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RINJANI TREK INFORMATION
Breaking News....!
Rinjani National Park will be close from any trekking and hiking activities starting from January 10 till March 31, 2013 and will be reopen again on April 2013.
We always recommended you only choosing trekking organizer that
recommend by the Rinjani National Park and the
list on page "Contact
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Advisory Warning For
Tourists
Recently
tourists have purchased trekking packages from a false office in
Padang Bai, Bali claiming to represent the Rinjani Trek Management
Board (RTMB).
Please note that RTMB
has only one main office located at the Lombok Raya Hotel in Mataram
with representative offices at the Rinjani Trek Center in Senaru and
Rinjani Information Center in Sembalun, all located on the island of
Lombok. Any other locations claiming to represent RTMB are
fraudulent and should be avoided. If you have any questions, Contact
Us to submit an enquiry.
" NEVER BOOK YOUR
TREKKING PACKAGE FROM PADANG BAY BALI "
Rinjani
 Trek
Centre: The Centre is located at the trailhead above Senaru
traditional village and Rinjani Information Centre located at
Sembalun Lawang village. They offer information and displays for
visitors on the trek, the National Park, Sasak culture and a range
of activities available in Senaru.
Displays include maps, Park interpretation, village walks and
environmental guidelines. All trek arrangements can be made here,
cultural tours booked and purchases made of local produce and
handicrafts.
Park Fees: Fees are paid at the Rinjani Trek Centre. They contribute
to the protection, maintenance and management of the National Park,
Rinjani Trek route, village attractions and visitor facilities.
 Guides
and Porters: Trained and licensed guides and porters are available.
You will need three days and two nights to trek from Senaru via the
spectacular crater lake, to Sembalun Lawang (or the other way). More
time will be needed to explore the summit of Mt. Rinjani.
All trek arrangements can be made and paid for at the Rinjani Trek
Centre. If not with a guide, please ensure you are well equipped and
have knowledge of mountain safety.
Warnings: The Rinjani Trek is a challenging mountain walk and
you must be prepared with good equipment, warm and windproof
clothing. Rinjani can attract severe storms, lightening and strong
winds. When the weather is settled, the sun is intense and the
nights frosty. Parts of the trail are steep and slippery. Beware of
bad weather and risks of exposure to the wet and cold (hypothermia).
If caught in an electrical storm, take shelter and avoid prominent
ridges. Beware of snakes, and stinging insects and plants. Leeches
can be a nuisance in the wet season.
Note:
Each year, during
the wet season the trekking activities are closed from December to
March.
Volcanic Hazards: Although Mt. Rinjani has not erupted in
recorded history, Mt. Baru (2,363m) in the crater lake is an active
volcano. It last erupted dramatically in 1994. Check the notice
boards for recent hazards, and take advice from park staff and
guides.
Spring Water: Fresh water springs are a feature of the trek and
determine campsites. Your guide knows where these are. During the
drier months (July-September) some springs completely disappear.
Park staff and guides constantly monitor these water sources to
determine their abundance.
Communications: You are advised to ensure that your guide is
carrying a radio handset or mobile phone. Radios are available for
rent at the Rinjani Trek Centre. In case of emergency the National
Park authorities are also equipped with radio communications.
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