{"id":92293,"date":"2017-04-19T09:00:12","date_gmt":"2017-04-19T01:00:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=92293"},"modified":"2025-02-19T10:22:08","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T02:22:08","slug":"best-hiking-in-southeast-asia-where-to-go-trekking-in-indonesia-borneo-and-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-hiking-in-southeast-asia-where-to-go-trekking-in-indonesia-borneo-and-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Best hiking in Southeast Asia: Where to go trekking in Indonesia, Borneo and Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Home to <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/yoga-in-singapore-studios-and-classes-to-get-your-om-on\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">cleansing yoga retreats<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/private-islands-near-singapore-where-to-rent-islands-in-southeast-asia-for-a-unique-beach-vacation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">idyllic isolated beaches<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/treehouse-hotels-in-southeast-asia-forest-retreats-and-boutique-accommodation-near-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lush rainforests<\/a>, Southeast Asia offers a <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-diving-in-asia-the-most-beautiful-sites-in-the-region-to-swim-with-the-sea-creatures\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bounty of natural landscapes<\/a> for detox-hungry travellers. But if <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/caves-in-southeast-asia-explore-these-breathtaking-natural-wonders-in-malaysia-vietnam-thailand-and-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">traversing the great outdoors<\/a> with<a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/adventure-holidays-in-southeast-asia-best-treks-tours-and-outdoor-activities-including-wreck-diving-caving-and-quad-biking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> a heady adrenaline rush<\/a> is your idea of a <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-holidays-singapore-spiritual-vacations-beautiful-travel-destinations-will-change-life\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">spiritually enlightening experience<\/a>, your best bet is a serene trek. While the visual rewards are endless &#8211; think breathtaking panoramic views of volcanic landscapes and surreal cloud-enveloped summits &#8211; it&#8217;s also a satiating (and gruelling) challenge for the mind, body and soul. Lace up those hiking boots <em>stat<\/em> &#8211; we list 10 of Southeast Asia&#8217;s best treks and trails for everyone from amateur mountain buffs to avid hiking enthusiasts.<\/p>\n<h3>Mount Rinjani, Lombok<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132806\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132806\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132806 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Rinjani-.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Rinjani, Lombok\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Rinjani-.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Rinjani-.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Rinjani-.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132806\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mount Rinjani&#8217;s spectacular crater rim. Photo: Photo: Al-Fadil Bin Mohd Fuad, @elfadyleptrll on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rising 3,726 metres above sea level, Lombok\u2019s active volcano of Mount Rinjani offers an exhilarating climb for anyone with a high level of fitness. Depending on your ability, a trip up the summit often takes two to three days. The physical challenge isn\u2019t the only thing worth trekking for; Rinjani offers spectacular scenery \u2013 think lush rainforests with abundant wildlife and awe-inspiring views of the crater rim. Given the level of fitness and prep required to reach the summit, train up before your climb and come equipped with necessities like sturdy hiking boots and headlights. The best time to climb is the April to December dry season.<\/p>\n<h3>Cao B\u1eb1ng, Vietnam<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132798\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132798\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132798 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/waterfalls-vietnam-.jpg\" alt=\"Cao B\u1eb1ng, Vietnam\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/waterfalls-vietnam-.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/waterfalls-vietnam-.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/waterfalls-vietnam-.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132798\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The majestic Ban Gioc waterfalls of Cao B\u1eb1ng in Vietnam. Photo: Hoang Giang Hai on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located in the Northeast of Vietnam is the province of Cao B\u1eb1ng, which offers the best of local culture and landscapes. Your adventure will not only take you to spectacular sights within the hidden trails &#8211; towering peaks and magnificent caves included &#8211; but also to remote villages of the hill tribes. A must stop-over on your trek is the picturesque Ban Gioc Waterfalls, which straddles the border between China and Vietnam, and the largest in Asia.<\/p>\n<h3>Kawah Ijen, East Java<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132795\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132795\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132795 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/ijen-juff.jpg\" alt=\"Kawah Ijen, East Java\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/ijen-juff.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/ijen-juff.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/ijen-juff.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132795\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The striking deep turquoise colour of Ijen&#8217;s sulphuric crater lake. Photo: Juffri Mok, @juffrimok on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Made up of a group of stratovolcanoes in East Java&#8217;s Banyuwangi Recency, the complex of Kawah Ijen boasts the world\u2019s largest acidic volcanic crater lake. Approximately 1.5 to 2 hours are taken to ascend the peak of the crater on a fairly straightforward route. Though the trail isn&#8217;t difficult, the dense sulphur fumes may prove challenging for the average person &#8211; so take extra caution if you have preexisting breathing problems. Up the crater, you\u2019ll enjoy panoramic views of the acidic turquoise lake, and blue lava-like rivers of light streaming down the mountains (if you\u2019re lucky). It\u2019s a little off-the-beaten path, so don\u2019t expect the hordes of climbing tourists you&#8217;d usually find on Bali and Lombok&#8217;s popular treks.<\/p>\n<h3>Mount Pulag, Philippines<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132804\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132804\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-132804 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Mount-Pulag-.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Pulag, Philippines\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Mount-Pulag-.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Mount-Pulag-.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Mount-Pulag-.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132804\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Get lost in a sea of clouds up on Mount Pulag. Photo: Aileen Siwa of Backpacker Adventure Diaries<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nicknamed the \u201cplayground of the Gods\u201d, Philippines\u2019 Mount Pulag is undeniably a spiritual place \u2013 it\u2019s where North Luzon\u2019s ethnic tribes bury their dead, and believe spirits come to rest. Its popularity with mountaineers of all skill sets boils down to one solid reason: its ability to make you feel like you\u2019re walking amongst the (sea of fluffy) clouds. Its biodiversity is top-notch; on the mountain, you&#8217;ll find vast, mossy forests, golden grasslands and endangered flora and fauna. The hike usually takes two days with two trails of varying difficulty, but overall, it&#8217;s a relatively easier, laid-back climb.