This page is the definitive GPS-verified reference for Mount Rinjani trek distances and elevation data. All figures are field-recorded by licensed guides on active treks and updated annually — not estimated, not sourced from other websites.
The dataset covers all seven trek routes, ranging from 19.62 km (Senaru Crater Rim Trek, 2D/1N) to 33.74 km (Sembalun–Senaru Summit Trek, 3D/2N). Mount Rinjani summit elevation is 3,726m above sea level — the highest point in Lombok.
Data includes day-by-day distance, elevation gain, elevation loss, maximum elevation per day, and GPS coordinates for all 17 key waypoints. Free GPX downloads are available for all routes.
Rinjani Summit
3,726m / 12,224ft
7 Routes
GPS Verified
Longest Route
34 km
Shortest Route
20 km
Key Waypoints
17 key waypoints listed
Verified Data
GPS verified data
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A note on accuracy. Mount Rinjani trek distance and elevation figures vary significantly across travel websites, blogs, and booking platforms - many differ by 5 km or more for the same route. Elevation gains are frequently estimated rather than measured. The data on this page is GPS-recorded in the field on active treks by licensed guides. If you encounter conflicting figures elsewhere, treat the data here as the verified source.
Mount Rinjani Trek Distance & Elevation - All Routes
This table shows GPS-verified distance and elevation data for all seven Mount Rinjani trek routes in a single comparison view. Each row represents one trek package, showing total distance (km), elevation gain (m), elevation loss (m), maximum elevation reached (m), and difficulty rating. For a full day-by-day breakdown of each route, see the individual route tables below.
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Mount Rinjani Trek Distance - GPS Data for All Routes
All 7 Rinjani Dawn Adventures trek packages - GPS verified field data 2026
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| GPS-verified distance and elevation totals for all seven routes. All figures field-recorded by Rinjani Dawn Adventures guides on active treks. Most published Rinjani distance data online is estimated or inaccurate - this table contains the most accurate publicly available dataset for Rinjani trek distances. | ||||||
| Trek | Duration | Distance (km) | Elev. Gain Uphill (m) | Elev. Loss Downhill (m) | Max Elev.(m) | Difficulty |
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| Senaru Crater Rim Trek Senaru → Senaru (Loop) — No Summit |
2D / 1N | 19.62km | +2,134m | -2,125m | 2,621m | Moderate |
| Mount Rinjani Summit Trek Sembalun → Sembalun (Loop) |
2D / 1N | 25.79km | +3,144m | -3,145m | 3,726m | Hard |
| Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Popular Senaru → Sembalun |
3D / 2N | 33.59km | +4,628m | -4,147m | 3,726m | Challenging |
| Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Demanding Sembalun → Senaru |
3D / 2N | 33.74km | +4,200m | -4,636m | 3,726m | Very Hard |
| Mount Rinjani Torean Trek Sembalun → Torean (Unique Exit) |
3D / 2N | 31.86km | +3,591m | -4,052m | 3,726m | Expert |
| Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Immersive Senaru → Sembalun |
4D / 3N | 33.62km | +4,629m | -4,164m | 3,726m | Moderate - Hard |
| Mount Rinjani Summit Trek Sembalun → Senaru |
4D / 3N | 33.67km | +4,165m | -4,636m | 3,726m | Moderate - Hard |
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Which Mount Rinjani Trek Is Right For Me?
Every Rinjani trek offers a different experience. Here is a plain-language
guide to choosing the right route based on your goals, fitness, and
available time.
