Mount Rinjani Trekking SOPs 2025
Rinjani Standard Operational Procedure ( SOPS ) 2025. Recommendation before trekking Rinjani.
Rinjani Standard Operational Procedures are designed to ensure climbers’ safety and preserve the area’s natural beauty. Please read carefully.
Mount Rinjani is one of Indonesia’s most stunning volcanoes, attracting adventurers worldwide to reach its peak. But before embarking on this life-changing journey, climbers must comply with the SOP to ensure safety and protect the environment.
This article will discuss essential recommendations for a successful and enjoyable trip, from preparing for the climb to understanding local regulations.
The Mount Rinjani SOP has been established by the National Park Authority to ensure the safety of climbers and protect the environment. It should include necessary details such as registration, hiking permit guidelines, and environmental regulations.
Here are the key steps climbers must follow:
1. Check the Entrance Ticket quota:
Regulations limit the number of daily trekkers to 240 people for three climbing routes: Sembalun, Senaru, and Torean. To avoid one-sidedness and tour operator cancellation, Please ask the tour operator about the availability of entrance tickets on the specified date.
You can check online by downloading the E-Rinjani App via Playstore on Android. If the tickets are fully booked, you will not be able to climb Rinjani.
2 . Registration:
For ticket registration, visit the website or download it from the Play Store. For your comfort, contact us. Every booking you made with Green Rinjani included an Entry ticket to Mount Rinjani National Park.
3. Medical Check-up:
A health certificate is required at least 24 hours before climbing Mount Rinjani. It will be checked at the entrance, and if you do not have one, you will be asked to return and undergo a health check.
You should have a health certificate the day before the hike and bring it with you. If you are in Senaru village and need a Medical check-up, you can come to Green Rinjani office, where the doctor handles it.
4. Tour operator :
For your trekking activities, we recommend hiring a local, licensed tour organizer. These organizers have official authorization from the Gunung Rinjani National Park Office.
Benefits of using a Local Service:
- Assistance with National Park ticket bookings.
- Ease in logistics preparation.
- They are experienced and very familiar with the Mount Rinjani route.
- Local people continually participate in keeping Mount Rinjani safe and clean.
Always choose a local tour operator wisely. Enjoy your trekking and invite yourself to participate in protecting Mount Rinjani.
5. Environmental Regulations:
Mount Rinjani, a stunning and ecologically significant destination, is designated as a protected area. As such, climbers and trekkers must adhere to specific environmental regulations to preserve their natural beauty and biodiversity.
Key guidelines include proper waste management practices. All climbers must ensure they take all trash and waste back with them upon completing their trek. This helps keep the trails clean and minimizes the environmental impact on the local wildlife and native vegetation.
In an important step towards sustainability, the national park management will introduce a zero-waste climbing initiative starting in 2025. This program aims to eliminate waste generation during climbs and promote environmentally responsible practices among visitors.
Recommendations:
To actively contribute to these local government efforts and the preservation of Mount Rinjani, we strongly encourage you to choose/book trekking packages from tour operators that prioritize zero-waste trekking principles.
Our company has pioneered sustainable trekking practices for several years and is committed to promoting conservation and responsible tourism. By selecting these eco-friendly options, you help ensure Mount Rinjani remains a beautiful and pristine destination for future generations.
6. Group Size.
Suppose you are planning a climb to Mount Rinjani and want to join a shared group. Ideally, the group size for sharing packages is 6-8 people. But when you want to hike with your group, one group can be up to 20 hikers.
Recommendation:
For sharing programs. Please ask the tour operator the number of participants in a group and how many guides they provide.
Regulations at Green Rinjani are:
- 6 to 10 participants using two guides. 1 guide will serve a maximum of 5 participants.
- 1 porter is provided for one climber in the standard program. It can be changed to defend the trekking package you reserve.
7. Preparing for the Rinjani Trek: Essential Training Tips
Climbing Mount Rinjani is a challenging yet rewarding experience, attracting trekkers from all over the world. Make sure you are safe. Physical and mental preparation is highly recommended. Here’s everything you need to know about training for the Rinjani trek:
1. Physical exercise.
Climbing Mount Rinjani involves steep ascents, high altitudes, and long days of hiking—sometimes for up to 10–12 hours per day. This makes preparation essential. Here are a few reasons why training is crucial:
Increase Stamina: You’ll need to maintain energy throughout the long hike, so endurance is key. Without proper preparation, the physical toll of continuous uphill hiking could be overwhelming.
