Rabid Dog Attack Reported on Mount Batukaru
An unusual incident occurred on September 21 on Mount Batukaru in Tabanan. A stray dog attacked tourists ascending towards the peak via the village of Pujungan route. In total, 15 people were affected…
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Mount Batukaru is Bali’s second-highest volcano, located in the quiet highlands of Tabanan. Surrounded by dense rainforest and traditional villages, it offers a more remote trekking experience compare…
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Bali Area Guide: Where to Stay, Live, and Explore in 2025
If you’re planning your holiday or searching for accommodation in Bali, the first and most important step is deciding which part of the island you want to stay in. Bali’s regions are incredibly d…
Jatiluwih is a UNESCO World Heritage site in Bali, famous for its sweeping rice terraces that showcase the ancient subak irrigation system. Located in the foothills of Mount Batukaru, it’s a peaceful…
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Search for Missing 15-Year-Old Foreigner on Bali's Mount Batukaru Enters 9th Day
The search for a 15-year-old French teenager who recently fell into a ravine on Mount Batukaru and went missing has dragged on. It has now been nine days since his disappearance and the start of activ…
Bali’s Mount Agung: Sacred Trekking and Tourism Etiquette
Nestled in the heart of Bali, Mount Agung captivates with its ancient charm. Once reserved for sacred Hindu rituals, it now became a hotspot for tourists.
Yet, amid the surge in tourism, the Governor of Bali has proposed to ban tourist activities on Mount Agung.
Tourist Deported from Bali for Solo Climb on Sacred Mount Agung!
A Norwegian citizen with the initials BG, aged 41, was deported by immigration officers in Singaraja for climbing Mount Agung alone. He has been banned from entering Indonesia. BG arrived in Bali on F…
Mount Agung Trails Close Temporarily for Religious Ceremonies
All hiking routes on Bali’s Mount Agung will be closed for almost a month. Ascents will be prohibited from 28 March to 24 April 2026 inclusive, with the routes expected to reopen on 25 April.
Hop on a Bus to Rinjani: New Route Launched
Good news for anyone planning to climb Mount Rinjani but not keen to pay extra for a private transfer or ride to Lombok by motorbike.
From 10 April 2026, government-run tourist buses (KSPN) were officially launched on Lombok, linking the airport and main terminals with the “gateway” to Rinjani — the village of Sembalun.