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Mount Rinjani Private Trekking 2D1N : Summit
Experience a private Mount Rinjani summit adventure with your own travel party, an experienced local trekking team, and spectacular sunrise views from 3,726 metres above sea level.
This two-day, one-night trekking adventure takes you from Sembalun Village to the Sembalun Crater Rim, followed by an early-morning summit climb. Enjoy a challenging journey through mountain landscapes, spend a night camping beneath the stars, and witness breathtaking views of Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, and Segara Anak Lake.
Your package also includes one night of hotel accommodation in Senaru before the trek, transport arrangements, trekking meals, camping equipment, and an experienced guide and porter.
Trek Style: Private trekking experience
Duration: 2 days, 1 night trekking, plus 1 pre-trek hotel night
Starting Point: Sembalun Village
Summit Elevation: 3,726 metres
Difficulty: Challenging
Booking: Advance booking required
Important: Although the trekking portion lasts two days and one night, the itinerary starts with arrival and an overnight hotel stay in Senaru on Day 0.
Private Trekking Prices
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 participant | IDR 5,250,000 |
| 2 participants | IDR 3,100,000 |
| 3–5 participants | IDR 2,750,000 |
These prices are based on your own private travel party, not a shared group with other customers.
Trekking Highlights
- Reach the summit of Mount Rinjani at 3,726 metres.
- Enjoy sunrise views over Lombok and neighbouring islands.
- Camp overnight at the Sembalun Crater Rim.
- Trek through the landscapes surrounding Sembalun.
- Enjoy a private trekking arrangement for your own travel party.
- Stay overnight in Senaru before the trek.
- Visit Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls if you arrive at least one hour before sunset on Day 0.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 0 — Arrival in Lombok & Overnight in Senaru
Upon arrival at Lombok International Airport or another agreed port in Lombok, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel in Senaru.
After check-in, enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and a short briefing with the local team. This is an opportunity to review the trekking plan, prepare your equipment, and settle any remaining payment requirements.
If you arrive at least one hour before sunset, you can enjoy a complimentary visit to Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls, subject to local conditions and timing.
Spend the night at your hotel in Senaru and rest before the trek begins the following morning.
Accommodation: Hotel in Senaru
Meals: To be confirmed for Day 0
Day 1 — Senaru – Sembalun – Sembalun Crater Rim
07:00 — Breakfast and departure
After breakfast, your driver will take you on an approximately one-hour drive to Sembalun Village.
08:00 — Registration
Complete the registration process and obtain your Mount Rinjani National Park entry ticket.
Trekking begins
Start your ascent through the Sembalun trekking route.
- Post 1 — Pemantauan (1,300 m): Approximately two hours of trekking from the starting point, followed by a short rest.
- Post 2 — Tengengean (1,500 m): Continue for approximately one hour before taking a break and enjoying lunch.
- Post 3 — Pada Balong (1,800 m): Continue uphill for approximately one hour, followed by a short rest.
- Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639 m): Complete the final approximately three-hour ascent to the campsite.
Upon arrival, your trekking team will prepare the campsite, including your tent and sleeping arrangements.
Enjoy a hot drink and dinner before resting for the night. Your guide will brief you on the summit climb and wake you early the following morning.
Accommodation: Camping at the Sembalun Crater Rim
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 2 — Summit Sunrise – Return to Sembalun Village
02:00 — Wake-up call
Wake up and enjoy a hot drink and a light breakfast before beginning the summit ascent.
03:00 — Summit trek
Begin the climb toward the summit of Mount Rinjani at 3,726 metres.
The ascent takes approximately three hours and twenty minutes, depending on your pace, weather conditions, and trail conditions. The final section is particularly demanding, with steep slopes and loose volcanic gravel.
Sunrise at the summit
Reach the summit and take in panoramic views of Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, and Segara Anak Lake, weather permitting.
