Chosen:Climbing to Agung (private tour) - medium route
What To Expect
Transfer to the Volcano
Transfer, provided by Bali Happy transport company, arrives at a scheduled time. You should wait for the car at the reception of the hotel or in front of the villa. When everyone gathers, the trip to the bottom of Mount Agung starts. The guide will meet you at the parking lot. He provides you with flashlights for the hike.
Climbing Mount Agung
Climbing Mount Agung starts at midnight from Pura Pasar Agung. The path will bring you up to 3142 meters above sea level. It takes around 4.5 to 5.5 hours to get to the summit. You will make a first break after 45 minutes of trekking. The subsequent number of stops during the trek depends on the physical stamina of the participants. In the first two hours you will complete two-thirds of the way. The rest is the most difficult part of the trek - a steep rocky slope with a 48 degree angle and the elevation gain of 1500 meters.
At dawn you will reach the top of the volcano. Light sweet snacks will be served for you here - chocolate snacks, fried bananas and hot coffee or tea. You will have an hour to enjoy the breathtaking view and take photos. Then you will start your way back to the bottom, which also takes around 4.5 to 5.5 hours. The driver will meet you at the parking area.
Important note:
- According to clause 7.3.3 of the User Agreement, MyBaliTrips.com is not responsible for the weather conditions on the dates of your ascent. The weather at Agunga Volcano Caldera is unpredictable and fog, rain and low visibility can take place while trekking, especially during the rainy season;
- you are required to take proper clothes and shoes with you. The route to the summit of Agung passes through several areas: from the dense jungle at the foot to the slippery rocks at the top;
- there is a small local store at the trek starting point, where you can buy mineral water and snacks before the ascent. Payment can be made in cash only;
- people with joint and heart diseases are not recommended to climb the volcano.
About payment:
- booking by prepayment: 1 125 000 idr/pax
- you can pay online with VISA, MasterCard, PayPal
- you can pay by cash in shops Alfamart
The tour includes:
- transfer service (from Nusa Dua, Jimbaran, Uluwatu, Tanah Lot, Amed, Tulamben, Kuta, Legian, Seminyak, Canggu, Sanur, Ubud, Sidemen)
- English speaking driver
- tour guide
- flashlight
- breakfast
- entrance ticket
- trekking poles
You bring
- comfortable shoes (sneakers / trekking boots)
- warm clothes ( a jacket / a hoodie/ pants)
- change t-shirt
- hat/hood
- blanket (optional)
- high-carb snack during the climb
- drinking water
- raincoat ( in the rainy season)
Please note:
- trekking is accompanied by one guide for two people
- the volcano height is 3 142 meters
- average climb and descent time is 9 - 11 hours
- a slope with an angle of inclination of 48 degrees and a height gain of 1500 meters
- for people with good physical stamina
- there are no places to buy mineral water and snacks during the ascent, and it should be prepared in advance
- It is recommended to have personal travel insurance