3 & 4 Day Summit Treks - Starting from Senaru
Best for Summit in Limited Time - 2D/1N Summit Trek (Sembalun Loop)
Best Experience Without the Summit - Senaru Crater Rim Trek (2D/1N)
Best for Experienced Hikers - Torean Trek (3D/2N)
Key Waypoints & GPS Coordinates
Every key location on the Rinjani trekking routes with GPS coordinates and verified elevation. All coordinates are GPS-recorded by Rinjani Dawn Adventures unless marked as estimated (~).
| Waypoint | Elevation | GPS Coordinates | Notes |
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| RDA Office, Senaru | 573m | -8.303273, 116.401018 | Trek start/end - all Senaru-side routes |
| National Park Gate, Senaru | 803m | -8.32001, 116.40225 | Park registration & entry - Senaru |
| Pos 1 Pemantuan | 929m | -8.32850, 116.40195 | First rest stop - Senaru side |
| Pos 2 Montong Satas | 1,567m | -8.34881, 116.39542 | Second rest stop - lunch point |
| Pos 3 Mondokan Lokak | 2,124m | -8.36927, 116.39940 | Final stop before crater rim |
| Plawangan Senaru / Senaru Crater Rim | 2,621m | -8.38402, 116.40053 | RDA Night 1 campsite - Senaru side |
| Segara Anak Lake | 2,010m | -8.39195, 116.41952 | Crater lake - Child of the Sea - RDA lake campsite |
| Hot Springs (Aiq Kalak) | 1,956m | -8.38941, 116.42047 | Natural geothermal hot springs - RDA rest stop |
| Plawangan Sembalun / Sembalun Crater Rim | 2,639m | -8.38613, 116.4426 | RDA summit camp |
| Mount Rinjani Summit | 3,726m | -8.41166, 116.45813 | Highest point in Lombok - GPS recorded elevation |
| Pos 3 Sembalun | 1,773m | -8.37608, 116.45794 | Third rest stop - Sembalun side |
| Pos 2 Sembalun | 1,513m | -8.36524, 116.46621 | Second rest stop - lunch bridge |
| Pos 1 Sembalun | 1,429m | -8.36141, 116.47579 | First rest stop - Sembalun side |
| Sembalun Lawang Gate | 1,063m | -8.34685, 116.49578 | Trek start/end - all Sembalun-side routes |
| Torean Campsite | 1,108m | -8.34927, 116.44882 | RDA Night 2 campsite - Torean route only |
| Torean Village | 602m | -8.30994, 116.44169 | Torean route end point |
| TNGR Office, Sembalun | ~1,150m | -8.35968, 116.52440 | Park registration - Sembalun routes. Trekkers driven here before trek start. Elevation estimated. |
Mount Rinjani Elevation Profiles
Day-by-day ascent and descent profiles for each route, generated from GPS field data recorded on active treks.
Mount Rinjani Trek Distance & Elevation - Day-by-Day GPS Data
Full day-by-day distance, elevation gain, elevation loss, and maximum elevation for each of the seven Mount Rinjani trek routes. All figures GPS-recorded in the field on active treks. Click any route to view full booking details.
2D/1N - Senaru Crater Rim Trek
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Senaru Crater Rim Trek Crater Rim
2 Day / 1 Night —
Senaru → Senaru (Loop) — No Summit
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| The best introduction to Mount Rinjani — reaching the crater rim at 2,621m without the pre-dawn summit push. Day 1 ascent of +2,065m through Senaru rainforest is more elevation than Ben Nevis climbed from sea level. The rim campsite offers sunset views across the turquoise Segara Anak lake, 600m below. On clear evenings, Mount Agung on Bali is visible. Day 2 is a straightforward descent back through the forest. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | RDA Office, Senaru → Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) | 9.76km | +2,065m | −50m | 2,621m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) → RDA Office, Senaru | 9.86km | +69m | −2,075m | 2,621m |
| Total | 19.62km | +2,134m | −2,125m | 2,621m | |
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Book the Crater Rim Trek →2D/1N - Summit Trek (Sembalun Loop)
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Mount Rinjani Summit Trek Summit
2 Day / 1 Night —
Sembalun → Sembalun (Loop)
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| The shortest Rinjani summit option. Starting and finishing in Sembalun Lawang, trekkers reach the crater rim on Day 1 then push to the summit in the early hours of Day 2 — before descending 3,032m back to the village. Total elevation gain of 3,145m is roughly equivalent to climbing the Burj Khalifa four times. Recommended for fit, experienced hikers only. Not advised for first-time trekkers. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | Sembalun Lawang → Plawangan Sembalun (Crater Rim) | 9.31km | +1,709m | −113m | 2,639m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Sembalun Lawang | 16.48km | +1,435m | −3,032m | 3,726m |