After spending time at the summit, descend to the Sembalun Crater Rim campsite, where your trekking team will prepare a second breakfast.
Return to Sembalun
After breakfast and a rest, begin the descent to Sembalun Village. Lunch will be provided along the route, usually around Post 2 or Post 3.
The descent generally takes approximately five hours. Arrival in Sembalun is expected around 15:00–15:30, depending on trail and weather conditions.
Your driver will meet you for the agreed transfer to your next destination, marking the end of the trekking service.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
All trekking times are estimates and may change due to weather, trail conditions, the pace of the group, or instructions from park authorities and your guide.
What’s Included
The package includes:
- Pickup and drop-off transfers as agreed in the itinerary.
- One night of hotel accommodation in Senaru before the trek.
- A visit to Sendang Gile and Tiu Kelep waterfalls on Day 0, subject to arrival time and local conditions.
- Mount Rinjani National Park entrance fee.
- Tent, toilet tent, sleeping bag, and mattress.
- Services of an experienced trekking guide and porter.
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner during the trekking portion, as specified in the itinerary.
- Camping arrangements at the Sembalun Crater Rim.
The trekking team includes local porters with extensive experience in the Rinjani area.
What’s Not Included
I recommend listing the following exclusions, subject to confirmation with your operator:
- Flights to and from Lombok.
- Meals and drinks not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal trekking equipment, such as hiking shoes, jackets, headlamps, and towels.
- Personal expenses and optional purchases.
- Travel insurance and personal medical expenses.
- Tips for the guide, porter, and driver.
- Additional accommodation or transport outside the agreed itinerary.
- Any services not expressly listed under What’s Included.
Before publishing, we should confirm these exclusions with the operator, especially whether drinking water, trekking equipment rental, and meals on Day 0 are included.
Difficulty & Fitness Requirements
Mount Rinjani Private Summit Trek 2D1N is a challenging mountain trek suitable for travellers with good physical fitness and the ability to walk for several hours over steep and uneven terrain.
The itinerary includes a substantial uphill hike on Day 1, followed by an early-morning summit ascent and a long descent on Day 2.
Participants should be prepared for:
- Steep uphill and downhill sections.
- Loose volcanic gravel near the summit.
- Cold temperatures and strong winds at higher elevations.
- An early start, with the summit hike beginning at approximately 03:00.
- Several hours of continuous walking on both trekking days.
This trek may not be suitable for travellers with limited mobility or those who are not accustomed to strenuous physical activity. Anyone with a medical condition should seek appropriate medical advice before booking.
Summit access and the itinerary remain subject to weather, trail safety, and national park regulations. Reaching the summit cannot be guaranteed.
What to Pack
Please bring your own personal trekking essentials:
- Hiking or trail-running shoes with good grip.
- Headlamp and spare batteries.
- Warm jacket suitable for cold mountain conditions.
- Long trekking trousers.
- Small towel.
- Personal medication.
- Camera or other personal photography equipment, if desired.
Some items, such as headlamps and jackets, may be available for rent locally, subject to availability.
Optional: The original operator’s packing list also mentions shorts for a nature sauna and plantation seeds for environmental efforts. I suggest confirming these with the operator before including them in the final customer-facing list.
FAQ
Is this a private trekking package?
Yes. This package is intended for your own travel party. It is not advertised as a shared group trek.
Can I book as a solo traveller?
Yes. The listed solo-traveller price is IDR 5,250,000 per person.
Where does the trek start and finish?
The trekking route starts in Sembalun Village and returns to Sembalun Village after the summit climb.
Is accommodation included?
Yes. The package includes one hotel night in Senaru before the trek and camping accommodation during the trek.
Will I definitely reach the summit?
The itinerary is designed for a summit attempt, but reaching the summit depends on weather, trail conditions, fitness, and safety decisions made by the guide or park authorities.
How do I book?
Contact Island Compass Travel through WhatsApp to confirm your preferred date, group size, availability, and final price.