Mount Batur is a Caldera volcano, which means its eruptions have caused the peak to fall in on itself, creating a huge crater. In the case of Mount Batur, a lake has formed in the middle, allowing beautiful scenery and views throughout the area.
There are many view points along the rim of the caldera, some are spectacular vantage points for sunrises and sunsets. Within the crater, close by the lake is our camping area.
Your trip will be begin with a mid-afternoon pick up from our friendly English-speaking driver in our air conditioned van. You’ll be transported to Songan village where you’ll meet your English-speaking guide. Everyone will gather for a briefing as your guide answers questions about the trek.
When ready, you’ll board the traditional boat and canoe across the river about 25 minutes to your camp site. Here you’ll be able to fish and swim in the lake or just sit and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea as your guides set your campfire and prepare dinner. The guides will also set up and break down all tents and camping equipment. Your job is to simply relax and enjoy.
That evening, you’ll enjoy a traditional Balinese dance from one of the local villages beneath a blanket of a million stars. The rest of the night is for you to soak in the night sky.
We’ll all get up bright and early the next morning to climb the Caldera and watch the sunrise over the horizon with a hot cup of Balinese coffee or tea. We’ll continue the hike along the trails of the crater rim and through the woods until we come back to the boat and across the river.
Next, we’ll enjoy some time in the local hot springs before we hop back on the van and head to the coffee plantation. Here, you can taste Balinese coffee and the famous Kopi Luwak, the rarest and most expensive coffee in the world.
