The 15 Best Hikes with Hot Springs

1.Mount Batur Sunrise Guided Hike and Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9,284 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $36Our pick

Start with a pre-dawn pickup and a guided Mount Batur hike led by local guides such as Sar, Nova, Luna, or Jordan. Reach the summit for sunrise, breakfast, and views of Lake Batur, then recover in a hot spring before a Temen coffee plantation visit.

“Climbing Mount Batur was an unforgettable experience! The tour starts at night and the hike is challenging, but reaching the top and watching the sunrise is absolutely breathtaking. A big thank you to my driver Satria for the smooth ride and to my guide Madi for leading me safely to the summit. After the effort, relaxing in the hot springs was the perfect reward. Highly recommended!”

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2.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike and Natural Hot Spring Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,927 reviews · from $33Top rated

Start before dawn for Mount Batur’s steep, loose volcanic trail, guided by local staff such as Nopia, Ayu, or Ketut. Reach the summit for sunrise, breakfast, hot drinks, monkeys, and crater views, then add a hot spring, waterfall, jungle swing, or Jeep ride to suit your morning.

“Mudiana and Iwan have been great tour guides. Plenty of information, great pictures, always fun and friendly. Thanks a lot!”

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3.Hoover Dam & Hot Springs Kayak Tour with Lunch & Expert Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 318 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $289

Paddle from the base of Hoover Dam through Black Canyon, stopping for Arizona Hot Springs and a sauna cave. Evolution Expeditions supplies kayaks, lunch, snacks, and water. Guides such as Ryan, Faith, Chris, Michael, and Ashley lead small groups of up to 15.

“Amazing. Saw a grey fox, an eagle scoop up a duck, a pregnant mountain sheep, hot springs (fave part) and the most beautiful views”

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4.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike, Breakfast & Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 316 reviews · from $24Best value

Start with a dark, guided climb up Mount Batur using a flashlight and trekking poles. Guides such as Agus, Redita, Ramon, and Putu Nawang are praised for patient pacing and photo help. At the summit, eat a simple breakfast while the sun rises, then visit a natural hot spring before returning to Ubud.

“We had a great time on this tour. Our driver, Dekirr picked us up from our villa and was so nice and even stopped at an ATM for us after the tour. Our guide, Redita, led the way all the way up the mountain and was very encouraging and went Read more”

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5.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike with Breakfast & Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 146 reviews · 4 - 10 hours · from $36

Start before dawn with an English-speaking guide such as Wayan, Gede, or Ani, then climb Mount Batur for sunrise, volcanic-steam breakfast, and mountain views. Add hotel transfers, hot springs, Tegalalang Rice Terrace, coffee tasting, a jungle swing, or massage to shape your day.

“it was one of the most amazing hike ive ever done! The feeling of being at the top after dying a little on the way up makes the experience feel so much more accomplishing. Wayan was our tour guide and she was absolutely one of the best! She kept a nice steady pace for my friend who is a beginner hiker. took appropriate breaks and made sure we made it on time before the sunrise. I would give her 10 stars if I could.”

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6.Landmannalaugar Hike and Hot Springs from Reykjavik & Hella

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 109 reviews · 13 hours · from $190

You’ll travel from Reykjavik or Hella into Iceland’s highlands for a guided Landmannalaugar hike among rhyolite mountains, lava fields, and obsidian. Guides such as Carmen and Nacho lead in English or Spanish. Bring lunch, water, swimwear, and a towel for the optional hot spring visit.

“Excelente excursión, el servicio del guía Nacho, fuimos afortunados en poder presenciar un paisaje inigualable. Gracias”

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7.Full-day Rila Mountains, Seven Lakes Hike, and Hot Springs Tour from Sofia

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 70 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $132

Travel from Sofia into Rila National Park, ride a chairlift above the trees, and choose a 3-hour or 5-hour circular hike around the Seven Rila Lakes. Guides such as Daniel, Velko, and Kiril are praised for adapting routes to weather and fitness. Finish with thermal pools at Sapareva Banya.

“The transport was a small car and filled with 5 grown up. It was really uncomfortable. The detailed information about the tour came only one day before so it's really hard to manage in winter. The guide was also unfriendly and unhelpful. Not worth the money”

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8.From Thera: Thirasia Cruise w/ Volcano Hike and Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 67 reviews · 6 hours · from $58

You’ll cruise from Athinios with live commentary, visit Nea Kameni’s volcanic crater, swim near Palea Kameni, and spend time around Thirasia. The volcano walk is optional, the hot-spring stop needs a boat swim, and Thirasia access may change with port conditions.

