Bali, Indonesia
Mount Agung is an active volcano and Bali's highest peak, known for challenging midnight treks and spectacular sunrise views over the island.
5.0 from 2 traveller reviews on Viator
Tickets & tours
Foreign tourists must hire a licensed local guide to hike the volcano.
Top ratedWe will pick you up at your hotel between midnight and 1:00 a.m. (depending on your location) and will provide you with all the necessary equipment to complete the...
Most bookedExperience Bali’s most challenging and rewarding adventure with a private Mount Agung Sunrise Summit Trek. This tour takes you to the highest point in Bali, guided...
Best of East Bali private guided tour will take you to the breathtaking view of Tukad Cepung Waterfall, also visit the mother Temple of Besakih as the oldest Temple and...
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Discover the two main trails to the top of Mount Agung.
4 spotsBesakih Summit RouteThe longest and most demanding route to Mount Agung's 3,031m peak.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
3 spotsPasar Agung RouteA steep, shorter trail to the 3,000m southern crater rim.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
2 spotsTemples and ValleysExplore the sacred temples and valleys surrounding Mount Agung.Explore Photo: tour listing on Viator
Recent regulations require all foreign tourists to climb with a licensed local guide.
Violators face deportation.
Plan your visit
The longest route takes 11 to 13 hours round-trip. Shorter routes take 7 to 10 hours.
Hike during the dry season from April to October. The mountain closes during religious ceremonies.
Most hikers book a tour with midnight hotel pick-up from Ubud or southern Bali.
Full sunrise trekking packages typically cost between 800,000 and 1,500,000 IDR per person.
Mount Agung is an active stratovolcano that dominates the landscape of eastern Bali. At 3,031 meters, it is the highest point on the island. The Balinese consider it the spiritual center of the universe, and its slopes house Pura Besakih, the island's holiest temple complex.
Hiking Mount Agung is a serious physical challenge. Trekkers navigate steep scree slopes and sharp volcanic rocks in the dark to reach the summit by sunrise. Difficulty & Fitness
Due to recent local regulations and the mountain's sacred status, all foreign visitors must hire an official guide. Read more about Tour Prices to prepare for your climb.
We only feature tours led by certified local experts.
Options that include midnight pick-up from major tourist hubs.
Tours with proven track records for safety and reliable service.
From Viator
2 reviews of the premium sunrise trek on Viator
Very challenging climbing by night but reaching the top for sunrise is much worth it ! Amazing view on all Balinese volcanoes as well as Rinjani from Lombok! Technical path but very skilled local guide that will always keep the good words to achieve it. Great experience for all trekkers in Bali :)
Juna the guide was really good, he had well spoken English and funny. We hit the track fast and had time up our sleeve so he got us in a hidden spot out of the wind with a fire to keep warm for some time made us a coffee Legend
Me and my mate did the Mount Agung sunrise trek from Besakih and Gede was our guide. He was friendly and knew the route well. The views at the top were incredible, and watching the sunrise made the early start totally worth it. Would recommend.
Agus was super friendly, arrive with plenty time to our Villa in Ubud, excellente driver, we felt safe all time.
This climb is elite and will be fine if your fitter (mentally & physically) than the norm. Communication, pickup, was great but our awesome guide Ketut, made the trip what it was and will go as fast or slow as you need. We started at 11pm and was back at the car park but 9:45am with plenty of time at the top to enjoy everything.
Fun filled day. LOTS OF HIKING && WALKING. The views are breathtaking!! It is the most incredible beautiful day you will have filled with so much rich history and culture.
Kadek was not only a great driver, but also a great guide. We had a short holiday and wanted to spend a day sight seeing and this tour didn't disappoint. Even though we saw and experienced a lot, Kadek never made us feel rushed and encouraged us to ask questions. Highly recommended!
Putu was amazing! He showed us everything we had planned within the given time, and the communication was perfect throughout. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and very helpful. Took great photos of us. We had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend him!
I had one of my favorite tours of the trip! My guide Agus was incredibly kind and knowledgeable on the places we went. I would recommend this tour to anyone especially people interested in the history and culture of Bali
Travel tips
Tour PricesFind out what a Mount Agung trekking package costs and includes.Read 
Getting to BasecampLearn how to reach the Mount Agung trailheads for a midnight hike.Read 
Best TimeFind the ideal months and start times for climbing Mount Agung.Read Agung vs BaturCompare the difficulty and duration to choose the right hike.Read 
Gear & ClothingPack right for freezing summits, sharp rocks, and long night hikes.Read 
Difficulty & FitnessFind out how hard the Mount Agung hike is and if you are fit enough.Read No. Under recent local and provincial regulations, all foreign tourists are required to hire a licensed local guide. Attempting the hike without one can result in deportation.
It is very demanding. The hike involves a massive elevation gain (up to 1,900 meters) and navigating steep, 45-degree slopes of loose volcanic rock. See Difficulty & Fitness for more details.
The longer Besakih route requires 6 to 7 hours to ascend and 5 to 6 hours to descend (11-13 hours total). The shorter Pasar Agung route takes 3.5 to 5 hours up and similar time down.
The Besakih route reaches the true summit (3,031m) but is longer and harder. The Pasar Agung route is shorter, ends at the crater rim (2,900m), but involves intense rock scrambling.
You should always check MAGMA Indonesia or PVMBG updates before booking to ensure the volcano alert level permits safe climbing. Do not hike in heavy rain.
Mount Agung is a gruelling 8-12 hour hike for experienced trekkers, reaching over 3,000m. Mount Batur is a moderate 4-hour hike suitable for beginners. Read Agung vs Batur to compare.
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