Bali · HIKING TRIPS IN EAST BALI
Good hiking trips in East Bali fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 7 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Bali’s Mount Agung sunrise trek, with route choices, steep climbs, guides, transport, costs, safety tips, and honest advice
“Slight confusion about pick up & transport, very quickly resolved. Driver was lovely, our guide was great. Got us up & down safely. A nice less touristy hike. I think we were 2 of possibly 10 people at the summit for sunrise :)”
Walk Sidemen’s rice terraces, market, villages, and Subak waterways with a local guide, plus Mount Agung views, for just $14.
“Beautiful tour, guide was knowledgeable and very funny, perfect morning activity!”
Walk Sidemen’s rice terraces with a local guide, learn about Balinese farming and irrigation, and enjoy quiet village views for $17.
“A nice tour throughout the Sidemen village and the rice and vegetable fields. Our tour guide, Juni, was able to tell us a lot about the aggregation system and the way they operate. Nice way to explore the lands of Sidemen.”
Climb Mount Agung from Besakih for a demanding sunrise trek, island views, volcanic slopes, and a private English-guided experience.
“Firstly it was really difficult - I’ve run ultramarathons and have climbed one other 3,000m+ peak and this was up there in difficulty. Part of the challenge was not having the right equipment - you need a big bag to carry 3L+ of water and huge snack/lunch boxes. You could really do with specialist climbing/hiking shoes thatre good with slippy volcanic rock. And cold weather and rain protection gear is a must. The tour should do more to let you know about this before the trip.”
Climb Mount Batur before dawn for a sunrise over Lake Batur, volcanic views, hot-steam eggs, guide, transport, and gear for $22.
“Superbe excursion merci à notre chauffeur nunkari et notre guide gekmin”
Trek Mount Abang before dawn for temple stops, tropical forest, a sunrise summit, and views of Batur, Agung, and Lombok's Rinjani.
“Driver and mountain guide both were very friendly and thoughtful. Had great time with them!”
Climb Mount Agung by headlamp from Besakih for a demanding sunrise trek, private hotel transport, a guide, breakfast, and vast Bali views.
“Had an absolutely epic day climbing Mt Agung today! The weather held out for an unbelievable sunrise! Massive thanks to Ardi my epic guide and his mates on trail for all the fun, also to my driver Putu for organising transport around to suit my needs. legends! The trail is steep and reasonably technical even for experience hikers however the reward is 100% worth it, book it in! Suksema!”
Pick a coast, a temple or a crater.
