The ultimate fast-track challenge for fit and experienced trekkers — conquer the summit of Mount Rinjani (3,726m) in just two days.
⏱️ 2 Days / 1 Night
Duration |
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📏 3,726 m
Max Altitude |
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🔴 Challenging – Strenuous
Difficulty |
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📍 Sembalun Village
Start / End |
📋 Trek Overview
| Duration |
2 Days / 1 Night |
| Start / End |
Sembalun Village, East Lombok |
| Highest Point |
Mount Rinjani Summit — 3,726 m |
| Campsite Altitude |
±2,639 m (Sembalun Crater Rim) |
| Total Distance |
±25 km round trip |
| Day 1 Trek Time |
±7 – 8 hours (Sembalun → Crater Rim) |
| Day 2 Summit Push |
±3 hours up / ±2 hours down (start 2:00 AM) |
| Day 2 Total Descent |
±7 – 8 hours (Crater Rim → Sembalun) |
| Difficulty |
Challenging – Strenuous 🔴 |
| Fitness Level |
High — experienced trekkers only |
| Best Season |
April – November (dry season) |
| Group Size |
Minimum 2 persons |
🗺️ Route & Map Profile
Altitude Breakdown
| Stage |
From → To |
Altitude |
Est. Time |
| Day 1 — Start |
Sembalun Village |
1,150 m |
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| Phase 1 |
Sembalun → POS 1 |
1,150 → ±1,300 m |
±1 hr |
| Phase 2 |
POS 1 → POS 2 |
±1,300 → ±1,500 m |
±1.5 hrs |
| Phase 3 |
POS 2 → POS 3 (Pada Balong) |
±1,500 → ±1,800 m |
±1.5 hrs |
| Phase 4 |
POS 3 → Sembalun Crater Rim |
±1,800 → 2,639 m |
±3 hrs |
| 🌙 Night Camp |
Sembalun Crater Rim |
2,639 m |
Rest early! |
| Day 2 — Summit |
Crater Rim → Summit |
2,639 → 3,726 m |
±3 – 4 hrs |
| Summit → Camp |
Summit → Crater Rim |
3,726 → 2,639 m |
±1.5 – 2 hrs |
| Day 2 — Descent |
Crater Rim → Sembalun |
2,639 → 1,150 m |
±4 – 5 hrs |
📅 Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Sembalun Village → Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639m)
| 05:30 – 06:30 |
☕ Wake Up & Breakfast
Early breakfast at your accommodation in Sembalun. Guide briefing, gear check, and distribution of packed lunch.
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| 06:30 – 07:00 |
📋 Registration at Rinjani Trek Center Sembalun
Official registration, park entry, and final preparation at the Sembalun Trek Center.
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| 07:00 – 08:00 |
🌾 Sembalun → POS 1 (±1,300m)
Gentle start through Sembalun’s vast farmlands and grasslands. The trail is wide and relatively flat — a good warm-up with views of the surrounding hills.
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| 08:00 – 09:30 |
🏞️ POS 1 → POS 2 (±1,500m)
Steady climb through open savanna. The landscape opens up — golden grasslands stretch in all directions. First glimpses of Rinjani’s peak in the distance.
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| 09:30 – 11:00 |
⛰️ POS 2 → POS 3 / Pada Balong (±1,800m)
The trail becomes steeper. Rolling hills and scattered pine-like casuarina trees dot the landscape. Pada Balong is the last water point before the crater rim.
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| 11:00 – 12:00 |
🍌 Rest & Lunch at POS 3 (Pada Balong)
Longer break. Porter team prepares a hot lunch. Refill your water bottles — this is the last reliable water source. Enjoy the panoramic savanna views.
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| 12:00 – 15:00 |
🏔️ POS 3 → Sembalun Crater Rim (2,639m)
The hardest section of Day 1. Steep, relentless ascent as you climb the crater wall. The vegetation fades and you break above the treeline. At the top, the jaw-dropping view of Segara Anak Lake appears — a massive turquoise crater lake with the summit of Rinjani towering across the caldera. Your campsite is right on the rim.
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| 15:00 – 17:30 |
⛺ Settle In & Sunset
Tent is ready. Relax, take photos of the caldera, and watch the sunset paint the crater lake and summit in shades of gold, orange, and crimson. Pro tip: scout the summit trail with your guide before dark so you know the first section.
