Mount Batur Volcano Viewpoint

The Mount Batur Volcano Viewpoint is located in Penelokan village, Kintamani. Along the Penelokan highway, you can enjoy beautiful views of Mount Batur, often referred to as the Kintamani Volcano. However, there is a perfect location, designed by the local government, for enjoying the beauty of Mount Batur and its lake. It is located exactly 100 meters part the Batur UNESCO Global Geopark if you are coming from the direction of Tirta Empul Temple or Penglipuran village. If you are in southern Bali, such as near Ngurah Rai airport, it takes about two hours to reach the location.

Visiting the scenic Mount Batur (or Kintamani Volcano) viewpoint in Penelokan village is the best option for those who wish to admire the natural beauty of Mount Batur without going on a trek or a jeep tour. The best time to visit this spot is during the day, when the full beauty of Mount Batur and Lake Batur is clearly visible. In the afternoon, the area is usually shrouded in fog due to its high-altitude location. Upon arrival, you will be treated to stunning natural scenery and cool, refreshing air that makes you want to linger, it is a perfect spot for selfies, featuring a beautiful volcano and lake as backdrop.

Ticket fee and Opening hours

You will enter the Kintamani area before arriving at the site. There is an entrance fee of IDR 50.000 per person for the Kintamani area; however, there is no entrance fee to visit the Batur Volcano viewpoint. if you are visiting by vehicle, you can park inside the market on the left past the Kintamani Volcano view point if arriving from the direction of Tirta Empul or at the Batur UNESCO Global Geopark. Parking fees are IDR 5.000 per car and IDR 2.000 per motorcycle. This tourist attraction is open 24 hours a day, except on Nyepi (Day of silence), when all tourist attractions in Bali are closed.

What other interesting activities are there in the Kintamani area?

#1. Lunch with a beautiful view

When visiting the Kintamani volcano viewpoint, you can have lunch at a local restaurant with a beautiful view. You can find many restaurants along the main road of Penelokan that offer views of Mount Batur and the lake Generally the restaurants here serve buffet lunches. Several restaurants serve lunch buffets such as Batur Sari Restaurant, Grand Puncak restaurant, and many others.

#2. Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking

Mount Batur sunrise trekking is an exciting activity in Kintamani for those who wish to witness the beautiful sunrise from the crater of Moun Batur. This adventure package usually starts at 4 a.m. from the starting point.

#3. Bantur Sunrise Jeep Tour

This adventure activity is also highly popular among tourists who wish to view the beauty of Mount Batur volcano and its lake without under taking the climb. This tour is suitable for all ages and for those who do not wish to engage in hiking activities.

#4. Batur sunrise ATV Ride Tour

If you want to experience the thrill of riding an ATV at sunrise, this adventure package might be perfect for you. This activity begins at 5:00 AM, taking you across the black lava fields until you reach the Mount Batur sunrise view point.

#5. Batur Hot Spring

this hot spring attraction is located near lake Batur. It is a wonderful place to visit if you want to swim in the hot springs while enjoying a close-up view of the beautiful Mount Batur Volcano and the lake.

#6. Visit Trunyan Village

A remote village located on the eastern shores of lake Batur, known for a funeral practice where the deceased are not buried but instead laid upon the ground, following Hindu ceremonies and local traditions. You can experience the unique traditions of this village up close by taking a speedboat from the Kedisan pier to Trunyan village. Read more …

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