Mount Kelimutu

Looking for fairytale landscapes? This is the place you always dreamed of!

Mount Kelimutu Drone Shot
  • Unique volcano of the Kimutu National Park

    Mount Kelimutu is a volcano in Flores, one of the many volcanoes you find in Indonesia. It is located in Kelimutu National Park, central Flores Island in East Nusa Tenggara Province. The highest point is Mount Kelibara of 1731m tall.

    Kelimutu Lakes Ende

    A brief exploration of Komodo National Park

    Diving Cruise KOMODO

    | 5 Days / 4 Nights | 0 € Full Board

    Cruise in Komodo National Park,
    Labuan Bajo to Labuan Bajo

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    Activities
    9.9

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    The 3 changing colors lakes and their myths

    This mountain has three crater lakes at the summit. These lakes are known as the Three Color Lakes because they have three different colors, which always vary from each other and also at different times. This distinctive characteristic makes this mountain a surreal and exciting place to be discovered. These volcanic lakes that are situated 1,690 m above sea. The first and second lake are located next to each other while the third one is located 1.5km West of the two.

    Despite ever-changing colours and the varying colours amongst themselves, each lake has a usual tone: the westernmost lake, Tiwu ata Mbupu (Lake of Old People) is usually blue. Lake Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai (Lake of Young Men and Maidens) is typically green, and Tiwu Ata Polo (Bewitched or Enchanted Lake) is usually red. The two last ones are only separated by a crater wall. Local residents around Lake Kelimutu consider the lakes as a resting place for the departed souls. Mae, a god of the afterlife, will send those who died to different lakes depending on their merits in life. (Hence the lake's names). They believe that when the lake changes color, they must give offerings to the spirits of people who have died.

    Mount Kelimutu Lakes

    Best time to visit this fairy place?

    To make the best out of this fairy experience, you will have to catch the sunrise at Mount Kelimutu, with the most dramatic atmosphere. After you soak up the astonishing picture of the three colorful crater lakes in the sunshine, you can hike around the volcano before going back. The journey to the Kelimutu summit can be a bit tiring because of the fairly steep path but it is possible to climb up without a guide.

    The best time to visit the Kelimutu Lakes is during the dry season, which is May to September. The best months are July and August, when they will also be more crowded but you are likely to have clearer weather.

    Beautiful View on one of the Three Lakes of Kelimutu

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    We choose to work with people we know for years, all offering a high quality service on perfectly maintained Phinisi.

    All boats, Cabins & on-board furniture's have an authentic and sophisticated design, made with quality materials.


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    shared space, Lounge, Sun Deck, Restaurant will grant you a maximum comfort.

    You will also enjoy free access to kayaks and stand-up paddles (SUP) if you wish to explore the surrounding.
    Then it's up to you to chose if you want to enjoy a stunning sunset from the lounge with a fresh drink or from the SUP in the middle of pristine water.

    One of the most, if not the most important part of your cruise, The Crew. They all are experienced, they know when to be discreet and how to treat you well.

    Another important part of your journey, the Food., you will enjoy some great dishes cooked with love by some skilled chef. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, you will be delighted all day long. 


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     All cabins are equipped with Air conditioning and Private bathroom (ensuite). 
    Comfort: All cabins are equipped with Air conditioning and some cabins may have shared bathroom (Max 2 cabins).

    You should definitely consider the full charter option especially if you are planning this cruise with your family or friends. It will make the experience even more exceptional. As we offer a large choice of boat, no matter if you are 6, 10 or more than 12 we will find the best vessel according the standing you are expecting. From 1000$ per night in adventure standing, 2000$ per night in Comfort standing and from 3000$ in Luxury standing. Contact us for more informations.

    Not at all, beginners can do discover scuba diving during the cruise (let us know to arrange it)


    Open water certified divers or equivalent will have access to most of the dive sites, but to make the best of the cruise Advanced level and experience in drift dive is recommended. You can spend a few days with us in Bali before starting your cruise, by joining our Safari tour or to get your Advanced certification in one of our four dive centers, it will allow you to dive up to 30m depth, to join night dives and be more confident and comfortable while drift diving.

    For an even better training we recommend you to join the drift specialty in Nusa Lembongan.

    If you are more into Leisure, Yoga or Surfing, we can offer you some great cruise experience while practicing some of your favourite activities. Contact us for more informations.

    Indonesia spread over its more than 5000 km along the Equator which offers a tropical climate with only two season, dry & wet.

    Dry season is mainly from May to October Wet season from November to April.
    Keep in mind that Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago, so you can visit year-round as wet season won’t start in the same time in different places.

    Landscapes are also pretty different due to Tropical rainforest climate and Tropical savannah climate.

    Komodo: All year around
    North Komodo: April to December
    South Komodo: January to march
    Raja Ampat: October to May
    Banda Island: September to November
    Alor: May to November

    We do recommend you to bring your own gears if you already own it. If not it’s not a big deal, you can rent the full set onboard, some of our partners provide rental equipment for free, maximum you can expect another 60$ per day.
    As a reminder, every scuba diver should be equipped with: Wetsuite/BCD/Regulator set/Fins/Weight system/Dive computer/SMB/Torchlight/Compass.


    Nitrox tanks are available on most of the boats, please refer to the boat description.

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    Tipping from 5 to 10% of the cruise amount are expected, it express your satisfaction level. Tips are also an important income part for crew members.