Build Leg Strength: Much of the trek involves walking on uneven, rocky, and steep terrain. Having strong leg muscles will help you navigate this with less fatigue.
Improve Cardio Fitness: The air at high altitudes has lower oxygen levels, which places additional strain on your heart and lungs. Cardiovascular fitness is necessary to cope with strenuous climbs and thin air.
Prevent Injuries: Proper training helps strengthen the muscles and joints that will bear the brunt of the load, reducing the risk of injuries during the trek.
2. What to Train: Key Areas to Focus On
For a successful Mount Rinjani trek, you must focus on building strength, stamina, and flexibility. Here’s a breakdown of the key areas to work on:
A. Cardiovascular Endurance
Rinjani’s terrain demands long hours of walking, often with steep uphill sections, which makes cardiovascular conditioning vital.
What to Do:
- Running: Regular running sessions, focusing on long-distance running (at least 3–5 miles per session), will help increase your stamina.
- Hiking: If possible, practice on trails with elevation to mimic the conditions of the trek.
- Cycling or Swimming: These exercises are great for building cardiovascular fitness with lower joint impact.
B. Leg and Lower Body Strength
The constant ascents on Mount Rinjani will challenge your legs, especially the quads, hamstrings, calves, and glutes. Strengthening these muscles will make the climb much easier.
What to Do:
- Stair Climbing: This is one of the best exercises to mimic the kind of uphill climbing you’ll face. Use a stair machine at the gym or, even better, find a staircase in your area and climb it for 30–60 minutes.
- Lunges: Walking lunges, squats, and step-ups will help build leg strength.
- Hill Walking: If you have access to a hill, practice walking up and down. The gradient should be steep enough to build strength.
C. Core Stability and Balance
Your core plays a critical role in maintaining balance and posture during your hike, especially on uneven and rocky paths.
What to Do:
- Planks: Plank exercises strengthen the core muscles, improving posture and stability.
- Leg Raises: These help to build both core and leg strength simultaneously.
- Balance Exercises: Try standing on one leg or using a balance board to improve your overall balance.
D. Flexibility
Stretching your muscles to maintain flexibility is important to avoid injury and muscle tightness, particularly when hiking on tough terrain.
What to Do:
- Yoga: Yoga or dynamic stretching routines can help improve flexibility in your legs, back, and arms.
- Stretching: Stretch your quads, hamstrings, calves, and hip flexors regularly. This will prevent muscle stiffness and cramps.
3. Simulating Trek Conditions in Your Training
While training at a gym or on flat terrain is useful, it’s crucial to mimic the conditions of the Rinjani trek as closely as possible.
A. Hike with a Backpack
- Why It’s Important: On your trek, you’ll carry a backpack containing your essentials (water, food, clothing, etc.). Training with a weighted backpack helps you get used to carrying weight, which will make the trek more manageable.
- What to Do: Gradually increase the weight of your backpack during your hikes. Start with a light load and increase it as you build strength. Aim for about 10–15% of your body weight.
B. Train in Different Weather Conditions
Why It’s Important: Rinjani’s weather can change rapidly, and you may face conditions ranging from hot days to cold nights and unpredictable rainfall.
What to Do: If you live in a temperate climate, try training in different weather conditions, such as walking in the rain or practicing in colder environments.
C. Elevation Training (if possible)
Why It’s Important: Mount Rinjani stands at 3,726 meters (12,224 feet), and you’ll be trekking at high altitudes. Training at altitude, or simulating it, can help your body acclimatize.
What to Do: If you live near a mountain or high-altitude area, consider trekking or hiking at elevation. Alternatively, some people use elevation masks to simulate the effect of higher altitudes during workouts.
4. Practice Mental Toughness
While physical fitness is necessary, mental endurance is just as essential for a successful Rinjani climb. Trekking for hours, often on steep inclines, can be mentally taxing.
What to Do:
- Push Through Fatigue: During your training hikes, occasionally push yourself to go a little further or harder than usual.
- Meditation: Practicing mindfulness or meditation helps maintain a positive mindset, especially when you’re fatigued on the trail.
- Visualization: Visualizing yourself reaching the summit can help build your mental resilience for the trek.
5. Other Important Tips
- Altitude Acclimatization: Arrive at Lombok at least a day or two before your trek to allow your body to adjust to the altitude and climate. This helps reduce the chances of altitude sickness.
- Hydration and Nutrition: Train your body to stay hydrated and nourished. Bring snacks like energy bars, nuts, and dried fruit during your hikes, and make sure to drink plenty of water.
