Recommended Things to Do in Kintamani

Traveling in Kintamani at this time is very exciting because the present look of Kintamani has dramatically improved in conditions of tourism management, which has been greatly improved in terms of public facilities and other supporting tourist facilities to provide more comfort for domestic or foreign tourists. The beautiful scenery of Mount Batur, surrounded by the beautiful Lake Batur, is a pleasant place to visit.

From Denpasar direction, you will travel a distance of -+61km from the tourism center of Kuta, Bali. You can rent transportation, including a professional driver to go to Kintamani. The price of a vehicle varies from Rp. 550,000 – Rp. 1,200,000, depending on the number of participants.

It is highly recommended for tourists to spend a vacation in Kintamani for at least two days. Around Lake Batur, many lodging facilities carry the theme of ground camping. The relatively low price of lodging with a view of Lake Batur will give an unforgettable impression. In the morning, you can enjoy the sun rising from behind the mountain, and the bias of sunlight on the lake’s surface is one of the spots to take pictures with your partner or friends.

The following exciting things to do in Kintamani and tourist attractions can be visited during an overnight stay in Kintamani, i.e.:

1. Mount Batur

Mount Batur is one of the volcanoes sanctified by Hindus in Bali, and the status of this mountain is still active which is one of the main attractions in Kintamani. Book a Mount Batur trekking tour if you are interested in natural adventure. You can climb to its peak to enjoy the view of the sunrise and the towering mountains around Mount Batur.

2. Lake Batur

One of the natural dams that is the center of water in Bali, Lake Batur, is at the foot of Mount Batur. This beautiful volcanic caldera lake is one of the freshwater habitats cultivated by local fishermen. Around the lake, you can find various activities, such as fishing or just sitting on the edge of the rocks to enjoy the calm water view.

3. Sunrise Jeep Tour

For those who don’t want to climb, the Mount Batur jeep tour can be an option so you can still enjoy the sunrise view from a height and a beautiful row of mountains. From this spot, you can also see Mount Abang and Mount Rinjani on the island of Lombok. It is gorgeous, which makes the vacation more memorable.

3. Penelokan

Penelokan is one of the best places to enjoy the view of Mount Batur and Lake Batur. Its location on the hills is perfect if you want to enjoy a variety of food dishes with beautiful natural panoramas and soothing air.

4. Toya Devasya & Batur Natural Hot Spring

If you visit Kintamani, remember to stop by the hot spring area on the side of Lake Batur. It is the perfect place to relax and soak your body after hiking or sightseeing in Kintamani by paying an entrance fee ranging from Rp. 35,000 – Rp. 90,000 per person.

5. Traditional Village Trunyan

Trunyan Village is a traditional Balinese village located on the eastern shore of Lake Batur.
One of the characteristics of Trunyan Village is the unique cemetery called “Trunyan Cemetery” or “Cemetery of the Mentally Ill.” The funeral process is not carried out as in general buried. However, specifically in this village, the bodies of the dead are not buried or cremated but left on the open ground, only fenced with bamboo. Although the corpses are not buried, they do not emit a foul odor; locals believe they are protected by the Taru many trees that grow around the graves and eliminate the foul smell.

6. Kintamani Dirt Bike

For dirt bike lovers, you can try riding a dirt bike at the foot of Mount Batur with a sandy arena perfect for challenging obstacles during cycling. There are several trails on offer, such as Black Lava Track, Rain Forest Track, and Kintamani Stone & Water Track. It will provide a fantastic experience that is not available anywhere else but in Kintamani.

7. Ulun Danu Batur Temple

This temple is a sacred shrine for Balinese Hindus dedicated to the goddess of water, Dewi Danu. Located on the shores of Lake Batur, the temple has beautiful traditional Balinese architecture.

Those are some things to do in Kintamani during your vacation in Bali. Hopefully, this information helps you in designing vacation activities. If you need tour and car rental information or want to book activities online, you can contact us anytime. We will be happy to serve you during your vacation on the Island of the Gods, Bali.