Mount Batur Sunrise Hike Tour with Hot Spring from Kuta

Climb to the summit in darkness, descend into warmth and steam

A full-day guided hike up Mount Batur from Kuta with sunrise breakfast at the top, a trek back down, and time soaking in a natural hot spring on the shore of Lake Batur. The tour includes hotel pickup, a professional guide, meals, entry fees and all transport in an air-conditioned vehicle, running 10 to 12 hours total. The early start and moderate fitness required mean the day is built around the mountain itself, not around fitting other stops in.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Mount Batur4h · entry included
2. Ubud Art Marketpassing by
3. Tegalalang Rice Terracepassing by

Mount Batur hike and hot spring visit

• Hotel pickup early morning
• Drive to Mount Batur
• Hike to Mount Batur summit
• Watch sunrise and eat breakfast
• Trek back down the mountain
• Relax in natural hot spring
• Visit traditional coffee plantations
• Pass Ubud Art Market (optional stop)
• Pass Tegalalang Rice Terrace

The experience

The guide picks you up from your hotel before dawn: early enough that you can rest in the car on the drive to Mount Batur. Once there, an experienced hiking guide leads you up the mountain in darkness, timing the climb so you reach the summit just as the sky begins to lighten. Breakfast waits at the top, cooked using volcanic steam from the mountain itself, and you eat while watching the sun rise and the view open across all of Bali in a full 360 degrees.

After sunrise you trek back down the mountain and head to a natural hot spring where the water stays warm year-round. You can soak and swim in the spring, which sits on the shore of Lake Batur and gives you time to recover from the hike. The day also passes through a traditional coffee plantation where you can watch the coffee-making process and taste different types. If you want to stop at the Ubud Art Market or see the Tegalalang Rice Terrace on the drive, you can ask your guide, though those stops may carry an extra cost. Lunch is included, along with bottled water throughout the day and a flashlight for the pre-dawn climb.

The tour runs 10 to 12 hours and requires at least a moderate level of fitness. The hike is steady and the altitude gain is real, though the guide sets the pace. You'll need to be comfortable with an early wake-up and several hours on foot. Transport is private, so it's just you and your group with the driver and guide. Tips for both are optional and not included in the price.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• professional hiking guide.
• breakfast cooked at the summit using volcanic steam.
• lunch.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• entry to the natural hot spring on Lake Batur.
• entry to Mount Batur.
• a flashlight for the pre-dawn hike.
• traditional coffee plantation visit with tasting.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 01:30

AgesAdult (17 to 45 years) · Youth (11 to 16 years) · Child (5 to 10 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by PT tropical island tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you're traveling solo or with a small group and want a full day built around one mountain rather than a string of quick stops. The private transport and guide mean the pace stays with you, and the early start and moderate fitness requirement are what make the sunrise and the full descent possible in a single day.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (11 to 16 years); Child (5 to 10 years); Infant (under 5).

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

The guide picks you up from your hotel before dawn so you can reach the summit of Mount Batur in time for sunrise. The exact pickup time depends on where you're staying in Kuta, but expect to leave the hotel in the very early morning hours.

What's the hike up Mount Batur actually like?

You climb in darkness with a flashlight, led by an experienced guide who sets a steady pace. The hike takes several hours to reach the summit, and you'll need at least a moderate level of fitness to complete it comfortably. The guide will adjust the pace to the group, and you stop for breakfast once you reach the top.

Is the natural hot spring included, or do I pay extra?

The natural hot spring on Lake Batur is included in the tour price. Entry and time to soak are part of the all-inclusive package. You don't pay separately to use it.

What meals and drinks are provided during the day?

Breakfast is cooked at the summit using volcanic steam and eaten while you watch the sunrise. Lunch is included later in the day, and bottled water is provided throughout the 10 to 12 hours. Coffee tastings at the traditional plantation are also part of the tour.

Can I visit the Ubud Art Market or Tegalalang Rice Terrace on this tour?

The route passes both the Ubud Art Market and the Tegalalang Rice Terrace. You can ask your guide to stop at either one, though additional costs may apply for those stops beyond the main tour price.

Do I need to bring anything special for the hike?

Wear comfortable hiking shoes and layers you can remove as the day warms up. The guide provides a flashlight for the pre-dawn climb. Bring sunscreen and a hat for the summit, and pack a change of clothes if you plan to swim in the hot spring.