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Mount Batur

Mount Batur Tourism

Mount Batur Tourism

Type of destination: Volcano
Ideal visit duration: Half-day to full day
Mount Batur, also known as Gunung Batur, is an active volcano located in the central highlands of Bali, Indonesia. Situated in the Kintamani District, this mountain is part of the island's volcanic cluster. Standing at 1,717 meters above sea level, Mount Batur is renowned for its stunning sunrise treks, which attract tourists from around the world. The trek to the summit usually begins early in the morning, and climbers are rewarded with breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape as the sun rises. The volcano has a large caldera, which is home to Lake Batur, a crescent-shaped body of water that adds to the scenic beauty of the area. This lake is also a source for irrigation and a fishing ground for locals. The fertile volcanic soil around Mount Birth is ideal for agriculture, supporting the cultivation of crops such as tomatoes and onions. Moreover, the region hosts hot springs, revered for their therapeutic properties. The area is a cultural hotspot as well, with Pura Ulun Danu Batur, one of Bali's key nine directional temples, being situated here.
Top 5 Reviews on Mount Batur
Naveen_3461
Wrote on 11th Jun, 2024
A Spectacular Sunrise Trek at Mount Batur Bali
Our sunrise trek to Mount Batur in Bali was an unforgettable experience that exceeded all expectations. From start to finish, it was a journey filled with awe-inspiring moments and breathtaking views...
776emiliew
Wrote on 2nd Jun, 2024
Ask for Cooper to be your guide!
It’s quite a hike and an early start but worth it in my opinion… it’s warm at the bottom so you only want to bring extra (dry) clothes for the very top (which was only a little chilly). Our guide Coo..
545tjp
Wrote on 1st Jun, 2024
AGUS, the best tour guide I’ve ever had…Ever!
We booked a guided trip hiking up mt. Batur, natural hot springs and coffee plantation tour. I mostly just wanted to leave a review on our tour guide for Mount Batur, Agus. We travel to foreign lands ..
familyoffour50
Wrote on 25th May, 2024
Crowded tourist trap
Get up a 1:45 am. Ride to parking lot in town, transfer to another staging area. Get a guide and hike up mountain at 3:30 am with 300 other people - mostly young 20 something's just in time to see a s..
KIOcean
Wrote on 23rd May, 2024
Stunning, beautiful & challenging
We did the sunrise hike from the bottom carpark. Approx 9km return. Arranged a driver from Amed and a guide for the mountain. I would not trek this by myself or without a guide. There were so many dif..
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