Kintamani Village

Perched 1500 meters high, Kintamani Village in Bali offers a refreshing, cool, and often damp climate, ideal for cultivating oranges and passion fruit. Every third day, its main street transforms into a vibrant market, bustling with vendors, some traveling from afar to sell their wares. This unique mountain tourism destination boasts stunning natural beauty, characterized by cool daytime temperatures and cold nights. Strategically located in the Batur area of Bangli District, Kintamani serves as a pivotal link between the Batur and Besakih Temple tourism regions. Reaching Penelokan, Kintamani's most scenic viewpoint, typically takes about 2 hours overland from Denpasar. Penelokan, meaning 'the most strategic place to see nature's sights' in Balinese, offers breathtaking vistas of Mount Batur volcano, its vast expanse of black rock, and the serene Lake Batur nestled within a blue caldera—often hailed by tourists as the world's most beautiful caldera. The area's growing popularity has led to the development of robust infrastructure, including lodging and diverse restaurants, all designed to enhance the visitor experience. Kintamani's dramatic landscape, centered around the ancient Mount Batur caldera with its deep crater lake (Bali's largest) and bubbling hot springs, is best explored by cycling or trekking. The village is also home to several revered temples, notably Pura Batur Kintamani, situated at the crater's rim, which further enriches the already spectacular natural setting. Historically significant, Kintamani was central to one of Bali's earliest and most popular tour packages, 'Barong dance and Kintamani tour,' a testament to its enduring allure. This region continues to inspire with its unique blend of Balinese nature and culture, drawing visitors repeatedly and fostering the development of tourism facilities throughout the island. Beyond its scenic beauty, Kintamani holds deep historical roots, evidenced by inscriptions dating back to 911 AD, highlighting its significance as a sacred area. The Batur Temple, once located at the base of Mount Batur, was relocated to its current stunning viewpoint after an eruption, further intertwining the village's history with the powerful volcano.

Price List

• Ubud and Kintamani Tour: Affordable
• Kintamani Tour: Affordable
• Transportation Rental (Private Car with Experienced Driver): Very Cheap Prices

What's Included

• Experienced driver (for transportation rental)
• Private car (for transportation rental)
• Satisfying service

Itinerary

• Flexible: Visit Batur Temple, a revered Hindu cult place dedicated to the goddess Danu, essential for the safety of rice fields across Central, North, and East Bali.
• Morning (04:00 AM start): Embark on the Mount Batur Sunrise Trekking Tour, a 2-hour ascent to witness a spectacular sunrise over the volcano and caldera.
• Flexible: Explore the Geopark Museum, featuring information on national and global geoparks, geological diversity, and the fascinating history of Mount Batur's eruptions.

Notes

• Kintamani Village features a cool, damp climate suitable for growing oranges and passion fruit.
• Market day occurs every third day, transforming the main street into a bustling hub.
• Penelokan offers the most strategic viewpoint for Mount Batur and Lake Batur.
• The journey from Denpasar to Kintamani takes approximately 2 hours; from Ubud, it is about 1 hour.
• Access routes include via Ubud (Tegalalang Rice Terrace), Payangan (Ayung Rafting area), or Gianyar (Tirta Empul).
• Mount Batur is historically considered a sacred site with ancient inscriptions.
• Terunyan village, accessible by crossing the lake from Kedisan, preserves ancient Balinese civilizations where the deceased are placed under a tree without traditional burial.
• Numerous restaurants offer lunch with panoramic views of Mount Batur and Lake Batur.
• Bali Traventure provides both tour packages and private transportation rental services for convenience.