Can you do the Mount Batur sunrise jeep over Christmas or New Year? Yes — the private Mount Batur jeep runs through the holidays, but dates around 25 December and 1 January fill first. It drives to a crater-rim viewpoint (~1,350 m) — not the summit hike — with breakfast and island-wide hotel pickup included. Prices: IDR 2,300,000 sit-in for 2, IDR 2,850,000 for 3, IDR 1,800,000 tracking for 2, or IDR 750,000 per person on tracking for 3+. WhatsApp — no payment to inquire.
Key Takeaways
- Holiday dates fill first — message 7+ days ahead for 24–26 Dec and 30 Dec–2 Jan
- Sunrise pickup 02:00–03:00 · sunset pickup 14:30–15:30 · same price
- 31 December: book the sunset jeep and be back for the party
- 1 January sunrise works only if you skip the late night — otherwise take 2 January
- Groups of 3+: IDR 750,000 each on tracking · breakfast + pickup included
Sunrise or sunset over New Year?
| Date | Best pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 24–25 Dec | Sunrise | Christmas morning at the rim, back by lunch |
| 30 Dec | Sunrise | Last clear-head morning before the party |
| 31 Dec | Sunset (pickup 14:30–15:30) | 4–5 hours — home for New Year's Eve |
| 1 Jan | Sunrise only if you sleep early | Pickup is 02:00–03:00 |
| 2 Jan | Sunrise | First proper sunrise of the year, rested |
Both runs use the same private 4×4 and the same viewpoint. Compare: Batur jeep sunrise vs sunset.
Will December clouds block the sunrise?
Sometimes — and no operator can promise a clear sky. December is wet season, and Batur can sit in cloud at dawn. Clouds often break as the sun climbs, and the black lava field stop works in any weather. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or free reschedule — cancellation policy. Want the best odds? Go in October, before the rains: Bali October–December deals.
Holiday prices (published 2026 IDR)
| Option | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sit-in jeep, 2 guests | 2,300,000 total | Private 4×4 + driver |
| Sit-in jeep, 3 guests | 2,850,000 total | Same car |
| Tracking, 2 guests | 1,800,000 total | Short walk with a guide |
| Tracking, 3+ guests | 750,000 / person | Best group rate |
| Hot spring add-on | +150,000 / person | Ticket included |
| Private Kintamani Day | 1,300,000 / person promo | Was 1,450,000 · min 2 |
Breakfast, hotel pickup island-wide, Kintamani entrance fee, and insurance (6–65) are included. Full breakdown: Batur jeep price guide 2026. Pickup by area: jeep pickup times.
Families over the holidays
Kids sit in the jeep — no hike. Bring a warm layer: the rim is cold before dawn even in December. The sit-in jeep suits small children; tracking suits teens who want a short walk. Compare: sit-in jeep vs tracking.
How to book a holiday date
- WhatsApp date, sunrise or sunset, guest count, hotel
- Say sit-in or tracking — we quote the private total
- No deposit to ask — the date is held once confirmed
Ready? Book the private Mount Batur jeep for Christmas or New Year.