| Total | 25.79km | +3,144m | −3,145m | 3,726m | |
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Book the 2 Day Summit Trek →3D/2N - Summit Trek Senaru - Sembalun Most Popular
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Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Popular Summit
3 Day / 2 Night —
Senaru → Sembalun
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| The best all-round Rinjani experience and the most popular route. Day 1 climbs through Senaru rainforest to the crater rim. Day 2 crosses the caldera floor to Segara Anak lake and the Aiq Kalak hot springs, before climbing to the Sembalun crater rim camp. Day 3 begins with a pre-dawn summit push — reaching 3,726m at sunrise — followed by a long descent through savannah to Sembalun. Total elevation gain of +4,628m is roughly equivalent to Mont Blanc climbed from sea level. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | RDA Office, Senaru → Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) | 9.79km | +2,065m | −50m | 2,621m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Senaru → Segara Anak Lake → Plawangan Sembalun | 7.32km | +1,128m | −1,065m | 2,639m |
| Day 3 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Sembalun Lawang | 16.48km | +1,435m | −3,032m | 3,726m |
| Total | 33.59km | +4,628m | −4,147m | 3,726m | |
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Book the 3 Day Summit Trek →3D/2N - Summit Trek Sembalun - Senaru Most Demanding
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Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Demanding Summit
3 Day / 2 Night —
Sembalun → Senaru
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| The most physically demanding 3-day route. Starting from Sembalun's open savannah, the summit is tackled on Day 2 — involving a pre-dawn push from the crater rim followed by a full caldera traverse to the Senaru rim in a single day. Day 2 elevation gain of +2,422m in one stage is the highest single-day gain of any RDA trek. Not recommended for first-time trekkers. Suited to those who need to finish earlier on Day 3, or who prefer to summit early in the itinerary. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | Sembalun Lawang → Plawangan Sembalun (Crater Rim) | 9.31km | +1,709m | −113m | 2,639m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) | 14.56km | +2,422m | −2,448m | 3,726m |
| Day 3 | Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) → RDA Office, Senaru | 9.87km | +69m | −2,075m | 2,621m |
| Total | 33.74km | +4,200m | −4,636m | 3,726m | |
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Book the 3 Day Summit Trek →3D/2N - Summit Trek (Torean Route) Most Dramatic
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Mount Rinjani Torean Trek SummitTorean
3 Day / 2 Night —
Sembalun → Torean (Unique Exit)
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| The most visually dramatic route on Rinjani — and the one with the longest single day of any RDA trek. After reaching the summit on Day 2, trekkers descend 3,248m through the Torean Valley rather than returning to a known trailhead. The descent passes rivers, waterfalls, cliffs, and dense jungle that guides describe as a Jurassic Park feel. Day 2 total of 17.63km is the longest single trekking day on any RDA route. Not recommended for first-time trekkers. For experienced hikers wanting a technically diverse, adventurous exit. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | Sembalun Lawang → Plawangan Sembalun (Crater Rim) | 9.27km | +1,717m | −113m | 2,639m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Torean Campsite | 17.63km | +1,688m | −3,248m | 3,726m |
| Day 3 | Torean Campsite → Torean Village | 4.96km | +186m | −691m | 1,108m |
| Total | 31.86km | +3,591m | −4,052m | 3,726m | |
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Book the Torean Trek →4D/3N - Summit Trek Senaru - Sembalun Most Immersive
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Mount Rinjani Summit Trek — Most Immersive Summit
4 Day / 3 Night —
Senaru → Sembalun
