Nature · Buleleng
Lake Buyan
Busy 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM Found on Google Maps 9 Oct 2026
Lake Buyan (Danau Buyan) is the second largest of Bali's three high-altitude volcanic caldera lakes, situated at roughly 1,210 meters above sea level in Pancasari village within the scenic Bedugul highland region of Buleleng. Along with neighboring Lake Tamblingan, it forms the celebrated "Twin Lakes" (Danau Kembar), separated only by a narrow rainforest ridge. Surrounded by mist-shrouded volcanic hills and lush montane evergreen forests, Lake Buyan remains remarkably peaceful and preserved from motorized water sports. The tranquil lake basin is encircled by strawberry farms, vegetable plantations, and shaded shores that host dedicated lakeside campgrounds, offering visitors a refreshing mountain escape characterized by crisp alpine breezes and glass-calm waters reflecting dramatic cloudscapes.
Insider tips
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Lakeside Camping Experience. Pitch a tent at the official Bumi Perkemahan Danau Buyan camping ground along the southern shoreline; bring cold-weather sleeping gear as nocturnal temperatures regularly drop below 15°C.
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Wanagiri Panoramic Viewpoint. Pull over along the elevated Jalan Raya Wanagiri ridge road above the lake for stunning aerial photo opportunities capturing the vast crater lake framed by mist and towering tropical trees.
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Traditional Canoe Fishing. Rent an unmotorized wooden canoe from local fishermen near the docks to glide silently through quiet lotus beds and fish for freshwater tilapia (ikan mujair) in complete serenity.
Good to know
- Admission & Camping Permits
- Day visitors pay a nominal recreation fee of approximately Rp 10,000 to Rp 20,000 per person, while overnight camping permits cost Rp 25,000 to Rp 35,000 per person; basic tents and firewood are available for rent on-site.
- Climate & What to Bring
- Mountain weather changes rapidly with sudden mist, fog, and afternoon rain showers; pack warm layered fleece clothing, a windproof waterproof jacket, and sturdy walking shoes.
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