Mount Batur is an active volcano in the Kintamani area of north-central Bali. It rises to 1,717 metres above a large caldera lake. It is one of the island's best-known hikes, doable by most reasonably fit walkers, at night for the sunrise or in the morning to avoid the crowds. This page describes the climb itself: duration, difficulty, rules and conditions. To choose a tour with transfer and breakfast, see the Batur sunrise trek. Information noted in October 2026: confirm prices and local rules before you go.
Highlights
The volcano seen from the caldera rim
The cone of Batur stands in the middle of a huge depression, with the lake at its foot. From Kintamani, on the northern rim, the view is available without walking and gives an idea of what you are climbing.
The crater and volcanic rock
Near the summit the ground is made of black stones and old lava flows, with warm steam vents in places. Some operators serve breakfast warmed by the steam from the ground.
Practical info
Tips
- The climb usually takes about two hours and the descent a little less; a full outing takes 4 to 5 hours depending on the operator. Difficulty is moderate: a steady slope, then loose volcanic scree that slips, especially in the last third. Bring closed shoes with a grippy sole, a headlamp (often provided), a jacket and water. In practice village associations require a local guide at the start of the trail; a travel blog notes an access fee of about 100,000 IDR per person and 300,000 to 600,000 IDR for a guide per group (unofficial figures, confirm them). Because Batur is an active volcano, check the alert level of Indonesia's volcanology service (PVMBG) or local news before you go, and follow your guide's instructions: climbs can be restricted when there is activity. Leave no rubbish and stay on the marked path. A shorter option for children and less sporty visitors is to visit only the caldera rim at Kintamani.
How to get there
From Ubud, about 1 to 1.5 hours by road north to the foot of the volcano, on the Lake Batur side (approximate time); from Seminyak or Sanur allow 2 to 2.5 hours. The simplest option is a tour with hotel transfer; otherwise a private driver or a scooter, not advised at night. At Kintamani the caldera rim can be visited by car with a photo stop.
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