This route offers the most spectacular and comprehensive way to experience Mount Rinjani. It allows you to conquer the summit, relax by the crater lake and hot springs, and descend through the dramatic, “Jurassic Park”-style cliffs of the Torean Valley at a comfortable pace.

Trek Profile & Quick Facts

  • Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights (plus Day 0 arrival)

  • Start / Finish: Start at Sembalun Village (1,156 m) / Finish at Torean Village (601 m)

  • Highest Point: Mount Rinjani Summit (3,726 m)

  • Total Distance: Approximately 30-32 km

  • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging. The extra day allows for better acclimatization and muscle recovery compared to shorter trips.

  • Highlights: Open savanna trekking, summit sunrise, lakeside camping, natural hot springs, and the majestic Penimbungan Waterfall.

See the Elevation Flow

This interactive chart visualizes the dramatic elevation changes across the four days, from the initial savanna climb to the steep summit push, down into the crater lake, and out through the rugged Torean valley.

Mount Rinjani Elevation Profile

Trekking Map

Map

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 0: Arrival and Trek Preparation

The day before your trek is dedicated to logistics, resting, and ensuring your high-performance gear is dialed in for the climb.

  • Pickup & Transfer: The Em Adventure team will pick you up from any major arrival point in Lombok (Lombok International Airport, Bangsal Harbor, Senggigi, or Kuta) in a private air-conditioned vehicle.

  • Journey to the Mountain: You will be transferred to your included pre-trek accommodation in Sembalun village (situated at the foothills of Rinjani).

  • Check-in & Briefing: After checking into your room, you will meet your lead guide. This is a critical time for a gear check. Because you are doing a fast-track 2-day ascent, the guide will verify your trail running shoes, check your ultra-light daypack, and ensure your headlamp and carbon trekking poles are ready.

  • Rest: Enjoy dinner at the hotel or a local warung, and get to sleep early. You will need to be well-rested for the 7:00 AM start the next morning.

Rinjani Trek Gallery

Foods & Drinks Gallery

Sembalun Village to Sembalun Crater Rim

Day 1

Distance: ~9 km | Time: 6–7 hours | Elevation Gain: +1,483 m

  • 08:00 AM: Register at the Rinjani National Park Center in Sembalun (1,156 m) and begin the trek.

  • The trail starts gently through the beautiful open grasslands of the Sembalun Savanna.

  • After passing Pos 1 (1,300 m) and Pos 2 (1,500 m), you’ll stop at Pos 3 (1,800 m) for a freshly cooked lunch.

  • Afternoon: Face the challenging “Seven Hills” ascent leading up to the Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639 m).

  • 04:00 PM: Arrive at the camp. Enjoy spectacular sunset views over Segara Anak Lake and Mount Baru Jari. Rest early for the summit push.

 
 

The Summit Push & Descent to Segara Anak Lake

Day 2

Distance: ~8 km | Time: 8–9 hours | Elevation Peak: 3,726 m | Camp: 2,000 m

  • 02:00 AM: Wake up for a light breakfast and hot tea before beginning the steep, demanding climb in the dark.

  • 06:00 AM: Reach the summit (3,726 m) just in time for a breathtaking sunrise with panoramic views of Bali, Sumbawa, and the crater below.

  • Descend back to the Crater Rim camp for a full breakfast.

  • Late Morning: Begin the 3-hour rocky descent to Segara Anak Lake (2,000 m).

  • Afternoon: Camp is set up by the lake. Spend the afternoon relaxing, swimming in the lake, and soaking your tired muscles in the natural therapeutic hot springs just 10 minutes from camp.

 
 

Lake Segara Anak to Torean Jungle Camp

Day 3

Distance: ~8 km | Time: 5–6 hours | Elevation Loss: -400 m

  • Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast by the lake. You have extra time to explore the lake’s edge or take another dip in the hot springs.

  • Mid-day: Leave the lake and enter the Torean Valley trail—a lush, hidden world often compared to Jurassic Park.

  • The trail hugs dramatic green cliffs and deep ravines, passing breathtaking sights like the towering Penimbungan Waterfall.

  • Afternoon: Arrive at the Torean Jungle Camp (approx. 1,600 m). Enjoy your final night under the canopy of the tropical rainforest.

 

Jungle Camp to Torean Village

Day 4

Distance: ~8 km | Time: 4–5 hours | Finish Elevation: 601 m

  • Morning: Wake up to the sounds of the jungle. After breakfast, begin your final descent.

  • The trail is a straightforward hike down through thick tropical rainforest, where you might spot black ebony leaf monkeys.

  • Early Afternoon: Arrive at Torean Village. Enjoy a final lunch before the Em Adventure driver transfers you to your next destination in Lombok (airport, Senggigi, or the Gilis).

Deluxe Tour Package Prices/person:

  • 2-3 Person: 5.550.000 IDR
  • 4 + person: 5.250.000 IDR

The Package Price Inclusions:

  • Professional Crew: Licensed and experienced mountain guide and local porters.

  • Pre-Trek Accommodation: One night of accommodation in Sembalun village (1,100 masl) prior to the trek.

  • Full Camping Equipment: Tents, camping chairs and tables, sleeping bags, sponge mattresses, pillows, cooking gear, and a private toilet tent.

  • Meals & Beverages: Three meals daily, plus fresh fruit (apples, oranges, salak, papaya, watermelon, and pineapples), soft drinks, isotonic water, and mineral water.

  • Permits & Fees: Mount Rinjani National Park entrance ticket and mandatory medical check-up.

  • Transportation: Round-trip transfers (pick-up and drop-off) anywhere within Lombok Island.

Trek Package Price Exclusions:

  • Pre-Trek Meals: Food and drinks (lunch and dinner) on your arrival day before the trek begins.

  • Gratuities: Tips for your guide and porter team (this is strictly optional but highly appreciated).

Items to Pack:

Trekking Mount Rinjani is an incredible adventure, but the terrain is rugged, and the temperature fluctuates wildly from hot and humid at the bottom to below freezing at the summit. Because porters usually carry your tent, sleeping bag, and food, you only need to pack a daypack with your personal essentials.

Here is a short, essential packing list to keep you comfortable and safe:

  • Headlamp

  • Toiletries and personal medications

  • Sunblock or lotion, hat or cap, and sunglasses

  • Muscle spray or balm

  • Towel

  • Trekking pants and shorts

  • Windproof jacket and a warm jacket (or warm clothing)

  • Trekking poles (optional)

  • Sandals (optional)

  • Swimwear

  • Gloves

  • Buff or neck gaiter

Ready for the summit and lake? Contact us today to book your 4-day, 3-night Mount Rinjani trek start Sembalun finish Torean.