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Mount Rinjani Trek

Climb to the Second Highest Volcano Of Indonesia

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TREK DIFFICULTY

Difficult

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TREK DURATION

5 days

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HIGHEST ALTITUDE

12,224 ft

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SUITABLE FOR

12 to 55 years

Climb to the Second Highest Volcano Of Indonesia

Mt. Rinjani is on the island next to Bali. So you get all the stunning beach beauty of Bali without the maddening crowd.  

Towering at 12,224 feet on the island of Lombok, Mount Rinjani is one of the highest volcanoes in Indonesia. Rarely do trekkers get to trek to a volcano and witness a natural wonder as striking as this.

As you climb over the ridges, you get to see an active volcano—the rarest of rare sights. Puffs of smoke spew out of the volcano as you trek past it. This is Mount Barujari, the active component of the volcano, sitting inside the crater of Mount Rinjani but away from the trail.

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Mount Rinjani - Complete Trek Information

Highlights

1. Crater Lake of Segara Anak

Located beside to Mt. Rinjani on Lombok Island is the picturesque Crater Lake of Segara Anak. Treks with lake views are always special. One with a mystical crater lake en route is a rarity. 

"Segara Anak" means "child of the sea” – a fitting name for the blue lake which resembles a mini ocean. The lake’s crescent shape is attributed to the presence of Gunung Barujari, a volcanic cone located at the eastern end of the lake. 

At 6,575 ft, Segara Anak is Indonesia's second-highest caldera lake with an active volcano. The lake spans an impressive 45 square kilometres with a maximum depth of 230 metres (750 ft).  Trekkers will also discover a soothing hot spring and a scattering of waterfalls nearby. 

The sky over the island is spectacular on a cloudless night. We can’t think of a more magical campsite, can you?

Segara Anak has deep spiritual significance for the community in Lombok. People from the nearby villages gather at the lake annually to seek blessings from and give offerings to the mountain spirit. 

Another intriguing sight in this area is Mt. Baru – a new volcano which is reportedly rising from the waters of the lake.

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2. The Summit of Mt. Rinjani

The summit of Mt. Rinjani is among the most exhilarating adventures in Indonesia. The summit looms large from the moment you set foot at the base camp. You start the trek in the early hours of the morning. As you ascend the steep slopes and traverse the ridge, the sphere opens up around you.

The terrain is steep and demanding throughout, with the trail becoming even more challenging as you approach the summit. Each step will push you to your limits. But it also brings you that much closer to the top of Mt. Rinjani. The climb is immensely rewarding and the sense of accomplishment, unparalleled! 

What’s more, the landscape suddenly transforms at the summit. Before you can blink, black, rocky soil gives way to a lush valley with vibrant purples and radiant greens. The colours are so intense, they seem almost unreal. 

You are treated to breathtaking views from this vantage point - a panoramic gaze extending beyond Mt. Rinjani. On clear days, you can spot Mt. Agung on Bali Island, standing tall and majestic in the distance. As you cast your eyes towards the horizon, the vast expanse of the sea surrounds you. Scattered islands float serenely in the waters. It’s almost as if you're one with the ocean - suspended and floating in the waters.

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3. The thrill of getting close to an active volcano

Another highlight for trekkers is the opportunity to witness the active volcano of Gunung Rinjani. The trek takes you near volcanic activity, with puffs of smoke billowing into the sky. To observe the earth’s heart and power from such proximity is an unforgettable experience.

Gunung Rinjani Peak has been active for the last decade, regularly releasing plumes of smoke and ash that spread across the Rinjani caldera. The peak also attracts a constant flow of clouds from the surrounding areas. 

Smoke and ash. Dramatic clouds over a volcano. While all of it sounds like something straight out of a film, the sights are very much real. This is precisely what makes trekking to Mt. Rinjani an adventure worth having.

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