Catch the sun rising above the clouds as you climb Bali's famous Mount Batur, an active volcano part of UNESCO’s Global Geopark network. Witness the sky turn from black to inky blue to pink and orange revealing the expanse of the volcanic valley.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 10 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Your accommodation. The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact time.
Experience
Highlights
- Watch the sunrise over the clouds at Bali’s sacred Mount Batur
- Trek 11 km (4 hours) through the jungle under a blanket of stars
- Summit at the volcanic crater lake and take in panoramic views at the summit ridge
Full description
The sunrise trek to Mount Batur volcano is considered an essential Bali experience. The famous volcano stands at 1,717 m (5,633 ft) above sea level, overlooking spectacular scenery with views of the crater lake, black lava landscape, and the massive peak of Gunung Agung, Bali’s holiest mountain and the highest point on the island.
It takes around 2 hours to reach the summit (1.5 if you're fast); the total hiking duration is usually 4 hours. Before light, you will be walking at cooler climes under an awe-inspiring blanket of stars. At the top, you will witness the sun come up over a sea of clouds before continuing to trek around the crater lake and summit ridge. You'll be given a hot beverage and a sandwich and egg to revive your spirits.
After exploring recent lava flows and younger craters, you will head down to loop back to the starting point through a unique volcanic landscape full of native flora and fauna (watch out for the tall grass with purple blooms), encountering mischievous Balinese long-tailed macaques along the way. You must be up and early to begin their trek to make it in time for the break of dawn. You will arrive at the starting point at 3:30am and will begin with a short briefing. Arriving at the top of Mt. Batur takes 1.5-2 hours (3.5km); the total distance of the trail is around 11km.
Includes
- Pick up and drop-off at your accommodation in Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Sanur, Krobokan, Canggu, Nusa Dua, or Ubud
- Breakfast
- All entrance fees
- Tea/coffee
- Trekking poles
- Torches/flashlights
- Water
- Insurance
- Lunch
- Extra drinks
- Personal purchases
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People with mobility impairments
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
- Customers must fill out a travel information form
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Sunscreen
- Hand sanitizer or tissues
- Face mask or protective covering
Know before you go
- The minimum suggested age to participate is 18 years old. Children may join the hike given strong level of fitness and physique
- A moderate amount of walking is involved and it is recommended you have a moderate level of fitness
- Small group tour with only up to 5 travellers per group
- Hotel transfer is available for Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Jimbaran, Sanur, Krobokan, Canggu, Nusa Dua and Ubud
- Exact pickup time depends on participants' respective locations. The driver will contact you the evening before your activity date to confirm the exact time
- Please be at your meeting point/hotel lobby at least 10-minutes before the arranged time
- Guides will only wait for a maximum of 10-minutes before proceeding to the next pickup stop