“No nos brindaron el tour en español cuando así se contrató.”

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9.Full Day Hiking Tour at Mt.Takao including Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · from $118

Meet your private guide at Takaosanguchi Station for a choice of Mt. Takao trails, a visit to Yakuo-in Temple, and a summit attempt. Guides such as Rie, Keita, Hiroko, and Takeshi tailor the pace and explain local customs. Finish with an onsen soak and the Takao 599 Museum.

“Taking the cable car Hearing stories about the special relationship between the Japanese and the mountain from my wonderful guide Takeshi hiking all the way down Mount Takao sharing a local lunch with my guide”

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10.Kyoto: Hike and Hot Springs in Kurama

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 4 hours · from $80

Travel by mountain train from Kyoto with a guide such as Philippe or Chris, hike through cedar forest to Kurama Temple, visit Kibune Shrine, and finish in Kurama village. The $80, four-hour tour includes transport, guide service, and temple admission, but not lunch, the return trip, or the hot spring.

“Philippe was my tour guide and has a wonderful understanding of the history and culture associated with Mount Kurama. Not only was he pleasant to have conversation with, the hike is indeed very mystical and leaves you with a sense of awe and appreciation. After the hike, there is an option to use the onsen overlooking the mountains which makes for a very relaxing trip to the mountain.”

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11.Mount Batur Sunrise Hike & Hot Spring (Private & All-Inclusive)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · from $178

Leave Seminyak around 1:30 am for a private Mount Batur sunrise hike with a local guide. Climb for 2 to 3 hours, eat breakfast at the summit, relax in lakeside hot springs, and finish with a buffet lunch at Batur Sari Restaurant. Guides may include Yasa, Langgeng, or Setiti.

“Took this tour today with Yasa as our driver and Leng as a photographer. It entailed getting picked up in the Nusa Dua area at 1:30am due to the long drive to the base point. We connected there with a local guide who assisted only us the eRead more”

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12.From Medan: Mount Sibayak Sunrise Hike & Natural Hot Spring

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 31 reviews · 8 hours · from $77

Leave Medan at 2 a.m. for a private, guided climb of Mount Sibayak. Your local guide, often Jamil or Jalil, leads you to sunrise views, sulfur vents, and crater viewpoints, then on to a hot spring and Berastagi market. The hike takes about 105 minutes and suits most active beginners.

“Our guide Jamil was excellent and made the whole experience unforgettable! He made us feel very safe whilst teaching us so much about the volcano and surrounding area! He also took us to the best spot to watch the sunrise away from the crowds. It was an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend!”

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13.Mt. Batur: 2 Day Camping Trip, Summit Hike, and Hot Springs

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 25 reviews · 2 days · from $83

Spend two days at Mount Batur with a local guide, camp near Serongga, grill fish for dinner, and start a 4 a.m. summit hike. After sunrise, explore black lava and sand before soaking in Batur’s hot springs. Guides may include Sidap, John, Jer, Jon, Dinka, or July.

“Excellent hike with overnight camping. The guide was great and took great care of us. Highly recommended.”

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14.Mornington Peninsula: SUP, Hike, & Hot Springs Trip w/ Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 1 day · from $204

Spend a full day exploring the Mornington Peninsula with a SUP lesson on Port Phillip Bay, a guided coastal hike, local wine, picnic lunch, and two hours at Peninsula Hot Springs. The small group is limited to nine, with equipment, transport, towels, water, and coffee included.

“An incredible experience and day out - well worth what we paid. Would recommend this to anyone looking for something different and exciting to do whilst in Melbourne.”

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15.Krakow: Hiking Adventure in Tatra Mountains & Thermal Baths

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 10 hours · from $164

Travel from Krakow by air-conditioned minivan to Tatra National Park for a five-hour hike to Morskie Oko or Gąsienicowy Lake. An English-speaking guide helps with the route, then you spend two hours at Termy Bukovina, with hotel pickup and return included.

“This activity was excellent, loved every minute! The lake was beautiful and it was lovely to end the tour relaxing in the pools. Vasyl was the perfect guide, good communication, very friendly and made you feel at ease. Would highly recommend this trip to anyone.”

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