MT RINJANI FAQ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why should I hike with Adi Trekker?
As a many of blog & Tripadvisor recommended operator, we at Adi Trekker pride ourselves with the best service hiking to Mount Rinjani Lombok. We provide professional guides & experienced porters that have gone through our program to ensure that they are trained in all things Mt Rinjani. As a Lombok owned and operated trekking company, ADI TREKKER employs local staff and provides fair pay. ADI himself began as a porter and guide before starting his own trekking company. The service of the trek extends to ensure all trash is taken down from the rinjani mountain.
When is the best time of the year to trekking Rinjani Mountain?
The best time to trek Rinjani is from April until December. April and December are shoulder seasons, where you may experience more rain. It is mostly pleasant from May to July. Rinjani National Park is closed from 1st January until 31st March due to heavy rain and extreme weather. The Rinjani National Park trekking season officially opens on the 1st April. Unless the volcano is somewhat active or we are in the rain season, it is possible to trek all year from April to December.
What is included in the rinjani trekking packages?
Here at ADI TREKKER we want you to have a memorable and exciting experience hiking Rinjani and ensure you have the best equipment and services to support you along the way. Included in all of our treks are the following:
full private transport provide by ADI TREKKER,Transfer to and from Lombok airport, Kuta-Lombok, Lembar Pier, Mataram area, Senggigi area or Bangsal pier to Your hotel in senaru or sembalun. Here, we will debrief you on your hiking itenerary and check to see if you require any additional gear for the Hike. Then you will have a good night’s sleep and will then leave the next morning after a hearty breakfast.
One night’s accomodation before the trek in your own room with hot shower.
3 cooked meals for each day of the trek as well as trail biscuits, snacks, hot drinks, fresh fruit and even no beer during the treks. You will start each day with a healthy & filling breakfast, followed by meal breaks and snacks throughout every day, which are carried & cooked by our porters during the trek.
Tents, mattresses, sleeping bags, pillows, cooking equipment, pandan mats, blankets, meal tents and a toilet tent, which will all be carried by our porters.
Hiking sticks are recommended and can be lent from ADI TREKKING the night before your trek.
Pants, jackets, beanies, a torch and trekking shoes are essential for your hike and can be lent from ADI TREKKING extras wardrobe if you don’t have them (on a first come, first served basis).**
Gloves are highly recommended. Please pick them up at reception the night before you leave.**
** there are no costs attributed to hiring extra equipment, however a small donation is requested so we can maintain extra items for our trekkers.
Can I hike Rinjani in sneakers or running shoes?
We do recommend wearing your own hiking boots. However, if you have sneakers or running shoes with you that you feel entirely comfortable trekking in, then you should be fine. The terrain is varied and at times quite challenging, so having footwear that has strong traction and are comfortable is essential. Remember, that you will be wearing these shoes for a few days. Appropriate hiking boots are highly advised, however we have had many trekkers hiking in sneakers. In case the profile of your soles is quite flat, or if you are thinking of walking in street style sneakers such as Converse or skater shoes, we highly recommend lending trekking shoes from ADI TREKKER(Adi Rinjani) extras wardrobe (if available) as the track can get very muddy very quickly. If you have a history of spraining your ankle(s) or want to be on the safe side, we recommend strapping your ankles during the trek with strapping tape for extra support.
Do I have to share a tent with strangers?
No. You will have a tent either to yourself or with your partner/friend/family. Please let us know in advance who you would like to team up with. Our tents are all well equipped 3 man dome tents with ample room for a comfortable night sleep during your hiking adventure ON MOUNT RINJANI.
Will the porters carry my pack?
Usually you carry your own pack. It is recommended to bring a small bag to hold your clothes and additional items which should not exceed 7 kilos, which you will take along with you throughout the trek. During each day your guides will also carry additional bottled water and snacks for you. The porters will carry all food, bottled water, extra drinks, camping gear and cooking equipment. If need be an additional porter can carry your personal items for an additional fee. Please book this in advance.
Where can I leave the luggage that I don’t need?
You can leave your personal luggage not required for the trek in a secure locker at ADI TREKKING(Adi Rinjani) Office or at Hotel where you’re staying a night before trekking rinjani, where you will start your trek. At the end of the hike you will return to the the hotel or our office where your personal items await you. Make sure to only pack as little as you need for the hike itself. By the second day any extra weight won’t go unnoticed (we learned this the hard way).
What should I bring on the trekking moun rinjani?
We advise to bring one light day pack per person that includes clothes for sunny, windy, cold and rainy weather along with a first aid kit / medication and additional snacks or drinks that you’d like to have for yourself on the trek. Remember to pack warm! While Lombok is almost always sitting around 30°C at sea level, Gunung Rinjani is a very different story and the temperature will drop by around 6-7 degrees for every 1000m altitude. Both major campsites on the crater rim are each at more than 2,700m, which means after dark the temperature can drop below 5°C, while at the summit it’s a few degrees off freezing.
Can you give me an example of what to pack for trekking Mt Rinjani?
