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The 15 Best Treks in Indonesia, from Bali to Sumatra

123 treks  ·  from $13 a head

Batur and Agung on Bali, Rinjani on Lombok, Ijen’s blue fire on Java and the orangutan forest of Sumatra. These 15 are priced per person, with the hour the pickup comes.

Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast - What the pre-dawn start really involves
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Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast

1.Bali: Mount Batur Sunrise Trek With Guide and Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,461 reviews · 5 - 8 hours · from $27Our pick

Start before dawn with an English-speaking guide such as Roman, Sar, or Ayu, hiking Mount Batur under the stars. At the summit, enjoy a light breakfast and hot drink while looking across Lake Batur and Mount Agung. After descending, use the Mt. Batur Lounge, with toilets, limited showers, and a place to rest.

“Early morning with a challenging hike but so worth it. Had great guides, ended up running down the mountain and racing one of the tour guides- so much fun. Would recommend to everyone!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive - The climb begins under moonlight
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

2.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private All Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 906 reviews · from $21Top rated

Start before dawn from Ubud or Kuta, climb Mount Batur with a Balinese guide, and reach the summit for sunrise, breakfast, and views of Lake Batur. The small group is capped at five people. Guides such as Wali, Made, Madi, Sari, and Jerry are praised for steady support and memorable photos. A coffee plantation visit follows.

“Had such a wonderful experience! Everything went smooth. Gede was an excellent driver and got us to our destinations smoothly and on time - he went above and beyond for us! The hike was a once in a life time experience, Made was an excellent guide up Mt. Batur! This experience is a must in Bali!!!!”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer - Starting the walk around 3:30 am
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer

3.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Private Tour with Breakfast and Hotel Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 885 reviews · from $49

Leave your Bali hotel around 1:30 to 3:00 am, ride in a private air-conditioned car, and climb Mount Batur with your own guide. Tana, Jata, Oman, Donn, and Komang Ras are among the guides praised for patience and care. At the summit, enjoy sunrise, hot drinks, eggs, fruit, sandwiches, and cakes before descending.

“Fantastic trip! We enjoyed it once we were at the top of the mountain. Our guide Oman was very knowledgeable and helpful especially after I twisted my ankle he couldn’t do more to make the experience amazing as well a great breakfast and hot drinks to keep us warm.”

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Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour - What the Mount Batur trail demands
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Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

4.Private Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 634 reviews · from $39

Start before dawn, ride from your Bali hotel to Mount Batur, and climb with a local guide to watch sunrise above Lake Batur and the caldera. Expect a moderate hike, bottled water, a flashlight, and breakfast cooked over volcanic steam. Guides such as Gunawan, Adi, Ricky, and Dyangu are praised for pacing, photos, and good humor.

“Great tour! We were collected from our hotel by our driver. At base camp we were given water and flashlights. We had a private tour guide for myself and partner, Dyangu was so lovely (even though we booked a group tour). At the top he maRead more”

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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant) - The private guide makes a hard climb more manageable
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Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant)

5.Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking (Private Tour and Breakfast at Restaurant)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 598 reviews · from $39

Start before dawn at Mount Batur with a private English-speaking guide, then watch sunrise over Bali’s volcanic caldera. Your package includes a flashlight, poncho, hot tea or coffee, eggs steamed at the summit, and breakfast overlooking Lake Batur. Guides such as Ketut, Jero, Made, and Gede are available according to assignment.

“Absolutely worth the early wake up! The hike itself was a good challenge but definitely some level of fitness is required. Would recommend bringing a backpack, jumper and even wear leggings as it was freezing up the top! We were lucky our guide (Wankie) had brought us a blanket otherwise they do sell them for $5NZD at the top of the volcano.”

