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(1) An early pick-up 2:30am from our hotel in Ubub, takes about 1.5 hours to get to the trek start point. This was a tough 2.5 hour solid climb for my 53 year old legs. However, on making the summit drenched in sweat I was very satisfied with the achievement and the spectacular sunrise view. Well worth the effort!!!
(2) Getting of Denpasar and seeing the country was great. I hired a private taxi and was able to stop along the way and take pictures. At the furthest point of the trip is Mount Batur and Batur lake in Kintamani. Great views of both the volcano and lake. Nice restaurant, which doubles as an observation place for taking pictures. This same route takes you though the terraced rice paddies, and coffee plantations - well worth the time.
(3) The view from the top is perfect and I would definitely go again. There are cute monkeys up there that you can take pictures with if you're brave enough. Both my boyfriend and I are pretty active people but we did pay for a guide to climb it. Honestly, if you're used to hiking or any outdoor activities, you don't need a guide. There's a lot of people in the morning, you have to hike in a single file anyways.
(4) My husband and myself did a sunrise trek of Mt.Batur. We stayed at Batur Green Hill, they arranged a private guide to do the morning trek.\nIt was approximately 2 hours of up hill trekking.\nThe terrain is quite difficult because it is volcanic sand and stones.\nOnce at the peak and waiting for sunrise was definitely worth the effort.\nBreakfast of boiled eggs and banana bread was offered for breakfast. Just to keep in mind , the tea and coffee is approximately 50,000 per cup.\n\nThis was a wonderful experience even if you are not super fit.\nThe views are amazing. A must do.\n
(5) It all comes down to the guide that you have.\nI'm a 130lb woman who doesn't exercise often. My husband is 200lbs and also doesn't exercise often! He also has asthma. We started the trek and 30mins in, we were both just exhausted, with painful legs. Other groups were taking frequent breaks whenever possible but our guide just kept on going...he even left us back a couple of times because we couldn't keep up. (Each guide has 4 people with them). The 2 ppl we were paired with were super fit and were able to keep going so I guess he was only thinking about them.\n\nWe had to ask for breaks multiple times...we were even passing people on the way up and we just didn't enjoy any part of the trek. We wanted to give up many times but had nowhere to go if we gave up! I found it scary going up because you can't see anything and at times, there's nothing preventing you from falling off the edges so you have to be careful and on point with your walking.\n\nWe finally got to the first stopping point (where you could watch the sunrise) and we were about 1 hour early (that's how fast our guide went...) Our guide and the other 2 kept going to the 2nd point (about an additional 30mins of trekking). We decided we liked the first spot so stayed lol. We had a beautiful view and oh my, was it amazing. You're just above the clouds and can actually see the sun moving higher and higher. It was breathtaking and worth the pain we went through!\n\nGoing down - you go down a different path than the one you come up on. It was just as bad. Again, our guide went super fast and kept passing people, not waiting for us. We gave up and just slowed down because we were comfortable knowing where we were going (there were others around us and it was daytime so we could see). Of course towards the end, we saw our guide again because he wanted a tip...not sure what he expected from us since he did nothing to make this enjoyable so we walked away. Note that when you're going down, there are times when you're walking along the edges again which is scary. The last 40mins of the trek down was on a paved pathway (vs. rocky/sandy stuff) so we enjoyed the last 40mins of our trek down :)\n\nIn summary - if you're not fit at all, you can do it if you have enough breaks...otherwise you'll feel like death but once you see the sunrise, you'll forget all about the pain and remember why you did this!\n\nWe paid 425,000 IDR per person - this included our pick up and drop off from Ubud, (which was about 1 hourish away) entrance ticket, local guide and breakfast.\n\nTips\n- if you're scared of heights, don't go. There are times where you are walking on the edge with nothing preventing you from falling down the edge of the cliff. It was scary\n- wear good, comfy shoes\n- take something to sit on when you get to the top (if you want). I had a scarf which i put on the ground and sat on to watch the sunrise\n- remember your water\n- pack your own flashlights in case your guide doesnt have any extras for you\n- i wore long tights, a tank top and a zip up hoodie. the hoodie came off about 30mins into the trek but I needed it again when we were up top waiting for the sunrise.
(6) You can see the valcano from kintamani. But it was not active and they will not allow if it is active. Can see the valcano mount from the view point and buffet lunch offered to relax and enjoy this place and take some pictures for remembering.
(7) We didn't take the sunrise trek so we somehow managed to miss the \mafia\" in the morning (8:30 ish AM)\nThey managed to get us on the way back though, we were shouted at and threatened, he even suggested that we should go back to the top and spend the week there as a punishment😂\nIt's an ok hike and lovely view but don't bother and don't give them your money. There are families with children hiking this place, we were two girls on our own and they were not ashamed to threaten us. It was a bloke telling us that we made their sacred place dirty but he was happy to smoke around😂\nRidiculous how they treat the only source of their income. DO NOT GO.\nWe managed to agree on a penalty of £6 per person because we were getting tired of the argument and it was about to rain but now I wish I had told him to bugger off and given him nothing😤"
(8) This was a phenomenal experience, the photos will be excellent and your insta pic will be poppin. But understand that the hike is no piece of cake so come prepared with the right footwear and know your limits. If you haven’t done strenuous physical activity in awhile it might not be for you. It’s a lot of climbing and oftentimes you are almost vertical. Unprepared travelers put everyone at risk given the way the track down is structured at points.
