Mount Batur climbing adventure can give you a completely different adventure. Since it is one of the island’s most iconic volcanoes. The volcano is in Kintamani, north of Ubud. This mount gives you an exhilarating trek, unforgettable sunrise views, and special Bali’s spiritual terrain.
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Mount Batur (Gunung Batur) is an active volcano in Bali. It rises 1,717 meters (5,633 feet) above sea level. This mount is the most popular mount for hikers since it has stunning sunrise treks.
Mount Batur Hiking Tips and Routes
The first tip is about the time. The best time to hike is during the dry season namely April to October. During this time, the views there have clearer sky, drier trails and more stunning sunrise views.
It is better to start to hike at around 2 or 3 am. So that you can reach the summit before the sunrise, usually at around 6 am. The experience of watching sunrises from the top of a volcano is amazing.
The second is about the stuff you should bring while hiking. First is certainly bringing warm clothes, good shoes, a headlamp or flashlight, water and snacks. It is also good to bring a rain jacket. Don’t forget to bring a camera or phone to shoot the panoramic views surrounding the mount.
The following preparation is to bring sufficient cash. This is to pay local guides or buy food surrounding the summit. Locals sell their famous product namely coffee and banana fritters.
About the route of Mount Batur hiking, the main hiking route is Toya Bungkah Route as the start point. The track is moderate and it takes about two and a half hours to get to the mountain summit. This route is the most common one and it is used by most tour operators. The tour starts from Toya Bungkah, near Lake Batur. This trail is quite safe and needs no technical climbing.
The second route is the Serongga route to Mount Batur. It is a good choice for you to avoid any crowds since it is less crowded. You can also enjoy a more natural and secluded experience. The trip duration takes about three hours to reach the summit.
The track is also steeper than the main route namely Toya Bungkah route. But, the benefit of this route is that you can enjoy rewarding views and solitude better than the main route.
The third route leading to Mount Batur is by Pura Jati Temple. It is the starting point. It takes about two hours and a half to get to the summit. It is also less busy and has more panoramic views. In this third route, you can experience Pura Jati as a small sacred temple. This route is used by fewer tourists, so there is a more peaceful hike.
You may have your own consideration to choose the most proper route for you. But, it is strongly recommended to hire a local guide for this hiking route. It is for safety and respect local customs.
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Bali Travel Vacation Tour to Mount Batur Climbing Adventure
Bali travel vacation offers two Bali packages tour to Kintamani to hike Mount Batur. The first is the Bali Kintamani View Mountain Batur Volcano Tour. The tour starts in Penglipuran Village. It is one of the traditional Balinese villages with its unique environment and architecture.
Second destination in this Bali package tour is Kintamani with its breathtaking views of Mount Batur. This active volcano in its surrounding area has a dramatic caldera. The views create such a perfect backdrop for photography. There is also panoramic scenery with refreshing cool air.
This Bali package tour will also bring to some other destinations such as Tirta Empul Holy Spring Temple and Goa Gajah (Elephant Cave) Temple. You can also experience a walk to Bali’s countryside where there are grown coffees and herbal teas.
The package has an inclusive price for 2 or 3 people for IDR 825.000 per person or for 4 or 6 persons for IDR 800.000 per person. You can ask your friends to go enjoy the packages so that it will be more enjoyable.
The services you can get in these packages are unbeatable value assurance, effortless reservation process, transparent pricing and zero surprises. Your joy is our priority so that you can obtain the best experience.
The second Bali packages tour served by Bali Travel Vacation is Bali Ubud and Kintamani View Mountain Batur Volcano Tour. In this package, firstly you can experience the performance of Barong and Keris Dance. It is a traditional Balinese dance which depicts eternal battle between good and evil.
Then, the tour leads to Ubud art village where you can experience exquisite local art such as traditional paintings and handcrafted sculptures. While in Ubud, you can continue the journey to enjoy the iconic Tegalalang rice terrace. There is a view of emerald-green rice paddies. It is a beautiful landscape with old irrigation techniques. This area can be a perfect spot for photos or just walking.
Before going to Kintamani to get the view of Mount Batur Volcano, there is a short trip to Tirta Empul Temple. It is a sacred water temple which is famous for its holy spring.
The main destination in this Bali package tour offered by Bali travel vacation is enjoying the view of Mount Batur Volcano. It is a highland area with a spectacular panoramic view of Mount Batur. This mount is an active volcano with its serene crater lake beside it.
The price for these packages is about IDR 700.000 per person. In one group, you can have two to six people. The prices already include some benefits such as a private car with a private Bali driver, and also petrol, parking fee, toll fee for inclusive price.
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Tickets for all tours for inclusive price are already covered. There is also an Indonesian Food lunch for an inclusive price package. Each passenger will have mineral water and local travel insurance.
Both are Bali packages tour by the services of Bali Travel Vacation you can enjoy to have Mount Batur climbing adventure. You can select the proper one for you.
