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Best trails in Mount Rinjani National Park

Best trails in Mount Rinjani National Park

4.7(640 reviews)

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Indonesia
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Incorporating mountainous areas, rain forests, and savannahs, Mount Rinjani National park is home to the third tallest volcano in Indonesia. Gunung Rinjani is known for it's challenging treks and gorgeous views. Check out Segara Anak Lake located on the western side of Mount Rinjani. This lake contains sulphurous-smelling water and is in different temperatures ranging from cool to hot. Also in this lake is a newly forming volcano that is active but still growing. During the rice planting season, locals will hold ritual ceremonies by releasing gold artificial fishes to ask for blessings for their crops.

Mount Rinjani National Park is also home to a variety of flora and fauna. Some species include: musang rinjani, barking deer, ebony leaf monkey, pangolin, and the dark-backed imperial pigeon. Visitors can also spot orchids, jelutung, and jambu-jambuan within the park! Other attractions here are: Otakokkoq and Kembang Kuning (which are thermal springs and waterfalls), Sebau and Gunung Baru.

Top trails

  1. #1 - Mount Rinjani via Sajang

    4.7(201)
    ·Hard
    ·18.0 mi
    ·Est. 15–16.5 hr
    Mount Rinjani (3,726m/12,224ft) is an active volcano spread over most of the island of Lombok. This multi-day trek can be done with or without a guide and is open from April to January, as after January the rainy season begins where trekking can get very dangerous. May is the best time to visit, when the landscape is lush and green and has few crowds.

  2. #2 - Mount Rinjani - Sembalun to Torean

    4.9(88)
    ·Hard
    ·19.9 mi
    ·Est. 17–18.5 hr
    Mount Rinjani is very famous because of its extraordinary beautiful scenery. Especially Segara Anak Lake and also Mount Batu Jari which is more commonly referred to as Mount Anak Rinjani. This route will climb from Sembalun to the top and the path from Sembalun is quite sloping with a wide expanse of grass on the hills as a view.

  3. #3 - Mount Rinjani (Sembalun to Senaru)

    4.6(109)
    ·Hard
    ·22.8 mi
    ·Est. 19–21 hr
    Mount Rinjani is very famous for its amazingly beautiful scenery. Especially Segara Anak Lake and also Mount Batu Jari which is more often referred to as Mount Anak Rinjani. This path will climb from Sembalun to the top and will take climbers to descend via Senaru. The path from Sembalun is quite gentle with a wide expanse of grass in the hills as a view.

  4. #4 - Mount Rinjani (from Senaru)

    4.8(105)
    ·Hard
    ·12.2 mi
    ·Est. 11–12 hr
    Mount Rinjani (3,726m/12,224ft) is an active volcano that sprawls across the majority of the island of Lombok. This multi-day trek can be taken with or without guides and is open from April until January, as after January the monsoon season starts where trekking can become quite dangerous. May is the best time to visit, when the landscape is is incredibly lush and green and has the least crowds.

  5. #5 - Mount Rinjani via Senaru - Sajang

    4.9(63)
    ·Hard
    ·19.2 mi
    ·Est. 18–19.5 hr
    Mount Rinjani (3,726m/12,224ft) is an active volcano which is spread over most of the island of Lombok. These multi-day treks can be done with or without a guide and are open from April to January, as after January the rainy season starts where trekking can become very dangerous. May is the best time to visit, when the landscape is very lush and green and has less crowds.

  6. #6 - Mount Rinjani via Torean

    4.8(31)
    ·Hard
    ·14.9 mi
    ·Est. 11.5–12.5 hr
    Mount Rinjani (3,726m/12,224ft) is an active volcano spread over most of the island of Lombok. This multi-day trek can be done with or without a guide and is open from April to January, as after January the rainy season begins where trekking can get very dangerous. May is the best time to visit, when the landscape is lush and green and has few crowds.

  7. #7 - Hot Springs Rinjani

    4.5(13)
    ·Hard
    ·4.0 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    This natural pools with hot thermal water are just minutes away from Lake Segara Anak and the camping area. The main part of the hot spring was composed of two natural pools with the hot water coming from two separate waterfalls from the top, not only a pleasant place to relax but also beautiful. There were also other smaller pools on top, but the water was to hot to be enjoyable.