(9) Despite the fact the Facebook pages etc do not exist for this tour group leading to some initial scepticism as to authenticity and not knowing what to expect, the whole experience with them was great. Timely pickup from guesthouse in aircon bus, brief stop for coffee and banana fritter to lime pie stomachs. Safe transfer to park/base of mountain where we met our guide. Our guide spoke very good English. We were provided with bottle of water and our breakfast for trek itself along with torches. The trek itself was easy to moderate in terms of fitness. Definite increase in difficulty in roughly last 20-30mins with steep 'path' require hands to scrabble up the path to top. We had a couple of rest stops on way to catch our breath, take in view and drink water. Guide kept eye on us all the time, ensuring we were all together and helping us up steeper rocks when needed. Views at top stunning and sunset definitely worth the last 20-30mins of muscle aches and rock scrabbling. Definitely would recommend. You can pay for Bali coffee or tea at top. We were given option to go back down same way or follow the extended crater walk, opted for the crater walk, worth the effort but the path is definitely more unpredictable and the slopes steep with a few of us slipping down but we all were fine, and the extra challenge was good. Some people then took a further extended route down which I did not opt for. On speaking to them after they said they wish they hadn't as the third path was more unstable and longer and by that point after everyone having got up at 1am, many felt they were too tired to handle the extra path. It was a great experience and definitely a must. The trek is suitable for anyone of average fitness. For serious mountain Trekkers it would be considered too easy, although the view I think is still worth it. The only negative is we had an unexpected (for me) stop on way back to coffee plantation. By then I was tired and aching and I wanted my bed, so the last thing on my mind was coffee! Overall though great tour :)
(10) We had a buffet lunch over looking the volcano with breath-taking views. Well worth a visit. Its still active it last erupted in 1995 and you can still see the black lava trails. You climb it as well.
(11) Amazing experience! Start hiking around 02.00 am. Within 2,5 hours we reached the top. You could reach the top quicker but we had to stop a few times for a team mate who had to catch his breath. There were some parts I had to catch my breath as well, but decided one day in advance to do the hike without any preparation. However, a real preparation is not needed for this hike. You should hike to the top at 1717 meters and from this the sunrise is amazing.\n\nTip: bring warm clothes for when you are waiting on the top of the mountain. I only had a waistcoat with me and this was really cold. With the combination of the altitude and wind, temperature can reach between 3-10 degrees. Tip is to bring a good jacket and maybe even gloves, scarf and hat. I borrowed a hat from my friend and was really glad to have one. brrr. But this hike is really amazing and I would recommend it to everyone!
(12) Just be very aware that unless you are a very, VERY experienced hiker/climber with an excellent level of fitness and a general disregard for health and safety, you will not have a good time doing this trek. I am a rock climber and I'd say I'm probably the same fitness as my boyfriend. We are in mid/late 20's and have our general health. The climb started relatively steep, with the climb becoming more steeper and less safer the higher we ascended. It became apparent to us that if there was a serious injury near the peak then there were no qualified first aiders with us. We felt very, very unsafe. I'd have like to have said the view was worth the climb but it totally wasn't - there was a ruddy great big rock in the way! What a waste of £40!!!!! 2 days later and I still cant walk, everywhere aches and I feel like I was totally mislead about the nature of the trek. I'm sure that there should have been some kind or ropes or something to stop us falling over on rocks. Complete torture for 10 hours!!!!
(13) This is one of the greatest decisions to make!\nClimb the Mount Barry to watch the Sunrise!\nAt the start it seemed like a bad idea, but it was so worth it!\n\n1717m high, hot down the bottom and freezing cold up the top, take a thick jacket to wear up the top. It was very physically demanding to get up the top.\n\nWe walked 4km and took around 2hrs to make the top, where we had boiled eggs cooked in the volcano steam vent!\n\nThis is something you will remember for a long time!
(14) We had the best guide going down, I have astma so needed stop several Times but my other half and guide was so patience with me ☺️ best guide ever, I recommend jpctours on instagram, contact him there. Safe and good👌 been too Bali two Times ☺️
(15) Despite being told we could only walk to the top of Mt Batur at sunrise with all the other tourists busloads and that it was too hard for my mother to manage and that we had to go with a tour, we hired a driver, left at 8am, visited a few other places enroute and when we arrived at the base of the volcano we were offered a motorbike ride to the track then helped to walk the top by two lovely, caring, supportive guides. We made it to the top and enjoyed the majestic views and feeling of achievement. Even my 75 yr old mum made it, albeit slowly.
(16) Before you go know that there are multiple trails with varying difficulty. We saw many people injured on the trail, from scrapes and cuts to broken bones! The poor girl had to be carries on a guide back with a broken ankle! The trail we took was easy in the beginning but quickly became difficult as we were walking in the dark along the loose sharp lava rocks. There were points where the climb was very steep. After 2 hours of hiking, we made it to the cloudless peak. Unfortunately, it did not remain cloudless for long but the sunrise was still beautiful. Our guide showed us how they use the volcanic steam to cook eggs and banana. The trek down was nice. We stopped at an area with monkeys and got to take some fabulous pictures.\n\nI would suggest for fit adults, no children.
(17) I booked a guide and pick-up through Voyagin. Our guide was good fun and full of information. The hike is steep and the volcanic ash can be slippy so come prepared for a serious walk. All your efforts will be rewarded with amazing views (if it's clear you can see across to Mt Rinjani on Lombok). Be sure to stop and take some photos on the way up since the summit might be covered in cloud. If you are wanting to have an active,outdoor day in Bali in highly recommend this.
(18) There are no place which are not beautiful in Bali. And Mt. Batur is one of it! Took my second trip here after 15 years ago and still, i was mesmerized by the view. If you take your trip from Singaraja (just like what i did yesterday) you'll find a bridge that has the best view to see both Mt Batur and Batur Lake with perfect angle. The road is quite big so you can park you car or motorbike there. Other than this, you can also enjoy the scene from the restaurants along the way to Lake Batur.
(19) An active volcano of Mount Batur is located in a district of Kintamani located 75 km north of Kuta. Though all roads heading to Kintamani are in good conditions, it would still take you around 2 hours to get there. Mount Batur and Kintamani are beautifully seen during the daytime around 10 am until 3 pm. After that, the fog will comes in and blanket the entire area of Kintamani. Though the cold weather was nice in comparison to the scotching hot of Kuta or Denpasar, it would get uncomfortably cold as it goes through the nighttime. But, once the sun rises the next morning, it is when you will get the most amazing panorama of Mount Batur and the surrounding Kintamani.\n\nTourists usually go to Mount Batur for its volcano hiking. But, if you are not into it, there were a lot of restaurants that will offer you a buffet lunch with a volcano and lake view. But, be prepared for a ridiculous price for an average lunch buffet spread. At the restaurant that we went to, it was around USD 20 per person. USD 7 for the lunch and USD 13 for the view, that’s what I think the price is actually is. But, thinking that it is not everyday that you can have lunch while looking in awe of an active volcano, then I think, it would not feel that bad. But, if you are thinking of enjoying the view from a lookout point without having to dine in any of the restaurants, good luck in finding one. Either they don’t have it, or they do have it, but they don’t want to let you know, it is up to you which one that you want to believe. Remember I said about them trying to get every pennies out of you?
