Kintamani

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Kintamani

Kintamani is Bali's dramatic volcanic heartland, dominated by the towering Mount Batur (1,717m) and its stunning caldera lake. This highland region offers a completely different side of Bali -- cool mountain air replaces tropical humidity, black lava fields stretch across the caldera floor, and the vast Lake Batur shimmers below ancient crater walls. The area has been sacred to the Balinese for centuries, with Pura Ulun Danu Batur -- one of the island's most important temples -- watching over the volcanic landscape. The famous sunrise trek to Mount Batur's summit is one of Bali's most iconic experiences, rewarding hikers with panoramic views stretching from Lombok to Java.

Kintamani delivers Bali's most dramatic natural scenery. The Mount Batur sunrise trek is a bucket-list experience, and the caldera views are breathtaking at any time of day. The region also offers hot springs, coffee plantations, and some of Bali's most scenic driving routes.