Mount Batur and Mount Agung are Bali’s two most famous mountains because they’re both regularly active volcanoes.
However, the third tallest peak, Mount Abang is an excellent trekking, climbing and hiking destination and it’s much easier to get to the highest point on this mountain than it is at the two volcanoes.
If you want a sunrise trek without the crowds then Mount Abang might be the best destination in Bali for you, here’s everything you need to know before tackling this peak.
Where Is Mount Abang?
Mount Abang is in Bangli Regency. It’s about a 60-kilometer drive from the capital city Denpasar of Bali and it’s in the centre of the island. It’s in the Kintamani Area and is very close to several other peaks.
If you were to stay in the Kintamani Area you could easily hike Mt Batur on another day and visit Batur Lake.
How To Get To Mount Abang?
When Is The Best Time To Go To Abang Mountain?
While there is no bad time to come to Bali, we think that climbing and trekking on mountains are best done in the dry season. That’s because most people do an early morning hike with the intent of seeing sunrise from the peak and there’s more chance of good visibility if it’s not raining. Of course, the advantage of coming in the rainy season is that there are far fewer people in Bali trying to climb mountains but as Mount Abang rarely gets busy, there’s no need to try and avoid crowds at this destination. You will want to start your climb by 3 a.m. if you want to see sunrise at the top. Given this, many people opt to stay in Kintamani or in nearby Ubud the night before the trek.Is There An Entrance Fee?
Yes, the entrance fee for Mount Abang trekking is 500,000 IDR (that’s about $35 USD or $50 AUD) and that doesn’t include the services of a guide. This is one of the reasons why most people book a sunrise trek with a guide as it’s much better value than the Mount Abang trekking fee.About Mount Abang
Mount Abang is the third tallest peak in Bali. Its summit is at 2,152 meters above sea level and it’s part of the Batur Caldera region (which was once nominated for UNESCO status). The Batur Caldera is the remains of a once, much larger, Mount Batur which erupted so severely that it pretty much split in two to form Mt Batur and Mt Abang.
About Mount Abang Trekking
The trek begins at Suter Village and there is a relatively decent hiking trail for the route. We’d recommend engaging a guide either before you arrive or at the mountain as you don’t want to get lost and miss the sunset. Be warned that while it’s a pretty easy climb, the path can get very slippery in the rain and there are leeches in the water. Sometimes trees fall across the path in storms, the right way to deal with these is to climb over them. There are several temples on the way and they’re a nice place to stop, grab some photos and enjoy a little rest. When you arrive at the peak between 4 and 5, there will be a light mist draped over the landscape wich begins to disappear at sunrise. You will get an amazing view of Mt. Batur and the Batur Caldera when the light breaks over the horizon.What To Do Before Climbing or Hiking Mount Abang
This is a relatively easy hike but you should prepare a little including:- Read up on the route and make sure you know roughly where you are heading if you’re tackling it without a guide
- Have a backpack and carry a jacket or some warm clothing (it gets much cooler before dawn in the mountains than in the beach towns) and a headlamp, food, coffee or tea in a thermos, tissues, and an a basic first aid kit.
- Take a change of clothes in case it rains.
- Don’t forget your camera and tripod if you want the best pictures when you reach the summit.