Cakrawala Rinjani is a Trek organisation based in Senaru Village, the 3 Day 2 Night climbing programme is designed for experienced climbers who have strong energy to be able to conquer the 3 Day travel route with full travel starting from Sembalun Village and returning via the Senaru route, the 3 Day trip will give you the best experience and adventure.
Mount Rinjani has a height of 3,726 m, No. 2 highest volcano in Indonesia. Mount Rinjani is the most beautiful mountain with panoramic views from many amazing viewpoints and a very beautiful expanse of savanna
DAY 1 :
Wake up at 6:00 and get breakfast. After that, drive to the village of Sembalun (1100 m) and register at the Rinjani information centre. Start trekking from the village of Sembalun around 8:00 am. Start with a gentle climb through open meadow. After about 2 hours of walking, reach the post 1 (1300m), and another 40 minutes to Pos 2 (1500m). Continue to Pos 3 (1800m) and have lunch here.
After lunch and rest, go to Sembalun crater rim (2639m). It takes 3 hours including a prolonged steep climb. Camp the night on the crater rim. Enjoy the view of the sunset.
Day 2:
Wake up around 2:00 am under the cover of darkness with a hot drink and a light breakfast. Start heading to the summit of Rinjani at 3:00 am. Start with a moderate trek, followed by a fairly easy but longer trek. Final approach that involves climbing up steep volcanic scree looser.
At 6:00 am, reach the summit (3726 m) with a beautiful sunrise, and panoramic view of Lombok island, the island of Bali, the island of Sumbawa, and Segara Anak Lake.
After that, descend into the crater rim Sembalun within 2 hours and have breakfast here. Then continue to descend to Segara Anak Lake for 3 hours. Stop at the side of the lake to rest. Here, enjoy the view of the lake, and swimming in the lake. Bath in hot water can soothe away your aches and pains of travelling and is widely known for its natural healing powers.
Porters will prepare lunch. After the lunch, leave the lake and up to Senaru crater rim (2641m). The campsite for the night, Senaru crater rim has the most spectacular view. Enjoy an incredible sunset over Mount Agung in Bali and the smoke from the new volcano on the edge of the lake.
Day 3:
After breakfast with a beautiful sunrise, leave Mount Rinjani and descend to Senaru village through the rainforest. If you are lucky, you can see the rare black monkey. It takes 5 hours and take lunch along the way. Arrive at Senaru village (601 m) where the car will take you to your next destination.
