2 Days 1 Night Crater Rim Senaru

Your journey begins in Senaru Village, situated at an elevation of 600m above sea level, with a trek through lush tropical rainforest and stunning natural landscapes. Covering a distance of approximately 9km, the trail offers a steady, prolonged ascent with plenty of rest stops along the way. By the time you reach the Senaru Crater Rim campsite, perched at 2,641m elevation, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of Segara Anak Lake, the towering Rinjani summit, and the sweeping valleys below. After settling in, enjoy a hearty dinner prepared by your porters under a star-filled sky before retiring to your tent for a well-earned rest.

Approximate Timeline:

• 07:30 AM – Pre-trek breakfast and briefing at Hotel, Senaru. Leave excess luggage in secure storage.
• 08:30 AM – Begin the trek from Senaru Village (600m above sea level). The trail winds through lush tropical rainforest, with towering trees and diverse flora and fauna.
• 10:30 AM – Arrive at Pos 1 “Pemantuan” (950m elevation). Re-hydration and snack break.
• 12:30 PM – Reach Pos 2 “Montong Satas” (1,500m elevation). Stop for lunch and a longer rest.
• 01:30 PM – Resume trekking, ascending to Pos 3 “Mondokan Lokak” (2,000m elevation).
• 03:30 PM – Arrive at Senaru Crater Rim campsite (2,641m elevation). Your guide and porters will set up camp, while you relax and enjoy the spectacular views of Segara Anak Lake and the surrounding valleys.
• 05:30 PM – Dinner served under the stars. Take time to enjoy the incredible stargazing opportunities before settling into your tent for the night.

Wake up to a breathtaking sunrise and enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking Lake Segara Anak, with its serene waters and the majestic Mount Rinjani towering above. After packing up camp, you’ll begin the descent through the lush tropical rainforest, home to vibrant flora and playful monkeys. This trail winds its way down to Senaru Village, offering a peaceful and shaded journey as you leave the heights of the crater rim behind. Upon completing your trek, you’ll be welcomed back to Rinjani Climbing Tours, where you can relax with refreshments, coffee, and snacks, and take advantage of the hot shower facilities to freshen up.

Approximate Timeline:

• 07:30 AM – Enjoy breakfast at the Senaru Crater Rim campsite, soaking in the stunning views of Lake Segara Anak and the surrounding peaks.
• 08:30 AM – Begin your descent through the tropical rainforest, where you’ll experience cool shade and tranquil surroundings.
• 11:30 AM – Stop for a mid-morning break at a rest stop. Rehydrate and enjoy some light snacks.
• 13:30 PM – Arrive in Senaru Village, marking the end of your trek. Transport will be waiting to take you to Rinjani Climbing Tours.
• 13:45 PM – Relax at Rinjani Climbing Tours, where you can enjoy refreshments, coffee, and snacks. Hot shower facilities are available to freshen up after your trek.
• 14:30 PM – Collect any stored luggage from secure storage and bid farewell to your guide and porters.
• 15:00 PM – Depart Senaru for your next destination. If you have a scheduled ferry, flight, or transfer, let us know in advance to ensure timely arrangements.

A quick dry synthetic material shirt (can be either short or long sleeve) as the base layer, a good quality fleece jacket/woollen pull-over as the middle later and a thick wind proof jacket as the outer layer. A waterproof and windproof trekking pants is desirable and a pair of woollen gloves, beanie and scarf for additional cold protection.