Are There Toilets on Mount Batur? What to Expect on Your Trek or Jeep Tour

One of the most common (and let’s be honest, important!) questions we get from travellers planning a Mount Batur experience is: are there toilets on Mount Batur? Whether you’re doing the sunrise hike or taking a jeep tour, nature calls, and it’s good to know what to expect—especially when you’ll be travelling in the early hours of the morning and spending several hours on a volcano.

The Short Answer: Yes, but they’re limited and basic.

There are a few basic toilet facilities around Mount Batur, mostly at the base and at specific stop points used by locals and tour guides. However, these facilities are very simple—think squat-style toilets or basic concrete stalls with no running water and minimal lighting. Toilet paper is usually not provided, and handwashing facilities may just be a bucket of water and a scoop. It's very much a “bring your own essentials” situation.

Most hikers and jeep travellers will have access to a toilet before starting the journey. If you’re doing the sunrise trek, your driver will usually stop at a small warung or local café near the base of Mount Batur where you can grab a coffee and use the toilet before the climb begins. For those on a jeep tour, the same goes—you’ll likely stop before heading up the mountain. These are the best times to go, as once you're on the trail (or ride), options become scarce.

On the Mountain Itself

During the actual hike or jeep ride, there are very few toilet options—if any—along the way. There may be a basic toilet near the main sunrise viewpoint used by both hikers and jeep groups, but these facilities are, again, very simple and may not be staffed or cleaned regularly. Depending on the tour provider and your exact route, your guide may know of certain informal stops along the way, but it’s generally best not to count on finding a comfortable (or even available) spot once you’ve started the journey up.

What to Bring

• Tissues or toilet paper (essential)
• Hand sanitiser or wipes
• A small plastic bag (in case you need to pack out tissues)
• A bit of small cash (some toilets may charge a small fee)

Going Outdoors, If You Really Need To

If nature calls and there’s truly no toilet in sight—a situation that sometimes happens on early morning hikes or longer jeep tours—your guide may help you find a discreet spot away from the trail. While not ideal, this is a part of hiking or touring remote natural areas, and your guide will be understanding and helpful if you're stuck. Just be respectful of the environment and pack out any tissues or rubbish you use.

Post-Hike / Post-Tour Facilities

After your hike or jeep tour, you’ll usually return to a café or local restaurant where you can have breakfast or a warm drink. These places typically do have bathroom facilities—again, quite basic, but better than what’s on the trail. Some jeep or combo tours also stop at coffee plantations or hot springs after the sunrise, which offer more standard (and sometimes surprisingly nice!) toilet options.

Final Thoughts

Toilets on Mount Batur are definitely there—but they’re few, far between, and very basic. The key is to go before you start your trek or ride, bring your own essentials, and be mentally prepared for very rustic facilities. With a little bit of planning, you'll be able to focus on the amazing views and epic adventure, without worrying too much about the loo situation.