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Mount Batur at Sunrise: The 15 Best Treks

113 tours  ·  from $19 a head

The climb is two hours in the dark on loose volcanic grit, and every operator sells the same summit. These 15 differ on pickup time, guide ratios, whether breakfast is really steamed in the vents and what the jeep alternative costs if the legs say no.

Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option - Sunrise from the summit and crater rim
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Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option

1.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,927 reviews · from $33Our pick

Start before dawn for Mount Batur’s volcanic sunrise, a summit breakfast, and caldera views. Choose a guided hike or Jeep ride, then add hot springs, a waterfall, or jungle swing. Hotel pickup is offered from Ubud and other Bali areas. Guides such as Nopia, Ayu, Putu, and Ketut are praised for patience and support.

“We did this trek on my 40th birthday and what a way to start my next decade! It started with a 2am pick up in Ubud and we got to the bottom of the mountain around 330am. We were given tea, a head torch, and a stick (if you wanted it). There were also toilets available at this point (none at the top so go before you start!). The hike began around 4am and it was dark, dusty and steep in places but our wonderful guide stopped whenever needed and knew good places to perch and have a water stop. The closer to the top you get the tougher the…”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Hike with Breakfast - Toya Bungkah and the rough climb into the dark
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Mount Batur Sunrise Hike with Breakfast

2.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,757 reviews · from $30

Start before dawn for a guided Mount Batur climb from Toya Bungkah. Guides such as Ayu, Iwan, Novi, and Nengah help with the steep volcanic path, then serve breakfast, coffee, tea, fruit, and a steam-cooked egg at the summit. Pickup, equipment, water, and return transport are included.

“Our driver was right on time, and our guide was fantastic!! Seriously, the best guide (sorry, can't think of his name but photo attached)!! The views were stunning, and we are so happy we got up early for the trek.”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities - The pre-dawn ride to Mount Batur
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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities

3.Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour with Optional Activities

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,555 reviews · from $24

Meet your Jeep driver near Mount Batur, then ride to a sunrise viewpoint above the caldera and Lake Batur without hiking to the summit. Guides such as Agus, Komang, Gede, and Coco help with photos and local context. After sunrise, explore Black Lava, with optional breakfast, hot springs, and hotel pickup depending on your booking.

“Lolot was amazing, so knowledgeable and very welcoming. He was very nice, 10/10 guide would recommend.”

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Mount Batur Jeep Adventure - Getting from Ubud to Kintamani before dawn
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Mount Batur Jeep Adventure

4.Mount Batur Jeep Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,420 reviews · from $21

Leave Ubud before dawn for Mount Batur in a classic 4WD jeep. Your local jeep driver, such as Kadek, Dira, Jo, or Eddy, takes you to a sunrise viewpoint around 1,360 meters, serves a light breakfast and hot drink, then drives across the 1963 black lava fields. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Had a lovely morning visiting Mt Batur for sunrise. Everything ran smoothly, pick up and drop off were great. Mel the driver was lovely and Kadek who took us up the mountain was very knowledgeable and gave us so much information. The view from the top was stunning. Fantastic day!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour - The climb to the crater rim
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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour

5.Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,247 reviews · from $39

Ride a 4WD Jeep to a Mount Batur sunrise viewpoint without hiking, then visit the black lava fields. Your day can include breakfast, coffee or tea, a coffee farm, and an optional hot spring with towel and locker. Guides such as Arman, Emon, Komang, Wayan, and Jero are praised for safe driving and excellent photos.

“This is a must do tour when in Bali. It was such a great experience and will be something I’ll never forget. Our tour guid Aji was really helpful and made the whole experience easy. Thank you guys!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour - The climb to the crater rim
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Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour

6.Mount Batur Sunrise Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,198 reviews · from $20Best value

Leave before dawn for a 4x4 Jeep ride up Mount Batur, where guides such as Obeng, Lya, Kadek, and Yayan help you find sunrise viewpoints and take photos. You’ll see black lava, rural Kintamani, and enjoy breakfast with coffee or tea. The ride is thrilling, but weather, old vehicles, and a large crowd can affect the experience.

“Such a beautiful morning! The tour guides were amazing and went out of their way to make sure we had a great time and good photo memories. Such a fanatic sunrise and the black lava was awesome! The view of the crater is breaking taking! Was cold in the morning but can hire jackets for $5AUD”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive - Walking by flashlight to the volcano summit
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

7.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 906 reviews · from $21

Start with a 1:30 to 2:30 AM pickup, hike Mount Batur by flashlight with a Balinese guide, eat breakfast at the summit, watch sunrise over Lake Batur, then visit a coffee plantation. Groups are capped at five, with guides such as Wali, Made, Sari, and Madi praised for care and photos.

“Had such a wonderful experience! Everything went smooth. Gede was an excellent driver and got us to our destinations smoothly and on time - he went above and beyond for us! The hike was a once in a life time experience, Made was an excellent guide up Mt. Batur! This experience is a must in Bali!!!!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer - Starting the climb at Mount Batur
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer

8.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 885 reviews · from $49

Leave your Ubud or south Bali hotel around 1:30 a.m. for a private climb of Mount Batur. Your guide sets the pace, supplies a headlamp and trekking pole, and prepares breakfast near the summit. Guides such as Tana, Jata, Oman, Don, and Komang Ras are praised for patient pacing, safety, photos, and local insight.

