Geosites & NatureTurquoise Crater

Kaolin Lake (Blue Crater / Danau Kaolin)

Air Raya, East Tanjung Pandan (10 mins from town center)

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Best Time to Visit: Morning

Kaolin Lake (Blue Crater / Danau Kaolin)

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Highlights & Heritage of Kaolin Lake (Blue Crater / Danau Kaolin)

Located in Air Raya Village, just 10 minutes east of downtown Tanjung Pandan, Kaolin Lake is a celebrated geological wonder of Belitung. Unlike volcanic sulphur crater lakes, Kaolin Lake water does not contain suffocating sulfuric odors and maintains a safe, non-corrosive composition. On bright sunny mornings, radiant sunlight reflects off the suspended white clay particles, creating a dazzling neon-turquoise glow that resembles a surreal winter wonderland under tropical skies.

Unmissable Highlights & Experiences:

Fluorescent neon-turquoise crater lake with striking contrast

Surreal chalk-white mineral terraces reminiscent of snowy dunes

No volcanic sulphur odors, making it exceptionally pleasant to visit

Prime location just 10 minutes from the airport and downtown hotels

Photography Tips & Recommended Angles

Wear vibrant pastel, terracotta, or emerald clothing to create high-contrast portrait shots against the snow-white clay.

Use the wooden viewing platform on the northern bank for an expansive panoramic capture of both crater pools.

Popular Traveler Activities

Landscape photographySurreal portrait sessionsGeological sightseeingTasting fresh local coconut water

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Guest Impressions at Kaolin Lake (Blue Crater / Danau Kaolin)

Real guest experiences and captured memories while exploring Kaolin Lake (Blue Crater / Danau Kaolin) with Nusataway.

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Google Reviews

Olivia Chandra

Medan·🧭 Solo Traveler

·18 Januari 2026

“Perpaduan warna air kawah toska muda dan bukit kaolin putihnya sangat kontras dan fotogenik! Tour guide Nusataway sangat telaten mencarikan sudut foto estetik yang tidak backlight. Sangat memuaskan!”

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Foto estetik berlatar kawah toska Danau Kaolin

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