(20) http://www.tripadvisor.com.sg/ShowUserReviews-g294230-d1125234-r196346861-Merapi_Volcano-Yogyakarta_Java.html#REVIEWS\n\nthis I thought was gonna be easy after doing Merapi (see link above) but alas it was pretty challenging as well. This is a caldera (old crater) and the hike started at 0400hrs. We were picked up from Legian at 0200hrs and drove up. base camp was cold and you need some heat tech clothes or a jacket and good hiking shoes! It should take about 2 hours to get to the top. If you like a slower pace, start trekking earlier so you wont miss sunrise.\n\nThere will be many touts offering their services to guide you up but if you can arrange this hike beforehand. There are guides that are officially under an 'hiking' organisation and they are supposed to bring u up and down safely. So if you can, get it from a local tour agency in Bali to sort it this for you. you shouldn't be touted for guide services by the people at base camp if you have arrange this properly. They also provide you with headlights and breakfast at the top.\n\nThe beginning is a nice slow trek up, gradual inclination. The road is rather dusty and has plenty of small rocks that tend to slip and slide. The inclination get steep as you go higher, not much branches to hold on to. So go easy. there may be locals helping you up along the way and they will beckon you to buy a drink from them for their efforts. I hate ascending but this was technically easier compared to Merapi.\n\nthe view up there is awesome for sunrise, overlooking Mt Abang and Mt Agung and the lake. It is windy up at the peak but once the sun has hit you, it gets hot. Spend some time and have simple breakfast, hot tea, boiled eggs and steamed bananas on bread that was heated in various heat vents at the craters. The guides that I mentioned above would also take you to these vents for you to try and feel the heat and a cave that houses a temple.\n\nThere are monkeys at the hut... again be careful. these guys want your food and water but otherwise lovely keepers of the place.\n\nDescent down also has plenty of slipping and sliding. go slow and mind your steps. I fell down a lot coming down. We also took a scenic route down back to the base camp - easy walking after you descend the slopes.\n\nAttire: Long pants (prevent cuts and abrasions), good shoes, a jacket. My shoes were \scratched\" (like a cat scratching on shoes) after the hike, Perhaps the rocks cut into them and they can get dirty-dusty. Sunglasses too. And SUNSCREEN!\n\nits about 690 K for this trek with breakfast, lunch, guide, and a visit to the hot springs after the climb. Perhaps wiser to arrange this before ur arrival to bali or through a local tour agency.\n\nIt was rated easy to medium level to climb Batur. My fitness level is prob at 30% ( I got lazy and easily tired!) so I guess if you pace yourself and start early, possible to reach the peak before sunrise. Im plus sized, so other plus sized people who are keen to try can definitely do this. don't worry and Happy climbing!"
(21) I booked this trek through Bali Eco Cycling Tours. Our driver and guide picked us up at 1:30am from Legian and we made the 2hr drive to the base of Mt Batur to meet our local guide. Both the company guide and our local guide, Monkol (I think thats how you spell it) escorted us up to the sunrise viewing point. The climb itself was great and took a couple of hours, even with many rest stops. It is a gradual ascent for the first hour or so and then it gets quite steep. I have a little bit of hiking experience and hardly worked up a sweat but my partner found it a little more challenging. That said though, it is a relatively easy climb and she still got to the top without a complaint! As we climbed out of the low layer of mist covering the lake, we were treated to an amazing canvas of stars unlike anything we've ever seen back home. We could also make out the massive silhouette that was Mt Agung behind us. This view alone is worth the climb to at least the half way point. Once we got to the lookout point near the summit we had time to rest up before moving along a short path to the best vantage point for sunrise. We got lucky on the day. It was the wet season but the mist stayed above the lake and only a few clouds covered most of the view of Lombok so we experienced the most beautiful sunset we've ever seen. I also used this opportunity to propose to my partner (now fiance - she said yes!) which I had arranged through Bali Eco Cycling Tours. The guide took photos while I popped the question on my unsuspecting fiance. We didn't climb to the summit as my fiance was not comfortable climbing the very steep ascent so we stayed at the looking point and had a wonderful breakfast of steam boiled eggs, banana toast, nuts and juice. The climb down was a little more challenging than the climb up. As you can now see hoe steep the climb actually is, it's a little unnerving. Monkol was extremely knowledgeable and gave us lots of information about the history of Mt Batur, it's spiritual and religious meaning, as well as an in depth look into Hinduism. The views on the drive back to Legian were amazing although the trip took a fair bit longer due to traffic. If you do this trek I highly recommend booking through Bali Eco Cycling Tours and asking for Monkol as your local guide. One of the best experiences of our lives!
(22) Make sure you do your research on cost so you pay a reasonable price. Having said that, we had an amazing time. A little confusion at pick up but was soon sorted out. After a cup of tea and some fried banana, we were off to the car park area to meet our guides. We had 2 guides for our group. They supplied water and torches. Our group soon separated and my husband and I being older, soon fell to the back but we had our own guide Adi, who stayed with us and was soon carrying our pack. The climb is tough in some areas and we needed lots of rest stops. We made it to the top in time for sunrise which was spectacular. We had a breakfast of boiled eggs and hot banana which were cooked in a steam vent from the volcano. We came back a different way which was easier but still took about 1 1/2 hours. All in all a wonderful morning.
