Mount Batur Sunrise Trek & Hot Spring: Volcanic Summit at Dawn
Climb a volcanic cone in darkness, watch the sun break over three mountains at once.
A guided trek up Mount Batur starts before dawn from Kintamani, reaching the summit in time for sunrise over Lake Batur, Mount Agung and the surrounding volcanic landscape, with breakfast at the top and a soak in a natural hot spring afterward. Your local guide shares stories about the mountain and region as you hike beneath the stars, then you explore the crater before descending to the hot spring for a muscle-soothing dip in mineral-rich water.
Options for this experience
3 optionsWhat’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- a local English-speaking guide for the entire trek.
- flashlight, walking stick, bottled water and fresh fruit during the hike.
- breakfast served at the summit.
- entry to the natural hot spring.
- towels and locker use at the spring.
Times
- Every day 01:30 02:30 03:30 04:00
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The experience
The trek begins with hotel pickup between 1:30 and 2:30 AM, a drive through Bali's quiet countryside toward Kintamani, and arrival at the mountain base by 3:30 AM. Your guide meets you there and you start climbing the volcanic trail under stars at 4 AM. The hike takes roughly ninety minutes to the summit, where you arrive between 5:45 and 6:15 AM. Timed to catch the sunrise. At that hour, the view opens across Lake Batur below, Mount Agung rising to the east, and the surrounding peaks catching the first light. Breakfast happens at the top while you're still standing in it.
After sunrise, you have time to walk the volcanic crater rim and photograph the landscape before the descent begins around 7 AM. The trail down takes you back through the same scenic routes, and by 8:30 AM you're at the natural hot spring beside Lake Batur. The water is warm and mineral-rich. You soak while the lake and mountains stay visible across the water. The whole experience, pickup to drop-off, runs about eight hours.
What you carry: a flashlight, a walking stick, bottled water and fresh fruit. The vehicle is air-conditioned for the drive. Lockers and towels are provided at the hot spring. Your guide speaks English and knows the mountain's geology, local culture and the stories of the region. Children from age five are welcome on the trek.
Is this one for you?You choose between three options at checkout: the full trek with hot spring included, meeting the guide at the trailhead instead of hotel pickup, or the trek alone without the hot spring soak. Pick the full package if you want the complete experience with transport and relaxation built in; choose the meeting point option if you're staying near Kintamani and want to save on pickup; select trek-only if the hot spring doesn't appeal to you.
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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.
What time do I need to wake up for the Mount Batur sunrise trek?
Hotel pickup happens between 1:30 and 2:30 AM, so you'll need to be ready before dawn. The drive to Kintamani takes about an hour, and you begin hiking at 4 AM to reach the summit by sunrise around 6 AM.
How difficult is the hike up Mount Batur?
The trek is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The climb takes roughly ninety minutes on a volcanic trail, and your guide sets the pace. The trek is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.
What happens at the summit of Mount Batur?
You reach the summit between 5:45 and 6:15 AM and watch the sunrise over Lake Batur, Mount Agung and the surrounding volcanic landscape. Breakfast is served at the top while you take in the views, and you have time to explore the volcanic crater and photograph the scenery before descending.
What is the natural hot spring like after the trek?
The hot spring sits beside Lake Batur with views of the water and mountains. The mineral-rich warm water soothes your muscles after the hike. Towels and lockers are provided, and you can relax there before returning to your hotel.
What's included in the Mount Batur trek?
The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a local English-speaking guide, a flashlight, walking stick, bottled water, fresh fruit, breakfast at the summit, the natural hot spring soak, towels and locker use. Air-conditioned transport covers the drive to and from Kintamani.
Mount Batur Sunrise Trek & Hot Spring: Volcanic Summit at Dawn
8h · EN · at your hotel
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