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| 17:30 – 18:30 |
🍽️ Early Dinner
Hot dinner served at camp. Eat well — you’ll need the energy for the summit push.
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| 18:30 – 01:30 |
😴 Early Bedtime — Rest Before the Summit
Lights out early. Sleep while you can — the alarm rings at 1:30 AM. The summit stars are already twinkling above you.
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Day 2
Summit Attack → Descend to Sembalun Village
| 01:30 – 02:00 |
🌙 Wake Up & Light Snack
Wake up in the cold mountain air. Quick coffee/tea and light breakfast. Put on your warm layers, gloves, beanie, and headlamp. This is it — summit time.
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| 02:00 – 05:30 |
🔝 Summit Push: Crater Rim → Rinjani Summit (3,726m)
The toughest 3–4 hours of the trek. You hike under a blanket of stars, your headlamp beam your only guide. The trail climbs steeply over loose volcanic scree and rock — two steps forward, one step back. As dawn breaks, the sky transforms through deep purple, crimson, and gold. The final ridge reveals the true summit.
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| 05:30 – 06:15 |
🌅 Sunrise at 3,726 Meters — YOU MADE IT!
Stand at the highest point in Lombok. Below you: the massive Segara Anak Lake with its volcanic cone, the Gili Islands floating in the sea, Mount Agung in Bali on the horizon, and all of Lombok stretching beneath your feet. This sunrise is unlike anything else in Indonesia. Photos, celebration, and a moment of pure awe.
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| 06:15 – 08:00 |
⬇️ Descent from Summit → Crater Rim Camp
Descend back to camp — the scree that was so difficult climbing up now becomes fun to slide down! You’ll be back at camp in half the time it took to climb.
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| 08:00 – 09:30 |
🍳 Full Breakfast & Pack Up Camp
Well-deserved hot breakfast at camp while soaking in the crater views one last time. Pack up your gear. Your legs will be tired but your heart will be full.
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| 09:30 – 13:30 |
⬇️ Full Descent: Crater Rim → Sembalun Village
Descend all the way back through POS 3, POS 2, POS 1 to Sembalun. Knees will feel it — trekking poles are a lifesaver here. Watch the landscape transform from alpine savanna back to farmland.
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| 13:30 – 14:00 |
🎉 Arrive Sembalun — You Conquered Rinjani!
You did it! Celebrate with your team. Cold drinks, a well-earned meal, and stories to last a lifetime. Transfer to your next destination.
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⏰ Wake-Up & Meal Schedule Summary
| Day |
Wake-Up |
Breakfast |
Lunch |
Dinner |
Bedtime |
| Day 1 |
05:30 |
05:30 – 06:30 |
11:00 – 12:00 (POS 3) |
17:30 – 18:30 (Crater Rim) |
18:30 – 19:00 |
| Day 2 |
01:30 ⚠️ |
01:30 (light snack) + 08:00 – 09:30 (full breakfast) |
— (arrive Sembalun ±14:00) |
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⚠️ Important — This Trek Is Demanding
The 2D1N Summit Express is not recommended for first-time hikers, children under 15, or anyone with low fitness. You’ll be trekking 7–8 hours on Day 1, sleeping 5–6 hours, then summiting for 3–4 hours starting at 2:00 AM, followed by a 7–8 hour total descent. This is a serious physical challenge. The 2D1N Crater Rim Senaru or 3D2N Summit & Lake are better options if you prefer a more relaxed pace.
💰 Pricing
Pricing varies by group size and season. For the most up-to-date rates and special offers, please contact us directly.
| GROUP SIZE |
PRICE PER PERSON (USD) |
| Mini 2 persons |
$255 |
Prices are indicative. Final quote depends on season, availability, and any add-on services.
✅ What’s Included
🚗 Transport
Pick-up & drop-off within Sembalun area |
🎫 Permits & Fees
Rinjani National Park entrance & trekking permit |
🧑🏫 Licensed Guide
Professional, English-speaking summit guide |
🎒 Porter Team
Porters carry camping equipment, food, and water |
🏕️ Camping Gear
Tent (2-person, shared), sleeping bag, mat, chair, toilet tent |
🍽️ Full-Board Meals
Day 1: B/L/D | Day 2: B + snack. Freshly prepared hot meals |
🥤 Drinks
Drinking water, coffee & tea throughout the trek |
🩹 Safety
Basic first-aid kit carried by guide |
❌ What’s Not Included
- ✈️ Flights or international travel to Lombok
- 🏨 Accommodation before/after the trek (can be arranged upon request)
- 🛡️ Personal travel insurance (strongly recommended — must include helicopter evacuation coverage)
- 🍺 Alcoholic beverages & soft drinks
- 🍜 Meals outside the trek (restaurant meals before/after)
- 🛍️ Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.)