(23) Going with the flow & my sisters suggestion to do this climb with my niece (she wasn't able to) I was in Bali mojo & said why not? Hmmm, a semi fit 54 y/o (I love walking)& 29 y/o marathon runner & a guide that I am sure is part mountain goat. Our regular driver Wayan (excellent) who we have been using for 3 years around Ubud took us up & sorted a guide for us, so we didn't use a tour operator as such, He had some brekky in the car for our drive something I can't do @ 2.30a.m but was a nice gesture.\nAs others have said this trip is hard going if you are not that fit, but easy if you are. My niece had no problems even with a cold where I really raised a sweat & was puffing in the latter 1/3 of the climb as I clung onto tufts of grass & tree stumps to haul myself up. On hind site the pace the guide set was probably a bit fast for me,as my niece kept up with him easily.(my fault not his as I tried to keep his pace as long as I could, & should have rested longer). at the 1/2 point our guide informed us going down was harder & when I realized it would be daylight & I'm scared of heights I did get a little sick at the thought.\nAt the viewing summit I told the guide to take my niece all the way & I would stay, so off they went without a rest.She did find the last part a challenge so I'm glad I stayed.It was quite cool & windy waiting for the sunrise, so DO take a jacket as the sweat you work up on the climb, quickly chills\nThe sunrise was well worth it, a clear day & I was surprised how quick it was, you blinked & it was in up. The monkeys that came down to visit the crowd were cute as well.\nThe down hill was harder but our guide held my hand & we twirled & whirled in some kind of weird 'waltz' down all the scary parts & I didn't have time to be scared of the height as I was concentrating so much on your footing so as not to slip.\nAll in all, was it worth it???? Yes\nWould I do it again??? No\nI was glad I did it 'going with the flow' as I probably would have backed out if I had researched it too much.
(24) I didn't climb the volcano, but I was hungry and my driver recommended a place to eat that overlooks the volcano!\n\nOf course I was down! It was a bit foggy and it rained a little as we drove by the area so I couldn't capture the volcano in its full glorious form, but it was still a nice sight to see!\n\nThere are plenty of restaurants in Bali where you can eat with the view of Mount Batur!\n\nTake lots of photos!!!
(25) This is by far the worst experience in Bali, also the worst hiking experience I ever had.\nIf you read some reviews, you'll soon discover that you apparently need a guide to hike the Mount Batur. We (a group of three) don't like to hike with a guide so I tried to figure out if we could do it without. The reviews we read were not really reassuring, mentioning a local Mafia. By need a guide, what they mean is that they will not only verbally but also physically threaten you if you don't have one. Unfortunately, we ended up booking one and I can say that I completely regret it to participate in this sick business.\n\nAs we were hiking, we stopped at a first \station\" to rest. There, a guy didn't have a guide. A motorbike crashed him on the way and both of them were injured. This injured tourist tried to defend himself saying he was just walking and showed he was hurt to one of the guides and this guide kicked him in the injured leg, twice. It was extremely shocking. Then they took him to the beginning of the track.\n\nAs you may have noticed, I wrote \"motorbike\". Apparently there are different tracks, but on the one we were, it was FULL of motorbikes. On a UNESCO site. So when your lungs are fully open, you're gonna smell fuel. Not to mention that the paths are narrow so you'll have to stop to let them pass. They will also stop to ask you if you want a taxi. WE ARE HIKING.\n\nWe were a group of 5 with people we don't know, and the guide waits for everyone so you can't have your own pace, whether you're slow or fast.\nA breakfast is provided for the top of the mountain, which is a joke : 2 slices of bread, one boiled egg and a banana. No hot beverage whereas we were told so, but of course you have to pay for it.\n\nLast but not least, a guide is completely useless as there's no difficulty in this trek. The path is completely noticeable (and full of tourists with flashlight anyway, so you just have to follow) and if you take your time, it's far from being hard. Moreover at one point we got separated with our group so it was only me and the guide so anything could have happened to the rest of them.\n\nEven if it's one of the main attraction on Bali, please please, do NOT participate in this disastrous hike. It's not profitable for anyone. The sunrise might be pretty on the top, sure, but I really couldn't enjoy it and you'll see as pretty sunrise anywhere else. Try to get your sunrise for free somewhere else, you'll do not only yourself a favour, but also everyone."
(26) I finally did the Mt. Batur Sunrise Hike and it was SPECTACULAR!!! So glad I did it and would recommend it for anyone with moderate level of fitness. It was definitely a steady steep, but luckily was not wet or slippery when we did it, which worked to our advantage. The path was pretty straightforward up to a certain point near the top, after which for the next 100 yards or so near the top, it gets super tricky with huge rocks. For those, who bailed out ob hiking halfway through, there are motorcycle riders who take them for a cost. But the last 100 yards are not accessible by motorcycles. I had to be on all fours here sometimes. The guides were super helpful, literally lending a hand as needed, so with their help, I made it to the top. What a view!! The hues of dawn were truly magical. We could see Mt. Rinjani (in Lombok) and Mt. Agung from there. The fact that you get to stare right into the crater is truly amazing. We even went to the part where they boil eggs from the heat of the crater. Do dress in layers as I was soaking wet from sweat on the way up and took off my jacket, but was freezing when I stopped hiking at the top and had to put the jacket back on.\n\nIf you are in Bali – a definite MUST DO if you visit Bali.\n
(27) I was not sure what to expect on this tour as I booked online through a 3rd party. The shuttle was prompt but be warned, it's an early morning pick up and a long drive! My guide was fantastic and I was the only one in my group as my friend didn't end up coming. He was very helpful on the very tough bits of the climb. Make sure you have good walking or hiking shoes. Once at the top it is like any mountain - freezing! So don't be fooled into thinking you won't need a jumper while you are hiking up. You get a banana sandwich at the top which from what I read online was meant to be a breakfast cooked in the volcano but I refuse to judge this on breakfast as the experience was amazing! Now I want to do it again!
(28) Visited as part of a tour we did. The views from Kintamani across the lava fields and lake are stunning. Well worth a visit and don't forget your camera. The only downside are the people there selling tatty jewelry who will hassle you to buy, but usually go away after a polite no thank you.
