Quick FactsOverview
About Batur Natural Hot Spring
Batur Natural Hot Spring, Bali, Indonesia, also known as Toya Bungkah Hot Springs, is a commercial geothermal pool complex on the western shore of Lake Batur at the foot of Mount Batur in Kintamani, Bangli Regency. The site has ten pools at varying temperatures fed by geothermal water rising from approximately 635 metres underground, where the source temperature reaches around 50 degrees Celsius. By the time the water reaches the pools it moderates to 37 to 40 degrees Celsius. The pools are set into the hillside above the lake with direct views across the water toward Mount Batur and Mount Abang, making the setting one of the most visually distinctive of any hot spring in Bali. Pool walls are constructed from volcanic rock, and water features and fountains run throughout the complex.
The entry ticket includes a welcome drink, towel, locker, soap, and shampoo. A restaurant serves Indonesian and international food with lake views, massage services are available on site, and gazebos allow rest between soaks. The spring water is clear and has no sulphuric odour. The site is the most popular hot spring stop on the Mount Batur sunrise trek itinerary and sees high visitor numbers in the early morning when trek groups arrive, thinning out considerably by mid-morning.
Location & Access
Getting to Batur Natural Hot Spring
Batur Natural Hot Spring is at Toya Bungkah, Desa Pekraman Batur, Songan B, Kec. Kintamani, Kabupaten Bangli, Bali 80612. The site is on the western shore of Lake Batur, approximately 1.5 hours by car from Ubud and around 2 hours from Ngurah Rai Airport in Denpasar. From Kintamani town on the caldera rim the descent to Toya Bungkah takes around 20 to 30 minutes on a steep winding road. From Ubud, drive north toward Kintamani and follow signs down into the caldera to Toya Bungkah village. Most visitors arrive by private car and driver or as part of a guided Mount Batur trek package that includes hot spring entry. There is no reliable public transport into the caldera; a private car or hired driver is the standard practical option for getting here.
Opening hours are 07:00 to 19:00 daily. The facility closes on Nyepi. Walk-up entry is approximately 190,000 IDR per person; discounted rates from around 116,600 IDR are available through Klook and Tiket.com. Entry includes welcome drink, towel, locker, soap, and shampoo. A valid passport or ID is required at the gate. The road into the caldera is steep and narrow in sections; scooter riders should exercise caution in wet conditions.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who Batur Natural Hot Spring Suits
Batur Natural Hot Spring is the most popular post-trek hot spring in Bali and the standard recovery stop after the Mount Batur sunrise hike. The lake and volcano views from the pools are exceptional and are the primary reason visitors choose this facility over other Kintamani options. The ten pools at different temperatures give the complex variety, and the cooler higher-altitude air around Lake Batur at around 22 degrees Celsius makes soaking in warm volcanic water particularly pleasant.
Families are welcome; children's pools and water slides are available on site. The all-inclusive entry package with towel, locker, and welcome drink makes it a self-contained visit without needing to bring much. The complex is busiest with tour groups arriving from the sunrise trek between roughly 07:00 and 10:00; arriving mid-morning or after gives a quieter experience. The restaurant and massage services make it easy to spend several hours on site after soaking.
Wheelchair access is not available; the facility has confirmed this explicitly. The multi-level pool complex involves steps and uneven terrain throughout. Visitors with mobility requirements should contact the facility directly before visiting. Belongings theft from poolside has been repeatedly reported; always use the provided locker and never leave valuables unattended by the pools.
Safety & Etiquette
Batur Natural Hot Spring Safety Tips
Batur Natural Hot Spring is generally safe as a staffed commercial facility, but the main safety considerations are the heat of the upper pools, slippery pool surrounds and volcanic rock surfaces, theft from unattended poolside belongings, and the active volcanic environment of the Mount Batur caldera. No formal lifeguard supervision is confirmed at the pools themselves.
Pool temperatures range from lukewarm to approximately 40 degrees Celsius at the hottest pools. Test each pool temperature before entering and limit sessions in the hotter pools to 15 to 20 minutes. Take regular breaks between soaks, move to a cooler pool or shaded gazebo, and drink water regularly. Cooler pools and children's pools are available if the main pools feel too warm. The pool surfaces, volcanic rock surrounds, and shower areas are wet and can be slippery; wear flip-flops throughout the entire site.
Theft from poolside belongings is one of the most consistently reported issues at this facility. Do not leave bags, phones, cameras, or passports unattended at the edge of the pool or on sunloungers while soaking. Place all valuables in the locker included with your entry ticket before entering the water. The road into the caldera to Toya Bungkah is steep, narrow in sections, and becomes slippery in wet weather; take particular care if driving a scooter or motorbike. The facility closes on Nyepi; if making a long drive from South Bali, confirm the facility is open before departing on the day.
