Package F · 2D1N

"Most People Don't Know About This One. That's Exactly Why You Should Do It."

Second Summit (Sangkareang) 2D1N

Mount Rinjani 2D1N · Via Senaru · Sangkareang Second Summit · Moderate Program

Every year, thousands of trekkers pass within sight of Mt. Sangkareang without knowing what it is. It’s the second summit of the Rinjani massif, at 3,112 meters, taller than almost every mountain in Java, with one of the most dramatic views on the entire mountain. From the top, you see both the Rinjani main summit and the full caldera spread out below.

This 2D1N program via Senaru is the most accessible way to experience a real Rinjani summit, without the intensity of a full multi-day trek. You reach Senaru Crater Rim on day one, summit Sangkareang before sunrise on day two, and return by afternoon. The ideal warm-up before a longer program, or a standalone adventure for those short on time but not on ambition.

Start

Senaru Village

Finish

Senaru Village

Duration

2 Days · 1 Night

Difficulty

Moderate · Good Fitness Required

What You'll Experience

Sangkareang 3,112mSenaru Rim 2,641mSunrise Caldera ViewFull Massif ViewSenaru Forest Trail
Day-by-day itinerary
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Arrival
Arrive at Senaru. The Summit Waits.
Arrival Day · Senaru Village · Briefing & Rest
"Not many people know where you're going tomorrow. That's part of what makes it special."

Head to Senaru Village. Transport and accommodation available as add-ons. Your guide briefs you on the Sangkareang route tonight, a trail that most Rinjani visitors walk right past without knowing what they're missing.

Arrive at SenaruTransport add-onTrekking briefing
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Trek Day 1
Through the Senaru Forest to the First Rim
~7 Hours · Senaru Village → Senaru Crater Rim 2,641m
"The Senaru forest trail is one of the most beautiful approaches on Rinjani, and almost nobody talks about it."

The trek climbs through Senaru's lush tropical forest, dense canopy, cool air, and a trail that opens dramatically at the crater rim. Lunch at Post 2. By 5 PM you arrive at Senaru Crater Rim at 2,641m, the full caldera view opens in front of you: Segara Anak Lake below, Mt. Sangkareang visible to the right. Dinner, then early sleep. The summit push starts at 3:30 AM.

Senaru forest trailPosts 1-2-3 ascentSenaru Rim campSangkareang in view
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Summit & Return
Sangkareang at Sunrise. Back by Afternoon.
~8 Hours · Sangkareang 3,112m → Senaru Rim → Senaru Village
"At 3,112 meters, looking across at Rinjani's main peak, you understand the scale of the mountain for the first time."

Wake-up at 3 AM. Summit push at 3:30 AM, about 2.5 hours to the top of Mt. Sangkareang. Sunrise around 6 AM: on one side, the full Rinjani massif and the summit at 3,726m. On the other, Segara Anak Lake in the caldera and the open sea beyond Lombok. A completely different view from anywhere else on the mountain.

After descending to camp for breakfast, continue the full descent to Senaru Village via the forest trail. Transfer to hotel or airport by mid-afternoon.

Sangkareang 3,112mSunrise caldera viewFull massif viewFinish at Senaru
What's included

Everything on the Mountain is Handled

You bring yourself and the willingness to climb. We take care of the rest.

Transport

Private pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Lombok, airport, hotel, or harbour. No shared shuttles.

Professional Guide

Licensed, English-speaking mountain guide. Your safety, pace, and comfort are their priority.

Full Camping Setup

Tent, sleeping bag, mattress, pillow, toilet tent, cooking gear, set up at every campsite.

All Meals on the Mountain

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner every trekking day, cooked fresh at camp. Hot drinks throughout.

Porter Service

Dedicated porter team carries all camping equipment. Your daypack stays light.

Park Ticket + Insurance

Official Rinjani National Park entrance and trekking insurance, processed for you.

Not Included — Bring or Arrange Yourself
International airfare
Personal trekking gear (jacket, boots, headlamp, poles)
Extra porter for personal bags
Tips for guides & porters
Pricing & service class

Choose Your Service Class

Price per person. It drops as your group grows.

StandardBest value
5–10 people$170/pax
LuxuryChairs, table & extras
1 person$400/pax
2–4 people$220/pax
5–10 people$200/pax
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Rinjani is challenging, especially the summit push, which involves 3+ hours of steep volcanic trail starting at 2:30 AM. Our pacing is designed so most trekkers with reasonable fitness complete it. No mountaineering experience needed, but you should be able to walk 6–10 hours and commit to an early start.
No. Most of our trekkers are doing their first high-altitude trek here. Our guides support all fitness levels and adjust pace accordingly. What matters more is physical preparation, cardio, leg strength, and good sleep before the trek.
April through December is trekking season. The dry months (May–August) offer the clearest summit views and most stable conditions. The mountain closes January–March during the wet season.
Quality camping tents set up by our team, tent, sleeping bag, mattress, and pillow. Luxury packages also include camping chairs and a table at every campsite.
Yes, genuinely hot. The natural springs sit right at the lake's edge, fed by geothermal activity. After a summit day, soaking here with a volcanic crater lake in front of you is exactly as good as it sounds.
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