(29) if there weren't the mafia like structures near Mt. Batur.\n\nMy girlfriend and me decided to go to Mt. Batur and to the lake and planned to spend two nights in Toya Bungkah, Kintamani.\n\nTo do so, you have to pass Penelokah from where you have a great view of the lake Batur and Batur itself. The first downside is: You have to pay when you want to get inside of Penelokan. Our guide from 2012 said it is 6000 IDR per person, but now (August 2013) it is 10000 per person + 2000 IDR for any car. Strange was that we had to pay 25000 IDR, as the bills stated 23000 IDR. Anyways we thought that is only some random small money and we didnt bother about it.\n\nAfter we took the road down to Lake Batur in Penelokan somebody stopped our car and asked something our driver. After short talk we continued. The driver told us, that he wanted to sell the hiking trip to Mt. Batur and he told him we already have a booked tour. How clever I thought! Well we got surprised later when we arrived in Toya Bungkah.\n\nWe were greeted by 3 men. We thought they are from the hotel (Under the volcano 2). They managed the checkin and everything and convinced us to buy a trekking trip up to Mt. Batur. There are 3 different type of trips:\n- Only sunrise -> 450000 IDR\n- Sunrise + some cave(?) -> 550000 IDR\n- Sunrise + some cave + visit of the active craters -> 650000 IDR\n\nWe took only sunrise and we told them we got our own equipment except torchlight, so we got the tour for 400000 IDR per person. We were urged during this conversation very much. After a while the owner of the hotel showed up and asked something about my reservation (because I called one day earlier), and I realised too late that these guys who wanted to sell the trekking tour had nothing to do with the hotel.\n\nBy the way: Toya Bungkah is like dead. Many hotels are closed, the open ones are more or less useless and the town itself is like dead. We couldn't rent a canoe anywhere, you can't walk around the lake in peace. Additionally the youth made a party with such a load music, that we couldn't sleep! Really, it was so loud that everybody in Toya Bungkah heared it and even our guide who lives there said he couldn't sleep. I personally think that the tour guides themself make some party there...\n\nWe got picked up 3:50 AM and hadn't been woken up at 3:30 AM like promised (And anyways, I was awake till 2 AM because of the loud music). We were prepared, got a torch and walked up. The first 40% of the ascent is through wood. It is pretty okay. The other 60% is over steep terrain with some sharp stones. I recommend trekking shoes here, as sport shoes are too instable.\nAt the top we couldn't see the sunrise very good because of clouds. We got a breakfast (1 egg and 1 toast with cooked banana).\nThe descent on the same path was very dangerous because it was very steep and slippery (dust). You had to be concentrated 150% and make sure to avoid any mistake or you could have wristed your ankle in a second.\n\nBack in Toya Bungkah we drove back to Ubud as fast as possible (after a shower of course), so we stayed only 1 night.\n\nMy theory is, that after we passed Penelokan (Remember the man who stopped our car?) called the guys in Toya Bungkah. Maybe somehow our driver told them where we will stay and then they knew where to wait for us. So they are intercepting every tourist and sell the trekking tours to them. The \official\" association of Mt. Batur trekking guides is just a fake in my eyes to get more money from tourists. If you can: Avoid Toya Bungkah, Mt. Batur and the whole Penelokan region if you're not there with your own car/motorbike (so you can go get away fast if there is any problem). You will be stuck there and regret it. You can have a sunrise everywhere else on this planet, and for free."
(30) \nWe enquire on the trip while we were in Legian and they quote us 700k per pax.\nWhile we were in ubud we enquired again and purchased the trip there costs us 350k per person.\nThe journey to Mt Batur is nearer from Ubud hence its cheaper. Save big on the fuel -they say.\n\nThe driver picked us up at our hotel in Ubud at 2am sharp.\nPick up a few others nearby before off to Mount Batur.\nWe had breakfast fried bananas and had a choice of hot tea or coffee and we were also given a box of breakfast for us to consume later on.\n\nStart at abt 4am and our group consists of 4 pax include our guide reached the summit before sunrise around 5.35am.\n\nWe took our time. Slowly but surely. 1 step at a time.\nHike in pitch black and cold weather with only torchlight to guide our paths. Definitely not for those who is not in good shape.\nI'd advise to those who is not active to need some preparation before going. I workout 6days a week and run 3km everyday but i still find this quite challenging.\n\nThe paths are full of rocks and pebbles. Need to really watch your steps and equipped yourself with a good pair of shoes!\nDress comfy. Bring a jacket. Its really cold even at the base. Its was 8 deg celcius on top while we we there on 17th Sept 2017. Bring enough water to consume. We drank alot. But beware its difficult to find a toilet!\n\nIf you're into this kind of adventure. Go for it!! Eventhough it's challenging it's really entertaining and fun! U will know what i'm talking about once you've seen those breathtaking views from the top.\n\nWe took a different route going down.\nLonger but easier. We reached the base at 9.30am. We took our sweet time chatting with each other. Taking lots of photos. Chatting with our guide. There's no need to rush if u have time! The most importantly is DO ENJOY!
(31) Another beautiful and great trek in Bali. I suggest to book a guide and start early. It takes approx 4 hours to complete the track
(32) Wow wow wow, what an experience, sight of sunrise over bali is breath taking. Will recomend this trek highly. Be warned it is not for the faint hearted. The trek up 1700m+ is very hard work, will test you physically and mentally. At points in the trek it gets really steep, the jagged rocks and slippery surface can make it difficult. But for the views at the summit its well worth it. There will be people on dirt bikes offering you lift to certain altitude for a small fee. But to get to the summit you still will have to climb a few hundred meters. Take plenty of water with you, good footwear and jacket and jogging bottoms as it is really cold at the summit. This is must do while in Bali
(33) Climbed mt agung last night. Still awake surprisingly on little to no sleep started at 1.am for the hike and got back down the next morning at 10ish. I found the first part of the hike very challenging fitness wise, it got easier fitness wise to the top however I was completely terrified at the steep rocks and height feeling as though I could easily fall off it was like rock climbing in pitch black with no harness.. Not very safe! (nearly had a panic attack) most other people seemed ok though so don't let that put you off somehow sucked it up and carried on to the top. Freezing up there but the view was amazing and a huge accomplishment after fear and struggle. Was happy to descent down however that became really challenging on the knees and it was super easy to slip on rocks. A bunch of monkeys came up to us which was really cool. Over all crazy and rewarding experience but do not attempt if scared of heights I'm not and I was terrified. Proud to have made it though. Bring warm clothes/layer the top was freezing.
