About this tour
Skip the pre-dawn hike and reach Mount Batur's summit by four-wheel drive instead. This eight-hour Jeep tour takes you up to 1,360 metres to catch sunrise over Bali's active volcano, followed by a cooked breakfast and a drive through the dramatic black sand and lava fields below. It's the option for those who want the view without the night-time slog, and works well for families or anyone wary of a four-hour climb in darkness.
Highlights
- Sunrise viewpoint at 1,360m without the pre-dawn hike
- Hot springs visit available at own expense
- Black sand and lava field exploration by Jeep
- Cooked breakfast included at the summit
- Four-wheel drive suitable for families and older travellers
- Private driver and local guide throughout
What to expect
You'll be picked up early and driven up winding mountain roads in a classic four-wheel drive vehicle, arriving in time for sunrise over the crater and surrounding landscape. After watching the light change across the volcanic terrain, your guide will serve hot tea or coffee and breakfast while you take in the views. The drive then continues down through the cooled lava flows and distinctive black sand areas at the volcano's base, where the landscape shifts from green slopes to stark charcoal terrain. If you fancy a soak afterwards, the natural hot springs are nearby—just cover the entry fee separately.
Good to know
This tour isn't suitable if you have spinal issues, are pregnant, or have heart concerns. You'll need moderate fitness for the bumpy Jeep ride and walking around the summit area. Bring warm layers for the early morning and sunscreen for the exposed ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.