By : Chha [A-07042022-0010]
I don't even know where Lombok or Mount Rinjani is before I hike Mount Kinabalu. It was after i come back from hiking Mount Kinabalu my friends started talking about going for something tougher, so we decided to go for Mount Rinjani. So if you are just like me, being brain washed by friends to go hike Mount Rinjani, then this post will be useful for you.
About Mount Rinjani :
Mount Rinjani is located in Indonesia, it is an active volcano on the island of Lombok. Mount Rinjani last volcano eruption was on 27 September 2016 which is only a few months before my hike there. Mount Rinjani is also one of the most hiked mountain in Indonesia, there were a lot of people during my hike up to Mount Rinjani, basically we have to rush everyday to be the first few to reach our camp site so that we can get the best spot to spend the night before everyone else.
About Lombok :
Lombok is a beautiful island in Indonesia with many smaller island surrounding it. The three most famous island around it is Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. You may choose to chill and relax at either one of this island before or after your hike. For me, i visited Gili Air because the place is lest famous among tourist and it is more relaxing there but with not much to do. If you are looking for some place more happening then Gili Trawangan would be more suitable as it is a tourist spot.
Hiking Mount Rinjani :
Honestly hiking Mount Rinjani is not easy. I heard people saying about how tough it was hiking Mount Rinjani months before i go there. It took me 1 year or practice right after hiking Mount Kinabalu, meaning, there is no rest gap between hiking Mount Kinabalu and Mount Rinjani. Even so, i still find it tough and almost give up twice on the hike up to the peak of Mount Rinjani.
"I was starving, exhausted and freezing cold. I almost gave up the hike twice ! It was at the final hike up to the peak that I give in to the toughness of the hike." - Quote (Source).
Not only the hike is tough, it also took me 4 days 3 nights to complete the entire hike and the worst was on the day to conquer the peak, it took me 12 excruciating hours of non stop hiking up and down only the peak area.
"I start hiking at 2.30 am and only finish hiking at 2.30 pm .. 12 hours of hiking up to the peak of Mount Rinjani and back down to camp site again" - Quote (Source)
"I can't even feel my legs anymore and it feels like as if I have no control over my body" - Quote (Source)
Imagine having to hike for 4 consecutive days out on the mountain with no communication to the outside world, sleeping in tent, no toilet, cold and limited rest. It is tough, mentally and physically.
What To Bring :
What to keep in mind when packing your backpack for this trip is that Mount Rinjani is in Lombok, Indonesia which mean you will have to travel oversea if you are like me, traveling from Malaysia. The hike that most people will do takes around 4 days 3 nights unless you are crazy fit then the fastest you can do to complete the hike is 3 days 2 night. The drastic change in weather between night and day is very significant. The items to bring listed below are only applicable for the 4 days 3 nights of hiking Mount Rinjani.
What to keep in mind when packing your backpack for this trip is that Mount Rinjani is in Lombok, Indonesia which mean you will have to travel oversea if you are like me, traveling from Malaysia. The hike that most people will do takes around 4 days 3 nights unless you are crazy fit then the fastest you can do to complete the hike is 3 days 2 night. The drastic change in weather between night and day is very significant. The items to bring listed below are only applicable for the 4 days 3 nights of hiking Mount Rinjani.
| Item | Quantity | Reason |
| Cloths (Short Sleeves) | 4 | |
| Cloths (Long Sleeves) | 2 | Long sleeves to prevent sunburn during the day and cold during the night |
| Long Pants | 3 | Don't wear short pants, it is very hot during the day and very cold during the night |
| Jackets | 1 | It gets very cold at night |
| Hand Glove | 1 pair | To cover your hand from sunburn |
| Sun Glasses | 1 | The sun is very bright during the day and also to avoid sunburn |
| Wind Breaker | 1 | It is very windy at night |
| Face Mask | 8 pieces | The trail is very dusty. Use must to prevent dust from entering mouth and nose also to prevent sunburn on face |
| Head Lamp | 1 | Hiking in the dark and to move around at camp side. There is no light on the mountain |
| Battery for Head Lamp | 1 pack | Just in case battery runs out |
| Drinking Water 500ml | 4 bottle | This is the minimum I bring. Depending if you can survive on minimum amount of water or not. Bring more if needed |
| Hiking Stick | 2 | Hiking up the Peak is hard, need two hiking stick to balance and avoid fall |
| Paracetamol | 1 strip | Just in case you need it |
| Hiking Shoes | 1 pair | For hiking |
| Socks | 2 pairs | In case it gets wet |
| Toilet Paper | 1 roll | There is no water and toilet. Own toilet paper is needed |
| Wet Tissues | 1 pack | Make sure to bring a big pack. There is no water for bath and washing. Use wet tissues |
| Medicines | - | Personal Medicines for personal use |
| Head Cover | 1 | To cover head from being cold and hot. Night is very cold, morning is very hot |
| Camera | 1 | Wouldn't want to miss the chance to take photo |
| Ointment | - | In case of muscle cramp and for muscle relaxation at night. Avoid those that gives you cold feeling after rub. The night is crazy cold |
| Rain Coat | 1 | In case of rain |
| Sun block | 1 bottle | Day hike is very hot |
| Towel | 1 | In case you want to take a dip in the hot spring |
Well, basically the items listed above are the items that i bring when hiking Mount Rinjani, it will varies depending on individual. Some people will bring more, some people will bring less. It all depends on your own personal preference.
Important Note :
- There is no water for bath and washing only water for drinking. So use wet tissue
- The sun can be very hot during the day, it is best to fully cover ever inch of your body with cloths to avoid sunburn.
- It is very cold at night with very strong wind. Wear something thick for a good night sleep
- Bring extra cloths if you wish to dip in the Hot Spring there and also something to cover yourself when you change your cloths there.
Expenses :
This expenses is calculated base on my entire trip, which include my stay in Lombok few days before and after the hike.
| No | Items | Ringgit Malaysia |
| 1 | Flight Penang - KL - Lombok (2-way) + 10kg luggage | 403.40 |
| 2 | Transportation at Malaysia | 40.00 |
| 3 | Transportation at Lombok | 19.82 |
| 4 | Boat to Gili Air (2-way) | 31.38 |
| 5 | Dormitory stay at Gili Air (per person) | 74.31 |
| 6 | Hotel Stay at Kuta (per person) | 89.17 |
| 7 | Food | 155.19 |
| 8 | Hiking package* | 1,154.84 |
| 9 | Hiking Insurance | 3.30 |
| 10 | Entrance to Rinjani (4 days) | 198.17 |
| 11 | Porterage fees (25kg for 4 days)** | 286.31 |
| 12 | Travel Insurance | 39.00 |
| 13 | Sim card | 8.26 |
| Total | 2,503.14 |
* Hiking package include hiking guide + 4 days food (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner) + Tent + 1st night hotel stay before hike
** You will need to inform the package company how many porter you need during the hike in advance so that they can cater to your need.
During Hike Day :
For more details information on the hike and my experience hiking Mount Rinjani, you can visit the blog post listed below.
🧗♀️ Day 1 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Sembalun @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 2 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Peak @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 3 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Hot Spring @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 4 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Senaru @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 2 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Peak @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 3 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Hot Spring @ Lombok, Indonesia
🧗♀️ Day 4 - Hiking Mount Rinjani | Senaru @ Lombok, Indonesia
Visited : July 2017
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