Famed for its tremendous beauty and eerie isolation, Mount Rinjani isIndonesia’s second highest mountain outside Irian Jaya. Although it is adominant geographical phenomenon, its peak is rarely seen from the lowlands, as it is often shrouded in cloud.We consider Gunung Rinjani to be the best short adventure on the planet. It offers the adventurous awesome scenery, waterfalls, rain forests, wildlife,hot springs, caves, demanding hiking, pristine lakes, interesting culture andof course a volcano all in one week.Gunung Rinjani is considered by all in Lombok and Bali as sacred.
It is believed that the Gods reside on its summit and that the hot springs thatbubble from it contain remarkable healing properties. It is for these reasonsthat the trek up Rinjani is far more important than just the climb itself; it isa pilgrimage to the Gods and all their powers.No Roads Expeditions takes small groups through this wonderful nationalpark to the summit of Mount Rinjani. We are the only trekking company that takes you that much further, to the summit of a truly magnificent mountain.
All expeditions are guided by a bi-lingual guide, porters are provided for, so are tents, sleeping bags and cooking utensils. All food is covered for on the mountain. All park fees and admission fees are also included.
Day 01
Arrive in Bali and transfer to your hotel.
Day 02
Transfer to Denpasar Airport for flight to Lombok. From there we will pick you up and take you to the Sheraton on Sengiggi beach. There will be a briefing on the climb either today or the following morning. The day is free to shop for last minute things.
Day 03
An early start for the beginning of a challenging day ahead. Our car will pick us up and transfer us to Lawang. From there we will trek through savannah like country, up the steep outer rim and camp at base camp. (8 hours walk)
Day 04
Another early day with a 2 am wake p for our summit attempt. We hope to reach the summit by sunrise, about 630am for the awesome views over the crater lake, Bali and Sumbawa. We then walk down to the shore of Segara Anak.
Day 05
Today will be spent relaxing in the nearby hot springs and exploring the steaming Milk caves. After a satisfying lunch it’s a testing trek up the other side of the caldera to the northern rim camp. Sunset from here is awesome.
Day 06
We are not in a hurry anymore as we are satisfied with what we have done. We head down to Senaru via pristine primary rain forests. We have a good chance to see some wildlife today. Overnight in a local guest house.
Day 07
Today we head back down to the coast and alight our small boat for Gili Tranwangan. There you will have lunch and snorkel to your hearts content. In the afternoon we will boat back to Sengiggi and check into the Sheraton in time for dinner.
Day 08
After breakfast we will fly back to Bali. Overnight in Hotel. Free time to shop or relax.
Day 09
Depart for next destination
Price
AUD$ 1490 (Ex Bali)
If you are travelling alone a AUD$189 Single Supplement will apply.
Expedition Schedule
8 May 09 - 16 May 09
10 May 09 - 18 May 09
6 Jun 09 - 14 Jun 09
8 Jun 09 - 16 Jun 09 PNG Porters Expedition.
6 Jul 09 - 14 Jul 09
8 Jul 09 - 16 Jul 09
3 Sep 09 - 11 Sep 09
20 Sep 09 - 28 Sep 09
1 Oct 09 - 9 Oct 09
3 Oct 09 - 11 Oct 09
1 Nov 09 - 9 Nov 09
Exclusions
- Transfer to and from airport in Bali
- Tips for Porters and Guides (these are optional)
- Travel insurance (appropriate insurance can be purchased from us)