Gunung Rinjani National Park

Overview Gunung Rinjani National Park is a protected area on Lombok island, Indonesia, built around an active stratovolcano whose summit reaches 3,726 meters. The park is centered on a large volcanic caldera that contains a crater lake and an active inner cone.

What visitors find Multi-day trekking is the primary activity, with common itineraries lasting 2 to 4 days that climb to the crater rim and descend to the caldera lake. Hikers encounter steep volcanic terrain, campsites at the caldera, and panoramic views of Lombok and neighbouring islands on clear days.

The caldera contains the prominent Segara Anak lake and the younger Barujari cone, which are major natural highlights and common destinations on organized treks. Hot springs near the caldera and varied montane vegetation add ecological and relaxation interest for visitors.

History The landscape is volcanic in origin, formed by successive eruptions that created the summit, caldera, and the inner cone. Human use has included local ritual significance for Sasak communities and, more recently, organized trekking and conservation management under national park protections.

Location The park occupies the central-northern sector of Lombok in West Nusa Tenggara province, rising sharply above the island’s coastal plains. Access is typically from Lombok’s northern villages that serve as trailhead gateways.

• Elevation: The summit reaches 3,726 meters, making it one of Indonesia's highest volcanoes and the island of Lombok's dominant peak.
• Trek duration and access: Standard trekking itineraries typically take 2 to 4 days and require basic mountain experience; guided treks are the norm for safety and permits.

What to See #

• Summit (Gunung Rinjani): Sits at the top of the volcanic complex and reaches 3,726 meters above sea level; it is the highest point in the park and the focal point for summit attempts.
• Segara Anak (crater lake): A large caldera lake within the volcano that is a common overnight campsite on multi-day treks and a striking central feature of the park.
• Barujari volcanic cone: A smaller, active volcanic cone inside the caldera that has been the site of relatively recent eruptive activity and gives the caldera its layered volcanic structure.
• Trailheads and gateway villages (Senaru and Sembalun): Two main trailheads and gateway villages used by trekkers, commonly approached from the villages on Lombok's northern slopes; they provide local guides and basic accommodation for multi-day routes.