Bali and Lombok Hiking Trip in Indonesia

You will arrive at the airport in the mid-afternoon, where your English-speaking guide will greet you. Later in the evening, you will check into your hotel and have the rest of the day to explore this captivating city at your leisure.

- Journey length: 40 min Transport 

- Accommodation: Hotel Mamaka 4*: Bali High Room or similar

- No Meals

Today is designated as a "relaxation day" aimed to help you adjust to Indonesia's climate and recover from any jet lag. The morning is yours to enjoy freely, with lunch available at your discretion. You can opt for a leisurely stroll along Kuta beach or indulge in a surfing session at your own pace. By 1 PM, you'll meet up with your guide to begin your Indonesian expedition.

Your journey will take you to the Batukaru mountain region, where your first stop will be the ancient Batukaru temple. Then, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the Balinese culture by visiting a local family's home. Here, you'll be able to learn the art of preparing Balinese cuisine and crafting Hinduist offerings alongside the family. You'll be invited to share a lovely meal with them.

As the day draws to a close, we'll ensure you're comfortably settled into your hotel in this area, ensuring you're well-prepared for tomorrow's hike.

- Journey length: 2h Drive

- Accommodation: Prana Dewi Mountain Resort- 3*mix room type or similar

- Meals: B, D

Today you'll set off on a journey through traditional Bali, beginning at 9 AM. Over the course of 4-5 hours, hike across farmlands, villages, the lush Batukaru rainforest, and panoramic rice paddies. Be prepared for a moderate challenge as you navigate steep and occasionally slippery terrain. The 4-5 hour hike will test your endurance, but the panoramic vistas make every step worthwhile.

Along the route, you'll find local villages, where you can engage with the residents and learn about the region's rich culture. Explore groves of snake fruit, cacao, and cloves, then dive into the rice paddy terraces, observing local farm life and rural scenery. This day's journey concludes at the Rice Paddies of Jatiluwih, offering an exclusive experience away from the crowds.

- Journey length: 1h30 drive and 3-4h Hike

- Accommodation: Pramana Zahill Kintamani 4*deluxe room or silimar

- Meals: B,L

Mount Abang is the tallest peak within the Mount Batur caldera, standing at an elevation of 2,152 meters above sea level. Northeast of Mount Batur, this mountain offers a challenging yet rewarding hiking experience. The trail winds through dense tropical forests for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes, including a 90-minute stretch along a slippery uphill track. It's highly recommended to wear sturdy hiking shoes for this trek.

Once you reach the summit, you'll be rewarded with truly spectacular views of the majestic summit of Rinjani in Lombok, the towering Mount Agung (Bali's highest peak), and the scenic Mount Batur alongside its serene lake.

After the hike, unwind and soothe your muscles in a relaxing hot spring along the shores of Batur lake. Enjoy a delectable lunch before continuing your journey to Candidasa for an overnight stay.

- Journey length: 2h drive plus 3h hike 

- Accommodation: Rama & Shinta Hotel - 3* : Rama room or similar

- Meals: B, L

After your breakfast at your hotel in Ubud, you will head to Padangbai Harbor to take the speedboat with your guide to Lombok Island. Once in Bangsal harbor, your driver will take you to Senaru waterfall from where you start an easy waterfall hiking to enjoy this famous Lombok waterfall. Afterward, settle down at your hostel in Senaru village and be prepared for your 3D2N Rinjani Volcano hike. 

- Journey length: 1h hiking plus 30m drive in Bali, 2h30 drive in Lombok and 3h speedboat

- Accommodation: Senaru village Lodge or similar

- Meals : B

Arrive at the office for check-in, have breakfast, and meet with the guide and crew for a briefing on the trekking itinerary. Then, transfer to Sembalun Village. Before beginning the trek, it is important to complete final registration and scan the barcode of your Trekking Pass at the Rinjani National Park Registration Office in Sembalun Lawang (1,156 m).

The trek in Sembalun begins with a gentle ascent through the village, farmland, and the open grasslands (Savanna) used for cattle grazing by locals. While walking, you can appreciate the hills of Sembalun and the majestic sight of Rinjani.

