Mount Rinjani 🌋

If you're planning the trek from Singapore to Mount Rinjani, it’s important to prepare thoroughly beyond just budgeting and packing. From personal experience, securing flights early can help reduce costs significantly since flight prices to Lombok fluctuate. Also, arranging your airport transfers and accommodation close to the trekking start point in Senaru made logistics much smoother for me. Regarding gear, while I borrowed trekking poles from the agency, I recommend testing them beforehand to ensure comfort and support, especially since the hike is quite strenuous. A backpack with hip pads was a lifesaver in reducing shoulder strain during challenging climbs. Weather here can be variable; the summit reaches up to 3726 meters, so layering with heat-tech, windbreaker, and a down jacket kept me warm, especially at night. Sunglasses were essential not just for sun protection but also to shield from occasional volcanic ash. Although the trek is rated more intense than the ABC trek in Nepal, my personal tip is to pay close attention to trail conditions and your own physical limits. Going with a local guide improved my safety awareness and enriched the experience with cultural and natural knowledge. Beyond the trek, exploring Lombok’s local food and culture after your adventure adds a rewarding end to your trip. Sharing my experience, I highly recommend this trek to fit and prepared travelers looking for a memorable challenge paired with breathtaking scenery.