Kaolin Lake
Danau Kaolin
A turquoise lake formed by water collecting in a kaolin mine pit, framed by snow-white kaolin slopes. The scene is almost surreal.
Kaolin Lake formed when water collected in a pit left by kaolin mining. The water is a bright turquoise, surrounded by snow-white kaolin slopes. The strong color contrast has earned it the nickname “Belitung's Icelandic landscape.” The site has a viewing platform and wooden walkways, and entry costs roughly 10,000 to 20,000 rupiah. It lies about 5 km east of Tanjung Pandan, so it is convenient to visit on the way to or from the airport. Please do not swim: the lake water is fairly acidic, the white slopes are loose, and they become slippery after rain.
Opening hours
About 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Tanjung Pandan Town & Kong Djie Coffee
- Tanjung Pendam Beach
- Museum Tanjung Pandan
- Batu Mentas Tarsier Sanctuary
- Tanjung Kelayang Beach
- Burung Island
- Tanjung Tinggi Beach
- Kepayang Island