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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking: 1,717m Volcanic Summit & Sea of Clouds
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking: 1,717m Volcanic Summit & Sea of Clouds

Hike to the 1,717m volcanic summit under starry skies to witness the golden sunrise above the sea of clouds

DurationEarly Morning (02:00 - 11:00)
LocationKintamani Highlands
Starting RateStart From IDR 555.000 per pax
Activity StyleMountain Hiking
Pricing & Options Activity Overview Program Schedule Inclusions & Details Photo Gallery
01 / Pricing & Packages

Package Options & Rates

Guaranteed Best Local Rate
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Mount Batur Trekking Standard Package

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Includes trekking guide, headlamps, trekking poles, and summit breakfast

Start from IDR 555.000 per pax
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Pickup time is around 01:30–02:30 AM depending on your hotel location in Bali. Includes warm steam-cooked summit breakfast.

02 / Overview

Activity Summary & What to Expect

Standing at 1,717 meters above sea level in the UNESCO Global Geopark of Kintamani, Mount Batur is Bali’s most iconic active volcano. Start your trek in the tranquil starlit hours of early morning. Reach the crater rim right as the first golden rays pierce through the sea of clouds, revealing dramatic vistas of Lake Batur, Mount Abang, and distant Mount Rinjani in Lombok.

Experience Highlights

✓Early pre-dawn hike led by licensed local Mount Batur mountain guides
✓Volcanic steam-cooked breakfast (eggs & bananas) with hot coffee at the summit
✓Unsurpassed panoramic view of Lake Batur, Mount Abang, and Mount Agung
✓Optional soothing soak in lakeside natural geothermal hot springs

Good to Know

Suitable ForActive travelers, hikers, photographers, nature enthusiasts
Physical RatingModerate mountain hike (approx. 2 hours up, 2 hours down)
Age Requirement10 years and above
What to BringWarm jacket or fleece (summit is cold at dawn ~15°C), running or hiking shoes with good grip, camera, small backpack
03 / Step by Step

Activity Schedule

Estimated timings
02:00 AM

Hotel Pickup & Scenic Transfer

Early morning pickup from your hotel across Bali in comfortable air-conditioned car directly to the foot of Mount Batur in Kintamani.

03:45 AM

Trek Briefing & Ascent

Arrive at the starting point, meet your licensed local guide, turn on headlamps, and begin the steady ascent along volcanic ash trails.

06:00 AM

Summit Sunrise & Steaming Breakfast

Arrive at the 1,717m crater rim. Watch the unforgettable sunrise explode into fiery oranges above the sea of clouds while enjoying fresh coffee and eggs cooked in natural volcanic steam vents.

07:30 AM

Volcanic Crater Rim Walk & Descent

Explore the main crater, see curious volcanic steam vents and friendly wild monkeys, then descend down toward Toya Bungkah.

09:00 AM

Natural Geothermal Hot Springs

Reward tired legs with a warm soak in lakeside mineral hot spring infinity pools overlooking Lake Batur.

04 / Transparency

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓What is Included
  • •Licensed local English-speaking Mount Batur trekking guide
  • •Flashlight / LED headlamp & trekking poles
  • •Mount Batur entrance ticket & Kintamani area levy
  • •Breakfast at summit (volcanic steam-cooked eggs, toast, bananas, hot coffee/tea)
  • •Bottled drinking water
  • •Hot springs towel & entry (if option selected)
✕What is Not Included
  • •Private hotel roundtrip transport (can be bundled upon checkout)
  • •Warm winter gloves or heavy winter jacket rental
  • •Personal guide tips