(34) We went to Mt. Batur for a scenic lunch. It was the most gorgeous place to have lunch in regards of the magnificent view. I still keep having daydreams about it - oh my, what an amazing view!\n\nI don't want to talk about the food as we went there for the view and yes, to be honest, the food was the worst we have eaten in Bali.\n\nTips : go there for the view, get a drink and skip the food!
(35) This is definitely the highlight of my Bali trip. We were from Ubud, took about an hour drive at 2am from our hotel along the dark and cooling road to Kintamani. When we reached there, the gude, Ms Suci provided us with a torchlight and off we go!\n\nSuch an awesome climb. Its a 2hrs ascend to the summit. Its like climbing up stairs up for 2hrs. cos' its pretty steep. The view was magnificent and SOO beautiful. The air is fresh and the volcanic ash on our shoes is so cool! We had warm tea and boiled eggs at the submit. Awesome! I'm an adventurous traveler, this mountain is definitely a fun mount to climb! When we reach the summit there are holes and caves where there are hot vapour/steam. Pretty cool.\n\nWe went down the mountain the same path we came up. It was easy and fun. All i can say is, this is a must do activity if you are adventurous, physically fit and love awesome views! WooOO!
(36) No. It’s not an easy trek up. Loose rocks and steep ascend in sheer darkness are not exactly the best combo for a relaxing morning hike!\n\nBut you’ll be rewarded with a breathtaking sunrise once you completed the ascend after 2 hrs.\n\nThe first part was easy on tar path, then comes the rocky paths. After the halfway pit stop things start to get serious with really huge steps on loose rocks. Thank god I had my guide holding my hands else I would have gone for the easier way up - which was to pay SGD35 for a scrambler bike ride up at the halfway pit stop.\n\nTip: wear windbreaker. It’s cold. Have head torch. Hands will get busy climbing and balancing.
(37) So this is one of those must do hikes in Bali and the views are wonderful on the way up and from the summit of Mount Batur.\n\nBut the regular route is super crowded and motor bikes go up and down trying to convince trekkers to grab a lift. The motorbike fumes are awful and this really makes for a terrible experience.\n\nOnce you get to the top make sure you do the true summit which most people miss. Then traverse around the volcano and visit the two other craters which also provides an alternative descent route which we did without a single other person on the route.\n\nThe alternate route is not for everyone and can be quite slippery and requires good foot work.\n\nWe went super fast reaching the summit in 50 minutes and then had a relaxing traverse before having breakfast and then sauntering down to the start. Total round trip 3 hours.\n\nNote: you are required to take a local guide which I did. Fortunately I had a young man who was up for a fast pace and was very happy to take the route less travelled.\n\n
(38) What an easy and challenging trek in one go.... amazing experience with the group that was randomly put together as I was alone from my hotel. We had a couple who carried an year old baby and a five year old boy. They were so inspiring to see. While our guide was super friendly, knowledgable and extremely helpful. he kept me going all the way.
(39) I think it might be better to avoid the sunrise tour and try to get up there without a guide and the crowds. After an early start, we were two thirds of the way up the mountain (having listened to our guide complain about his knees and repeatedly emphasize the importance of tipping him in various subtle and not so subtle ways) and had beaten the crowd when our guide told us we were at the peak and that the top of the volcano was a different peak that was not included in our tour. He kindly offered to take us there and if we liked it we could tip him more. Everyone else (about 100 people that morning) was overtaking us and going directly to the top. We wanted to go but even after we insisted on going up he stopped just a little way below the top and cooked our eggs in one of the huts up there where you can get tea and coffee rather than in the volcano steam as promised. We went to the very top ourselves and then saw the whole crater that you can walk around. We wanted to walk around the crater but he followed us and said that this was not included in the tour we had booked either but he would be happy to take us. When we pointed out that everyone else was walking around, he told us that they had booked another tour and were going down the other side. The volcano is really easy to walk up and has clearly defined paths - you cannot go wrong really, but they insist on the need for a guide. In our case, we had to pay for a person to accompany us who prevented us from going where we wanted and tried to rip us off for doing so. The view was beautiful but the presence of this guide really brought down what would otherwise have been a really nice experience.
(40) very good view on the volcano Batur and on the lake, if not cloudy, the sunset is beautifull, i recommand to visit it
(41) The view of Mount Batur at Kintamani was spectacular but my husband and I were really annoyed with the street peddlers that kept harrasing us to buy their souvenirs despite us repeatedly insisting we didn't want anything.\n\nWe had lunch at one of the restaurants (I can't remember the name) but the food was terrible and worst of all, it was a total rip off! We kept telling ourselsves we actually paid for the magnificent view and not the food!\n\nNevertheless, it is still an attraction and what is Bali without its beautiful scenery!
(42) We started at 3am and we drove to the base of the mountain. The guides started very fast and the group split into two groups. The slower ones set a good pace and we climbed steadily. The food at the top was wonderful and it was great to see the steam belching out of the fissures. The monkeys were an added highlight. Be careful going down as it is very steep and can be slippery and dangerous. There are no toilets to be prepared to go into the bushes. It was a great experience and the sunrise over the valley and the lake was wonderful. Thoroughly recommend it!
(43) This hike was a very interesting hike for us. We got picked up at about 2 am from our hotel and we started hiking as soon as we reached destination with a flash light. It was definitely a first to engage in that kind of hike. The trail was a bit tough and rough especially on the way up and I don't think I would have been bold enough to do it if it was not still dark when we started. Once we reached the top and experienced the brilliant awesome wonder of God's creation, the sunrise, it was at that time that I felt it was worth it. The guides made us some breakfast and hot tea when we got up there. It is a picture perfect scenery up that second most active volcano in Bali. I actually hiked this volcanic mountain in June of 2010. I would recommend it to adventurous travelers. Well worth it!
(44) Although, we didn't make it onto the mountain, we enjoying overlooking the mountain from the hills of Kintamani, and it was truly beautiful with the lake in the background and the volcano scarred lands in the foreground it made for a compelling photo.
