LAKE BATUR (DANAU BATUR)

Mount Batur, apart from holding religious significance, is a natural masterpiece that you can hike on. But for that, you'll need to go to bed around 6pm the evening before. Your adventure begins when everything around you is in deep slumber, with a convenient transfer to the trekking spot in a shared vehicle. Gear on and hop off, you have a long way to cover. You'll trek 2 hours up to the top, getting way too many steps in, and building an appetite along the way. Your trusty English-speaking guide accompanies you all the way, letting you in on all of the region's history, stories, and more. When you finally do get to the top, suddenly, time and everything else stand still, in wait. The majestic sun slowly, poetically, and like a work of art, rises into the sky, from Mt Agung's silhouette, above Lake Batur. Also, as you look around at Mt. Abang and Mt. Rinjani, as they say, everything makes sense. Enjoy a yummy breakfast cooked over volcano steam before you head down to your ride.

There's no wrong side of the bed – either way, you're in for an amazing albeit super early day. Beep, beep goes your ride, right on time, waiting for you to hop in. Meet up with your expert guide who knows all there is to know about Mount Batur and the whole of Bali. Listen to amazing stories and tidbits on the way, and before you know it, you're at the top. Watch the magnificent sun rise above Lake Batur, as you breathe in the crisp mountain air. Take your time to absorb it all in, before you explore the black sands and lava trails that tell stories of Mount Batur's volcanic temper tantrums. Begin your descent, bidding a reluctant goodbye to Mount Batur. Arrive at the freshwater pool produced by the natural hot springs, and jump right in. You're in for a soothing treat: it's warm, rich in good-for-you minerals, and super refreshing. Itinerary Hotel pick-up Arrive at the Starting point, introduction, & safety briefing Ride to Mount Batur (40 mins 4WD jeep ride) Arrive at the sunrise viewpoint Watch the sunrise Explore black lava area by 4WD jeep Visit a hot spring & Breakfast Visit a coffee plantation Hotel drop-off