Zero Waste Trekking – Hallo Trekker
Hallo Trekker is committed to Zero Waste Trekking — a simple promise to keep Mount Rinjani clean, healthy, and protected. As an official Eco Rinjani Trekking Operator, we make sure every trip is guided by sustainable and responsible trekking practices, so your adventure leaves nothing behind except good memories.
What is Zero Waste Trekking?
Zero Waste Trekking means reducing trash, avoiding single-use plastics, using reusable equipment, managing waste properly, and ensuring all rubbish is carried back down from the mountain.
Why Zero Waste Matters on Mount Rinjani
- Plastic bottle pollution on trails
- Non-biodegradable wet tissues left at campsites
- Food waste that attracts wildlife
- Soil and vegetation damage from open fires
- Accumulation of single-use packaging
Rinjani’s ecosystem is fragile. Zero Waste practices help protect it for future generations.
How Hallo Trekker Applies Zero Waste
- No single-use plastic bottles
- Stainless steel reusable plates, cups, and cutlery
- Fabric napkins instead of wet wipes
- Waste separation: organic & non-organic
- All trash carried down by guides and porters
- No campfires — only portable stoves
Guide & Porter Responsibilities
- Collect and separate all waste
- Bring down 100% of trash from camps
- Keep trails clean during the trek
- Educate guests about eco trekking rules
How Trekkers Can Help
- Bring a reusable water bottle
- Avoid single-use plastic packaging
- Carry a small personal trash bag
- Use biodegradable or cloth wipes
- Follow eco instructions from guides