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There are two major ascent routes on Rinjani: Senaru Village in the north and Sembalun Lawang in the east.

Which one to follow?

It always depends on your taste and which destination that you prioritize. The time needed to reach both crater rim (2600+m) where you will camp is relatively similar: in average of 7 to 8 hrs.

Sembalun Ascent Route: Lombok Exotic Savannah

If you want to reach the summit at the 2nd day then starting from Sembalun ascent route can be your choice. The village is the nearest way to get to the top. Ascending here will drive you to walk through savannah, it’s hot so please bring sun block, hat and glasses with you.

Senaru Trail: Ascend Through Tropical Forest

Senaru is the first and the only one gate to mount Rinjani some years ago. This is the most followed trails today beside Sembalun.

In contrary with Sembalun ascent route – here you will walk through thick forest which offers you chances to see a huge diversity of flora and fauna: big trees, wild strawberry, orchid, birds, wild chicken, barking deer etc. Conquering the summit will be at the last day.

“The majority of the route represents a normal trekking path, although there is a harder portion in the last 1 hour just before reaching the summit. No rock climbing or technical climbing skills are needed”

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