Mount Tambora 8-Day Trekking Adventure
Mount Tambora is an active stratovolcano on Sumbawa Island in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. The itinerary combines Mount Tambora trekking with visits to Moyo Island, Satonda Island, Sumbawa Besar and Bima.
Starting in Lombok, the trip crosses to Sumbawa by ferry. You then travel by boat to Moyo Island and Satonda Lake before reaching Pancasila Village at the foot of Mount Tambora. The trekking section visits Post 2 and Post 3, continues to the summit at approximately 2,850 metres, and returns along the same mountain route.
After the descent, the itinerary continues toward Bima with visits to traditional houses and Museum Bima. On Day 7, travellers may finish in Bima or follow the published return route to Lombok.
Duration clarification: The source labels this tour “8 Days 7 Nights” but also lists an Arrival Day before Days 1–8. Confirm whether the pre-tour arrival night is additional and how the final schedule and hotel nights are counted.
From Lombok to Mount Tambora
The itinerary connects island excursions, mountain campsites and cultural stops across the two islands.
Main destinations
Mount Tambora Trekking Itinerary
The following schedule follows the source page's separate arrival day and Days 1–8. Walking and travel times are estimates.
Arrival in Lombok and Tour Briefing
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Arrival
Pickup anywhere on Lombok
Private transport picks you up from the airport or another arranged location on Lombok Island.
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Approx. 2 hours
Hotel transfer and program briefing
Travel to your hotel and discuss the Mount Tambora trekking program and payment arrangements with the team. The source mentions both Sembalun and Senaru for this night, so confirm the final hotel location.
Lombok to Sumbawa Besar
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Approx. 2 hours
Drive to Labuan Lombok
Leave the Senaru area by private vehicle and travel toward the ferry port at Labuan Lombok.
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Approx. 2 hours
Ferry to Poto Tano, Sumbawa
Cross by ship to Sumbawa and continue from Poto Tano.
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Approx. 2 hours
Drive to Sumbawa Besar
Arrive in Sumbawa Besar and check in at the accommodation named in the itinerary.
Moyo Island, Satonda Lake and Pancasila Village
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08:00 · Approx. 1.5 hours
Boat to Moyo Island
Travel to Moyo Island by boat and visit its waterfall and natural surroundings.
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After lunch · Approx. 2 hours
Satonda Island and Satonda Lake
Continue to Satonda Island to visit the lake. The source lists approximately two hours of sea travel for this leg.
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Approx. 2 hours
Boat to Calabai
Travel by boat to Calabai, then continue by private vehicle to Pancasila Village at the foot of Mount Tambora.
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Evening
Dinner and camping in Pancasila Village
The source describes Pancasila as a farming settlement. Have dinner and spend the night in tents.
Pancasila Village to Mount Tambora Post 3
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08:00
Begin the Mount Tambora trek
After breakfast, follow the trail from Pancasila Village. The walk enters the forest after approximately one hour.
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Post 2
Lunch beside a river
Continue over a hillside ridge to Post 2 near flowing water. The source places this point about two hours into the forest section and lists it as the lunch stop.
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Approx. 3 hours after lunch
Trek to Post 3
Continue through open forest, reeds and shrubs. Views of the Tambora crater rim may appear in the distance along the trail.
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Evening
Camp at Post 3
Arrive at the Post 3 campsite, which the source describes as having a water source, and rest overnight.
Mount Tambora Summit and Return to Post 3
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02:00
Early summit departure
Have coffee or tea with toast, then begin climbing with a small daypack while most equipment remains at Post 3.
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Approx. 2 hours
Pass Post 4 and continue to Post 5
Follow steep sections with roots and brambles, passing Post 4 before continuing higher. Stop at Post 5 for biscuits and hot drinks.
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Approx. 1.5 hours from upper trail
Ascend to Mount Tambora summit
Climb exposed terrain and hardened volcanic sand to the summit, listed in the source at 2,850 metres.
