Standard or Private? Cheap Rinjani Open Trip Packages to Try

This article will provide a comprehensive overview of the benefits of the Rinjani open trips, as well as the prices for affordable standard and private packages.

Always on the bucket list of local and international trekkers, Mount Rinjani is not just an ordinary hiking destination. It is the second-highest active volcano in Indonesia, rising 3,726 meters above sea level. The summit is indeed a rewarding bonus, yet all the steps and stumbles feel worthwhile as well. 

Still, many hikers think that going on their own is a cheaper option. Yet, it means that you need to manage everything by yourself. They include permits to enter the conservation area (SIMAKSI), itinerary, logistics, porters, local transport, additional equipment, and many more. 

Here, Rinjani open trips come as a practical solution, providing convenience and streamlining all your hiking needs in one package. Professional teams handle all the technical matters. Moreover, cheap Rinjani open trip options also allow for cost-sharing with other hikers or participants. 

The standard service will be a joint group of typically 1 guide and limited to a maximum of 4 trekkers. You will be alongside other participants who come from diverse backgrounds, nationalities, ages, experiences, and fitness levels. Accordingly, it requires a good level of understanding and tolerance.

You can select a type of service to see the cost per person according to group sizes of 1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-10 or more participants. More people mean a lower price. Here are cheap Rinjani open trip options you can consider. 

The price starts from $75 for 1 person. If you book for more than 5 participants, the price can go down to $45 – $40 per person. This one-day trek starts from Senaru Village to the Crater Rim, Segara Anak Lake, and ends in Torean Village. 

The prices range from $190 (1 person), $150 (2-3 participants), $145 (4-5 participants), $139 (6-8 participants), and $134 (9-10 or more). This package is perfect for novice hikers, families, or groups without the need to reach the summit.

Instead, you can still experience Mount Rinjani by trekking to the Senaru Crater Rim through lush rainforest. You will have a one-night camp and witness the magical sunset and other surrounding scenery. 

If the summit is your main goal, this cheap Rinjani open trip is highly recommended for you. You can go by paying a $ 195 package per person. If you go with a group, the prices vary from $185 for 2-3 people, $180 for 4-5 people, $170 for 6-8 people, and $160 for 9-10+people. 

Starting from Sembalun Village (1,100 m), you will go through an open-wide landscape and long treks across sunny savannah to hike a 2,639-m crater rim. The summit attack takes place on the second day at 2 am.

 

For the same above-mentioned three packages, you will need to prepare budgets for private service starting from $80, $315, and $350 per person, respectively. Somewhat different, isn’t it? Still, it can be a lot discounted when you go in a group. 

Private service is the ideal option if you want to experience a more enjoyable and personalized journey up Mount Rinjani. Unlike the standard service, it guarantees that you will climb exclusively with your partner, family, or selected group. It eliminates any concerns about joining a bigger group comprising various individuals. 

Having a personal team of guides and porters solely focused on you makes the whole adventure exceedingly flexible. You can readily modify the schedule and make adjustments according to your feelings, provided you consult with your guide beforehand. 

Again, you can pick a type of service to see the price per person according to group sizes of 1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8, and 9-10 or more individuals. As for private service, more cheap Rinjani open trip packages are available. 

You can save up to about $197 per person if you go in a group of 9 – 10 people or more. This package costs differently for 1 person ($460), 2-3 people ($222), 4-5 people ($212), and 6-8 people ($202).

This package is ideal for the fullest Mount Rinjani exploration since you won't be rushed. Along with the summit attack, you will visit and swim in the lake and hot springs while camping at the Plawangan Sembalun crater rim. You can enjoy breathtaking views and go down to Senaru village via the greener route.

You can have a discounted price of $190 per person if you hike in a group of 9-10 people or more. The prices range from $208 (2-3 participants), $200 (4-5 participants), and $195 (6-8 participants). When you go solo, it costs you $500. 

This package allows you to experience the green route of Senaru and the mystical world of Torean. The latter offers stunning vertical “Jurassic Park” canyon cliffs, rushing river streams, lush rainforests, and geothermal spring trails. 

Once again, the price range for most Rinjani open trips is varied depending on the group sizes, private or standard service, and the meeting points. Of course, you need to read all the package details carefully to learn what is included and what is not. 

Still, Rinjani open trips are a practical and budget-friendly solution to experience Mount Rinjani to the fullest. The professional team will manage everything – quality customer service, safety, and more – efficiently according to your preferences.  

Trust your first Mount Rinjani experience with Trekking Mount Rinjani – the local and certified hiking agency in Lombok. You can book cheap Rinjani open trip packages directly without intermediaries. It means you get not only a better price but also a better experience.