2 Days Crater Rim Senaru
2-day Crater Senaru Rinjani is a shorter nature adventure. The trek starts from Senaru and returns to Senaru by the same trail.
The top goals for a 2-day trekking trip to Senaru Crater Rim are to witness an epic sunset and sunrise, see the views of the Segara Anak Lake and surrounding landscapes, and experience the tropical rainforest.
This itinerary is suitable for beginners to intermediate hikers and offers a chance to enjoy the natural beauty of Mount Rinjani without attempting the summit.

Primary goals of a 2-day crater rim trek
- Reach the Senaru Crater Rim (Plawangan Senaru): The main objective is to trek to the designated campsite at the crater rim, located at an altitude of approximately 2,641 meters.
- Witness breathtaking views: From the rim, the goal is to see the striking panorama, which includes the following:
- The spectacular blue-green Segara Anak crater lake.
- The new volcanic cone, Gunung Barujari, is rising from the lake.
- The stunning sunrise over the crater lake and the sunset over the Gili Islands and Mount Agung in Bali.
- Experience the tropical rainforest: The trek starts in Senaru village and includes a hike through lush, shaded jungle, with opportunities to spot wildlife like black monkeys.
- Enjoy a wilderness camping experience: Trekkers aim to spend one night camping at the rim, enjoying a meal cooked by porters and sleeping under the stars.
- Achieve a less strenuous trek: This option is ideal for hikers who are interested in the crater and lake views but are not prepared for the extreme physical challenge of the summit climb.
- Descend to the starting point: The final goal is to complete the trek by safely descending back to Senaru village on the second day.
Prepare a Day pack:
- Torch or Flashlight
- 1 pair of comfortable shoes/Trek shoes is good
- Toiletries
- Sunblock/lotion, hat/cap, sunglasses
- Spray for muscle/balm
- Insect repellent
- Camera
- Small towel
- 2/3 paces of T-shirts
- Long trek pants/windproof
- Windproof Jacket
- 2 paces of shorts
- Trekking poles (optional)
- Sandals (optional)
- Swimming Suite (optional)
- Binoculars (optional)
- Fishing Gear (optional)
- Garbage Plastic can (optional)
Itinerary:
Day 01. Pick up at any area in Lombok island – Transfer to Senaru base camp
Estimate time travel:
- Lombok Airport to Senaru Village is approximately 4 hours by private Car
- Lembar to Senaru village, approximately 2,5 hours by private car
- Mataram/ Senggigi to Senaru village, approximately 2 hours by private car
- Teluk Kode/ Bangsal Harbor to Senaru village is approximately an hour and 25 minutes by private car
Day 02. Senaru village – Crater Rim Senaru.
Estimate walk for 5-6 hours ( 9,2km )
- Breakfast at our campsite ( Green Rinjani )
- Registration at the RTC ( Rinjani Trekking Centre Senaru 601m )
- Prepare for trekking at 07.30 – 08.00 AM
- Walking in the open views for 30 minutes with green plants of coffee trees, Bamboo, etc
- Walk 30 minutes more to the gate of the tropical rain forest, a 15-minute short break
- Continue walking through the jungle where we will be shadowed by the sun for 3 hours to POS 2 ( MONTONG SATAS 1.500m ), seeing black monkeys and big trees on the trail.
- Break at POS 2, prepare fresh fruits and soft drinks by our Guide and porter
- Continue to POS 3 ( MONDOKAN LOLAK 2.000m ) pass tropical forest, local strawberry ( June, July, August ), 3 hours walk, lunch will be prepared at POS 3 ( Fresh fruit, snack/biscuit and lunch )
- After 1 hour 30 minutes, take a rest, continue to crater Rim of Senaru ( 2.641m ) an hour walk
- Camping and overnight at crater RIM Senaru, enjoy an amazing sunset over 3 Gili’s and Mount Agung Bali
Day 03: Crater Rim Senaru – Senaru village.
Estimate walk for 5-6 hours ( 9,2km )
- Breakfast and enjoy sunrise by the beautiful scenery of Segara Anak Lake
- Walk down to Senaru village for 4-5 hours
- Will arrive at Senaru village at approximately 13.00 PM
- Prepare your luggage for the next transfer ( Senggigi, Mataram, or Bangsal Harbor)
- End of service
Price inclusive of:
- Pick-up service from Senggigi to Senaru as the starting point
- 1 night hotel on the first night
- Camping tent (1 tent for 2 people)
- Sleeping bags (private)
- Sleeping mattress (private)
- One small tree
- Cooking gears
- Toilet tent
- Pillows
- Trekking guide
- Porter only carries logistics ( trekking equipment, food, and water )
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the mountain.
- Ticket entrance to Rinjani National Park ($30/day per person)
- Transfer to Senggigi or Mataram after trekking.
Price excluding:
- Personal Trekking Gear — trekking shoes, jacket, raincoat, backpack
- Headlamp or Flashlight
- Airplane Tickets
- Extra Porter for Personal Luggage — USD 30/day (optional)
- Clothing — long trekking pants/trousers
- Personal Items — toiletries, sunscreen, insect repellent
- Tips for Guides and Porters (optional but appreciated)
- Additional Accommodation before or after trek (optional)
- Extra Transport Charges for certain locations
