(Lake) Ranu Kumbolo - Exotic Camper Paradise

On the slopes of Mount Semeru, which is the active volcano that lies at an altitude of 3,676 meters above sea level, there is a lake that has spectacular views and the exotic,ie, (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo.

To reach (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo, tourists can travel through Lumajang or Malang, East Java. Trip to (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo do require physically preparations and sufficient supplies, so that tourists should prepare everything properly. 

In (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo, hikers can set up a tent or resting in a hikers hut (shelter).

Hikers can also enjoy the exotic scenery on the shores of lake wich the water is clean and clear. There are lots of fish and wild grouse there.

Sights that should not be overlooked on the edge of (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo is at sunrise emerged from behind the hill. Exotic panorama and riveting at (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo will not be forgotten by climbers or tourists who've been there.

(Lake) Ranu Kumbolo located at an altitude of 2400 masl with an area of ​​14 hectares. It is true that the scenery is quite beautiful there.

For those who like to travel a challenging tour, panoramic sights (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo is one of the outstanding option.

You should also bring thick clothes and supplies adequate food supplies because the air temperature is very cold there.

In (Lake) Ranu Kumbolo, will find attractions with exotic scenery and unspoiled. In addition, it also could provoke fresh water fish in there.

Kelimutu - The Three Color Lakes

Three color lakes Kelimutu on the summit crater of Mount Flores who became one of the wonders of this world, absolutely stunning with the beauty and mystery that are stored on top of the mountain as high as 1690 meters above sea level.

Kelimutu is a combination of keli word meaning mountain and mutu, which means to boil. Kelimutu is one of the few areas that is very popular tourist destination on the island of Flores, in addition to the Komodo dragon, a traditional village Bena, and Riung beautiful Marine Park. Volcanic lake is considered magical and mysterious as the lake is the third color changing, with the passage of time. Earlier this lake is the color of red, white, and blue.In mid-2006 and occurred several times mainly to two adjacent lakes namely Lake Spirits Youth (Tiwu nua ko'o fai muri) and Lake Spirits soothsayer (Tiwu ata polo). Spirit Lake Youth previously green, in June last year had turned blue. While Lake soothsayer or Evil People who previously dark brown discolored somewhat reddish.

A separate lakes, Lake Spirits Parents (Tiwu Ata Mbupu) remain dark green / moss. However, last December Lake Spirits Youth back in green, Lake The Evil became blue, and Lake's parents became blackish brown. Water Color Lake Kelimutu is a mystery of nature.


Morning is the best time to watch Lake Flores. Shortly before noon, let alone the afternoon, the lake is usually shrouded in fog that blocks the view. That's why the tourists usually stay overnight in the village of Moni and go to Kelimutu at morning. Flores is located about 66 kilometers from the town of Ende and 83 kilometers from the town of Maumere.

Local people believe that Kelimutu sacred and give fertility to the surrounding nature. In some occasions there is usually a ceremony of local communities and give offerings to the "spirit" which keeps the region. 
The third broad lake was approximately 1.051 million square meters with a volume of 1292 million cubic meters of water. Boundaries beetwen lakes is a narrow stone walls are prone to landslides. The steep walls of a 70-degree angle with a height between 50 to 150 meters.

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Paniai Lake - Exotic Lake in the Mountains of Papua

Paniai Lake declared as the best and most beautiful lakes in the world by the 157 countries that have a lake on the World Lake Conference in India on November 30, 2007.

Paniai lake covering an area of ​​14,500 ha, located at an altitude of 7500 meters above sea level with a condition that is still natural and exotic, around the lake are stored values ​​of art and culture of the local community is Mee and Moni tribe.

Paniai Lake is located in Paniai regency located at a position central mountains of Papua, moreover Paniai District has the potential nature of gold mine, forest, nature and cultural tourism.

Special, exotic, and charming. Exotic Lake scenery presents a lively, blue lake water, and a very beautiful atmosphere to any tourists who visit there. There are rocks and sand on the banks of the lake, and surrounded by cliffs are quite high, most topographic Paniai District located in mountainous and hilly regions which have a very cool air, although Paniai Lake is located in the heights, lakes Paniai store various types of freshwater fish and shrimp.

To get to Lake Paniai, we can begin the journey from the City of Enarotali, the capital of Paniai District. From City Enarotali, there are two routes to Paniai Lakes region. First, use a landline with a rented bus, Second, through the air aboard the Cessna aircraft that can land on the plateau region with the characteristics of the soil runway.