Senaru is the starting point for climing Lombok famous volcano.
Gunung rinjani,other options,for a slightly shorter route to the summit,ae Sembalun Lawang and Sebalun Bumbung to the northeast.
Rinjani soars 3726 m above sea level and is the second highest volcano in Indonesia
Attracting thousand of trekkers and climbers annually.
The huge crater near the top contains a beautiful lake Danau Segara Anak ( child of the Sea leak ). And a smaller volcano cone Gunung Baru Jari, which was formed a couple of hundred years ago.
There are a number of caves, small waterfalls and hot springs located around the volcano.
In 2004 Rinjani won the world legacy award and the volcano is recognized internationally as an important ecotourism destination.
The Rinjani trek funded by the New Zealand government has set up a series of programmes for climbing the volcano and for trekking in the national park, involving local communities and guides ,and ensuring better management and safety for trekking.
Enquire at the park office for trekking details.
Sembalun Bumbung is located in a high, cool valley on the northern slopes of Gunung Rinjani , along with the neighbouring village of Sembalun lawang.
The area is surrounded by lush fields and valleys and is famous for growing many varieties of vegetable in its cooler climate .
Both village are alternative points to Senaru for climbing Mt Rinjani and there are number of place to organize treks in the region , as well as several small home stay
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