2 Days 1 Night Pergasingan Hill Hike: Sunset, Stargazing & Sunrise Camping

Experience the magic of the Sembalun highlands overnight with the 2 Days 1 Night Pergasingan Hill Hike & Camp by Rinjani Sembalun Transport. Rising to 1,710 meters above sea level right across from the mighty Mount Rinjani, Bukit Pergasingan is renowned for offering one of the most jaw-dropping campsites in Indonesia.

Unlike a rushed day trek, this 2D-1N overnight adventure allows you to hike at a relaxed pace, watch a fiery sunset bathe Mount Rinjani in orange hues, gaze at the Milky Way above your tent, and wake up to a golden sunrise over the misty patchwork valley.

Managed directly by native host Abdul Ajis Jaelani (Ajis) and supported by professional Sembalun porters and mountain guides, all heavy camp gear and freshly cooked hot meals are taken care of so you can immerse yourself fully in nature.

Trip Highlights

  • Dramatic Sunset Over Mount Rinjani: Watch the sunset silhouette Rinjani’s caldera right from the comfort of your campsite.

  • Unpolluted Stargazing & Campfire Vibe: Enjoy hot mountain meals and tea under a canopy of stars and the Milky Way away from city lights.

  • Iconic Sunrise & Cloud Inversion: Gaze down at the morning fog rolling over the vibrant agricultural checkerboard fields of Sembalun.

  • Full Camp Service: High-grade double-layer windproof tents, thick foam mattresses, warm sleeping bags, and mountain meals carried and cooked by local porters.

  • Gentle Highland Trek: Perfect for beginners, families, and photographers who want an authentic mountain camping experience without extreme exhaustion.

Quick Trek Facts

  • Peak Elevation: 1,710 meters above sea level (Sembalun base: ~1,156m)

  • Total Elevation Gain: Approx. 550 meters

  • Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night

  • Trekking Time: 2 to 2.5 hours ascent on Day 1; 1.5 to 2 hours descent on Day 2

  • Difficulty Level: Moderate / Beginner-Friendly

  • Starting / Ending Point: Sembalun, East Lombok

Pergasingan Gallery

Detailed 2D-1N Itinerary

Day 1: Sembalun – Ascent – Sunset & Night Camping

  • 01:30 PM – Pick-Up & Briefing: Meet your guide and porter team at your accommodation in Sembalun (or arrive via our morning private transfer from airport/harbor/Senggigi/Kuta). Check your daypack and receive trekking poles.

  • 02:00 PM – Start the Hike: Take a short transfer to the foot of Bukit Pergasingan and begin the climb. The route winds through local vegetable farms before ascending stone steps and grassy ridges framed by sweeping valley views.

  • 03:30 PM – Ridge Rest Stop (Pos 1 & Pos 2): Pause for fresh fruit, snacks, and water while taking in the cooling breeze coming off Mount Rinjani.

  • 04:30 PM – Arrival at the Summit Campsite (1,710m): Arrive at the broad camping plateau. Your porters will have already pitched your tents, laid out mattresses, and prepared hot afternoon tea or Lombok coffee with fried bananas (pisang goreng).

  • 05:45 PM – Sunset Over Rinjani: Watch the dramatic sunset directly opposite your camp as the sun dips behind Mount Rinjani’s majestic summit ridge.

  • 07:00 PM – Fresh Camp Dinner: Savor a freshly prepared warm dinner cooked on-site (traditional chicken curry, vegetable soup, rice, and fresh fruit) followed by hot ginger tea around the camp lantern.

  • Overnight: Sleep comfortably in your tent under a crisp, starlit highland sky.

Day 2: Golden Sunrise – Checkerboard Valley – Descent

  • 05:45 AM – Morning Call & Hot Drinks: Wake up to hot coffee or tea as dawn breaks on the eastern horizon.

  • 06:00 AM – 07:00 AM – Iconic Sunrise Experience: Watch the sun rise over the Flores Sea and Sumbawa Island, casting vibrant golden rays across the mist-shrouded Sembalun valley below. Capture photos of the iconic patchwork farms.

  • 07:30 AM – Warm Mountain Breakfast: Enjoy a hearty breakfast (pancakes, eggs & toast, or fried noodles with hot beverages) while soaking in the morning warmth.

  • 08:30 AM – Camp Pack-Up & Descent: Pack personal belongings. With empty packs, begin a steady descent down the scenic trails.

  • 10:30 AM – Arrival at Base Trailhead: Meet your private transport at the foot of the hill.

  • 11:00 AM – Transfer & Onward Travel: Transfer back to your Sembalun hotel to shower and collect luggage, or proceed directly with our private car to your next destination in Lombok (Senggigi, Kuta Mandalika, Bangsal Harbor, or Lombok Airport).

What Is Included & Excluded

Included in the Package:

  • Private transport pick-up and drop-off in Sembalun (island-wide transfer add-ons available)

  • Experienced English-speaking local mountain guide from Sembalun

  • Friendly local porters to carry all camping logistics, food, and cooking gear

  • Full camping equipment: Windproof double-layer tents, thick sleeping mattresses, pillows, warm sleeping bags, and toilet tent

  • All meals during the trek: 1x Afternoon Snack, 1x Fresh Hot Dinner, 1x Summit Breakfast, plus seasonal fruits

  • Free-flow bottled mineral water, hot coffee, tea, and hot chocolate

  • Pergasingan Hill entrance tickets, hiking permits, and village fees

Excluded:

  • Personal porter to carry your private backpack/clothing (available upon request)

  • Warm personal clothing (jacket, fleece, beanie, gloves)

  • Extra transfers outside the Sembalun area (available at friendly negotiated rates)

  • Personal tips for guide and porters (optional but appreciated)

  • Personal travel insurance

What You Should Pack

  • Warm windproof jacket or fleece (night temperatures on the summit range from 10°C to 15°C)

  • Sturdy sports shoes or hiking boots with good grip

  • Change of comfortable clothes and extra warm socks

  • Personal toiletries, wet wipes, and small towel

  • Power bank for phone and camera batteries

  • Headlamp or flashlight

Pricing: Open for Negotiation / Best Local Deal

Because we are headquartered right in Sembalun and organize all gear and porter teams directly, our rates are completely open for friendly negotiation.

How we set your custom price:

  1. Party Size: We accommodate solo hikers, couples, families with kids, and large private adventure groups.

  2. Transfer Requirements: Direct departure from Sembalun vs. full round-trip private island transfers from airport, harbors, or South Lombok.

  3. Combination Packages: Great bundle rates when combined with Lombok Day Tours or Gili Kondo Island Hopping.

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