Rinjani Trekking

Welcomt to Muji Rinjnai Explorer ( MRE )

Tour and Trekking Organizer base in

sembalun village “Rinjani Starting Point”

“Star Trek Tour Lombok ( STT Lombok )”

Star Trek Tour Lombok belong to MRE”Muji Rinjani Explorer”

aims to provide you with exciting and memorable experiences when

you visit Lombok.

Based in the beautiful mountainous village of Sembalun, we offer many tours and trekking

packages including climbing the famous Mt. Rinjani, arguably the most beautiful volcano in

Indonesia. An ancient eruption of Mt. Rinjani left a large crater which is now home to the

stunning lake ‘Segara Anak’ and the new baby volcano ‘Gunung Baru’. The summit, which is

accessible from ‘Plawangan Sembalun’ (Sembalun crater rim) rises 3726m above sea level, and

from there you may see as far as the islands of Sumbawa and Bali, as well as the whole coast of

Lombok, not to mention the famous ‘shadow of Rinjani’. Climbing Rinjani is no doubt

unforgettable, but MRE still has more to offer!

Our range of activities includes, trekking Rinjani, soft trekking, and several walking tours to

local tourist attractions where you can enjoy unique experiences and learn about local custom

and tradition. We can customise our packages to suit all travelers, from the adventurous thrill

seeker, to families with young children, and everyone in between.

Muji Rinjani Explorer (MRE) can arrange transport for you to and from Sembalun from

anywhere in Lombok. We can also arrange local accommodation for you.

Meet the MRE team. . .

After studying tourism in Senggigi, MRE owner Mujiono – ‘Muji’ found his career enjoyable

but somewhat meaningless. In his home village of Sembalun Lawang, Muji is involved with

many community programs. He teaches English and technical guiding at several of the branches

of the Community Development Centre, and with that in mind he decided to start a tourism

business that would employ local people and support the village.

Muji is very proud of his staff at MRE who, like all friendly local people, always greet travelers

with a warm Sembalun smile.

Rinjani Trekking Package

Mount Rinjani is a volcano in Lombok, and is the second highest active volcano in Indonesia.

The summit is 3,726m above sea level, and from there you can see stunning views of the coast of

Lombok, Bali, Sumbawa, Gili Islands and the amazing shadow of Rinjani. Inside the crater you

will find the lake the locals call Segara Anak, the new ‘baby’ volcano, and hot springs. Climbing

Rinjani is an incredible experience you will never forget!

Program Information

Our trekking programs are flexible and can be customised to suit your needs.

Included in the trekking package:

- Local English speaking guide

- Entrance ticket to Rinjani National Park

- Equipment including tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag

- All meals, and some snacks

- Drinking water

- Porters to carry food and equipment and cook

- Storage of extra baggage

What you need to bring :

- Extra snacks

- Camera

- Warm Clothes

- Rain/wind proof jacket

- Sun cream/toiletries

- Head lamp/Torch

- Passport

Trekking packages

Most treks can begin either from Sembalun or Senaru depending on your needs. You can also

finish your trek at the destination of your choice, be sure to let STT know which way you want to

go.

1 night, 2 days (

Highlight – Sembalun crater rim, summit.

Package Price :

Single Trekker 250 USD net

2 – 6 Trekker 225 USD net

7 more trekker 200 USD net

*This trek must begin and finish in Sembalun

1 night, 2 days

Highlight -Senaru crater rim

Package Price :




*This trek must begin and finish in Senaru

2 nights, 3 days

Highlight Sembalun crater rim, summit, lake, hot spring, Senaru crater rim

Package Price :




*This is the most popular trek

3 nights, 4 days

– Sembalun crater rim, summit, lake, hot spring, Senaru crater rim

Package Price :




*This trek can be achieved at a more leisurely pace.

Local Tour

Taking a walk around Sembalun village with one of our experienced guides is your chance to

learn about local culture and tradition, and meet many local people. Choose one or combine

several of our local tours to enrich your holiday experience. To make a booking enquiry for local

tour contact us via e-mail or online phone number.

Price

½ day tour

Destinations include black smith, traditional market, and handweaving. This tour includes a

coffee break at the handweaving.

Full day tour

Destinations include Black smith, traditional market, handweaving, traditional houses, bamboo

garden, Selong Hill, local farms and rice fields. This tour includes a light lunch at the traditional

houses.

For a truly unique experience you can request to visit the traditional music in the evening, please

allow a days notice for this special tour so our local musicians can prepare for your arrival!

BlackSmith

The Sembalun black smith uses ancient traditional methods to make tools for farming and

gardening.

