Kintamani and Mount Batur Information

Kintamani is one of famous tourist object in Bali, perched in center part of paradise island on Bangli Regency. Bangli regency itself is one of eight regencies in Bali, which has not seashore; it laid away many historical stories. Looked from the geographical side, this regency itself nestles in elevated place, contiguous with Buleleng Regency in northern part, Klungkung and Karangasem Regency in eastern part, Gianyar and Klungkung in southern part while Badung and Klungkung Regency in western part so it is not astonishing if this regency has quiet cool weathered, sophisticated situation and a fresh fruit and vegetables and also friendly people.

In the northern part of this regency lies two tourist objects Mount and Lake Batur offering panoramic views. Mount Batur was erupted in 1917 and again in 1926, gives a natural sense and it size 1,717 meters (5,633 feet). Everyone who has visited this place they surely feel astonishment. To reach the top of Mount Batur, you need to follow the main road from Penelokan Kintamani down the food of the mountain then climbing up through a small path. It takes up to 3 hours to arrive at the top.

The fantastic view of Mount and Lake Batur can be seen from Kintamani while having lunch at the local restaurant. Please be assure to arriving in Kintamani by lunch time as it is sometimes cloudy during the day.

How to get there
Kintamani is around 2 hours drive from the southern part of Bali and is within 1 hour from Ubud. Travelers may hire a taxi to visit this place or it is recommended to taking part in the local sightseeing tour arranged by the travel agent. The tour to Kintamani will also include Elephant Cave, Holy Spring Water Temple in Tampak Siring and Tegalalang Rice Terraces.

Accommodation nearby
There are few small accommodations in Penelokan Kintamani and at the bank of Lake Batur. Recommended hotel are Puri Bening Hayoto, Surya Hotel and Lakeside Cottages.