Mount Batur

Name: Mount Batur

Altitude: 1717 meters

What to expect: see the active volcano, sunrise or sunset on the volcano

Location: Bali, Indonesia

Difficulty: Moderate

Duration: About 2 hours to get to the top

Mount Batur is a active volcano located in the northeast of Bali, Indonesia. With an altitude of 1717 meters, Mount Batur is a good destination for tourists who want to enjoy the sunrise of volcano. Ever since 1800, the Mount Batur had erupted for more than 22 times. Its last eruption was in 2000. If you want to capture the stunning view of the sunrise at the Mount Batur, you may go to the Mount Batur on a sunny day. And the Lake Batur is just on the foot of the Mount Batur, which is beautiful. And it formed because of the accumulation of the volcano rock of the Mount Batur.

What to Expect on the Mount Batur

Witness the View of Active Volcano

There are several active volcanoes in Indonesia, and Mount Batur is the simplest to hike. And if you happen to be in Bali, Mount Batur is nearest volcano to you with wonderful scenery. For tourists who want to see the view of active volcano, Mount Batur is a good destination for you in Indonesia. You will have chance to witness the active volcano at Mount Batur in Bali. Sometimes you can see the smoke rising from the crater. Seeing the active volcano from the distance is a memorable thing itself.

Enjoy the Stunning Landscapes around the Mountain

Stand on the top of the Mount Batur, you can see the volcano in the distance, and you will have a panoramic view of the Mount Batur and its surrounding landscapes including mountains, lake and villages. On a clear day, you can see the blue sky, volcano, mountains and beautiful lake at the top of the Mount Batur. During your hiking, you may have chance to explore the lava fields. Please guarantee your safety while exploring the lava fields. And though it is not difficult to climb the Mount Batur, please pay attention to your safety during your trekking to avoid falling down.

Enjoy the Stunning Sunrise or Sunset on the Volcano

Most of the tourists come to Mount Batur to enjoy the stunning view of the sunrise or sunset on the volcano. It is absolutely spectacular and happy to see the sunrise or sunset at the Mount Batur. Sunrise and sunset are beautiful, and sunrise or sunset on the volcano is more impressive and charming. To catch the sunrise or sunset on the Mount Batur, you’d better calculate and estimate time in advance to make sure you can catch the wonderful moment and scene. Generally speaking, it takes about 2 hours to get to the top of the Mount Batur. By the way, you will also have chance to see the spectacular and breathtaking sea of clouds on the Mount Batur. Volcano and sea of clouds are really attractive.

Experience the Hot Spring

The temperature at the top of the Mount Batur is a little cool or cold. After climbing the Mount Batur, hot spring near the Mount Batur is a good choice for you. The temperature of the hot spring is not very hot, which is comfortable for you to relax after climbing. At the hot spring, you can also see the Lake Batur and Mount Batur with beautiful scenery. The hot spring is also a good place to take photos if you find the suitable position. You can get close to the nature at the hot spring here.

Best Time to Visit the Mount Batur

The best time to visit the Mount Batur is from April to October, the dry season of Bali with better condition of the trails and wider horizon. At the dry season, it is not difficult to hike on the Mount Batur with better condition of the trails. And climbing the Mount Batur in dry season is easier and safer than that in rainy season. Besides, it is possible for you to see the volcano and the surrounding landscapes clearly. During the rainy season in Bali, you may not get the clear view of the volcano and the surrounding landscapes.

Travel Tips to Mount Batur

• Find a reliable and experienced guide for you, who can suggest you a trail with good condition and help you during your hiking.
• Prepare suitable clothes since the temperature at the top of the Mount Batur is cooler than that of the ground.
• Please guarantee your safety and be careful while you are trekking on the Mount Batur. It is very dark while trekking if you want to catch the sunrise on the Mount Batur, please pay attention to the trails on your way.
• Be careful of the wild monkey on the Mount Batur because they may snatch and destroy your belongings like cell phone, hats, etc.