Handweaving

Local women weave fabric thread by thread using a traditional loom. The finished scarves and

sarongs can take up to three weeks to complete. Proceeds from the sale of the weaving go to

directly to the women who do the work.

Traditional Market

Spend time with local people and see how and where they shop! If you wish you can buy some

local food to sample. Experience the exciting bartering system between buyers and sellers. Stop

here for a while to watch food being prepared using local ingredients and methods.

Bamboo Garde

Take a walk through the bamboo garden and learn about its many uses, and why it is so

important to Sembalun people. Each fenced section belongs to a local family.

Traditional Houses

See the site of the first houses of Sembalun and learn the local history of the village came to be

what it is today. You may enter the houses and learn how they were originally constructed, and

the reasons why.

Local farms and rice fields

Sembalun’s main industry is farming and the land is managed using traditional methods. A walk

through the farms and rice fields is picturesque and atmospheric. Meet with friendly local

farmers and learn about traditional farming. If you want you can try your hand at picking,

planting or cutting rice, depending on the season.

Selong Hill

During our walking tour we will climb Selong Hill to approximately 100m above sea level where

you can see the beautiful view of Sembalun village and Mount Rinjani.

Traditional Music

This is truly and experience to remember, watch and listen local musicians play traditional

instruments together and if you wish you can learn to play along with them. The unique sound is

a delight to the senses!

If you wish to design you own local tour with us, its easy, just tell us which destinations you want

to visit!

Soft Trek

Wildflower Trek

The wildflower soft trek is a great way to see local flora and fauna unique to the Sembalun area.

When you choose a the wildflower trek with us you will see many flowers, and native animals,

including black monkey, makak, many birds, wild chickens, and sometimes wild pigs and cows.

Pergasingan Hill Trek

Pergasingan hill is a beautiful place to watch the sunrise and sunset. At about 1600m above sea

level, you will see lovely views of Sumbawa, Gili Lawang, Gili Selat and in the evening, the soft

lights of Sembalun Village. You will also enjoy incredible view of Rinjani, and all the hills

surrounding Sembalun.

The lovely valley of Mount Rinjani will refreshen your eyes, you will be left wanting more. . .

Soft Trek Packages

2 days, 1 night

Included in the trek

- Guide

- Food and water

- Porters

- Equipment including sleeping bag, tent, sleeping mat

Day trek

Included in the trek:

- Guide

- Water

- Lunch

- Coffee/tea and snack

Calling Cows

Included in the trek:

- Guide

- Water

- Lunch

- Coffee/tea and snack

- Salt to feed the cows

Local History

Sembalun

Many years ago Sembalun was named Sembah-

ulun, ‘Sembah’ meaning pray, and ‘ulun’

meaning head/sight. The local people named the

village Sembahulun because they didn’t know to

whom they had to pray, and organized religion

was seldom. Local people followed only their

heart and to choose a religion was complicated.

After a time came seven ‘Raden’ (Messenger)

from Bali, Sumatra and Java to teach

Sembahulun people the specific skills of each of

the seven Raden, including religion.

The seven Raden were heroes to Sembahulun

people as they imparted their wisdom and

knowledge, which flowed down from generation

to generation like water.

There were seven buildings made, one for each

of the seven Raden and are still maintained by

the local people to remember their heroes. The

group of houses was named ‘Desa Bleq’ (big

village), as this was the first village to be built.

You can see Desa Bleq which is now referred to

in tourism as the Traditional House in Sembalun

village.

Locals believe that the first humans in Lombok,

lived in Sembalun village because life is like

water flowing from the top to the bottom, and at

1150m above sea level Sembalun is the highest

village in Lombok.

Desa Bleq ( Traditional House)

Desa bleq houses were made from only five

materials:

- Long grass (ilalang)

- Bamboo

- Soil

- Timber

- Cow manure

Each of the materials had a different function

and was used in a different part of the

building.

Long grass was used for the roof to ensure the

house was peaceful during rain and wind. The

houses were built so as the roof pitch was very

steep and the eaves overhung to almost reach

the ground. This protected the house and

inhabitants from extreme weather.

Bamboo was used as rafters, roof batons, and

walls and to secure the roof and walls to the

timber frame.

Timber was used in conjunction with bamboo

to give the frame and roof strength.

Soil was used compacted to create the floor,

stairs and terrace, the soil was built up so as

that the house was elevated.

Cow manure was combined with the soil to

make it smooth, warm and to deter rodents

from entering the house.

Contact Us

Star Trek Tour Lombok official

Address : Sembalun, East Lombok, West Nusa

Tenggara.

Postal Code : 83666

Mobile : +(62)81-917-774-082

E- mail : [email protected]

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