(45) This is one of my favorite memories from my time in Bali. It's roughly a 2 hour hike to get to the top and fairly steep, especially towards the end. I recommend doing the hike in some sort of athletic shoe as there are a lot of rocks, including lose ones, and you have to be careful not to roll your ankle. There's a good number of hikers that do the sunrise hike...one of the coolest parts for me was seeing the white light of flashlights from the single file line of hikers weaving its way up the mountain under the night sky. A really amazing sight, almost surreal. Watching the sunrise from the top of Batur is a memory I will never forget. One tip...I really recommend every person caring a flashlight....guides try to make every two people share, but its virtually impossible to share especially when you're going single file in the steep parts.
(46) Would recommend this to anyone. Beware, you do need to be moderately able bodied. This is not a gentle walk up the side of a hill. The trek starts off on a gentle slope with volcanic rock and sand underfoot. However, after 20 minutes or so you do start to notice it getting steeper. After around 30 minutes it does get quite steep. The ground underfoot can also be quite challenging. Loose stones and rocks, and some step ups. However, we trekked with my son, who has just turned 10, and he made it to the top with no real problems. We arrived at the top around 0530, so I guess it took us 90-100 mins. There were quite a few others trekking. You can see the flashlights of the people ahead of you bobbing up the side of the mountain. However, when you get to the top there are three places to see the sunrise. One right at the top, one about 5 mins gentle walk further on and one a 30 min trek up another steep slope. We went to the second of these, which was an excellent place to watch the sun come up. Our guide said the final climb was quite difficult and slippy, as the ground can be a little wet before sunrise. If you do want to go all the way make sure you allow enough time. We saw a few people only part way up when the sun began to rise. I would prefer to watch from the comfort of a bench sipping coffee than perched on the side of a hill! You will probably need to put a jumper on once you get to the top as it is a little chilly, although we got hot on the climb itself and all our extra clothes ended up in the rucksack. The sunrise was fantastic. Took so many pictures. Once you are rested and have had breakfast (banana sandwich and a boiled egg) you can walk part way down into the crater to see a couple of fissures, and a bat cave. We did not realise this when we booked the trek, so it was a real added bonus. My 10 year old boy was so proud at what he had achieved. It was worth the effort to see that! After you have completed the walk I would strongly recommend going to the Toya Bungkah hot springs. When you are dusty and a little bit sore you cannot imagine how soothing relaxing in these is - fantastic.
(47) It has been a few years since I've been to Bali, but the most memorable moment was having a simple breakfast on the top of Mt Batur while enjoying the sunrise above Lombok. We have been picked up in our hotel at 12 midnight and were at the top at 6AM. The walk was sometimes quite hard and tough and at certain point I did not see the use of it anymore. The return was at times even harder, seen the loose stones. Not too good for the knees, though...\nNevertheless it has been a great experience! A real must do!
(48) I always think the best way to experience a place is through it's sunrises, and Batur never fails you with stunning views. Whenever I'm in bali, I'll try to plan in a hike (although it is getting more and more expensive to do the trip through tours and guide- don't think they allow solo travel yet.)
(49) When the Mount Agung erupted in November 2017 it disrupted a lot of lives, including the local Balinese as well as tourist. Now in May 2018 it is possible to go to see Mount Agung once again
(50) Trekking to the summit of Gunung Batur at 1,717 metres was amazing! It is physically challenging for many reasons - starting off at 3AM to reach the summit by 6AM is one; the rocky yet sandy and slippery terrain is second; getting stuck behind trails of people going at a pace different from yours is another.\nI prepared myself well for the trek by wearing 2 layers, and a wind breaker on top, wearing proper trekking shoes and having hiking poles to navigate the sandy and slippery terrains; but there were others on the trek who were simply in sneakers and T-shirts and bermudas - so it is up to one how much you wish to layer up & prepare for it.\nThere's nothing much to see or do on the way up since it's so dark and my advice is to wear a head lamp and leave the hands free to hold on to rocks for support. We went by a different way to descend the summit and trekked for 45 mins along a steep and narrow path which offer amazing views of the valley beneath Mt Batur. At some points, the path was only 20 centimetres wide, so the faint-hearted had best not look down. At other parts along this narrow path right at the top - there were holes that emitted steam volcanic gases, that helped to warm us up. The narrow path at the top gives way to a broader tracked filled with volcanic sand that was soft and slippery and one needs to go slow so as not to slide all the way down. Overall, this was an excellent experience that offered breathtaking views, and absolutely recommended for nature lovers who are physically fit!\nFinally, there are some posts about the \local mafia\" who insist that you bring a local guide. It is possible to mitigate this by paying an extra fee of IDR 150,000, However, I recommend hiring a local guide as they can be very helpful to guide your way up in the dark. We hired a guide from Bali but not native to Kintamani and he was actually not very helpful, leading our group on the wrong path, and ended up trailing behind us. I ended up having to rely on another group's guide to help me show the path on the way up. One particularly helpful & friendly guide on Mt Batur was a girl by the name of Suli and she was an angel, looking out for me, encouraging me to go on when we were near the top."
(51) I climb up the Mt Agung October last year in related to big ceremony conducted in our village.\nWe started from Pasar Agung temple and there were about hundreds of pilgrim from our village (community) tried to climb up.\nBut only half of them could reach the top of mount.\nMake sure to have very good stamina,because this is not usual trek,it is very hard & challenging.\nBring enough mineral water and snack are advisable.\nEnsure to wear the trekking equipment such as ; layers,gloves,stick etc.
(52) The 3 km stretch of road has multiple chances to photograph the mountain / volcano .\n\nAs expected a entry fee to continue on road - like many of the tourist spots\n\nToday police checking all cars / drivers had correct licenses, best go with reputable driver .
(53) Great experience for me and I'm a first timer!\n\nIt can be physically challenging for someone who doesn't take any sports. I have seen a number of hikers heading down before reaching to the top.\n\nI do full marathons on my daily life, and that's about it. I have a nerve injury to my arm, mobility isn't there to help support myself. Also, participated in the Bali marathon 2 days ago, so my legs are pretty weak. My ankle was hurting, probably due to abit of stretch from the marathon. But I managed to hit the top! I was paired with 2 other more seasoned hikers, from Australia. And it was quite a challenge keeping up the pace with them! Overall, upslope is very much easier compared to downslope.\n\nAn advice will be to at least do some form of workout on your daily life, watch your steps and follow the every steps of the person in front of you. And do bring the necessity like a jacket at least. Awesome experience!!!!
