Mount Batur Sunrise Trek: Volcano Summit & Hot Spring

Climb a sacred volcano in the dark, eat breakfast at the summit as the sun breaks the horizon, and descend past three other peaks.

Mount Batur sunrise trek in Kintamani is a guided hike to the summit of Bali's sacred volcano, starting before dawn and reaching the top in roughly 1.5 to 2 hours. You watch the sunrise above the clouds, eat eggs cooked using volcanic heat, and descend past views of Lake Batur and three neighboring volcanoes. A local guide leads the trek, provides trekking poles and a flashlight, and the tour includes hotel pickup, hot coffee or tea, fresh fruit, and entry fees. Natural hot spring and coffee plantation visits are optional add-ons depending on which package you book.

The experience

The trek begins in darkness. Your guide meets you before dawn, and the drive to the trailhead takes you into the Kintamani highlands. The climb itself is steady but manageable (roughly 1.5 to 2 hours to the summit), and you walk under stars through the forest with a flashlight, trekking poles in hand. The path is well-worn and beginner-friendly, though the altitude and early start demand an early night before.

At the top, the sky shifts from black to deep blue to pink to orange as the sun clears the horizon. You're standing above the clouds, looking out across the volcanic valley. Your guide has brought eggs and fresh fruit, cooked on the volcano's own heat: a simple breakfast that tastes different at 5,700 feet. From the summit you can see Mount Agung, Mount Abang and Mount Rinjani on the horizon, and as you descend the caldera opens below you, with Lake Batur visible in the crater itself.

After the descent, the tour splits depending on which package you chose. The base trek ends there, but most travelers add the natural hot spring (a refreshing soak in mountain water after hours of climbing), and a stop at a traditional coffee plantation where you can taste the local crop before heading back to your hotel. The whole experience runs about 8 hours from pickup to drop-off.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• trekking poles and a flashlight.
• bottled water.
• hot coffee or tea.
• a breakfast of fresh fruit and eggs cooked on volcanic steam at the summit.
• all entry fees and taxes.
• a live English-speaking local guide for the entire trek.

Options for this experience

3 options

Meeting point in the Mount Batur areaGuide in English · 03:00 and 03:30Pickup is not included: this option does not cover pickup, but you meet at the starting point for the trek

Top-rated Mount Batur sunrise trekGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 04:30Mount Batur sunrise trek, pickup is included

Mount Batur trek plus hot springGuide in English · 19 departure times: the first at 00:00, the last at 04:30Enjoy this activity with a trek and a natural hot spring soak after the hike, pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day18 departure times: the first at 00:15, the last at 04:30

AgesAdult (8 to 60 years) · Child (5 to 7 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Is this one for you?Book the base trek if you want the summit and sunrise without extra stops, or choose the package with hot spring and coffee plantation if you'd rather spend the full 8 hours exploring and soaking after the climb: the guide and timing work the same either way, so the choice is just whether you want those two stops added on.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 7 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How early do I need to wake up for the Mount Batur sunrise trek?

The trek starts before dawn, so pickup happens in the middle of the night. Your guide will confirm the exact time when you book, but expect to leave your hotel around 1 or 2 a.m. to reach the trailhead and begin climbing in darkness.

What's included in the Mount Batur trek?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, trekking poles, a flashlight, bottled water, hot coffee or tea, a breakfast of fresh fruit and eggs cooked on volcanic steam, and all entry fees are included. Natural hot spring access and the coffee plantation visit depend on which package option you choose at checkout.

Can I see other volcanoes from the Mount Batur summit?

Yes, from the top you can see Mount Agung, Mount Abang and Mount Rinjani on the horizon, and as you descend into the caldera you get views of Lake Batur below, all part of the same volcanic landscape.

Is the Mount Batur trek difficult, or can beginners do it?

The trek is beginner-friendly and takes roughly 1.5 to 2 hours to reach the summit. The path is well-established, your guide provides trekking poles, and the pace is steady rather than steep, though the early start and altitude do require some fitness and a good night's sleep beforehand.

What should I bring on the Mount Batur sunrise hike?

Wear layers because it's cold before dawn and at the summit, and bring sturdy shoes with good grip for the volcanic rock. Your guide provides a flashlight and trekking poles, and the tour includes water and breakfast, so you mainly need warm clothes and a camera for the sunrise.

Do I need to book the hot spring and coffee plantation in advance, or can I add them on the day?

The hot spring and coffee plantation are part of specific package options you choose when you book. They're not add-ons you can decide on the morning of the trek, so pick your package at checkout based on whether you want those stops included.