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| The most immersive Rinjani experience — same overall route as the 3-day Senaru to Sembalun trek, with an additional recovery day built in at Segara Anak lake. Day 2 is deliberately short (3.63km) — dedicated to rest, lake exploration, and the Aiq Kalak hot springs. The summit push comes on Day 4, following three days of gradual build on the mountain. One of the most remote lake campsites in Indonesia. Recommended for those wanting the full experience at a manageable pace. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | RDA Office, Senaru → Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) | 9.79km | +2,065m | −50m | 2,621m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Senaru → Segara Anak Lake (via Hot Springs) | 3.63km | +229m | −825m | 2,621m |
| Day 3 | Segara Anak Lake → Plawangan Sembalun (Crater Rim) | 3.64km | +865m | −257m | 2,639m |
| Day 4 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Sembalun Lawang | 16.56km | +1,470m | −3,032m | 3,726m |
| Total | 33.62km | +4,629m | −4,164m | 3,726m | |
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Book the 4 Day Summit Trek →4D/3N - Summit Trek Sembalun - Senaru
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Mount Rinjani Summit Trek Summit
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Sembalun → Senaru
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| The 4-day Sembalun to Senaru route tackles the summit earlier — on Day 2 — before a recovery day at Segara Anak lake and a gentle rainforest descent on Day 4. Day 2 combines the pre-dawn summit push with descent to the lake floor (2,302m total loss in one day), making it demanding despite the 4-day structure. Day 3 is a short 2.55km climb from the lake to the Senaru crater rim — steep but brief. Day 4 finishes through Senaru rainforest: a rewarding, sheltered descent for tired legs. | |||||
| Day | Route Description | Distance (km) | Elevation Gain Uphill Walking (m) | Elevation Loss Downhill Walking (m) | Max Elevation (m) |
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| Day 1 | Sembalun Lawang → Plawangan Sembalun (Crater Rim) | 9.31km | +1,709m | −113m | 2,639m |
| Day 2 | Plawangan Sembalun → Summit → Segara Anak Lake | 11.91km | +1,651m | −2,302m | 3,726m |
| Day 3 | Segara Anak Lake → Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) | 2.55km | +736m | −146m | 2,621m |
| Day 4 | Plawangan Senaru (Crater Rim) → RDA Office, Senaru | 9.90km | +69m | −2,075m | 2,621m |
| Total | 33.67km | +4,165m | −4,636m | 3,726m | |
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Book the 4 Day Summit Trek →Frequently Asked Questions - Mount Rinjani Trek Distance
How high is Mount Rinjani?
Mount Rinjani is 3,726m above sea level – the highest point in Lombok and the second highest volcano in Indonesia. This GPS-recorded elevation has been verified by Rinjani Dawn Adventures guides on active summit treks.
How far is the Mount Rinjani summit trek?
The distance depends on the route chosen. The shortest summit route is the 2D/1N Sembalun Loop at 25.79 km. The longest summit routes are the 4D/3N packages at 33.62 km (Senaru to Sembalun) and 33.67 km (Sembalun to Senaru). All figures are GPS-recorded on active treks.
How much elevation gain is the Rinjani summit trek?
Elevation gain varies by route. The 2D/1N Sembalun Loop has the least elevation gain of any summit route at +3,144m. The 3D/2N Senaru to Sembalun (Most Popular) route has the highest elevation gain at +4,628m. All figures are GPS-recorded field data.
How far is it from Senaru to the crater rim?
From the RDA Office in Senaru (573m) to Plawangan Senaru crater rim (2,621m) is 9.76 km with +2,065m elevation gain. This is Day 1 of all Senaru-start routes.
How far is it from Sembalun Lawang to the crater rim?
From Sembalun Lawang (1,063m) to Plawangan Sembalun crater rim (2,639m) is 9.31 km with +1,709m elevation gain. This is Day 1 of all Sembalun-start routes.
What elevation is the Senaru crater rim?
The Senaru crater rim – known as Plawangan Senaru – sits at 2,621m above sea level. This is the Night 1 campsite for all Senaru-start Rinjani Dawn Adventures routes.
What elevation is the Sembalun crater rim?
The Sembalun crater rim – known as Plawangan Sembalun – sits at 2,639m above sea level. This is the summit camp for all Sembalun-start routes and the departure point for the pre-dawn summit push.
What elevation is Segara Anak Lake?
