Recommended Mount Rinjani Hiking Think to Brings
What To Wear
1ST ASCENT – SEMBALUN VILLAGE – SEMBALUN RIM
(Day 1 Hike / Weather: Usually Warm & Sunny)
- Wear lightweight clothing like t-shirts and track pants.
- Wear covered walking/hiking shoes with good grip. (Sports shoe is adequate).
- Waterproof backpack to store your items. (If not, buy a rain cover for your backpack. Try to limit it to less than 6 kg. It would be a burden for you to bring more than that).
- A small lightweight towel.
- Trekking / Hiking Pole (can be rent at to us IDR 50.000/pole, simply inform our staff)
2ND-3TH ASCENT – SEMBALUN RIM, RINJANI SUMMIT, LAKE
(Day 2 Climb / Weather: Usually Cold & Windy)
- Warm clothing is essential.
- Waterproof Wind breaker
- Fleece jackets, long sleeves shirts, thick trousers/hiking pants, thick socks and good shoes.
- Head Torch. (Head torch is necessary as most of the time you have to hold the rope in the dark).
- Cap / Beanie / Head Scarf /Balaclava mask. (It will keep warm and protect your head and face from the cold wind).
- Gloves. (Waterproof gloves is the best, It will protect your hands from rope burn and cold).
- Ponchos or Disposable raincoat or waterproof jacket in case of rain.
Temperatures from Rinjani National Park to the Low’s Peak Summit can vary throughout the climb.
Fun Facts : Average Temperatures at Mount Rinjani
| Areas | Temperature |
|---|---|
| Rinjani National Park | 15°C – 24°C (59.7°F – 75.2°F) |
| Sembalun Trail to Summit Trail / Senaru Trail | 6°C – 14°C (42.7°F – 57.2°F) |
| Mount Rinjani Summit | 4°C or lower (39.2°F or lower) |
HOW TO PACK
Packing Like A Pro for Mount Rinjani
The most important rule in packing for a mountain climb is – travel light. Decide on the things that one may want to bring up the mountain and then halve it.
As you will need to carry your own packed lunch with you during the climb, we suggest you to reserve some space in your backpack to store your packed lunch. Otherwise it might not be a good idea to hand carry it along as you climb.
The Essentials Think to Brings for Mount Rinjani
- Waterproof Backpack (or for non-waterproof bags, pack a Rain Cover).
- Lightweight Clothing.
- Comfortable Hiking Shoes.
- Change of Clothes.
- Warm Clothing.
- Waterproof Wind-breaker.
- Fleece Jacket.
- Head Torch for night climb.
- Cap, Beanie, Head Scarf or Balaclava Mask.
- Gloves.
- Ponchos or Disposable Raincoat.
- 1.5L Drinking Water.
- 500ML Isotonic Drink.
- Energy Food such as chocolates, nuts, biscuits, sweets, energy bars.
- Personal Toiletries such as soap, toothbrush & toothpaste.
- Socks.
- Sunglasses, Sunblock Lotion, SPF Lip Balm, Plasters (Band Aid).
- Small Towel.
- Trekking / Hiking Pole.
- Medication such as Painkillers or Altitude Sickness Tablets
- Camera & Waterproof Camera Bag.
- Waist Pouch or Smaller Bag for Summit Ascent.
Optional
- Toilet Tissue Papers.
- Flip Flops / Sandals (for use in wet bathroom).
- Insect Repellent (to keep creepy crawlies away).
- Extra Plastic Bags.
- Small Water Bottle
So, those are some important think to brings that you should know regarding Hiking Rinjani Mountain
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