Kelimutu Coloured Lakes
Kelimutu - three crater lakes that mysteriously change colour (turquoise, green, black), best at dawn
The route
The line through Flores (East Nusa Tenggara), Indonesia - waypoints, elevation and the day-by-day shape of the walk.
Season & conditions
Apr-Oct (dry season best)
Cool at dawn; cloud rolls in later
Open year-round; dawn is clearest before the cloud. Confirm.
On the trail
A short paved climb to a viewpoint over three crater lakes
Non-technical walking/hiking; confirm any exposed or scrambly sections locally
Marked/waymarked route; navigation generally straightforward - carry a map and confirm locally
Accessible to most walkers and families; not fully wheelchair accessible - confirm
A popular, well-known route - busier in peak season
Sunrise at the main viewpoint; short loop to the other overlooks
Getting there & staying
Kelimutu NP, from Moni
Out-and-back/loop - no shuttle needed
Day route - none needed
Day-hike kit, water, sun/rain protection, sturdy footwear; coverage varies
Services in Moni / Ende; limited or none on the trail
Not required; self-guided
Permits & safety
Park entry fee; a pre-dawn drive from Moni
Permits and operators change - confirm before booking.
Cliff edges at the viewpoints, cold at dawn
Retrace the route to exit; dial local emergency services; carry a means of calling for help where remote
This profile is desk research, compiled from public sources - not a first-hand trail report. Coordinates are approximate.