Here’s an example of what women may pack/wear (equivalent for men):
1 day pack
gym shorts (for walking)
long leggings (for sleeping and hiking the summit)
1 long pair of warm pants**
1 pair of underwear for each day hiking
1 pair of socks for each day hiking
2 short sleeved shirts
1-2 long sleeved shirts/ hoodies (depending on how cold you get)**
1 rain jacket and/or 1 poncho (additionally for heavy rain)
1 beanie**
2 trekking poles**
1 head torch**
,1 pair of flip flops (to wear at camp)
1 bikini or bathers (if you’re going to the hot springs)
toothbrush & toothpaste
facial cream
emergency toilet paper (essential)
wet wipes (there’s no shower on the mountain, so this will make you feel clean)
hair band
1 sports bra
chocolate chip cookies (great to share)
can of sprite
sun screen
sun hat
first aid kit / medication
phone /camera (to take photos).
Do I need a first aid kit?
We don’t want you to be overly cautious, but better safe than sorry. Our guides have a simple first aid kit with them, however we encourage everyone to bring their own with additional remedies. Many of these have come in very useful. We recommend bringing: Sun screen, tiger balm (to soothe muscle pain), effervescent magnesium tablets (to avoid leg cramps), blister band aids (depending on your trek, you will be wearing your shoes for a few days), strapping tape (to support your ankles), lip balm (against cracked lips), ear plugs (if you are a sensitive sleeper), band aids & first aid cream (always come in handy). Insect repellent can be brought just in case but is not entirely necessary since Rinjani is situated so high that there are barely mosquitos.
Do the guides speak English?
Yes, all our guides speak English. They have gone through a special program to give you the best service possible and they will him best for you
How To Train For Mount Rinjani?
Train to strengthen our leg muscles by doing a lot jogging, biking, or brisk walking. In addition to the foot, other body parts such as arms, back and shoulders should also have extra work, especially if we are going to load lots supplies in our backpack.
Is High Altitude Sickness a Problem For the Climb Mount Rinjani?
Rinjani Mountain is high enough for altitude sickness to be a concern.
HIGH ALTITUDE TREKKING & CLIMBING
The pleasures of trekking in the world’s highest mountain ranges cannot be overstated. Neither can the dangers. Altitude sickness can occur in some people as low as 8,000 feet, but serious symptoms do not usually occur until over 12,000 feet. Even then it is not the height that is important, rather the speed in which you ascended to that altitude.
Acute mountain sickness (AMS) is actually more common in fit young men because they are more likely to attempt a rapid ascent by racing up the mountain like some indestructible super hero! As a general rule, it is far safer (and more enjoyable) to avoid altitude sickness by planning a sensible itinerary that allows for gradual acclimatisation to altitude as you ascend, (you can race back down as fast as you like!) Refer to below link for more info on high altitude sickness; its symptoms, prevention and treatment http://www.traveldoctor.co.uk/altitude.htm
Do I Need Any Specialized Equipment For The Mount Rinjani Trek Lombok?
This is a relatively straightforward trek along well defined path except towards the summit where some scrambling is required to gain your foothold over sandy ground. Except for a set of cold wear, a good pair trekking shoes, a headlamp and trekking sticks, you do not need other specialized equipment for this trek. Upon booking confirmation, a detailed packing list will be provide to you to help you pack for your mount Rinjani trip
What Are The Different Rinjani Trekking Packages Offered by Adi Trekker Tour & Travels?
We offer two main Rinjani packages; a Rinjani Trekking 5D4N Summit program with Rinjani Trekking 3D2N Summit Tour) and a 6D5N Mount Rinjani Hiking Summit Tour program (with 4D3N Mt Rinjani trek). Both programs cover exactly the same route, except that for the 4D3N trek you will camp for additional night at Senaru Crater Rim before descending back to Senaru Village where the trek ends. This helps to space out the trek into more days so that it is more manageable for inexperienced or weaker trekkers. For both programs, the actual trek starts on the second day and ends on the second last day of the programs.Above two programs are for trekkers who want to complete the whole loop of the Rinjani trek; i.e. to visit both crater rims, summit and lake. For trekkers who want a shorter itinerary, it is also possible to for a 2D1N Rim + Summit trek – Mount Rinjani Trekking 2 Day Trek Senaru Crater Rim</strong> and 2D1N Mount Rinjani Summit Hike Tour where you will trek back directly to the trailhead (via the same route where you trek up) after the summit climb, One Day Mount Rinjani Tour To The Senaru Crater Rim is Available Now
Is Mobile Phone Signals Presented In The Rinjani Mountain?
Mobile signals are generally strong in the mountains and even at the rim. However, signals will get weaker as you trek down towards the lake (as it is located inside a crater) and totally non-existent at the lake.
When Is The Rinjani Summit Hike Day And How Is It Like?
The summit day is on Day 02 of the trek. You will wake up around 2-3am for the summit climb. It takes about 3-4 hrs to reach the summit (for sunrise if you can reach on time) and another 3 hours to descend back to the camp site. If you do not wish to attempt the summit climb, you may stay at the camp site to wait for the summiteers to return.
