Labuan Bajo is a small, beautiful harbor on the westernmost tip of the island of Flores and is the gateway to the Komodo National Park (KNP) and other Flores island wonders. At sunset, Labuan Bajo offers a spectacular view as the islets overlooking the harbor silhouette dramatically creating a magical effect.
After Labuan Bajo we can witness Komodo Island which is the main tourist spot in East Nusa Tenggara. Ancient animals resembling giant lizards or Komodo dragons are the main icons holding this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Komodo dragons are the reason everyone visits Komodo Island. With the Latin name Varanus komodoensis, you only need to visit Komodo Island for less than a day.
Don’t worry that hunting Komodo dragons won’t take up much time because you’re going through it while looking at the lives of the people who inhabit the island. The advantages of visiting Komodo Island are now more attractive with other destinations around Komodo Island. You can choose tours in the water first or snorkel on Kambing Island and Kelor Island. Moreover, the ferry package now uses a Pinisi model ship which adds to the attractiveness and experience of water tourism. As a closing visit to Komoda Island, you can wait for the sun to set while watching the sight of thousands of bats flying from their nests.
How to Get to the Labuan Bajo Area
Airway
Air routes are still widely used via the Jakarta-Bali-Labuan Bajo route because they have to change to small planes. But now travelers can go directly to Labuan Bajo because Komodo Airport in Labuan Bajo has been inaugurated by President Joko Widodo.
Sea
One of the sea routes can be reached through the port of Tanjung Perak in Surabaya. Boats to Lombok are available although on a schedule only twice a week for the 20 hour journey to Lombok. If going through the Benoa Harbor Bali route, PELNI provides ships departing in the morning and evening,
Land Line
Taking the overland route to Labuan Bajo can be chosen with the final destination of the Bungurasih terminal in Surabaya. Furthermore, travelers can use sea facilities at the port of Tanjung Perak. Or continue the bus to Bali to Sumbawa Besar. Then connected with urban transportation to Bima. Arriving in Bima, cross the ship to Labuan Bajo.
TIPS
- Visiting Labuan Bajo should be around June – July because the weather is not too hot. The beauty of Labuan Bajo in June-July is also very beautiful
- During the dry season, Labuan Bajo is very hot. Bring protective sunblock cream, sunglasses and a hat in anticipation.
- Travelers should have prepared the time to choose the operator whose services will be used for the sailing trip, so they can choose the best one.