“Great experience. The sunrise was the best we’ve ever seen. Our guide Jata was fantastic and very nice. Would definitely recommend!”

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Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour - Sunrise above Lake Batur and the caldera
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Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

9.Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 634 reviews · from $39

Leave your Bali hotel before dawn for Mount Batur, where a guided climb leads to sunrise views over Lake Batur, the caldera, rice terraces, and distant coast. Guides such as Gunawan, Adi, Ricky, and Dyangu are praised for steady pacing, photos, and friendly help. Breakfast is prepared using volcanic steam before you return.

“Our tour guide gunawan kept us laughing the whole way and was very supportive when we needed to stop for a break! He also became our personal photographer! We met lots of people and had breakfast/hot drinks served to us at the top! The sunrise was amazing and can’t wait to come back!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant) - Sunrise, hot drinks, and eggs cooked in volcanic steam
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant)

10.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · from $39

You’ll leave before dawn for Mount Batur with a private driver and guide such as Ketut, Jero, or Made. The climb is challenging but manageable, with flashlights, ponchos, hot drinks, steam-cooked eggs, and a restaurant breakfast overlooking Lake Batur. Jackets and walking poles are available on request.

“We had the BEST day with the Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking team! Pickup was on time and our driver Kadek was friendly and professional. I found the hike very tough (I'm very unfit 😬) but our guide Made was so patient and encouraging, and Read more”

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Mount Batur Jeep Tour and Hot Spring - Swing, ATV, and rafting combinations
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Mount Batur Jeep Tour and Hot Spring

11.Mount Batur Jeep Tour and Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · from $24

Skip the steep climb and reach Mount Batur’s sunrise viewpoint by 4WD jeep. Your early start includes a light breakfast, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, and water, followed by an optional soak at Batur Natural Hot Spring. Private transfers may cover many parts of Bali, and drivers such as Mella, Mang, or Wira may be assigned.

“It was very well organized, beatifiul and worth to going. The driver was friendly and helpful. Highly recommend”

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Mt Batur Sunrise, Breakfast & Natural Hot Springs - Volcanic Breakfast with a View
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Mt Batur Sunrise, Breakfast & Natural Hot Springs

12.Mt Batur Sunrise, Breakfast & Natural Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 458 reviews · from $20

Start with a very early pickup, then hike Mt Batur with a licensed local guide such as Made or Maanwiss. Expect a steep, dark climb, sunrise views, hot drinks, steam-cooked breakfast, and optional natural hot springs. Groups are limited to five, with transport, entry, and hiking gear included.

“I loved the beautiful sights from Mt. Batur. The only thing was that it should be more informative about how steep of climb. I am older with no so good knees and I ended up paying for motorcycle to take me almost because they let you ofRead more”

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Mount Batur Jeep Sunrise Tour - The 1963 black lava fields
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Mount Batur Jeep Sunrise Tour

13.Mount Batur Jeep Sunrise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 452 reviews · from $28

You’ll leave Ubud or south Bali before dawn, ride a 4WD Jeep up Mount Batur, and watch sunrise over Lake Batur and Mount Abang. A local guide, such as Made, handles the route and photos. Breakfast, hot coffee or tea, bottled water, entrance fees, and transport are included before a drive through the Kintamani Black Lava fields.

“great team work in organizing and accomodating my brother and I. We felt welcome and appreciated .Looking forward to doing it qgain.”

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Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring - The 1:00 to 3:00 a.m. pickup from south Bali
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Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring

14.Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 431 reviews · from $63

Start with a 1:00 to 3:00 a.m. pickup, hike Mount Batur with a private guide, watch the sunrise from up to 1,717 meters, then enjoy breakfast and a long soak at Batur Natural Hot Spring. The tour includes transport, trekking poles, a headlamp, water, towels, soap, and shampoo. Guide Oman is noted for his kind, flexible help.

“Amazing experience! Definitely need some level of fitness because it’s challenging in parts! Our guides were phenomenal, let us move at a pace that was comfortable and coaxed us through the hardest parts. Would absolutely recommend!!”

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Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide - Climbing in darkness with a local guide
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Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide

15.Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 422 reviews · from $42

Start around 2 a.m. from Ubud, meet your local guide at Mount Batur, and climb for sunrise over Bali, Lombok, and Lake Batur. Guides such as Tri, Andra, Ketut, and JRO have helped past groups with pacing and photos. After breakfast, descend by volcanic gravel and stop at a coffee plantation.

“We enjoyed this hike to Mount Batur with our guide Kedut. He was super nice guy and speak well English. We were very lucky to see the sunrise with breakfast on the top of the mountain. The trip included pick up and drop off from / to the hotel. The team was very organized and friendly. It was a great experience to hike 10 km hike on to of active volcano.”

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