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Brazilian Tourist Death on Mount Rinjani Highlights Risks and Rescue Challenges
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Lombok, Indonesia – A five-day rescue operation on Mount Rinjani concluded with the recovery of the body of 26-year-old Juliana Marins, a Brazilian tourist who fell into a ravine on June 21, 2025 [[2]]. The incident underscores the inherent risks of trekking on active volcanoes and the significant challenges faced by rescue teams in such environments [[1]].
The Incident and initial Rescue Attempts
Marins was hiking with five friends on the morning of June 21 when she slipped and fell off a cliff.Drone footage initially showed her alive in a ravine approximately 150 meters (492 feet) deep. However, initial rescue attempts were unsuccessful, and by the following morning, she could not be found in the same location, even after rescuers descended 300 meters (984 feet).
Challenging Rescue Conditions
The search and rescue operation, led by experienced rescuer Khafid Hasyadi, was significantly hampered by adverse weather conditions. “This was the worst incident I have seen in my 15-year career,” Hasyadi stated, describing impenetrable fog and difficult terrain. Poor visibility and rain prevented the deployment of a helicopter, forcing rescuers to rely on ground efforts.
Did You Know? Mount Rinjani is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, an area known for frequent earthquakes and volcanic eruptions [[USGS]].
The Recovery Operation
After two unsuccessful attempts,Hasyadi and his team finally located Marins’ body on June 24 after descending
