Sembalun | Torean | Bayan

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With 12+ years of experience, my team and I make sure your trip up Rinjani is comfortable and hassle-free.

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Trekker on the summit ridge of Mount Rinjani at sunrise, Segara Anak lake and the crater rim below the clouds
3,726 mSummit elevation
2–4 daysTrek options
1–20People per group
$200From, per person
Local guides & porters National park permits included Trekking insurance covered Private or open trip

The route

Up the ash. Down to the lake. Out through the jungle.

One traverse, six stops, and about 3,000 metres of climbing and dropping. Here's exactly what your legs are signing up for.

0 m 1000 2000 3000 4000 Sembalun 1,156 m · START Pelawangan 2,639 m · CAMP Summit Rinjani 3,726 m · SUNRISE Segara Anak 2,008 m · LAKE Propok ~1,400 m · SPRINGS Torean 700 m · FINISH

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STOP 011,156 m

Sembalun

The savannah trailhead. You sleep here the night before in a village homestay, meet your crew, and get your pack checked.

STOP 022,639 m

Pelawangan

Camp on the crater rim. Tents, mattresses and dinner are already waiting when you arrive. Sunset over the caldera, then an early night.

STOP 033,726 m

Summit

A 2 a.m. start on loose volcanic scree. Three hours up in the dark for the reason everybody comes: sunrise over Lombok, Bali and Sumbawa.

STOP 042,008 m

Segara Anak

Down into the caldera to the turquoise crater lake. Hot springs, fishing, and the best swim of your life at altitude.

STOP 05~1,400 m

Propok

The quiet side. Waterfalls, river crossings and forest on the Torean descent — a completely different mountain from the way up.

STOP 06700 m

Torean

Village finish, cold drink, and a transfer straight back to your hotel in Senggigi, Kuta, Mataram or the Gili harbour.

Prices

Bring friends. The price drops.

All prices are per person and already include guides, porters, permits, food and camping gear. Pick a length, count your group, message Rindu.

All prices in US dollars
2 days · 1 night

The short one

Crater rim and sunrise at the summit, then straight back down to Sembalun. Good if your time is limited.

  • Solo$365PP
  • 2 people$215PP
  • 3–20 people$200PP
Ask about 2D1N
Most booked 3 days · 2 nights

The full traverse

Summit, crater lake and hot springs. Finish at Torean. The full route, for the complete Rinjani experience.

  • Solo$500PP
  • 2 people$280PP
  • 3–20 people$260PP
Ask about 3D2N
4 days · 3 nights

The slow way

Same route, with an extra night at the lake. A slower pace and more time to rest.

  • Solo$535PP
  • 2 people$320PP
  • 3–20 people$300PP
Ask about 4D3N

Private trip = your group only. Open trip = we match you with other trekkers so you pay the group rate. Ask Rindu which open trips have space on your dates.

What's in the price

No surprise costs at the trailhead.

Included

You don't pay again for any of this

  • Experienced local guides and porters
  • Hotel pick-up and all transfers
  • One night's homestay in Sembalun before the trek
  • All meals, snacks and drinking water on the mountain
  • Rinjani National Park entrance permits
  • Tents, sleeping bags and sleeping mats
  • Camp chairs, tables, toilet tent and toilet paper
  • First aid kit carried by your guide
  • Trekking insurance for every trekker

Bring your own

Pack this before you fly

  • Daypack (20–30 L) for your own water and layers
  • Head torch — essential for the summit push
  • Trekking shoes with grip, and trekking poles
  • Warm jacket and long trousers — the rim gets cold
  • Flights to Lombok
  • Personal porter for your own luggage — $25 per day
  • Tips for your guide and porters

No gear? Message Rindu before you arrive. Boots, jackets and poles can usually be rented in Sembalun — tell him your size.

Rindu on the trail on Mount Rinjani, carrying a load and looking at the camera

Your guide

"Hi, I'm Rindu. I was born and raised at the foot of Rinjani. This mountain has been part of my life since I was a child, and I still spend my days taking people up to see how beautiful it is."

Rindu handles every trip himself — answering the WhatsApp messages, picking the crew, and walking the route with you. Small groups, porters paid properly, and everything carried up comes back down again.

Rindu · Owner & lead guide · Sembalun, Lombok

Trekkers

A few stories from people who have trekked Rinjani with Rindu.

There are many more, from guests all over the world.

Alex and friends at the summit
Myself and my two friends had an experience of a lifetime. Rindu is a good man — he helped from the first message through onboarding, tickets, transport and the climb. From start until the port, the accommodation and support were excellent. Thank you, Rindu.
Alex AireyAustralia
Maëlys and Flo at the Torean finish gate
Our experience with Rindu was exceptional from beginning to end. He organised our whole stay in Lombok — transport, accommodation and our 3-day, 2-night Rinjani trek. The trek was challenging but incredible, and he was always attentive and focused on our safety. The highlight was being welcomed into Rindu’s home to share a meal with his family. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide.
Maëlys & FloFrance
We really enjoyed our hike with Lukman. He is really nice and helps you with everything during the hike. He’s professional and knows everything very well. We had a great time and would really recommend him!
Kelly HesselinkNetherlands
Lukman is a very special guide. He is very kind and gives the best motivation to reach the summit. Everything is organised very well!
LunaNetherlands
All the crew, guides and porters are kind and take real responsibility for what they do. Really recommend this trip organiser. Thank you, Rindu.
KiaIndonesia
More trip stories and tagged photos: @lukman_duadua

After the trek

There is more to Lombok than the mountain.

Rinjani is one of the reasons people come to Lombok, but the island has plenty of other stories worth exploring. From quiet beaches to spots most visitors never find, there is a lot still waiting.

Not sure where to go once you are back down? Message Rindu and we will help you pick the best places on Lombok.

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Water buffalo walking along an empty beach in Lombok Sunset over rice fields below a volcanic hill Shafts of daylight falling into a cave The Mandalika racing circuit on the south coast of Lombok

Before you book

The questions everyone sends first.

How fit do I need to be?

Rinjani is hard but not technical — no ropes, no climbing skills. If you can walk 6–8 hours a day with a light daypack, you can do it. The summit push is the crux: three hours on loose scree in the dark. Plenty of people who've never trekked before make it, and plenty of very fit people turn back. Take it slow and listen to your guide.

When is the mountain open?

Rinjani National Park usually opens around April and closes around January for the rainy season, and the park authority can close it at short notice for weather or volcanic activity. June to September is the driest and most reliable window. Message Rindu with your dates and he'll tell you what the mountain is doing.

What's the difference between a private trek and an open trip?

A private trek is your group only — your pace, your schedule. An open trip joins you with other trekkers on a set date so you pay the 3–20 person rate even if you're travelling solo. Same guides, same food, same route.

Where do you pick me up?

Anywhere on Lombok — Senggigi, Kuta, Mataram, the airport, or the Gili harbour at Bangsal. Transfers both ways are in the price. Tell Rindu where you're staying when you book.

How do I pay, and can I cancel?

Rindu confirms the price, dates and deposit with you directly on WhatsApp before anything is paid. Ask him about payment methods and the cancellation policy in the same message — he'll send both in writing.

Can I leave my luggage somewhere?

Yes. Your main bag stays safely at the Sembalun homestay while you trek and is waiting for you at the end. If you'd rather have it carried on the mountain, a personal porter is $25 per day.

Book your trek

Send three things.
Get a plan back.

Your dates, how many people, and which trek. Rindu answers WhatsApp himself — no booking platform, no call centre, no commission in the middle.

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