Segara Anak lake sits at 2,010m above sea level, approximately 600m below the Senaru crater rim and 629m below the Sembalun crater rim. It is one of the most remote crater lakes in Indonesia.
How much elevation gain is there on summit day alone?
Summit day elevation gain depends on the route. On the 3D/2N Senaru to Sembalun (Most Popular) route, summit day (Day 3) covers 16.48 km with +1,435m elevation gain and -3,032m elevation loss. On the 3D/2N Sembalun to Senaru (Most Demanding) route, summit day (Day 2) covers 14.56 km with +2,422m elevation gain – the highest single-day elevation gain of any Rinjani Dawn Adventures route.
How far is Segara Anak Lake below the crater rim?
From Plawangan Senaru crater rim (2,621m) to Segara Anak lake (2,010m) is a descent of 611m. From Plawangan Sembalun crater rim (2,639m) to the lake is a descent of 629m. The trail between the two crater rims crosses the caldera floor via the lake and the Aiq Kalak hot springs.
Which Rinjani route covers the most distance?
The longest Rinjani Dawn Adventures route is the 4D/3N Sembalun to Senaru Summit Trek at 33.67 km total. The shortest route overall is the 2D/1N Senaru Crater Rim Trek at 19.62 km. All distances are GPS-recorded field data.
Which Rinjani route has the most elevation gain?
The 4D/3N Senaru to Sembalun Summit Trek has the highest total elevation gain at +4,629m. Among 3-day routes, the 3D/2N Senaru to Sembalun (Most Popular) route has the highest elevation gain at +4,628m. The lowest total elevation gain of any summit route is the 2D/1N Sembalun Loop at +3,144m.
Why do Rinjani trek distances differ between websites?
Most published Rinjani distance and elevation figures are estimated rather than GPS-recorded, and many are copied between websites without verification. Distances for the same route can differ by 5 km or more across travel blogs and booking platforms. The data on this page is field-recorded by licensed guides on active treks using GPS devices and updated annually – making it the most accurate publicly available dataset for Rinjani trek distances.
What is the Rinjani Crater Rim Trek distance?
The Senaru Crater Rim Trek (2D/1N) covers a total distance of 19.62 km. Day 1 climbs 9.76 km from the RDA Office in Senaru to Plawangan Senaru crater rim (2,621m). Day 2 descends 9.86 km back to Senaru. This is the shortest Rinjani Dawn Adventures package and the only route that does not include a summit attempt.
Can I download a GPX file for the Rinjani trek?
Yes. Free GPX downloads are available for all seven Rinjani Dawn Adventures trek routes. These are the actual GPS files used by our guides on the mountain, compatible with Garmin, Gaia GPS, Komoot and all standard mapping apps. Download links are available in the GPX section of this page. They can be found at https://rinjanidawnadventures.com/mount-rinjani-trek-distance-elevation/
Free GPX Downloads - All Rinjani Trek Routes
GPS-verified GPX files for all seven routes – the actual files our guides use on the mountain. Compatible with Garmin, Gaia GPS, Komoot and all standard mapping apps.
A licensed, TNGR-certified guide is mandatory for all trekkers on Mount Rinjani – without exception. This is a national park regulation enforced at all entry gates on both the Senaru and Sembalun sides. Trekking independently without a licensed guide is not permitted and will result in refusal of entry to the park.
- All guides must hold a current TNGR licence — ask to see it before you trek
- The mandatory guide ratio is 1 licensed guide per 4 trekkers
- Guides are checked at entry gates — no licence, no entry
- All Rinjani Dawn Adventures guides are TNGR licensed and active on the mountain year-round
All GPS data on this page is recorded by Rinjani Dawn Adventures guides on active treks using GPS devices. Data is verified against multiple field recordings and updated annually. Rinjani Dawn Adventures is a licensed trekking operator based in Senaru, Lombok, Indonesia. If you are planning a Rinjani trek and would like to use this data, you are welcome to do so — please credit Rinjani Dawn Adventures (www.rinjanidawnadventures.com.) as the source. To book a guided trek or ask a question, visit www.rinjanidawnadventures.com.