Note: Walking through the open grasslands can lead to a rapid rise in temperature due to the sun's heat; therefore, it is advised to use sunscreen and wear a hat. Walking in shorts rather than long pants will provide more comfort.

Approximately 2 hours from the gate, you will reach Post I (Rest area - Pemantauan - 1,300 meters above sea level). In less than an hour from there, you will arrive at Post II (Lunch Point - Tengengean - 1,800 meters above sea level), where you can enjoy the wonderful natural views while having lunch. Post III (Rest area - Padabalong - 1,800 meters above sea level) is approximately a 1.5-hour walk from Post II.

After that, expect another 3-3.5 hours of walking through steep trails within the cemara (pine-Casuarinas species) forest before reaching the Pelawangan (Crater Rim Sembalun) Camp area (2,639 meters above sea level). We'll aim to arrive before sunset, so you can relish the sunset with a cup of coffee or tea while the crew prepares dinner. Following dinner, you can rest well to replenish your energy for an early morning (2 am) ascent before summiting the next day.

- Journey length: 2h drive plus 8h hiking

- Elevation: +1489m

**- Accommodation:**Night in tent

- Meals: B, L, D

Be prepared to wake up exta early today to embark on the summit ascent at 2 am, as it will take approximately 3-3.5 hours to reach the summit of Mt. Rinjani (3,726 meters). Once you get there, enjoy proud feelings of satisfaction and the amazing sunrise views across the Wallace Line to Bali, Mt. Agung and Sumbawa Island. We can spend about an hour capturing photographs before descending back to the camp area.

Return down the ridge, passing numerous edelweiss plants (Bunga Abadi) to the camp for a well-deserved breakfast.

After breakfast, we'll start the descent to Segara Anak Lake. It takes approximately 2-2.5 hours to reach the lake. Along the way, soak in the views of the valley and the imposing Mt. Sangkareang to the west of Rinjani National Park.

Upon arrival, the porter will prepare your lunch while the guide leads you to the Hot Spring Water. Take a dip and relax in the hot springs, believed to possess healing properties, rejuvenating your body and spirits for the next leg of the journey.

Lunch will be served by the lakeside around 12:00-13:00. Enjoy your meal alongside the active volcano, Mt. Baru, situated in the middle of the lake. At approximately 14:00, depart from the lake area and begin the 2-3 hour ascent to the next campsite, Crater Rim Senaru.

Expect to arrive at Crater Rim Senaru before sunset. This vantage point offers a unique perspective opposite to that of the Summit, allowing you to admire the entire lake with Mt. Baru at its center.

- Journey length: 11h hiking

- Elevation: +1500m, - 500m

- Accommodation: Night in tent

- Meals: B, L, D

After breakfast, begin the descent towards Senaru village (601 meters). Rest stops will be taken along the way. Under normal conditions, lunch will be prepared at Post 1 Extra. After approximately six hours of walking from the crater rim, the trek will conclude at the Rinjani Trekking Center Office in Senaru. From there, a car will be waiting to transfer you to your next destination.

- Journey length: 2h drive plus 5h hiking

- Elevation: -2040m

- Accommodation: Night in Holiday Resort Lombok 4*: Garden Chalet Room or similar

Today offers you a leisurely day to relax and savor the beauty of Senggigi Beach.

- Accommodation: Night in Holiday Resort Lombok 4*: Garden Chalet Room or similar

- Meals: B

Today, you'll have some leisure time at your beachfront hotel before boarding a speedboat back to Bali. As you arrive to Padangbai, your driver will be waiting to escort you to your hotel check-in in Sanur. Enjoy some free time to unwind and relax in Sanur thereafter.

- Journey length: 1h drive in Lombok, 2h drive in Bali plus 3h speedboat

- Accommodation: Night in Respati Beach Hotel - 3*: deluxe room or similar

- Meals: B

Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred back to the Airport of Bali. It's time to bid farewell to your Balinese guide and driver.

- Journey length: 1h drive

- Meals: B