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Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour - Walking through Munduk’s rainforest
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Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

6.Bali: Munduk Waterfalls Trek, Twin Lakes and Temple Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 545 reviews · 5 - 9 hours · from $41

Spend 5 to 9 hours exploring North Bali with a guide such as Tia, Luhde, Kadek, or Putu. Walk through Munduk’s rainforest, cross Tamblingan Lake in a wooden canoe, visit Ulun Danu Tamblingan Temple, swim at Banyumala Twin Waterfall, and eat a traditional lunch at a family-run restaurant. Optional hotel transfers are available.

“We had a fantastic morning on this trip! Our driver, Edy, was right on time and incredibly patient while we finished our packed breakfast. He even suggested adding a visit to a nearby coffee plantation after the waterfall stop - and we’re so glad he did! We were able to sample a wide variety of locally made teas and coffees, which was an unexpected and delightful experience. Our guide for the tour was equally amazing. She spoke English confidently and had a deep knowledge of the area. She answered all our (many!) questions with enthusiasm and clarity, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. She was a pleasure to talk…”

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Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring - Reaching the trail around 3:30 am
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Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring

7.Private Tour Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking and Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 431 reviews · from $63

Start with a private pickup in south Bali, climb Mount Batur with a guide, and watch the sunrise from the 1,717-meter summit or crater rim. You get trekking poles, a headlamp, water, breakfast, and time at Batur Natural Hot Spring. Guide Oman has earned praise for his patient, caring approach.

“Such a beautiful experience!!! It was a private tour so you didn't feel like you needed to rush on the hike. Our guide and driver were amazing. The sunset was the most beautiful sunset I've ever seen in my life. I would recommend bringing a warm sweater as it gets cold up there. After the hike, you get to relax at the natural springs!”

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Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide - Reaching the crater rim before sunrise
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Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide

8.Private Tour : Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking With Private Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 422 reviews · from $42

Start around 2am for a guided climb of Mount Batur, reaching the crater rim near sunrise. Expect a steep, loose-rock trail, a banana-and-egg sandwich breakfast, wide views toward Bali and Lombok, and a coffee plantation visit afterward. Private groups can set their own pace, with guides such as Tri, Muli, Johnny, and Kadek.

“Amazing trip! Highly recommend! Our guide was Tri, she was so nice and was happy to go at our pace. She was very helpful, especially when I fell over on the way down! She also took a lot of pictures for us. Well worth the early start, and it really wasn’t too difficult a walk. It was quite cloudy on our morning, but still such a beautiful view.”

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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra - Why the small group of eight helps
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3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

9.3-Day Ethical Orangutan Jungle Trek | Bukit Lawang, Sumatra

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 401 reviews · from $205

Set out from Bukit Lawang at 9 a.m. for three days in Gunung Leuser National Park. Your certified English-speaking guide, such as Kiran, leads a small group through the jungle, with two basic camps, included meals, orangutan spotting, and a tubing ride back. You need strong fitness and must arrange your own transport and hotel.

“Our small group had a wonderful experience in the jungle. Kiran our guide was great in spotting the Oran Utans and other Monkeys even when day were hiding due to the rain.”

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Mount Batur Sunset Trekking - The afternoon pickup from Ubud and beyond
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Mount Batur Sunset Trekking

10.Mount Batur Sunset Trekking

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 353 reviews · from $45

Trade the 2 a.m. alarm for an afternoon climb of Mount Batur. Your private English-speaking guide leads the steep 1.5 to 2-hour ascent, cooks a simple meal in volcanic steam, and helps you descend by headlamp. Guides such as Yus, Sari, Nick, and Jerome are praised for patient support and memorable photos.

“We had a great experience with Sari and Manda. We had an unobstructed view of the sunset and had practically the entire mountain to ourselves which was very peaceful. We cooked our dinner in the steam of the volcano which was very cool and did not have to wake up at 2am. Would definitely recommend this sunset tour (more secluded, great views, not waking up so early) and I would definitely recommend our guides. Sari and Manda were very friendly, and they gave us a lot of insight into what Bali life is truly like. Sari also was very helpful to my wife who was having some difficulty on the…”

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Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic - The afternoon drive from South Bali
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Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic

11.Bali: Mount Batur Sunset Trek with Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 345 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $28

Hike Mount Batur in the cool afternoon with an English-speaking guide, trekking pole, water, and a small picnic at the summit. Guides such as Agus, Sar, Nik, and Mosel are praised for patient pacing, safety, photos, and volcano-cooked eggs and bananas. Finish with a shower and hot drink at the lounge.