<\/p>\n<h3>Batad rice terraces, Philippines<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132832\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132832\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132832 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Batad1.jpg\" alt=\"Batad banaue rice terraces, Philippines\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Batad1.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Batad1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Batad1.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132832\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Jacques Beaulieu on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Rice terraces may not be what immediately spring to mind when one thinks of treks and trails, but rest assured that the Batad rice terraces of Banaue present a gruelling journey worthy of any adventurous traveler. A UNESCO World Heritage site, the terraces resemble a giant amphitheatre up the Ifugao mountain. The hike is difficult, with the trail ranging from scarily steep staircases to the narrow edges of rice fields and waterfalls.<\/p>\n<h3>Fansipan, Vietnam<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132799\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132799\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132799 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Fansipan.jpg\" alt=\"Fansipan, Vietnam\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Fansipan.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Fansipan.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/Fansipan.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132799\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Fansipan&#8217;s scenic botanical richness. Photo: Deborah Jeanne, deejaydoubleu on Instagram<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Dubbed the \u201cRoof of Indochina\u201d, Vietnam\u2019s highest mountain stands at 3,143 metres. Don\u2019t let the recently installed cable car system ruin your adventure \u2013 the mountain is still a beauty to ascend. The hike usually takes between one to three days, and offers three different routes, catering to both tourists and more seasoned, mountain chasers. The effort will pay off; on your trek, you&#8217;ll be greeted with stunning views of the richly forested Lai Chau province and intense greenery. Tip: Despite the tropical climate, temperatures will dip on your hike, so pack your layers.<\/p>\n<h3>Gunung Mulu, Borneo<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132801\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132801\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132801 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/gunung-mulu-.jpg\" alt=\"Gunung Mulu, Borneo\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/gunung-mulu-.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/gunung-mulu-.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/gunung-mulu-.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132801\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Large limestone caves in Gunung Mulu National Park Photo: Heart of Borneo Tours<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Located in one of Mother&#8217;s Nature&#8217;s most gorgeous rainforest vistas (and a UNESCO Heritage Site), Gunung Mulu is a beast of a mountain to climb. Standing at 2,376 metres, the three to four day-long hike involves overnight stops in wooden huts, winding routes from limestone belts to rough terrains, and a difficult, yet exhilarating ascent to the cloud-shrouded peak, which offers breathtaking views of Gunung Api and across the forest to Brunei Bay.<\/p>\n<h3>Mount Batur, Bali<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132826\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132826\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-132826 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-batur-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Batur, Bali\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-batur-1.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-batur-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-batur-1.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132826\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Mount Batur Photo: Ilya Yakubovich on Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For beginner mountain chasers, Batur is a great place to start. Reaching a height of 1,717 metres, the sunrise trek up this sacred Balinese mountain usually takes hikers (of medium fitness level) approximately two hours. The journey usually kicks off at 2am; despite the intimidating darkness, it helps hikers focus on the trail and allows them to arrive in the nick of time before daybreak. We recommend it for crowd-weary travellers seeking escape from Bali&#8217;s teeming beaches and streets.<\/p>\n<h3>Mount Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132803\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132803\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132803 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-kinabalu.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Kinabalu, Sabah Malaysia\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-kinabalu.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-kinabalu.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-kinabalu.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132803\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Scale the majestic Mount Kinabalu and soak in picture-perfect views of the verdant surroundings. Photo: Sofiah Sanusi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Towering at 4,095 metres, Mount Kinabalu is possibly the most visited mountain on this list, with thousands of visitors flocking to its craggy peak every year. The trek is usually completed in two days, and is surmountable for anyone with a reasonable level of fitness and no climbing experience. The journey is described by past climbers as an upward hike, with trekkers required to rely on a rope at only one point of the journey. The plus side for fussier climbers is the abundant creature comforts: clean bathrooms, cosy beds at lodges for overnight rests and meals are part of most of the hiking packages available.<\/p>\n<h3>Mount Agung, Bali<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_132805\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-132805\" style=\"width: 930px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-132805 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-agung-.jpg\" alt=\"Mount Agung, Bali\" width=\"930\" height=\"550\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-agung-.jpg 930w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-agung-.jpg 300w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2016\/04\/mount-agung-.jpg 768w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 930px) 100vw, 930px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 930px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 930\/550;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-132805\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Walk amongst the clouds at Mount Agung&#8217;s summit. Photo: Ashraf Aziz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>We\u2019ll make no bones about this: Agung is a killer climb. Bali\u2019s highest mountain stands at 3,142 metres tall and is highly recommended for physically fit climbers. This monster of a mountain offers two main climbing route: Pasar Agung or Bekasih Temple. The former is said to be an easier three to four hour climb up a mostly steep pathway with a final trail that ends at a moon-like crater rim with sweeping island views. The latter, on the other hand, is a demanding climb to the summit \u2013 the route is estimated to take approximately six to seven hours with the final hour requiring climbers to get down on all fours. Good luck!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Home to cleansing yoga retreats, idyllic isolated beaches and lush rainforests, Southeast Asia offers a bounty of natural landscapes for detox-hungry travellers. 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