If waking up in the middle of the night is not your cup of tea, then the Mt Batur Sunset trek is for you!It's also a great alternative for those visiting during rainy season (November - March) when early morning clouds are a lot more likely. This trek will start in the late afternoon and will get you up to the summit of Mt Batur right before the sun sets, ushering in beautiful deep red and yellow skies around the various volcanic mountains of Bali. Important Note: rain and clouds are still possible during the sunset period, but at least you will not have to wake up at 1am! What to Expect Start of the trek You will meet your guide at Toyabungkah by 3.30pm for a safety briefing. It will take around 1.5-2.5 hours to get to the top. Exact timing depends on the individual. The terrain varies from jungle trails to exposed rock face with gravelly paths. Some parts of it can be a bit slippery especially if wet. Summit You will reach the summit at around 6pm in time for sunset. The sky will start turning deep yellows and reds over the peaks of Mt Abang, Mt Agung and even Mt Rinjani in the distance. While you enjoy the views, your guide will prepare a lite meal cooked in volcanic steam! Descent Once you've enjoyed the panoramas, you will begin to descend. Before you go down you will also have a chance to explore the main crater area and taken in the history of eruptions over the years as told by your guide. It can take up to 2 hours to get back to the base, with the terrain quite challenging at times with patches of volcanic sand. For the most part of the way down it will be dark, however you will have your headlamp and the help of your guide.