“It was a great trip. Our driver Mr. Arjana picked us up on time and very smoothly. He was a nice guy and gave us some insights along the way. Our guide Ketut Pan Tina was also great. He welcomed us in the lodge, gave us some drinks and made everything ready for our hike. He is a very easygoing person and chatting with him while hiking up Mount Batur was very nice. He always asked whether we needed a break and looked out for our safety. Up on Mount Batur he took great pictures of us and prepared a small picnic. Back down, Mr. Arjana was already waiting for…”

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Sidemen Trekking: A Walk from a Different Perspective - Starting at Pasar Sidemen and Upa Boga
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Sidemen Trekking: A Walk from a Different Perspective

12.Sidemen Trekking: A Walk from a Different Perspective

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 324 reviews · 2 hours · from $13Best value

This two-hour, one-way walk leads from Sidemen Market through villages, rice paddies, plantations, a temple, and the Yellow Bridge to Warung Ume Anyar. English-speaking local guides such as Adi, Daria, Adidas, and Wayan explain farming, culture, plants, and daily life. Expect narrow paths, some slippery footing, and beautiful views toward Mount Agung.

“Very friendly and informative guide. Takes its time to stop at beautiful places to take photos, assists with taking couple photos and shares plenty of information regarding the rice fields and farms. The included bottle of water was a nice addition and we had an overall great experience. would definitely recommend!”

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Bali: Mount Batur Guided Sunrise Trek with Breakfast - A 1 AM pickup and a 2:45 AM start
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Bali: Mount Batur Guided Sunrise Trek with Breakfast

13.Bali: Mount Batur Guided Sunrise Trek with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 321 reviews · 10 hours · from $50

Leave your Bali hotel around 1 AM and reach Mount Batur’s base camp for a 2:45 AM briefing. A small English-speaking group climbs with a guide such as Ketut, Agus, or Senegal, reaching the summit for sunrise, simple breakfast, and crater views. Expect a demanding trail, cold summit air, monkeys, and about four hours of walking.

“We had a great time! Very good guide and excelent driver Pendi, they told us a lot about balinese culture. Really recomended!”

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Mt Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour - Breakfast cooked with volcanic steam
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Mt Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

14.Mt Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 305 reviews · from $49

Start with early hotel pickup in Bali, then climb Mt Batur with a private English-speaking guide at your own pace. Expect torches, walking sticks, bottled water, and breakfast with hot drinks near the summit. Guides such as Ayu, Siska, Wayan, Made, and Bagia have been praised for photos, patience, and friendly help.

“Awesome! Mawe was our driver, he was so wonderfully kind and friendly. He even helped out with an unscheduled stop to help us find something we needed, HIGHLY RECOMMEND working with Mawe. Siska was our guide, she is incredible aRead more”

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Monkey Business 3 days - 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting) - Day two: jungle sounds, wildlife, and a longer outing
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Monkey Business 3 days – 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting)

15.Monkey Business 3 days – 2 nights Jungle trekking (including rafting)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 294 reviews · from $205

You’ll trek privately through Gunung Leuser National Park for three days and two nights, sleeping at a basic jungle camp, eating freshly cooked meals, and looking for orangutans, monkeys, and birds. Guides such as Nang Nang, Kian, Dedi, and Bimbo are known for keeping the trip lively and informative. Rafting, river swimming, jungle shoes, mosquito repellent, water, park entry, and pickup options are included.

“They are really nice. Thanks for caring a lot. I enjoyed it. I recommend to go there with your friends who like hiking or tracking. Actually I was really tired of walking so you need to prepare for your energy and items.”

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