Top 15 things to do in Kintamani Village Bali, Indonesia

Kintamani is popular for its rugged trekking route, mountain cycling experience, ATF rides and traditional villages. Tourists can explore temples, rice fields, organic fields, and coffee plantations on their Bali Tour package. 

In all Kintamani is a small packet that has anything and everything for the tourists to explore and discover in Bali.

Best things to do and places to visit in Kintamani Village 

1. Mount Batur Sunrise Hike

We promise you that trekking to Mount Batur to witness the sunrise is one of the most rewarding things to do in Kintamani Bali. 

This trek route is suitable for beginners and seasoned trekkers. The trek to Mount Batur is an unforgettable experience if it takes the tourists through the ardent routes.

2. Toya Devsaya Hot Spring

This hot spring is sure to relax you from a dreadful day of exploring Kintamani and also prepare you for another day of discovering unique things to do in Kintamani.

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3. Lake Batur

Lake Batur lies at the foothill of Mount Batur and Mount Abang. The crater-shaped Batur Lake is surrounded by huge crater walls.

Few adventure activities operators organize various sports activities like canoeing for the tourists to indulge in some recreational activities at the lake.

4. Visit The Pura Seagra Ulun Temple

This least popular temple in Bali is best to visit and seek blessing and also to see how the people of Kintamani connect with God and perform religious ceremonies. 

A visit to this temple is the most authentic thing to do in Kintamani Bali. The spot of the temple overlooking the lake makes this temple a photogenic destination and a must-visit place in Kintamani. 

5. Visit Trunyan Cemetery

It is the distinct burial way that is being practiced in this cemetery that rendered this place a tourist attraction to understand the laws as to why it is done. 

According to the locals they do not bury the deceased person’s body instead they leave the body to decompose in the open. The intriguing thing about this process is that as the body decomposes body does not produce any foul smell and if it does it is balanced by the trees surrounding the cemetery.

6. Mount Abang & Agung Trek

Trekkers need to be well-prepared with all the safety gear and necessary accessories to trek to these peaks. 

The trek to Abang and Agung is usually undertaken to witness the stupendous sunrise and hence the trek begins at midnight to reach the top before sunrise. 

The trek usually takes 5-6 hours and also depends on the level of trekkers. The route is accessible for both beginners and experienced trekkers but it is advisable to be along with the professionals as they know how to conquer the trek.

7. Marigold Fields

Trekkers need to be well-prepared with all the safety gear and necessary accessories to trek to these peaks. 

The trek to Abang and Agung is usually undertaken to witness the stupendous sunrise and hence the trek begins at midnight to reach the top before sunrise. 

The trek usually takes 5-6 hours and also depends on the level of trekkers. The route is accessible for both beginners and experienced trekkers but it is advisable to be along with the professionals as they know how to conquer the trek.

8. ATV Ride

This unique thing to do in Kintamani offers an exclusive opportunity for tourists to do this sports activity to gain some extra likes on their Instagram accounts. 

The ATV bike ride will take you through the offbeat paths of rice fields, bamboo forests, a village, and a lake. Taking up the ATV ride challenge is one of the unique things to do in Kintamani Bali.

9. Mountain Cycling

The midway tourists will be awed by the magnificent beauty of the mountain ranges, lake, verdant rice fields, and more. Peek into the lives of the people of traditional villages, interact with locals, and breathe in the fresh mountain air. 

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10. Day Tour Of Kintamani And Experience The Culture

Tourists can engage in full-day tours and participate in Barong and Keris dance performances by the locals and seeing them performing is one of the best things to do in Kintamani Village. Make your way through the rice fields and into the bamboo forest and breathe fresh air. 

The distinct architectural styles of the temples and the houses attract the tourist’s attention and curiosity to discover the facts of how they are built and constructed.

11. Organic Farm

Tourists can witness how Balinese people’s farming practices using traditional methods. Tourists can also engage in the purchase of some of their favorite fruits, vegetables, and spices from the farm. 

12. Canoeing In Batur Lake

This thrilling thing to do in Kintamani takes you through various twists and turns that give goosebumps and an adrenaline rush in the body. Soak yourself in the tranquility of Lake water as you canoe through the lake.

13. Visit Luwak Coffee Farm

Indulge in the brewing process of this distinct and expensive coffee and gain in-depth knowledge about how it is made and the technique used in the processing of Luwak Coffee.

14. Helicopter Ride

The helicopter ride offers a 360-degree view of the best spots in Kintamani, It will be an exhilarating experience to have a bird’s eye view of Mount Batur, Lake, verdant rice fields, organic farms, and much more.

As you soar up in the sky the astounding view the mesmerizing view of the entire village will leave an everlasting impression on you. 

15. Glamping In Kintamani

Various camping and glamping options are available in Kintamani. Some of the camps are available on the crater of the mountain and others at the lakeside.

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Best time to visit Kintamani Village

The village is situated at quite a height and the wind spread out chills of around 10 degrees Celsius throughout the year.

If the purpose of your visit to Kintamani is hiking and trekking to Mount Batur then it is ideal to consider visiting the village during the dry season as the wet season makes the adventure a bit more difficult.

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