- 💝 Tips for guide & porters (at your discretion, highly appreciated)
- 🥾 Personal trekking gear (see packing list)
- 🚁 Helicopter evacuation — must be covered by your insurance
🎒 Recommended Packing List
Summit nights are much colder than the standard crater rim trek — pack warm layers!
- 🔦 Headlamp / torch + spare batteries (essential for summit push)
- 👕 Lightweight quick-dry trekking clothes
- 🧥 Thick warm jacket / fleece (summit temps near 0°C)
- 🧥 Rain jacket / windbreaker
- 👟 Sturdy hiking boots (with good grip for scree)
- 🧴 Sunscreen & hat
- 🕶️ Sunglasses
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- 🧤 Gloves & beanie (hands freeze on summit push)
- 🧣 Buff / neck gaiter (for wind & dust)
- 👖 Long trekking pants
- 📱 Power bank (no charging on trail)
- 💊 Personal medication (altitude sickness pills if needed)
- 🧻 Wet wipes / tissues / hand sanitizer
- 📸 Camera / smartphone
- 🦯 Trekking poles (highly recommended — crucial for descent)
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How difficult is the 2D1N Summit trek really?
This is a very demanding trek. Day 1 involves 7–8 hours of steady ascent gaining ~1,500 meters. After roughly 5–6 hours of sleep, you wake at 1:30 AM for a 3–4 hour summit push on loose volcanic scree (gaining another 1,100m), followed by a full descent back to Sembalun (another 7–8 hours). Previous multi-day hiking experience and high cardiovascular fitness are required. If you’re unsure, the 3D2N Summit & Lake package provides a better-paced alternative.
What is the summit push like? Why start at 2 AM?
The summit push begins at 2:00 AM to reach the peak by sunrise (5:30–6:00 AM). You hike in complete darkness with headlamps. The trail is steep, with sections of loose volcanic scree — notoriously “two steps up, one step back.” It’s mentally and physically challenging but the reward is extraordinary. Starting early also avoids the midday heat on the descent and gives you the best chance of clear summit views before clouds roll in.
How cold is it at the summit and crater rim?
The crater rim campsite (2,639m) drops to 5–10°C at night. During the summit push (3,000m+), temperatures can approach 0°C with strong wind chill. You need: thermal base layer, fleece, insulated jacket, gloves, beanie, and a buff. We provide warm sleeping bags, but summit push clothing is your responsibility — don’t underestimate the cold.
Will I get altitude sickness at 3,726 meters?
At 3,726 meters, AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) is a real concern, even for fit trekkers. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. Key prevention tips: spend at least one night at Sembalun (1,150m) before the trek, stay super-hydrated, ascend slowly, and communicate any symptoms to your guide immediately. Our guides are trained in altitude-related first response. Travel insurance with helicopter evacuation is mandatory.
What’s the difference between 2D1N Summit and 3D2N Summit & Lake?
The 2D1N Summit is an express trek — summit and straight back. The 3D2N Summit & Lake adds an extra day: after summiting, you descend into the caldera to camp beside Segara Anak Lake, soak in natural hot springs, and trek out via Senaru. The 3D2N spreads the effort across three days and includes the lake experience. Choose 2D1N if you’re short on time and very fit; choose 3D2N for the complete Rinjani experience at a more sustainable pace.
Do I need trekking poles?
YES. Strongly recommended. Trekking poles are invaluable on the steep scree of the summit push and essential for the long descent to protect your knees. If you don’t own a pair, you can rent them in Sembalun before the trek — just ask us.
How do I book this trek?
Contact us via WhatsApp at +62 822-3680-3197 or email tetebatuadventures@gmail.com. Tell us your preferred dates and group size. A small deposit ($50 USD/person) secures your booking — balance payable on arrival at Sembalun.
Ready for the Ultimate Challenge?
The Rinjani summit awaits — let’s make it happen!
