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Flores′ natural wonder and one of Indonesia′s most mysterious and dramatic sights is
Mount Kelimutu. The summit of the compound 1639-m-high Kelimutu volcano is some 66 km from Ende,
or 83 km from Maumere. It offers a unique and spectacular
view on its three crater lakes with their respective colours. However, the colours have changed
continually since the eruption of Mount Iya in 1969. The colour changing is explained by chemical reaction
of minerals contained triggered in the lake by volcano gas activity.
The surrounding villages offer good places, which may serve as bases for visits to Kelimutu,
particularly for those who wish to have a more leisurely pace and enjoy the views along the road
between Ende and Maumere, or spend more time at Kelimutu. Those little villages are also known for
their excellent weaving, which still use natural dyes.
Kelimutu can best be reached via a domestic flight to the city of Ende in Flores. Then head to Wolowana bus terminal, which
is located at the end of Jl Gatot Subroto, 4 km from the town centre. From there regular bus services start to Moni.
One trip costs about Rp. 15,000 and lasts for 2 hours.
Alternatively, Moni can also be reached by bus from Maumere. You should plan with 4 hours for this tour.
Jl Ahmad Yani, Ende
Phone: +0381 21695
Very well run budget hotel. Rooms are small but tidy and staff provides useful travel information.
Located at the highway in Moni
Simple but clean rooms. The rooms upstairs are the better choice.
Find your accomodation in Indonesia by checking our hotel recommendations. You might get additional information on culture and attractions of Indonesia by trying on of the suggested books and guides. If you have special questions on a particular tour or trip, don't hesitate to contact one of the tour operators. We wish you a pleasant stay on our site, and maybe we once meet in Indonesia: the land of natural attractions and cultural diversity.
