Do you want to go up to Rinjani 3,726 MDPL in 2026?
Stop first. Read this to the end so you don’t get surprised halfway through.
We summarize the Mount Rinjani Eco Trails – MRET experience with 200+ climbers from 2020-2025.
All cost, path, and preparation info has been updated in April 2026.
- WHEN WILL MOUNT RINJANI OPEN IN 2026?
Official Date: April 1, 2026 – December 31, 2026
This is info from TNGR – Mount Rinjani National Park.
Outside of that date, the path is closed due to the rainy season + prone to landslides.
Best time: April – June & September – October. The weather is sunny, the path is not muddy.
- HOW MANY HIKING TRAILS ARE THERE?
There are 3 official entrances:
| Pathway | Suitable for | Pros | Cons |
| Sembalun | Beginner Focus Summit | Sloping Trails, Best Sunrise View | Deep to the Lake |
| Senaru | Crater Rim Senaru, Pendaki Expert | Shady Forest, Best Sunset View | Heavy climb at the beginning |
| Torean | Lake, waterfall, Jurassic Park | New and natural pathways | Steep paths need 4D/3N |
- RIJANI CLIMBING FEES 2026 COMPLETE
Here are the details of the cost if you join an open trip / private trip:
- MANDATORY FEES FROM TNGR
- Entrance Ticket: IDR 25,000 / day Indonesian | IDR 250,000 / day foreigner
- Insurance: IDR 10,000 / person
- Simaksi: Included in the tour package
- TOUR PACKAGE COST – MRET
Prices depend on duration & number of people. 2026 average:
2D1N Summit Semalun: Starting at $250 / person
3D2N Summit + Lake: Starting at $370 / person – Best Seller
4D3N Full Price: Starting at $490/person
Includes:
Certified local guide, Porter, Meal 3x during the trek, snacks, 1 night stay before the trek, Tent, Sleeping Bag, Mattress, P3K, HT, TNGR Permit
Not Included:
Transport to Lombok, Accommodation After Trek, Private Porter, Guide & Porter Tips
- CHECKLIST OF MUST-BRING EQUIPMENT
Don’t miss it. This is your life on the mountain.
Must be from Home:
- Bag 5-10 kg
- Mountain Jacket + Raincoat – Above it is very cold 3-5°C
- Trekking Shoes – The Ones That Have Been Broken In
- Headlamp + Powerbank – Make a summit at 2 am
- 2L Drinking Bottle – Support Zero Waste Trekking
- Personal Medicine + Sunblock
- 7 IMPORTANT TIPS FOR BEGINNERS
- Physical Exercise 1 Month Prior – Run 5km, climb stairs
- Slow Pace, Don’t Speed – At MRET we walk slowly. The goal is to enjoy
- Keep Speed + Drink – Dehydrate is the main enemy in Rinjani
- Listen to a Guide – Local guide memorizes the weather and trails
- Bring the Trash Down – Our Principles: Enjoy,Protect,Inherit
- Mentally Prepare for the Summit – 2 am – 7 am. But the view is worth the price.
- Booking H-1 Month – Limited TNGR Quota
- WHY TREK WITH MOUNT RINJANI ECO TRAILS?
We’re not the biggest EO. But we understand Rinjani best.
Reasons 200+ guests choose MRET:
- 100% Senaru Local Team – We were born at the foot of Mount Rinjani
- Small Group Max 4 People – More Secure & Personal
- Safety No.1 – Guide bersertifikat Wilderness First Aid
- Eco Commitment – We bring down garbage & decent porter salaries
- Photo Documentation – Our guide is good at photographing you
FAQ
Q: Beginners can join?
A: Yes. Take a 4D/3N or 5D/4N package via Sembalun. Practice first 1 month.
Q: Is it dangerous?
A: It is safe to follow professional SOPs and guides. Check the status of the mountain with PVMBG before leaving.
Q: Can you see the new Finger Mountain?
A: It can be from the lip of the caldera. But it is forbidden to approach the top because it is still active.
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READY TO CONQUER RINJANI 2026?
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Mount Rinjani Trails – Enjoy. Protect. Inherit.
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Disclaimer:
Prices and regulations are subject to change at any time following the policies of TNGR and PVMBG. This article was written based on the experience of Mount Rinjani Eco Trails and the latest data of April 2026. Always check the latest updates before leaving.