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Gunung Batur hike

Jalan Batur Tengah, Kedisan, Bali

Description

Gunung Batur is one of Bali's best known and most scenic volcanoes. The stratovolcano is still active and culminates at 1,717m; it lies within a large caldera directly west of Lake Batur. This review is for the out-and-back hike to the summit starting near the lake. It is about 7km in total with an elevation gain of 530m and isn't technical, making it appropriate for any hiker (novice included) with an intermediate fitness level. Like many mountain tops in Asia, it is quite popular to time your start to be at the stop for sunrise, both to enjoy the view and to avoid the heat of the day.

Access & Transport

The start point is from the village of Batur Tengah, on the western shore of Lake Batur. It is an 8km drive from the rim of the caldera in Kintamani and 38km / 1h15 to Ubud.

Instructions & Recommendations

Make sure you wear proper shoes (hiking shoes are not an absolute requirement, trail running shoes will do nicely) and carry enough water for the journey as well as sun protective equipment and a sweater (can be windy and chilly at the top). We do suggest sleeping in a guesthouse near Lake Batur to avoid having to drive many kms during the night. No map is required, just keep going straight up. If you are not feeling confident, you can hire the services of a guide in the village.

Meta review

Hikers reviews are positive, except from those who were unlucky with the weather - the tip is not to bother with making the sunrise during the wet season but to wait for the clouds to move on. The main highlight is the views and the main recommendation is to wear proper footwear as some hikers do find the trail quite technical (which isn't really the case).

Environmental & Social

Eco-friendly activity. Brings some revenues to the villages in the area

Conclusion

The hike up to Mount Batur summit is one of the most scenic on the island and can be done independently quite easily. Sunrise is great but not a must in our view, just make sure the weather conditions are good and enjoy.

Key positive

Great view of Gunung Agung and the caldera

Climbing a volcano!

Key negative

Increasingly trafficked trail

Suitability

Moderate level of fitness required. Suitable for children > 8-10yrs old

About this Rating

TYPE

Onsite

RESEARCHED IN

June 2024

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit
Sunrise time is around 06h00-06h30 in Bali

av. transport time:1h 45m

est. visit time:4h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday05:00 - 09:30

Tuesday05:00 - 09:30

Wednesday05:00 - 09:30

Thursday05:00 - 09:30

Friday05:00 - 09:30

Saturday05:00 - 09:30

Sunday05:00 - 09:30

Pricing
Free

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