The driest, most comfortable months are:
- August: 30°C (86°F) highs, about 3 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- July: 30°C (86°F) highs, about 4 rainy days, very busy crowds.
- September: 31°C (88°F) highs, about 4 rainy days, busy crowds.
For the view at golden hour: in mid-August the sun sets at about 18:14 local time (calculated for Lombok).
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Fit it into your trip
Our 3-day Lombok itinerary visits Mount Rinjani trek on day 1, together with Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and the Nest and Gili Trawangan.
- No. 2 of the 16 sights in our Lombok things-to-do list.
- Day 1 of the 1-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 2-day plan.
- Day 1 of the 5-day plan.
- One of the picks in outdoors in Lombok.
Near Mount Rinjani trek
Also in Senaru, so you can walk between them:
- Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls — 2–3 hours, low cost
If you like Mount Rinjani trek
- Gili Trawangan — Gili Trawangan, 1–3 days
- Gili Meno and the Nest — Gili Meno, Half a day to 2 days
- Selong Belanak — Selong Belanak, Half a day
- Gerupuk surf breaks — Kuta and Mandalika, Half a day
Staying near Mount Rinjani trek
Stay in Senaru ($) to walk here: a highland village on Rinjani's northern slopes, start of treks and waterfall walks. All areas to stay in Lombok.
Questions travellers ask
+How long do you need at Mount Rinjani trek?
Plan 2–4 days. With Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls nearby, it fits a half-day in Senaru.
+Is Mount Rinjani trek free?
No, it is expensive. Booking ahead is advised.
+When is the best time to visit Mount Rinjani trek?
July–September for the most comfortable weather. Choose the Sembalun route for the crater rim and summit, carry warm clothes for near-freezing nights, and book only through operators licensed by the national park.
+Do I need to book Mount Rinjani trek in advance?
The national park usually closes the trails in the wettest months and limits daily climbers; book with a licensed operator well ahead for July and August.