Mount Kaba

Mount Kaba is a stratovolcano in Pematang Danau with three distinct craters at its summit, reaching 1,940 meters high. The most striking feature is the Kawa Mati crater lake, which displays a bright green color from its dormant crater section.

The volcano erupted in 1833, when the crater lake breached its walls and sent mudflows down the slopes, affecting several villages below. This event marked one of the most significant disruptions in the mountain's volcanic history.

Local communities near Mount Kaba maintain traditional practices that reflect their connection to the volcanic landscape through generations.

Two routes reach the summit: a gravel path through plantation forest and a steeper jungle trail that needs local guides. Climbers should prepare for changing weather and wear sturdy footwear for either route.

The green crater lake gets its striking color from minerals and volcanic processes that shaped it over time. Visitors often overlook how the color shifts and changes depending on sunlight and the time of day.

Location: Pematang Danau

Made from material: andesite

GPS coordinates: -3.52000,102.62000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 20:00