Bali's Lakes by Scooter: Batur, Beratan, Buyan & Tamblingan — Routes and Tips
By the siappergi.com team · Published · 6 min read · Baca dalam Bahasa Indonesia
Bali's highland lakes offer cool air, temples on the water and mountain views — and every one of them is an easy day trip by scooter. Here's the guide.
The four main lakes
| Lake | Location | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Batur | Kintamani, Bangli | Mount Batur views, hot springs |
| Beratan | Bedugul, Tabanan | Ulun Danu Beratan temple, lakeside gardens |
| Buyan | Near Pancasari, Buleleng | Quiet lake, pine forest |
| Tamblingan | Near Munduk, Buleleng | Thick forest, traditional canoes, old temples |
Distances and times are estimates. Buyan and Tamblingan can be seen side by side from the viewpoints on the Wanagiri road.
Suggested routes
- Kintamani & Lake Batur from Ubud — Ubud–Kintamani route.
- Bedugul, then on to the twin lakes and Munduk — Bedugul–Munduk route.
- Staying in Kintamani — scooter rental in Kintamani.
Leave early. Mist usually rolls in around midday and mountain roads get slippery in drizzle.
Scooter prices
| Scooter | Engine | Daily | Weekly | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Vario 160 | 160cc | IDR 130,000 | Ask | IDR 1,910,000 |
| Yamaha NMAX 155 (Gen 2) | 155cc | IDR 150,000 | IDR 902,000 | IDR 2,260,000 |
| Honda PCX 160 (Gen 2) | 160cc | IDR 150,000 | IDR 902,000 | IDR 2,260,000 |
| Honda Vario 125 | 125cc | IDR 100,000 | IDR 515,000 | IDR 1,510,000 |
Book on WhatsApp or via the Bali scooter rental catalogue: the bike is delivered to your hotel, villa, the airport or bus terminal with 2 helmets, and you pay when it arrives — no deposit.
Minimum rental 2 days. Related: riding in the rainy season and SiapPergi — Bali scooter rental.
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Frequently asked questions
How many lakes are there in Bali?
Four main lakes: Batur, Beratan, Buyan and Tamblingan.
Which lake is closest to Kuta?
Lake Beratan in Bedugul, about 1.5–2 hours by scooter.
What are Bali's twin lakes?
Lake Buyan and Lake Tamblingan, side by side near Munduk.
Which scooter is best for the lakes?
A 150–160 cc scooter such as the Vario 160, NMAX or PCX, because the roads climb.
This guide follows the SiapPergi editorial policy: facts are checked, market prices are given as ranges and mistakes are corrected. Spotted something wrong? Report a correction.
