Mount Agung Trekking - Bali Adventure Impressible Experience

For nature lover visitors, trekking attraction in Bali would be a desire. One of the best trekking attraction which interests both domestic and foreign tourist would be the Mount Agung climbing. Agung mountain is an active volcano, the last eruption was in 1963. This mountain is known as the most sacred mountain in Bali, it is believed that Hindu Gods reside in this mountain. On big religious ceremonies for Hindus, Balinese locals would do a spiritual climbing to reach the highest peak to give offerings and hope for welfare and prosperity.

Climbing Mount Agung, the highest mountain in Bali would give a great and unforgettable experience for all climbers. There are two peaks where climbers may choose which peak to climb. The first peak is located 3.031 meters above sea level and the second peak is located 2.000 meters above sea level. Climbers must have good stamina and be in a fit condition to climb the mountain.

Both the first and second peak offers great view and has the same start point, in Pasar Agung temple. Climbing up to the second peak (2.000 meters above sea level) is more popular for climbers, the trekking starts from the southern track. Climbers must start the trekking at 01:45am to be able to see the beautiful and spectacular sunrise moment at 6:00am. It takes about 4 hours trekking to reach the second peak. Climbing the first peak (3.031 meters above sea level) would need extra stamina, the start point for this peak starts from the western track. It needs about 5-6 hours of trekking to reach the peak, therefore, climbers must start their trekking at 12:00am.The price is about Rp 650.000 to climb the second peak and about Rp. 1.000.000 to climb the first peak. The fee include english speaking guide, a shuttle to Mount Agung and breakfast.

There are some attentions for visitors who would like to climb Mount Agung. As a sacred mountain, climbers are not permitted to bring foods with beef substance because cows are one of the most sacred animal in Bali. Visitors are not allowed to climb the mountain when there is a religious ceremony held in Besakih Temple and Pasar Agung Temple. Climbers should wear warm clothes as the temperature may reach up to 10 degree Celsius. It is suggested to bring at least 1.5 liters of drinking water per person because the source of water in the mountain is minim. The best time to climb mount Agung is in the dry season during April to October. Climbing on January and February should be avoided due to the possibility of heavy rain and even landslides.

 

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