Guided by local women in Senaru, this leisurely half-day trek traverses the foothills of the magnificent Rinjani volcano in Lombok’s northern district of Bayan. Beginning close to the Gunung Rinjani National Park boundary, the path meanders through dense bamboo thickets and past village gardens, eventually opening up to a vast expanse of rice fields and palm groves.
As you follow the serpentine irrigation channels, you’ll arrive at the verdant rainforest that houses the renowned Sindang Gila Waterfall Reserve. According to local lore, a dip in the invigorating waters cascading from these falls is believed to heal any ailment.
Along the way,discover tropical plants as your guide explains how the local people make practical use of them. You come across the cheeky long-tailed monkeys and, with a bit of luck,may even spot the rare ebony leaf monkey. By passing small hamlets where age-old traditions are practiced,you will gain insight into the colorful village life of the sasak. There is always something interesting happening here as you meet local people and admire traditional houses along the way.
Make sure you bring your camera; the views are simply spectacular. On a clear day, you may even catch a glimpse of Bali’s famous Gunung Agung Volcano rising high above the blue waters of the Lombok Strait. Each turn of the track offers new vistas as Rinjani, the sacred mountain of the Sasak people, emerges majestically above rice terraces and rainforest. This natural and cultural diversity makes the Senaru Panorama Walk an unforgettable Lombok experience.