How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will too, you can.

How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay a certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, a hot water facility could be free at a lower elevation.

Are there ATMs on the way to Annapurna Base Camp?

No. There are no ATMs on this trek route. You will have to draw enough cash in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are a number of ATMs in these cities. Everything is paid in Nepali rupees. So money should be exchanged before the start of the trek.

What about internet access?

Yes. The Internet can be accessed in most places. Sometimes, there might be some technical problems. The Internet in Nepal is not as fast as you are used to and at times you can just lose connection.

Is it necessary to hire Guides/trekking agency for Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

Not really. It depends on you. If you want, ABC trekking can be done independently. You could hire a guide and a porter by yourself instead of going through an agency or not hire a guide at all. Although, not having a guide can be a little problematic during the offseason. It really depends on you. Is it your first time in Nepal? How confident are you of being able to find your way around? How pressed on time are you? If you go through an agency, it will be costlier but everything will be planned. You will only have to come, trek and return.

How much do guides and porters cost?

For the Annapurna region, pay for guides range from $20 to $30 per day and porters take $15 to $25 per day.

2 Days 1 Night-Senaru Crater Rim Trek – RINJANI NORTH TREKKING

Transportation
Cars
Accomodation
Resorts
Maximum Altitude
2,641 metres
Best season
March - November
Tour type
Eco-Tour, Hiking
Meals
All meals during the trek
Language
English
Fitness level
Easy to Moderate
Group Size
2-15
Arrival on
Airport, Mataram City, Senggigi and Bangsal harbour
Minimum Age
12
Maximum Age
65

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The 2-Day 1-Night Senaru Crater Rim Trek is a fun, beginner-friendly hike up Mount Rinjani in Lombok! It takes you through cool, shaded rainforests all the way up to a stunning viewpoint way above the clouds.

Highlights

A sunset above the clouds!
The stunning view of Segara Anak Lake and the Baru Jari volcano!
Sleeping right on a bed of clouds!
A magical sunrise!
Hiking through the beautiful Rinjani rainforest!

Day 1 :

Leaving the Village for the Rim

06:30 AM – 07:30 AM: Fuel up with a tasty breakfast at your hotel and pack your daypack.
08:00 AM: Head over to the Rinjani Trek Centre (RTC) in Senaru Village to register.
Morning Hike: Walk through a beautiful, lush tropical rainforest, passing Pos 1 and making your way up to Pos 2 (~1,500 m).
12:00 PM: Time for a well-deserved break! Enjoy a freshly cooked lunch and rest your legs at Pos 2 or Pos 3 (~2,000 m).
Afternoon Hike: Wave goodbye to the trees as the trail opens up into rolling green grassland ridges. It gets a bit steeper here, but the views are worth it!
04:30 PM – 05:30 PM: Welcome to the Senaru Crater Rim (2,641m)!
Evening: Sit back and relax while the porters set up your tents. You'll get to watch a magical sunset over Segara Anak Lake, Mount Baru Jari, Bali’s Mount Agung, and the Gili Islands before enjoying a hot dinner under the stars.

Day 2 :

Sunrise Magic & Heading Home

06:00 AM – 06:30 AM: Wake up early to catch an unforgettable sunrise over the volcano caldera, then enjoy a warm breakfast.
07:30 AM – 09:00 AM: Pack up camp, take some last-minute photos, and start the fun hike back down the mountain.
12:00 PM: Stop for another delicious lunch and a quick breather at Pos 1 or Pos 2.
02:00 PM – 03:00 PM: Arrive back in Senaru Village. Grab a refreshing shower, collect the rest of your luggage, and head off to your next adventure in Lombok!

2 Days 1 Night-Senaru Crater Rim Trek

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