Indonesia | The famous Kawah Putih of Ciwidey, Bandung
Ciwidey is located 50 kilometers from the south of Bandung metropolis, home of the notorious sulfur lake in West Java in Indonesia – the Kawah Putih (the white crater). Positioned in the timberland right on an andesitic stratovolcano-Mount Patuha which erupted in the 12th century creating 2 craters, one is dry and on came the lake, the Kawah Putih. There has been no recorded eruption of Mount Patuha since 1600 so this area can be considered stable.
During the Dutch rule, this place was formerly a sulfur mining point but now in cease. The Indonesian forestry department took over the area in the 1900s to develop as a tourist point.
At the parking entrance, a strong smell of sulfur began. It may not be judicious for the sick, children, or pregnant because it may affect their health. However, it's recommended to wear a defensive mask, the strong smell of sulfur comes out when it rains,
If you have a breathing problem. Attesting that an unforgettable story back also that catcalls and the villagers avoid passing this crater lake for its strong smell and fear of affecting their health that started to fatal illness. sooner,
Notwithstanding, it can still enjoy the beauty of the Lake Crater through the overlooking view sundeck near the parking area.
If you’re suitable to tolerate the smell you can descend directly into the crater lake by stairs. Then, you'll find a manmade ground going to the center which you can capture your stylish shot with the light wanton color background of water and the beach covered with sulfur appearing as white.
Guests are not allowed to play or swim in the water. This lake has a high position of sulfur, enough for the hisses flying over this lake to end their life.
- Opening Hours-7am-5 pm
- Ticket (pay in cash only in Rupiahs)
- Rp20,000 for Indonesian
- Rp50,000 for outlanders
- Parking Figure
- Rp6,000 outside the entrance gate
- Rp150,000 parking near the crater
- Shuttle service for rental
- Rp35, per person
- Bring cash they're not accepting cards
Flights are available from Yogyakarta, Bali, and Jakarta going to Bandung ( Husein Sastranegara International Airport)
Bandung is also accessible by train from Yogyakarta and Semarang in Central Java. Just reserved a train ticket online bound for Bandung.
- travel time from Yogyakarta - 12-hours
- travel time from Semarang - 8-hours
If you're using a private car, take the Cipularang Toll then, exit in Pasteur Tollgate. travel time less than 3 hours lift including the traffic jam. I encouraged you to use google maps or Waze for easier navigation.
From the megacity center of Bandung (for commuters)
Catch up a public transportation, or; bespoke a Grab or GoJek online to reach Ciwidey / Kawah Putih. Passage time is lesser than an hour's lift. At Ciwidey, you can hire a Bus/ motorcycle or bespoke a Grab/ GoJek hack online (can choose Car or motorcycle)
For the smart way, Explore Bandung by booking a Travel Tour online; easier, and handier