What Happens If I Get Injured During The Trek?
The mountain guides possess basic first aid skills and will assess the injury and perform emergency response to the injured. If evacuation is required, they will coordinate with National Park, police and local village head. The nearest clinic or health center is at Sembalun, Jln Pariwisata, Desa Sembalun Bumbung, Kecamatan Sembalun (Sembalun Sub-district), Lombok Timur (East Lombok). The nearest hospital is Dr. R. Soedjono Hospital located at Jl. Prof. M. Yamin, SH, no: 55, Selong – East Lombok (telephone: 0370 – 21118). It is important that trekkers bring their supplies of medications and purchase adequate insurance coverage.
What Is The Difficulty Level Of The Trek – Mount Rinjani Trek Difficulty?
Climbing Rinjani is tough; but anyone in reasonable shape should be able to manage. Porters will be provided throughout the climb but you are expected to carry your own personal daypack of less than 5 kilograms. Normal trekking throughout except for some scrambling towards the summit. No rock climbing or technical climbing skills are needed. Summit sunrise climb is entirely optional, climbers who would like to conserve their energy instead could choose to have a longer rest and wait for their teammates at the crater rim. As it turns out, trekking Rinjani is hard. Really freaking hard. The Rinjani trek starts with a climb of 1500 m over 8 km. Most of that elevation change takes place during in the final 4 km, which take about 4 hours
How Long is The Mt Rinjani Trek And How Many Hours Do We Trek Each Days?
The typical route which covers the crater rims, summit and lake takes 3D2N to cover. The trekking durations are: Day 01 ~ 8 hrs; Day 02 ~ 11 hrs; Day 03 ~ 10 hrs. (Timings are estimated and depends on the individual trekker’s physical stamina and conditions).
Can Kids Climb Mount Rinjani?
Rinjani Trek to Crater Rim Senaru 2 Days 1 Night is the most easiest trek on Mount Rinjani National Park. Starting and ending in Senaru, it provides spectacular views of the Lake Segara Anak within the volcano’s crater. This gentle trek is good for beginners, or family with children (minimum 6 years old).
Do I have to bring my own water?
No, you don’t have to bring your own water. We will have 3 liters of water per day per person available. Your guide will distribute the waters at the start of the trek and then upon request. You will carry one bottle of your own water at a time, so that you always have water on your person during the hike.
Are there toilets on the Mt Rinjani trail? No, but we have toilet tents.
With ADI TREKKER you will have a private toilet tent set-up at each camping site for your hiking group to use in the morning before hiking, and in the evening once you reach camp. However it’s important to remember there are no established toilets on the trail and when nature calls you will have to find a bush. Please feel free to ask our guides to help you find a spot if you need to go to the bathroom during the rinjani trek.
What Will The Weather Be Like On Rinjani Mountain?
Chances are, you will encounter sunny, cold & rainy weather during your trekking mount rinjani. The weather in the Savannah can be cloudy, sunny or rainy. The weather on the crater rims is mostly beautiful. The weather in the rain-forest closest to Senaru is mostly damp with rain showers common throughout the day. A poncho or rain-jacket is a must. It might only rain for 30 minutes, but that’s plenty of time to drench everything you have brought with you. When at camp on the crater rim and at the summit we are above the clouds, so although it gets cold we barely ever have any rain there. Each day the crater often clouds over, however the clouds clear in the late afternoon to reveal a spectacular scenery. Weather during the nights and on the summit is very cold, so you will likely pull out every piece of warm clothing you have adn at the top of mount rinjani the temperature is always changing,sometimes it’s 3 degrees celsius,sometimes it’s 1 or 0 degrees
Why is the company name Adi Trekker (Not Adi Rinjani-Mr. Adi Rinjani or Adi Trekking)
In the past, when I was still a Rinjani Trekking Guide, guests who brought me to Climb Mount Rinjani often called Adi Rinjani. They said Hi Adi Rinjani. Adi Rinjani’s nickname is usually the most frequently called by Dutch people. With the name Mr Adi Rinjani This is my call from guests from England but my well-known name or what is most often called is Adi Trekker There are also those who call me by the name Adi Trekking but Adi Trekker more often, we started building this Adi Trekker company in 2009 and at that time I myself had been a guide on the mountain for 10 years and had climbed Mount Rinjani more than 200 times. With my long experience, that’s why I dared to make a tour and travel agency. Almost Every Year I Get Awards From Tripadvisor And Many of them also write Te Challenge Us On Their Personal Blog
What Programs Does Adi Trekker Offer?
1.Rinjani Trekking 2D1N Senaru Crater Rim
2.Mount Rinjani 2Day Trek Second Summit
3.Mount Rinjani 3D2N Trek to The Lake
4.Rinjani Trekking 3D2N Summit
5.Mount Rinjani Trekking 4D3N Summit
6.Mount Rinjani Tour 5D4N Summit
7.Mount Rinjani Tour 1(one)Day Trek Etc
And the service we offer
VVIP Service ,VIP Service,Deluxe Service & Standard Service