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Reach new heights on Mount RinjaniSenaru, Indonesia

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The hike to Mount Rinjani requires climbing to 2000-metres over a distance of nine-kilometres (six-miles), and it kicks off early, around 7am. The route follows a variety of terrain – solid dirt path, solid rock, gravel and grass. It's important to have a moderate level of fitness, because the trek does get quite tough. Think steep gravel, dirt paths, uneven trails and rocky terrain. Remember to bring strong, sturdy walking shoes and clothes for cold temperatures.

However, the hike isn't all bad, and there will be a ton of opportunities to stop along the way, rest your weary feet, take some magnificent photos, and potentially spot long-tail monkeys and exotic butterflies. The campsite where you will spend the night is located just below the crater rim (2,600-metres). While the views are incredible, the best part of this experience is waking up in the morning and taking a moment to enjoy the stillness as you watch the sun rise across Bali, the Gili Islands and Mt Agung. Then it's time to descend the nine-kilometres back down the mountain.

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Look out for long-tail monkeys and exotic butterflies as you hike along these lovely trails
Make sure you get up early the next morning to catch the blazing sunrise
Enjoy (hopefully clear) views across Bali, the Gili Islands and Mt Agung

There is next to no trail maintenance, so the route is sandy, slippery, and very steep
There are no shower facilities at the campsite (where you will camp overnight), so it’s a good idea to pack some wet wipes
Be prepared, the toilet is a tent over a pit – no fancy lavatories here!

get there

There are two main points of entry to Rinjani National Park – you can either ascend from the village of Sembalun or from Senaru. On three and four-day hikes, you depart from one village and descend to the other.

While it is technically possible to trek Mount Rinjani without a tour or a guide, it is very much discouraged by both the government and the local community.

amenities

Camping facilities are limited
There are no showers
The toilet is a simple tent over a pit
All camping equipment is provided, including sleeping bags, sleeping mats and tents
There will be a local guide to join your group for the trek, as well as porters to carry the camping equipment

price guide

From US$1,453.

difficulty

The full hike is a distance of 18-kilometres return, with some dusty, rocky and extremely steep sections.

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Tags: camping, Hike, indonesia, Mount Rinjani, Mount Rinjani National Park, Sembalun, Senaru, southeast asia, volcano

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get there

While it is technically possible to trek Mount Rinjani without a tour or a guide, it is very much discouraged by both the government and the local community.

love

Look out for long-tail monkeys and exotic butterflies as you hike along these lovely trails
Make sure you get up early the next morning to catch the blazing sunrise
Enjoy (hopefully clear) views across Bali, the Gili Islands and Mt Agung

not sure?

There is next to no trail maintenance, so the route is sandy, slippery, and very steep
There are no shower facilities at the campsite (where you will camp overnight), so it’s a good idea to pack some wet wipes
Be prepared, the toilet is a tent over a pit – no fancy lavatories here!