- Proper Footwear: Invest in a good pair of trekking boots that offer ankle support, grip, and comfort. Break them in during your training to avoid blisters on the trail.
8 . Mount Rinjani Trekking routes the most popular trekking route
The most popular rinjani trekking route in 2025 is
1. Sembalun
2. Senaru
3 Torean
9. Mount Rinjani trekking Program
Trekking Mount Rinjani, the most popular trekking program, is typically arranged based on the number of days trekkers want to spend on the mountain. These programs can be customized, but most commonly, the duration options are:
1. Rinjani Trekking 2day 1 night summit 3.726 m semablun – sembalun
2. Rinjani trekking 2day 1 night crater rim 2.641 m senaru – senaru
3. Rinjani Trekking 3day 2 night Summit 3.726 m sembalun senaru
4. Rinjani trekking 4day 3 night summit 3.726 m sembalun- senaru
5 . Rinjani Trekking 3day 2 night summit 3.726 m sembalun torean
6. Rinajni Trekking 3day 2 night carter lake 2.641 m torean -senaru
10 . Rinjani Trekking Price
How to Check Our Prices and Book Your Trek?
To check the price for your desired tour package, please follow these simple step:
- Visit Our Tour Program Page
- Go to the Tour Program section on our homepage.
- Scroll Down to the Reservation Form
- Once you’re on the tour program page, scroll down until you find the Reservation Form at the bottom of the page.
- Select Your Tour Package
- In the reservation form, you will see options to choose between the Deluxe or Standard tour packages. Click on the option that best suits your needs, and the price for that package will be displayed.
- Agree to the Price & Fill Out the Reservation Form
- If you’re happy with the price and ready to book your trip, complete the reservation form with your details.
Receive Your Invoice
To confirm your booking, a 25% deposit is required. Payment instructions will be included in the invoice.
Next Steps to Confirm Your Reservation
To secure your booking, here are the next steps we’ll need to complete:
- Passport Copy: As part of our booking process, we kindly request a copy of each traveler’s passport for identification. This helps us ensure all the necessary details are correct for your trip. Please email a scanned copy or a clear photo of the relevant page of your passport as soon as possible.
- Deposit Payment: A deposit is required to confirm your reservation. This helps us secure your spot and prepare for your trip with us. The deposit amount is a minimum of 25% of the total amount, and your reservation is to be confirmed after you have paid your deposit.
Payment Methods for Deposit
For your convenience, we offer two secure payment options to pay your deposit:
1. Bank Transfer: You can transfer the deposit amount directly to our bank account. If you choose this option, we will send you the necessary banking details,
2. PayPal: If you prefer to use PayPal, we can provide a payment link. It’s a quick and easy option for online payments. In this case, we need your Paypal account or email address
Please let us know your preferred payment method, and we will send you the corresponding details.
What Happens After the Deposit Is Received?
After you’ve made your deposit for your upcoming trip to Lombok, a few critical steps will be taken to ensure everything is ready for your arrival. The deposit secures your booking, but one more essential task before your arrival is sending your arrival details to the accommodation or service provider.
To ensure a smooth transition from your journey to your destination, please send us your arrival details at least two days before your expected arrival date. This information is crucial for our team to prepare and coordinate everything to ensure a hassle-free experience.
Here’s a breakdown of the essential details we need:
1. If You Are Arriving by Flight: Please send us your flight details (flight number, arrival time) so we can arrange your airport pick-up.
2. If You Are Arriving by Fast Boat:Please send us the name of your fast boat company and arrival time so we can coordinate your pick-up.
3. If You Are Already in Lombok: If you’re already in Lombok, we would appreciate knowing the name of your hotel or pick-up area and the pick-up time so we can meet you at the correct location.
Next Steps:
Once we have your arrival details, we’ll finalize all your travel arrangements and ensure a smooth and seamless experience.
Why Are These Details Important?
Sending your arrival information beforehand ensures that everything goes according to plan once you land in Lombok. Whether arranging transportation, preparing a welcome package, or ensuring your accommodation is ready for check-in, these details help us provide a seamless experience from start to finish.
If any of your plans change or there are delays, please inform us as soon as possible so we can adjust accordingly. We’re committed to making your stay in Lombok as enjoyable and stress-free as possible, and providing your arrival details in advance helps us do just that!
Please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help!
We look forward to welcoming you to Lombok and ensuring your unforgettable trip.
