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Rinjani Mount Short History

On the island of Lombok, there is a mountain with an imposing conical and elongated appearance. On the island of Lombok, the naturally created mountain slopes appear to resemble a very beautiful painting. The crater above the height is filled with water, and the active Merapi mountain is located in the center of the crater. In a brief history, the mountain known as Samalas gave rise to Mount Rinjani, which is today located 3,726 meters above sea level. After Mount Tambora and Mount Krakatau, which mountain erupted in 1257 with the most destructive eruption.
As mentioned before, Mount Samalas is 4,200 meters above sea level. Due to the eruption, there were significant worldwide effects including starvation, agricultural failure, and nearly year-round rain.
Remember that Mount Rinjani runs from the western to the easternmost points of the island of Lombok. The mountain then looks to be made up of several mountains, yet still being a single entity. By giving each mountain a different name based on its history, locals will also understand the distinctions between them. These mountains’ names are based on legends that the locals firmly hold to be true. Mount Rinjani, Mount Baru Jari, Mount Setampol, and Mount Sngkareang are a few of them.

A. Mount Rinjani, Mount Sangkareang, and Mount Setampol’s top

The tallest visible mountain among its neighbors (seen from the northern portion of Lombok Island) is Mount Rinjani, which has a summit at the eastern end of the mountain that is 3,726 meters above sea level. Mount Setampol and Mount Sangkareang are the two mountains to its west and center. Therefore, the three seemingly distinct mountains may be seen clearly if you’re in northern Lombok (North Lombok). The three mountains are still a component of Mount Rinjani or a group of mountains that make up a single entity.

B. Segara Anak Lake

Not unfamiliar with one of the most stunning lakes, which is bordered in some places by mountain peaks, tropical vegetation, and an active volcano. which, up to this point, has also developed into one of the top climbing locations for both domestic and foreign climbers, notably Lake Segara Anak. About 1,100 hectares are occupied by this lake.

Climbers that take more than two days to reach the summit will pass this lake’s edge and may try to find swimming in Lake Segara Anak. Carps are another species that are abundant in the lake and are a favorite among tourists. It is unfortunate if you do not have a strategy to fish at Segara Anak Lake since the fish there have a very soft and exquisite taste and a significant amount of protein.

C. Mount Baru Jari

Mount Baru Jari is a little mountain that rises to a height of 2,376 meters above sea level in the center of Segara Anak Lake and is still regarded as an active Merapi Mountain. Language-wise, “Baru Jari” is a synonym for new. So, this mountain is one among those created by Mount Rinjani’s eruption. Smoke from this mountain at any moment shows that the hot lava beneath it is still continually flowing. Due to its proximity to Mount Rinjani, its parent peak, when climbing to the summit of Rinjani, this mountain will be directly under you.

D. Fauna and Flora
– Monkeys 

Only on Mount Rinjani can you find intelligent and sociable monkeys. These monkeys are not bothersome, and if you give them some food and fruits, they will approach you. This indicates that the monkeys have gotten used to adjusting to people because hikers arrive every day of the year.
Only on Mount Rinjani can you find intelligent and sociable monkeys. These monkeys are not bothersome, and if you give them some food and fruits, they will approach you. This indicates that the monkeys have gotten used to adjusting to people because hikers arrive every day of the year.

– Celepuk Rinjani

For those of you who don’t know enough about the Rinjani Celepuk, at least read this article before climbing Mount Rinjani. It is a subspecies of the owl. Modern plovers, also known as Flamulated Owls, are one of the species that may be found in North America. Of course, these owls are not threatening and are harmless. And especially on full moon evenings, you can generally see them in trees near campgrounds, trees by the lake, and other places.

– Flores Eagle 

Eagles are often found all over the world. On Mount Rinjani, however, the eagle is a Flores Eagle. Additionally, this eagle’s body is 60 to 79 centimeters in length and is distinguished by a brown line on the head. White (both body and belly) with reddish-brown bands make up the body. The legs are white, while the tail has a dark brown color. This eagle typically soars above lakes and across mountains.

– Vanda Limbata, the orchid flower

The orchid plant Vanda Limbata is indigenous to Indonesia. Therefore, in addition to Mount Rinjani, this species of plant may also be found on Java Island and the tiny Sunda Islands. And while climbing Mount Rinjani, you can locate this plant on the trees that line the mountain’s tropical woods. The sembalun forest, which is in the eastern part of Mount Rinjani, the torean forest, which is in the central part of Mount Rinjani, and the senaru woodland, which is in the western half of Mount Rinjani. This flower often grows on tall trees with thin skin.

– Evergreen Plants

The Netherlands is home to several eternal blooms. And it turns out that you may locate this plant in thick rows in the Mount Rinjani National Park Area at an elevation of around 2,600 meters above sea level. Aini flowers enhance the fresh scent of the mountains throughout the ascent.
Only a handful of the fauna and plants we may include in this article are those mentioned above. Of course, you can also come across a wide variety of different animals and plants when climbing Mount Rinjani.

  Way to Climb the Rinjani Mountains

YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF THIS!

If you have previously planned to climb Mount Rinjani, we advise using a local trekking organizer that has already shown their legitimacy on the Trekking Organiser Forum and is listed as a genuine business. which they may assist you with when you are hiking Mount Rinjani. At the very least, Trekking Organizer may assist you more with smoothness and avoiding undesirable things like the possibility of climbing accidents and other things. Additionally, by doing this, you may help the locals in your area who work for each of these businesses to have decent jobs.

A. Porter

A climbing firm or Rinjani Trekking Organiser employs porters who have a respectable workload and pay. Our shared concern must undoubtedly be the arduous labor performed by porters, including transporting equipment, cooking, and other duties. Participants in climbing as well as nearby businesses. The daily compensation for porters is IDR 250,000, which is equal to $16.5.

B.Guide

Local tour guides continue to grow every year since some of them have kept working at other occupations. The guides of each business can operate in line with service and educational criteria. ability to at least interact with consumers and converse in English. The Guide Minimum Wage is now IDR 350,000 per day, which is equal to $23.5 per day.