Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek & Coffee Plantation with Pickup

Summary

Climb Mount Batur before dawn for sunrise views over Lake Batur and finish with Balinese coffee

You’ll climb Mount Batur by moonlight with a local guide, catch sunrise over Bali’s lakes and lava fields, and share breakfast at the summit. Afterward, unwind at a Balinese coffee plantation before your driver drops you back at your hotel. Expect cold air before dawn and moments that stick with you long after you leave.

What’s the experience like?

“Don’t worry, we walk slow — sunrise never rushes,” Wayan grinned at us in the dark, flashlight wobbling as he adjusted his scarf. I was still half-asleep from the 2am pickup in Ubud, but the way he said it made me laugh. The van ride up through Kintamani was mostly quiet except for someone’s phone playing soft gamelan music. When we stepped out, the air bit colder than I’d expected — Bali isn’t always warm at 4am, apparently.

The first stretch of the Mount Batur sunrise trekking was all crunching gravel and the smell of wet earth. Our group moved in a loose line; sometimes you’d hear a joke in Bahasa or someone’s breath catching on the steeper bits. Wayan pointed out tiny lights across Lake Batur — fishermen already out before dawn. At some point, I stopped thinking about my legs and just watched the sky get lighter behind the volcano’s jagged edge. There was this weird hush right before sunrise, like everyone forgot to talk.

When the sun finally cracked over the rim, it hit the clouds and turned everything gold-pink for maybe two minutes. Breakfast up there tasted better than it should’ve — banana sandwich and hot tea, nothing fancy but somehow perfect. Someone tried to take a group photo but our hair was wild from the wind and nobody cared. On the way down, Wayan showed us where old lava flows had hardened into black rock; he told us stories about his grandfather walking these same paths.

I didn’t expect to end up sipping thick Balinese coffee at a little plantation on the drive back (my hands still smelled like volcanic dust). The owner let us try roasting beans over an open fire — Li laughed when I tried to say “kopi” properly. I still think about that view from Mount Batur, honestly. It’s not just about seeing Bali from above; it’s something quieter you carry home with you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Mount Batur sunrise trek and coffee tour

• Early-morning hotel pickup
• Travel to Mount Batur base
• Night climb using flashlights
• Watch sunrise at summit
• Breakfast on mountaintop
• View Lake Batur from summit
• Stop at Balinese coffee plantation
• Return to hotel

Top questions

How hard is the Mount Batur sunrise trekking?

The trek requires moderate fitness; there are steep sections but guides go at a steady pace.

What time does pickup start for this tour?

Pickup is early morning (around 2am) depending on your hotel location in Kuta or Ubud.

Is breakfast included during the trek?

Yes, breakfast is served at the summit after reaching Mount Batur for sunrise.

Are entry fees included in this day trip?

All fees and taxes are included in your booking price.

Do we visit any other places besides Mount Batur?

You’ll also stop at a traditional Balinese coffee plantation on your way back.

What should I wear for trekking Mount Batur?

Wear hiking or sport shoes, long pants, a warm jacket, and bring sunblock plus toilet paper.

Is this tour suitable for pregnant travelers?

No, it’s not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with poor cardiovascular health.

How long does this day trip last?

The tour lasts 8–10 hours depending on your hotel location and pace of trekking.

What’s included

Your day includes early morning hotel pickup from Kuta or Ubud, all entry fees and taxes covered, an English-speaking local guide leading you up Mount Batur by flashlight for sunrise views with breakfast at the top, plus tea or coffee along the way and a visit to a Balinese coffee plantation before heading back to your hotel.