Lake Poso (Indonesian: Danau Poso) is a lake in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, and the third-deepest lake in the Indonesia. The lake contains silver and yellow eels and two endemic fish species, Adrianichtys kruyti and Xenopoecilus poptae. The town of Pendolo is situated at the southern end of the lake, the town of Tentena is located at the northern end, while a number of smaller villages dot the shoreline.

 

The lake drains into the Poso River at Tentena, which flows into the Molucca Sea at the town of Poso. A park containing wild orchids is located near the village Bancea on the lake. As well the forests surrounding the lake still provide rare sightings of the anoa (dwarf buffalo) and the babirusa (literally,  pigdeer), a ruminant pig. These two endangered species are among a number of wildlife species found only on the island of Sulawesi.

 

Located in the cross position which connects The Trans Sulawesi route and also closely related with tourist resorts in Sulawesi : Toraja, Tentena, Bunaken (sea garden). Lake Poso is about 32320 ha, has tourism potentiality with its various kinds of fishes such as: Sidat, Gold fish etc.

 

 

 

Covering an area of 32,300 hectares and reaching 450m in depth, Lake Poso is the third largest lake in Indonesia. It is located 600m above sea level, so the evenings are pleasantly cool without being too cold. This area is also famous for wild orchids, especially on the western shores near Bancea.

 

The lake is surrounded by a magnificent forest view with crystal clear water for swimming and provides a perfect setting for outdoor lovers of all ages. Situated around the lake are several attractions namely : Bancea Orchid Garden, Saluopa Waterfall, Sulewana Waterfall, Pamona and Latea Caves and also the lake Poso Festival Ground.Lake Poso is accessible by car about 1.5 hours drive from Poso or a 7 hour drive from Palu Facilities available : hotel, cottage and restaurant.

 

These places have nice beaches and it’s a great area for water lovers. But it’s also nice for those travellers who like to walk in the tropical rainforests, coffee plantations or green rice fields.

 

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• Trekking to Bada Valley to see the magnificent Megalith
• Exploring the rain forrest of Lore Lindu National Park
• Checking the Wana Tribe at Morowali Nature Reserve
• Visit Toraja Land while The Culture Still Intact
• Explore the Underwater of exotic Togian islands
• Explore hidden Sulawesi with our Trans Sulawesi Package Tour

 

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