(54) I contacted Jero become my guide but he send his uncle Ketut Wagib, reservation by his WA at +6281904082208 was easy, whiting couple of second minute he (Jero) replied my message with quote of tour package price. Started picked us up in our hotel in Golden Tulip Seminyak by his driver Agung, travel around 2 hours finally we reached base of volcano. Jero send us his uncke become our guide, I though Jero will be my guide but Ketut more than enough, he the best guide I have in Bali for 2 weeks. Started until back to the car Ketut treat us excellent, he friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and good English.\n\nThank you Jero for arranging my trip to Mt. Batur, I and my friend definitely highly recommend your team to everyone. Please pass my big thank to Agung and Ketut, especially to Ketut without him I can't do it well. Thank you so much for excellent services!!!\nVisited June 2016
(55) Great experience, well worth the trek and a very nice escape from the town.\nAt the base of the volcano we were met by Adi and Made, our local guides, we were given some water and a flashlight. Be prepared for a tiring 2 hours hike up the volcano.\nGuides were friendly and helpful as we struggled to climb up the loose rocks. They would always ask us and made sure we were okay, The climb up was definitely challenging especially the last higher ups. the volcanic soil is very very loose and slippery.\nIt's all worth the effort as the sunrise is spectacular and the surrounding views are stunning.\nTip - Make sure you take a jacket for the top as it's colder and windy until sunrise
(56) We dined atop a hillside overlooking the dramatic brown peaks of Mt. Batur. Couldn't have been a more perfect spot to soak in the view noting its double rugged calderas, and close by, LAKE BATUR, magnificent in pale blue, placidly positioned beneath a series of mountains. Perfect views for a lunchtime stopover on our tour of this eastern part of the island. Truly a highlight!
(57) Mt. Batur is located in Bangli Regency, Kintamani District, Batur Village, is about 2hours drive from Denpasar and 1 hour drive from Ubud. The last biggest eruption on 1974. Coming in day time you will see magnificent few of the Vulcano from Kintamani hill and with the Batur lake under feet of the Vulcano. Early morning around 200 people every day climb to the top to see sunrise. Will climb start around 3-3.30am, normally will 2 hours walking to the top. We will a company by local guide to help us to the top. Sunrise usually 6.15am, while we waiting the sunrise our local guide will help us to organise our breakfast, you can choose coffee, tea, banana pancakes, banana, or other fruits. Will very cold in top so we need bring jackets, and long pants. But after sunrise will very warm. After see sunrise we will walk around a bit to see the cafe, caldera park, and see the smoke from the ground, and will see some monkeys around. After we see enough in the top, will walk back to finish point. No far from there will can stop for hot spring, good place for relaxing massage after hard climb. For more information and easy organise you can contact me on mu facebook \Komang Sujati Balitour\" or phone number or WhatsApp on +6281353292333. I done many times took people to the top, will help you!!\nThank you 🙏🏻"
(58) Mount Batur is an active volcano in Kintamani District, Bangli Regency, Bali, Indonesia. Wikipedia.\nplease take care of your cleanliness when climbing, do not litter, do not speak harshly, think dirty, and behave badly. for women do not climb during menstruation.
(59) I had a great time. We got picked up from our hotel (Bali Mandira) at 1am. It was a 2hr drive to the base and we started walking around 3.30. There were people there hiring out wind-jackets and I would definitely recommend hiring one or bringing your own. It is quite chilly at the top while you wait for the sunrise. Make sure you have good walking shoes, DEFINITELY take your own torch as we only had 3 between 7 of us and in the pitch black it is not a good scenario. You really need a head torch and a water bottle holder to put around your waist or neck as you really need both hands at certain levels of the walk. The guides were excellent and patient. I am pretty fit but it took its toll on me. The view was exhilarating and yes there was cloud but that disappeared. I was surprised to see so many other people up there. Possibly 150 others were climbing at the same time, but it was not intrusive at all. I expected it to be more barren and covered in dried lava, but it was very lush and green. Take some nibbles for the trip up, as we got offered a hard boiled egg (still in its shell) and mashed banana on 2 slices of bread for breakfast at the top. Bit disappointing also that they offered us drinks and then tried to charge for them. Who carries money on a walk up a volcano.!!! I was pretty hungry by the time I got down the mountain and needed some energy food. There were monkeys at the top and they were still quite wild but worth photographing. The walk down makes you aware of what you actually climbed in the dark and when I got to the base I thought to myself \if I had seen this walk in the day time I probably wouldn't have done it\"...so I am glad we did it in the dark. The only thing I would check up on is when the ANNUAL RAVE PARTY happens there. Because you really want to avoid that. It was VERY INTRUSIVE on the whole mood. All we could hear for the 2 hrs up and time up there and then the walk down was this horrible beating music and coloured flashing lights and laser lights. I believe it goes on for 4 days each year, so maybe do your climb before or after the RAVE. Otherwise I would definitely recommend this walk....what a challenge and experience."
(60) I have done the climb last Sunday.Have been picked up by 2 friendly drivers at 2 am from my Sanur hotel.On the way to the starting point we have picked up 3 more tourist from Ubud area. We arrived to a place where we have been offered some tea and coffee and banana pancake it was nice.Then we drove to a starting point where they have toilets and recommended to use before the climb as there is only nature till we arrive back some 4 hours later:) Everyone got a torch and we have started to climb in small groups of fours ...Our guide,Ketut was very helpful ,as the climb was a bit hard at the end he just carried my bag and hold my hand and literally he pulled me all the way up to the highest peak of Mt,Batur. I have tipped him well when we have arrived back later on.Weather was cold windy and foggy on the peak and we havent seen any sunrise because of this ,but it was still that fantastic feeling of achievement in the air :)\nRecommended good strong gripping shoes and maybe your own headlight which I had and makes it easier that you dont have to hold it constantly .I was with Kintamani tour and have booked the tour through a website TripAdeal in Australia and cost me AU$ 36 only...Overall it was a great experience and I would love to do it again ,but check weather forecast beforehand ;) wouldnt recommend for people with respiratory problems or knee troubles ...