Why I Like Mount Rinjani Trekking

Mount Rinjani

Mount Rinjani or Gunung Rinjani is an active volcano in Indonesia on the island of Lombok. It rises to 3,726 metres (12,224 ft), making it the second highest volcano in Indonesia.

The crater rim offers a fantastic panorama view of the Segara Anak Lake and the volcano. This lake is approximately 2,000 metres (6,600 ft) above sea level and estimated to be about 200 metres (660 ft) deep, the caldera also contains hot springs.

From the summit of Mount Rinjani you can see half of Lombok, Gili Meno, Gili Air and Gili Trawangan as well as Bali. Depending on the time you want to spend on the mountain you can also take a bath in the hot springs, visit the caves camp on the lake or climb Mount Baru, the new little volcano growing out of the crater.

 

Best time for trekking Mount Rinjani

The best time for making a hiking tour to Mount Rinjani is from April until October, because the weather is normally very good during this time. Most trekkers prefer to go to Senaru in July and August. Guests who prefer when it's quieter, a visit to Lombok in April, May,June, September or October is perfect. 

The Rinjani national park is closed from the beginning of January until the end of March, so Mount Rinjani trekking is not available during this time.

Holidays at the end of Ramadan (17th of July 2015)

As the end of Ramadan is a very special event for the people on Lombok to celebrate with their family, trekking trips are not available on the 17th of July 2015

What to bring while you are on Mount Rinjani trekking

While you are planning for the Mount Rinjani trekking, it is advisable to take only what you need. Travel as light as possible as most of the food, water and trekking and logistic equipments are carried by the porters.

Below are the list of items you should carry during the trek programme. All the items are to be packed into a small backpack weighing not more than 5 kilograms.

– Torch or Flashlight
– Toiletries
– Sun block/lotion, hat/cap, sun glasses
– Spray for muscle/balm
– Insect repellent
– Camera, Handicam (Manual or Digital)
– Extra rolls film for manual camera or fully charged extra battery for digital
– Small towel
– 2/3 pieces of T-Shirts
– Long trek pants/wind proof
– Windproof Jacket
– 2 pieces of shorts
– Trek stick/lekki (optional)
– Drinking water and high energy food (chocolates, nuts, raisins)
– Suitable walking shoes
– Warm clothing
– Waterproof gloves
– Extra socks
– Towel
– Hat
– Headache tablets
– Lip gloss
– Deep heat lotion
– Plasters
– Torch light
– Walking stick
– Waterproof bag for camera

NOTE:
– Bringing some cash for tipping the guide and porters is recommended. It is about Rp. 50.000/per person/per day.

The Reasons Why I like Mount Rinjani Trekking

1. The clean mountain air makes the lungs very comfortable when I breathe
2. Cannot beat the sensation of drinking directly from the mountain spring water.
3. The sounds of nature in the middle of the night silence the emptiness
4. Light in the sky always appears markedly at night.
5. No food is more delicious than the food cooked on the mountain..
6. Meet new people as if they are like old friends
7. Burn calories and lose a little weight.
8. Healthy!
9. Enjoyment of a cup of coffee on a cold morning mist.
10. Always gets positive mood.
11. Calm the heart and mind.
12. Teaches us that we are very small compared to nature, especially its creator.
13. Mental and physical Training.
14. Never regret to go, and always wanted to return.
15. I like walking in nature, with no destinations. Life is all about the journey.
16. It helps you to make sense of this crazy world we live in.
17. Seeing things that others may not have seen. such as the beautiful flowers, the unspoiled lakes and waterfalls, the sky with rows of stars and galaxy and many more.
18. It is a photographer’s dream! Nature produces things that are incredible.

And we never know what other surprises will be given to us by Nature, especially on Mount Rinjani Trekking.