Currently, the daily quota is limited to 700 climbers, consisting of 400 quotas for the Senaru, Sembalun, and Torean routes, and 100 each for the Aik Berik, Tete Batu, and Timbanuh routes. According to Yarman, this limitation is based on studies that consider the carrying capacity of the area, including water availability, camping space, and supporting facilities.
Mataram – The Mount Rinjani National Park Authority (BTNGR) has emphasized that any plan to increase the hiking quota must be based on comprehensive scientific studies. This was conveyed by BTNGR Head, Yarman, in response to complaints from several Trekking Organizers (TOs) regarding the quota limitation implemented since the reopening of climbing routes on April 3, 2025.
“This quota is based on research. It’s not just our personal decision,” Yarman explained on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
Yarman also highlighted the issue of some tour providers offering low-priced packages, which can lead to a spike in climber numbers and potentially harm the Rinjani ecosystem. He stressed that tourism management must shift its focus from quantity to quality, in line with the direction from the Governor of West Nusa Tenggara.
“We can no longer rely on quantity alone, especially when we are moving toward quality. That is our future goal,” he added.
BTNGR is committed to involving academics and other stakeholders in every quota evaluation, to ensure the sustainability and conservation of Mount Rinjani as a natural tourism destination.
source: NTBSatu.com