Labuhan Bajo

On the westernmost tip of the Island of , the town of , or also spelled Labuhan Bajo, sits peacefully a small fishing site with surprisingly comprehensive tourist facilities. The central logic for its wide range of amenities is the extraordinary interest of travelers to the existence of the

dragon, locally called ora, if not for its superb national park that encompasses some 80 islands.
To most travelers and to westerners who own many businesses here, the developing town is somehow favorable and even romantic. The view on wooden cottages with thatched roofs camouflaged by shrubberies and towering trees up in the sloping township, overlooking an idyllic harbour, make an evening conversation with traveling partners an unforgettable experience. For some adventurers,
can be an ideal getaway.

Get There

is accessible by air, land, and sea. Its favorable location on the Island of Flores and entry port to the Komodo islands make a potential growing destination, aside to its rich agricultural potentials.

By Air 

Flying to

is possible for the Komodo Airport is open for operation. Transnusa Airlines are directly connecting with several cities in Indonesia, such as: Denpasar, Kupang, Ende, and Mataram. With connecting flights,

is also connected with Kalabahi in Alor. It also connects with Bajawa, Sikka, Manggarai, and Larantuka via Ende, Kupang, Maumere, Ruteng, and Tambolaka. Please go to its website for more detailed flight schedules.

Overland

An overland trip across the Island of Flores is possible but costly, connecting

in the westernmost part to the renowned destinations in the eastern part. A bus from , Bali, would probably go to Mataram in . From there you are set to take a long overland adventure in the bus to Bima, Sumbawa. In Bima, you will resume the exhausting trip to Sape. As you kiss the land in Sape, you can take a ferry to  

.

By Sea

It is very convenient if you join one of the liveaboards serving Komodo and Flores. Many travelers come home satisfied after a week or longer on one of these around eastern Indonesia, as they get wise enough to choose the package, perfect timing, and best spots. Make sure the time of visit and weather condition fit one another. Never speculate on one aspect that will put you hapless.

Once every two weeks, Tilongkabila from PELNI is the ship cruising from Beno, Lembar, and Bima. It also crosses the Java Sea to Sulawesi’s east coast.Tatamailau from the same company plies Maumere, Timor, and West Papua.

To Stay

Puri Sari Beach Hotel

Jl. Pantai Pede,

, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara

Phone: +62 385 2443710

Mobile: +62 813-3989-8167

Situated at the western coast of

, 21 rooms of this hotel face a beautiful green garden, a scenery rarely found in hotels in . Featuring the unique combination of traditional Flores as well as modern touches, the hotel also comes with a swimming pool and a beautiful stretch of beach. The Putri Sari also provides various activities such as canoeing, fishing, and motorcycle rental. Room rates start at IDR800,000.