If you're after the full-on, summit-to-sea experience, the Mount Agung sunrise hike via the Besakih Temple route is the ultimate challenge. As the longest and most demanding trail to the summit (3,031 metres), this route takes you all the way to the very top of Bali’s highest and most sacred mountain. It’s tough, intense, and an epic adventure – but totally worth it if you’re fit, prepared, and up for testing your limits.
This isn’t a casual trek – it starts before midnight and can take 6–7 hours to reach the summit, with steep, rocky terrain and lots of scrambling along the way. But the reward? An unbeatable sunrise above the clouds, with sweeping views across Bali and even to Lombok on clear days. Plus, starting from the sacred Besakih Temple adds a special spiritual vibe to your journey – locals consider it a pilgrimage. If you're looking for solitude, deep cultural meaning, and serious hiking cred, this is the route for you.
What to Expect
- Hike to the true summit of Mount Agung (3,031m) – Bali’s highest point
- Start from Besakih Temple, Bali’s largest and holiest temple complex
- 6–7 hour night hike through jungle, volcanic rock, and steep open trail
- Incredible sunrise with views of Mount Batur, Mount Rinjani (Lombok), and Bali’s coastline
- Far fewer hikers – more peaceful and personal than the popular Batur trek
- Guided by experienced locals who know the mountain and its spiritual significance inside out