  8. #8 - Kondok Hill - Mount Propok

    4.8(16)
    ·Hard
    ·3.5 mi
    ·Est. 2.5–3 hr
    Kondok Hill is part of the 7 peaks of Mount Sembalun, it is not recommended to do tracking in the rainy season because the track is not possible. Many trees have fallen and some pass through the river (there is a waterfall here) so during the rainy season the volume of water will increase and close the path so you have to find another way.
  9. Sembalun Route - Mount Rinjani Torean

    #9 - Sembalun Route - Mount Rinjani Torean

    3.8(3)
    ·Hard
    ·42.6 mi
    ·Est. 24 hr+
    Mount Rinjani is very famous because of its extraordinary beautiful scenery. Especially Lake Segara Anak and also Mount Batu Jari which is more commonly referred to as Mount Anak Rinjani. The path from Sembalun is quite sloping with a wide expanse of grass on the hills as a view. This path will climb from Sembalun to the top of the mountain.

  10. #10 - Gunung Lembah - Bukit Gedong

    5.0(2)
    ·Hard
    ·3.9 mi
    ·Est. 3.5–4 hr
    This trail is characterized by passing through an initial dense, lush forest before opening up onto exposed, expansive savanna grasslands that cover the slopes. The geological and visual reward is the panoramic view from the summit. Gunung Gedong offers a stunning vista of the massive, looming cone of Mount Rinjani, the vibrant Sembalun Valley, and the expansive surrounding hills. Due to its prominence, the peak is a highly sought-after spot for camping overnight to capture the sunrise over...
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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to hike in Mount Rinjani National Park?

According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike in Mount Rinjani National Park is Mount Rinjani via Sajang, which has a 4.7 star rating from 201 reviews. This trail is 18.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 9,169 ft.

What is the longest trail in Mount Rinjani National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail in Mount Rinjani National Park is Sembalun Route - Mount Rinjani Torean. This trail is estimated to be 42.6 mi long.

How many trails are in Mount Rinjani National Park?

There are 12 trails in Mount Rinjani National Park. These trails have an average 4.7-star rating from 640 AllTrails community reviews.

Which trail has the most elevation gain in Mount Rinjani National Park?

If you're looking for elevation gain, Mount Rinjani National Park has you covered. Sembalun Route - Mount Rinjani Torean boasts the most elevation gain with 14,704 ft of total ascent. The park's runner-up is Mount Rinjani (Sembalun to Senaru), which will get you 11,118 ft of elevation gain.

Are there camping trails available in Mount Rinjani National Park?

According to AllTrails.com, there are 11 camping trails in Mount Rinjani National Park and the most popular is Mount Rinjani via Sajang with an average 4.7 star rating from 201 community reviews.

Are there any trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Rinjani National Park?

Yes, there are 2 trails with scenic mountain peak views in Mount Rinjani National Park, including Kondok Hill - Mount Propok and Gunung Lembah - Bukit Gedong.

Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Rinjani National Park?

Yes, there are 3 trails with scenic viewpoints in Mount Rinjani National Park, including Mount Rinjani - Sembalun to Torean, Mount Rinjani via Torean, and Lake Segara Anak via Senaru.

Are there any trails with volcano viewpoints in Mount Rinjani National Park?

Yes, there are 4 trails with volcano viewpoints in Mount Rinjani National Park, including Mount Rinjani via Sajang, Mount Rinjani - Sembalun to Torean, Mount Rinjani (Sembalun to Senaru), and Mount Rinjani via Senaru - Sajang.

Are there any trails with springs in Mount Rinjani National Park?

Yes, there are 4 trails with springs in Mount Rinjani National Park, including Mount Rinjani - Sembalun to Torean, Mount Rinjani (Sembalun to Senaru), Mount Rinjani via Torean, and Hot Springs Rinjani.

Are there any trails with ponds in Mount Rinjani National Park?

Yes, there is one trail with a pond in Mount Rinjani National Park: Hot Springs Rinjani.