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Summit
View Mount Tambora's volcanic crater
Spend approximately one hour enjoying the summit views and taking photographs of the vast crater.
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Later the same day
Descend to Post 3
Return along the mountain trail to Post 3 for the second night at this campsite.
Descend to Pancasila and Transfer to Kadindi
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08:00 · Approx. 5 hours
Walk down to Pancasila Village
After breakfast, follow the descent route from Post 3 to the village.
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Approx. 1 hour
Transfer by car to Kadindi
Continue by private vehicle to Kadindi and check in at the hotel.
Kadindi to Bima Cultural Tour
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After breakfast
Private transfer to Bima
Travel by vehicle toward Bima City, a journey the source estimates at about six hours.
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Afternoon
Bima traditional houses and museum
Visit traditional houses and Museum Bima, as included in the published program.
Bima Departure or Return to Lombok
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Option A
Finish in Bima
If continuing toward Komodo Island or Flores, or departing by plane, the source states that your arranged trip may end in Bima on this day. Additional onward travel is not described as included.
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Option B
Return toward Lombok
For travellers returning to Lombok, continue by private car to Poto Tano, take the ferry to Labuan Lombok and transfer to a hotel for the night.
Final Lombok Transfer
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After breakfast
Transfer to your next destination in Lombok
For travellers on the Lombok return route, the team arranges the final vehicle transfer after breakfast. The published Mount Tambora program ends here.
What's Included in the Mount Tambora Tour?
The original page lists the following inclusions and exclusions for the program.
Included
- Hotel accommodation in Lombok and Sumbawa
- Private car transportation on both islands
- Boat transfers within the published program
- Mountain guide and porter services
- Entrance tickets
- Camping tent, sleeping bag and pillow
- Camping mattress and toilet tent
- Cooking equipment and emergency lamp
- Full-board Indonesian meals and beverages during the trip
- Mineral water, 3 litres per person per day
Not Included
- International flight tickets
- Domestic flight tickets
- Tips
- Personal expenses
Tour pricing: The original page does not publish a fixed price. The final quotation should confirm hotel nights, boat arrangements, route selection, group size and whether the separate arrival day is included.
What to Bring for Mount Tambora Trekking
The source recommends the following personal items for the mountain section of the trip.
- Trekking shoes
- Walking shoes
- Raincoat
- Trekking poles
- Quick-drying shirts and trousers
- Personal medication
- Personal snacks
- Camera or documentation equipment
- Headlamp
Travel planning: The itinerary includes ferry and boat crossings, several long drives, multiple hotel stays and two nights camping at Post 3. Confirm the final schedule and transfers with the operator before booking flights.
Mount Tambora 8-Day Trek FAQ
Where is Mount Tambora located?
Mount Tambora is an active volcano on Sumbawa Island, West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. This tour starts from Lombok and crosses to Sumbawa.
What elevation does the trek reach?
The original itinerary lists the Mount Tambora summit at approximately 2,850 metres above sea level.
Are Moyo Island and Satonda Island included?
Yes. Day 2 includes a visit to a waterfall on Moyo Island and a stop at Satonda Lake before continuing to Pancasila Village.
Where do trekkers camp during the trip?
The program lists a tent night at Pancasila Village on Day 2 and camping at Post 3 on both Days 3 and 4.
Does this package include hotels and ferry transport?
The source lists hotels in Lombok and Sumbawa, private vehicle transfers and boats during the program. Confirm the exact hotel schedule and ferry details in the final quotation.
Is the arrival day part of the 8-day itinerary?
The published page includes a separate Arrival Day before Day 1 through Day 8, while its title says 8 Days 7 Nights. Confirm the actual trip length and total number of hotel nights before booking.
Is it possible to finish the trip in Bima?
Yes. The source offers the option to finish in Bima on Day 7 for travellers flying out or travelling onward to Flores or Komodo. Those onward arrangements are not stated as included.
How much does the Mount Tambora trekking tour cost?
The original page does not provide a price. Submit an enquiry with your travel dates, group size and preferred finish location to request a quote.