Recommended Natural Destinations in Labuan Bajo

Recommended Natural Destinations in Labuan Bajo – The beauty of Labuan Bajo certainly does not need to be doubted, this tourist destination is one of the destinations with the most tourists at this time.

Is Labuan Bajo included in your list of vacation destinations? This #WonderfulIndonesia tourist destination, which is located in the Komodo Island area, Flores, East Nusa Tenggara is common to the public, especially lovers of traveling because of its natural beauty that pampers the eyes. If you look at the photos, you will definitely go there too.

1. Goa Rangko (Rangko Cave)

Although it is still original, the stamp cave is very suitable to be your first destination in Labuan Bajo. It is located in Rangko Village, West Manggarai, East Nusa Tenggara, about 1 hour from Labuan Bajo.

Not just a cave, here there is a “swimming pool” which is a sweet surprise for tourists. So, you won’t just see cavities of rocks and stalactites in this cave. The blue water in this pool will spoil your eyes and get rid of your fatigue.

You can, you know, swim in the blue pool. The water in the pool is salt water that comes from sea water because the cave is directly connected to the sea.

To get here, you need to use a boat from a fisherman because the access is not too easy to pass.

2. Taka Makassar sand island

For those of you who want to hunt for beautiful scenery, it is really mandatory to visit Taka Makassar or a tiny sand island whose exotic scenery is no joke!

Even though it’s just sand, the blue sea waters that surround it don’t make it look boring. It’s just that, you can only visit here at low tide because this island will “disappear” when the tide is high.

Apart from playing sand, of course, you can also snorkel in the surrounding waters. The coral reefs in the sea will amaze you until you forget to go home!

3. Manta Point

Sea lovers and diving enthusiasts certainly shouldn’t miss snorkeling or diving at Manta Point. This spot is the most recommended place for diving because you can witness manta rays – protected marine animals – directly. Not only seeing, you can also interact with them, you know!

However, don’t rush to touch them when you start diving, OK. Usually guide divers will confirm the situation of these manta rays in advance. When they begin to recognize humans, guide divers will invite you to greet them. Relax, they are friendly animals, really!

4. Padar Island

Visiting the islands in the Komodo Island area must also be your agenda while on vacation to Labuan Bajo.

One of the islands that you shouldn’t miss is Padar Island, the third largest island in the Komodo Island area. Padar Island is still included in the Komodo National Park area, you know! So there is a protocol that you must adhere to when visiting it.

From the top of this hill you can see the vast and magnificent expanse of the ocean. The blue sea certainly makes it difficult for your eyes to blink because it is so beautiful. The breeze will add to the calm at the top. Padar Island is perfect for those of you who want to unwind.

5. Mangiatan Atol

Atolls are circular or ring-shaped coral islands surrounded by waters called a lagoon. If you are curious about what it looks like, try visiting Mangiatan atoll while on vacation to Labuan Bajo.

This coral island on Mangiatan Island is in the shape of a number 9 surrounded by blue sea water, so you don’t want to miss taking photos!