Mount Agung (Gunung Agung) is Bali’s highest and most sacred volcano, rising 3,031 meters above sea level. It is an active stratovolcano with a dramatic history of eruptions, most notably in 1963, which devastated villages and killed over 1,500 people. Today, it remains closely monitored, with exclusion zones enforced during unrest.
Mount Batukaru, also known as Gunung Batukaru, is the second-highest mountain in Bali, standing at 2,276 meters (7,467 feet) above sea level. It’s located in the Tabanan Regency and is part of the Bedugul Volcanic Area. The mountain is considered sacred and is home to several temples along the hiking route. Hiking Mount Batukaru is a challenging but rewarding experience. The trail starts near the Pura Siva Temple and takes about 5-7 hours to complete. The hike is best done during the dry season (April to October) to avoid slippery conditions. The summit offers stunning views of the surrounding rainforest, northern Bali, and even the neighboring islands of Java and Lombok on clear days.
