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This active volcano in Bali, Indonesia, is located at the center of two calderas. Mount Batur, which last erupted in 2000, is located one and a half hours from Ubud by car and is a popular hiking spot. It’s recommended to make the hour-long climb in the early hours so you can reach the peak in time for sunrise.
This active volcano in Bali, Indonesia, is located at the center of two calderas. Mount Batur, which last erupted in 2000, is located one and a half hours from Ubud by car and is a popular hiking spot. It’s recommended to make the hour-long climb in the early hours so you can reach the peak in time for sunrise.
Don’t forget to explore Batur’s steaming crater rims and lava fields, or join a tour to enjoy a relaxing soak in a hot spring near Lake Batur.
Don’t forget to explore Batur’s steaming crater rims and lava fields, or join a tour to enjoy a relaxing soak in a hot spring near Lake Batur.
Is Mount Batur hard to climb?
Is Mount Batur hard to climb?
It depends on individual fitness level, but if you're relatively fit you can reach the summit within 2 hours. Most travelers find it fairly easy - which is why it's such a popular climb! The descent is typically easier for most (although for those with weak knees, it may be harder!), but there are some tricky terrains to manage, so definitely leave some energy for the way down. The descent will also take 1.5-2 hours.
It depends on individual fitness level, but if you're relatively fit you can reach the summit within 2 hours. Most travelers find it fairly easy - which is why it's such a popular climb! The descent is typically easier for most (although for those with weak knees, it may be harder!), but there are some tricky terrains to manage, so definitely leave some energy for the way down. The descent will also take 1.5-2 hours.
If you want something easier, you can consider the Caldera Trek, which takes under one hour. You can also do a Jeep ride!
If you want something easier, you can consider the Caldera Trek, which takes under one hour. You can also do a Jeep ride!
What's the view from the top?
What's the view from the top?
There's a good reason why so many people bother to wake up in the middle of the night and hike up Mount Batur in total darkness. The views from the top are amazing. As the sun rises, you'll see Mount Abang, Mount Agung, and Mount Rinjani volcanoes, as well as the volcanic lake. When the sky clears, you will also have some excellent panoramas of towns and villages below.
There's a good reason why so many people bother to wake up in the middle of the night and hike up Mount Batur in total darkness. The views from the top are amazing. As the sun rises, you'll see Mount Abang, Mount Agung, and Mount Rinjani volcanoes, as well as the volcanic lake. When the sky clears, you will also have some excellent panoramas of towns and villages below.
What is the timing of the Mount Batur climb?
What is the timing of the Mount Batur climb?
If you’re doing the Mount Batur Sunrise Hike, you’ll have a very early morning start! Your hotel pick-up will be around midnight, and your hotel drop-off will be around noon. If you’re doing the Mount Batur Jeep Trip, your hotel pick-up will be around 3 am, with drop-off around noon.
If you’re doing the Mount Batur Sunrise Hike, you’ll have a very early morning start! Your hotel pick-up will be around midnight, and your hotel drop-off will be around noon. If you’re doing the Mount Batur Jeep Trip, your hotel pick-up will be around 3 am, with drop-off around noon.
What's the terrain like?
What's the terrain like?
No matter which route you take (will be chosen by your trekking guide) you will most likely encounter this terrain: 1) a dirt road at the very bottom which you may share with motorbikes and even cars, 2) a narrow jungle path surrounded by thick brush, 3) rocky dirt path, with an occasional loose rock, 4) on the descent you may need to slide down some very slippery black sand lava - take it slow and you'll be fine!
No matter which route you take (will be chosen by your trekking guide) you will most likely encounter this terrain: 1) a dirt road at the very bottom which you may share with motorbikes and even cars, 2) a narrow jungle path surrounded by thick brush, 3) rocky dirt path, with an occasional loose rock, 4) on the descent you may need to slide down some very slippery black sand lava - take it slow and you'll be fine!
Don't worry about hiking in the dark - your guide will be prepared with flashlights for you!
Don't worry about hiking in the dark - your guide will be prepared with flashlights for you!
What should I wear?
What should I wear?
Ideally, you should dress warm as it gets chilly at the summit of Mt Batur before sunrise - the temperature here ranges between 14-18 degrees.
Ideally, you should dress warm as it gets chilly at the summit of Mt Batur before sunrise - the temperature here ranges between 14-18 degrees.
We'd recommend a jacket or a long-sleeved fleece and some long trousers. After the sunrise, it warms up so do have a short-sleeved shirt underneath, as well as a hat handy. Rain gear (rain jacket or poncho) is a good idea, especially during the rainy season (December to March). You don't need proper hiking shoes, a good pair of running shoes will do.
We'd recommend a jacket or a long-sleeved fleece and some long trousers. After the sunrise, it warms up so do have a short-sleeved shirt underneath, as well as a hat handy. Rain gear (rain jacket or poncho) is a good idea, especially during the rainy season (December to March). You don't need proper hiking shoes, a good pair of running shoes will do.
What else should I pack for the hike?
What else should I pack for the hike?
Make sure you have these essentials with you: a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and your photo and/or video devices. You can fly a drone at the top of Mt Batur, so if you have it - pack it!
Make sure you have these essentials with you: a bottle of water, sunscreen, sunglasses, and your photo and/or video devices. You can fly a drone at the top of Mt Batur, so if you have it - pack it!
You can also consider having some light snacks, however most guides will include breakfast in your trek package. This typically includes a banana sandwich, tea or coffee, and an egg cooked in volcanic steam! Usually, you will also find locals selling chocolate bars and snacks as you wait for sunrise so pack a bit of cash.
You can also consider having some light snacks, however most guides will include breakfast in your trek package. This typically includes a banana sandwich, tea or coffee, and an egg cooked in volcanic steam! Usually, you will also find locals selling chocolate bars and snacks as you wait for sunrise so pack a bit of cash.
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