Be one of the first to experience Indonesia's best kept secret!

The Mount Rinjani Trekking track on the island of Lombok is one of Indonessia’s best kept secrets. Comparable to more famous mountain tracks, Rinjani offers you adventurous awe-inspiring scenery, waterfalls, rain forests, wildlife, hot springs, caves, demanding hiking, pristine lakes, interesting culture and of course a volcano. We are the only trekking company that takes you that much further, to the summit of a truly magnificent mountain. 

Famed for its tremendous beauty and eerie isolation, Mount Rinjani is Indonesia’s second highest mountain outside Irian Jaya. Although it is a dominant geographical phenomenon, its peak is rarely seen from the low lands, as it is often shrouded in cloud.
 

A note from Marc
What an exciting adventure! Imagine the excitement of reaching one of Indonessia's most spectacular volcanic summits. You sit at the top, look around, take in the silence and realise you are up in the clouds with the gods, 4200m above sea level. You are alive and you are invincable!
Mt.Rinjani is our new 'hot-spot' for 2010. Don't just think this adventure is a trekking holiday, this is an experience you will never forget. Three months of fitness training and group bonding prior to departure; conquering of of the world's newset and most exciting trekking destinations; and indulging in Bali's beaches, fine food, shopping and massages - this trip has everything!
I strongly urge you to take some time out for yourself. Come and join us in what will be a once in a lifetime experience.

Highlights
• Climb one of Indonessia's best kept secrets.
• Visit waterfalls and a high altitude lake.
• Marvel at an active volcano and watch the sunrise over Bali.
• Be pampered with multiple massages and relax on Bali’s beaches.
• Spoil yourself among Bali’s famed shopping districts.
• Indulge at our hotel over a fully catered team dinner with personal staff and chefs.
• Enjoy the best pre-departure preperation with 3-months of group fitness sessions and training walks.

Plus 12-weeks of pre-departure fitness training and support! The Mt.Rinjani is not just about the 9-days overseas but also the 12-week fitness, support and group journey before departing.

How fit do I need to be?
The Mt.Rinjani expedition requires a moderate-high level of fitness to complete given the elevation and climbing involved on most days. If you believe your fitness is not at this level then we would be more than happy to discuss a plan for you to be able to achieve this increased fitness.

As expedition and fitness leaders we are well know for our thorough pre-departure fitness and support. As part of your preperation you will receive:

12-Weeks Fitness Training
Group personal training sessions and private group walks on alternate fortnights.

Your 'Át Home' Personal Trainer
Specilaised programs for you top complete at home designed by exercise physiologists and personal trainers.

Training Support & Guidance
As part of the whole experience we will support you from very start so you can have exercise programs specifically designed for yourself and unlimited access to phone calls and email with any training questions or concerns you may have.

Your itinerary…

DAY 1 – Arrive in Bali and transfer to hotel. Afternoon massage followed by a free time to explore Bali’s fabulous shopping. This evening we have a group dinner at a local restaurant.

DAY 2 – Transfer to airport for flight from Bali to Lombok. From there we will pick you up and take you to the Sheraton on Sengiggi beach. The day is free to shop for last minute things.

DAY 3 – An early start. Our car will pick us up and transfer us to Lawang. From there we will trek through savannah like country, up the steep outer rim and camp at base camp.

DAY 4 – Another early day with a 2 am wake up for our summit attempt. We hope to reach the summit by sunrise, about 630am for the awesome views over the crater lake, Bali and Sumbawa. We then walk down to the shore of Segara Anak.

DAY 5 – Today will be spent relaxing in the nearby hot springs, then trek up the other side of the caldera to the northern rim camp. Sunset from here is awesome.

DAY 6 – We head down to Senaru via pristine primary rain forests. Overnight in a local guest house.

DAY 7 – After breakfast we are transferred to the airport for our flight back to Bali. Team dinner in the evening to celebrate our success of conquering Mt Rinjani.

DAY 8 – Morning massage after breakfast, followed by a day of shopping and sightseeing.

DAY 9 – Full day at leisure to explore Bali or enjoy the beach one last time. Evening transfer to the airport for our flight back to Australia.

Inclusions...virtually everything!

Inclusions prior to departure
* 12-week fitness training program before leaving – the best pre-departure preparation available!
* Fortnightly group training sessions and private group walks on allocated weekends leading up to the expedition;
* Travel insurance;
* Stafford & Rowse Mt Rinjani training t-shirt;
* Information evening and the best pre-departure support.

Expedition Inclusions
* Return airfares from Melbourne to Denpasar (Bali);
* Return airfare Bali-Lombok-Bali;
* All transfers in Lombok and Bali;
* 1 night accommodation Senaru;
* 4 days expedition accommodation.
*1 night accommodation Sengiggi (Sheraton);
* 1 night pre expedition accommodation in Bali plus dinner;
* 2 nights post expedition accommodation in Bali;
* 2 x 1 hour massages;
* All food on expedition component;
* Electrolyte supplements such as Gatorade on expedition;
* Breakfast in Senaru and Sengiggi;
* Tent, camping equipment and sleeping bag hire on Mt.Rinjani;
* Park fees and Park insurance;
* All inclusive team dinner after conquering Rinjani;
* Fees for Porters and Guide.

Exclusions
* Equipment requirements for expedition i.e. backpack 
* Visa on arrival
* Dinner on last night
* All your shopping items! ☺

Expedition Dates:
June 18th 2010 - only 6 spots left!
September 11th 2010

Your Investment for the 'whole'Mt.Rinjani' experience:

Only $4590!