5 Most Beautiful Lakes in Indonesia You Must Visit
Dear fellow traveller! Because of its location on the equator, Indonesia has abundant natural wealth. Indonesia has not only the beauty of tropical beaches, but also stunning mountains and lakes. But if you're bored of visiting the beach, you can choose the lake as a new destination for you. Lake in Indonesia itself has 2 types; natural lakes and artificial lakes, both offer beauty and different types of water tourism. Out of so many lakes that exist, here is the list of 5 most beautiful lakes in Indonesia that you can put in the list of your next destination.
1. Lake Labuan Cermin, Kalimantan
Lake Labuan Cermin is located in Labuan Kelambu village, East Kalimantan. The lake that can be reached by road for about 6 to 7 hours from Cape Redeb is called Labuan Cermin (Mirror) because the water is very clear. Because the depth of the lake is only 3 meters, you can enjoy the beauty of the reef found in the bottom of the lake with the naked eyes. Fantastic! Labuan Cermin lake is also known as two flavours lake because the water in this beautiful lake is blend of sea water and fresh water; which at the top of the lake consist of salty water and fresh air at the bottom. The water color of the lake is similar to sea water gradation, which is dark blue, light blue, green tosca and white. Swimming, snorkeling, or diving are activities that you can do in here.
2. Lake Sentani, Papua
Papua has not only an exotic Raja Ampat but also a lake which is one of the most beautiful Lake in Indonesia, Lake Sentani. Lake Sentani is located on the slopes of the cycloop nature reserve with a height of 75 mdpl. In this lake, there are 22 islands that are still inhabited by the tribe of origin Sentani tribe. You can reach the lake from Jayapura with the distance as far as 50 km. Lake Sentani is famous for its unique marine biodiversity such as cork fish, Sentani sharks, and shark saw. The best time to visit this lake is in the middle of the year because there will be Lake Sentani Festival. You will not see beautiful scenery of the lake and the sorrounding mountains, but also cultural diversity of Papua.
3. Ranu Kumbolo, East Java
Ranu Kumbolo is a lake located ar the foot of Mount Semeru. Ranu Kumbolo is located in Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park, between Lumajang Regency and Malang Regency, East Java Province. The lake is often touted as hidden paradise, because to reach this beautiful lake you have to do trekking that is quite difficult, especially for beginners climber. But do not worry, because during the trip to the lake, you will be treated with a view of the row pine trees and spruce along the beautiful hill. If lucky, you can see the smoke from the peak of Mount Semeru. The scenery you shouldn't miss when you are here is the sunrise that appears on the sidelines of green hill. At night you can enjoy the splendor of the galaxy in the night sky with the naked eyes.
4. Lake Poso, Sulawesi
Lake Poso is located in Poso District, Central Sulawesi. With a length of 32 km and 16 km wide, this beautiful lake is the third largest lake in Indonesia. The lake which reaches 195 meter depth is also included in the list of the mosr beautiful lake in the world. Lake Poso is fairly unique lake, because the edge of the lake is surrounded by white sand, making it look lie a cool white sandy beach. Here you can roam the lake on a motorboat while enjoying the activities ot the local community fishing, fishing and fish farming. In addition, you can also visit Bancea Nature Tours located near the lake. This is the place of the largest orchid conservation in Indonesia.
5. Lake Kelimutu, Flores
Lake Kelimutu is within the area of Kelimutu National Park, about 45 km from the town of Ende. Lake Kelimutu consists of three lakes located at the top of Mount Kelimutu. Each of these lakes has different water colors. Each color of water contained in this lake has different meaning and is believed by local communities that it has supernatural powers. To reach this beautiful lake, you can start the joirney from the city of Moni which is the backpacker basecamp. During the trip to the lake, you will be treated to beautiful scenery.