Kelimutu National Park — Attraction in Flores

Kelimutu (pronounced [kəliˈmutu]) is a volcano, close to the small town of Moni in central Flores island in Indonesia. The volcano is around 50 km to the east of Ende, Indonesia, the capital of Ende regency in East Nusa Tenggara province. The mountain has three volcanic crater lakes that differ in color. The science of the Kelimutu lakes is relatively well-known.[2] Lake colors periodically change due to adjustments in the oxidation-reduction status of the fluid of each lake, and also considering the abundance of different major elements, such as iron and manganese. Oxidation-reduction status depends on the balance of volcanic gas input and rainfall rate,[3] and is thought to be mediated by the groundwater system in the volcano itself[4]. The colors in the lakes change independently from each other, as each has its own unique connectivity to the underlying volcano's activity. Between January and November 2016, the colors of the craters changed six times.[5] Although it is widely believed that the changes are unpredictable, it is more accurate to say that the lack of any regular monitoring of the volcanic system precludes scientists from having the data necessary to drive widely available predictive...

Though the national park is very big,I visited only the lakes side of it.As of Jun 29th,it's continously rained for 2 days and finally opened up after a long wait at Moni village as weather is unpredictable and you need to allocate reserve day accordingly.The landscape of volcanic crater lakes is spectacular giving turquoise color for two bigger ones and dark black for the smaller one surrounded by forest cover on the rocks.Believed by the local tribes as the residing place of their ancestors or spirits after the death and they will have to follow the same in the future,a sacred place where water color changes according to the chemicals of the invisible active volcano and it's reflection with sunlight direction that makes it must visit natural attraction and perfect for some photography.The 15 minutes walking trail is easy and shouldn't be missed if you are nearby to feel the beauty that appears like quarry lakes on the outskirts of...

Feeling sad, it wasn't my day. I tried to visit the place for two days, First day we weren't aware of their new operating hours since the end of May 2024, which are from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM (gate open and close), and you must leave by 12:00 PM. On the first day, we arrived at 11:30 AM, only to find it closed. On the second day, June 6, 2024, it rained all day with heavy fog. Despite the weather, we attempted to reach the crater, but the rain obscured our view. This might be a once-in-a-lifetime visit for me, so I gave it my best effort.

The path to the crater is easy to walk and not too steep. The weather is cold, so it's important to check the forecast beforehand. Good luck!

However, I was very impressed with the people here; they welcomed us warmly, especially the students at the gate who were selling tickets. Thank you for your warm hospitality. ขอบคุณค่ะ...