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Down into Wenchi: the crater, the lake and the island

Trail Admin Aug 16, 2026 4 min read

A volcanic caldera with a lake in the bottom, hot springs at the shore and a monastery on the island. The walk down is easy. The walk out is not.

The descent

From the viewpoint the crater floor is 400 metres below you. The old mule path zigzags down and takes about ninety minutes at a comfortable pace.

Crossing the lake

Local boats take us to Kirkos monastery on the island. It is a short crossing and the water is very still in the morning.

The hot springs

On the far shore there are natural hot springs. Bring swimwear if you want to use them — most people do.

The climb out

This is the part to be honest about. Four hundred metres of ascent at altitude, in the afternoon, after a full day. It is entirely manageable, but it is not a stroll.

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