6 Most Popular Tourist Attractions in Labuan Bajo
Vacation to Labuan Bajo for tourists is a pleasant holiday. There are complete tourist attractions there, ranging from maritime to land. Labuan Bajo is an area that is included in the five super-priority tourist destinations of the Ministry of Tourism and the Indonesian Creative Economy. This destination also has an endemic animal habitat area, namely Komodo dragons, to be precise in Komodo National Park. Also read: For those of you who have never been to Labuan Bajo, here are some must-visit places.
Sunset on Bukit Cinta (Love Hill)
The first place you should visit is Bukit Cinta. This hill is also often referred to by the name of Silvia Hill. Tourists can see the natural beauty of Labuan Bajo which is located in an archipelago, with a hilly land. You simply climb this hill. Arriving at the top of the hill, you can see the landscape of the expanse of green hills. In addition to looking at the ocean, you can also see several hills that seem to be floating in the middle of the sea. The best time to come to Bukit Cinta is in the evening before sunset. That time is the best time to see the sunset of Bukit Cinta.
Giri Laba
Another tourist attraction in Labuan Bajo is Giri Laba, which has an interesting spot for photography. This place offers a panoramic view of nature that will amaze you. When you climb to the top of the hill, you can see a view in the form of a stretch of sea grading from light blue to dark blue.
In addition, you can clearly see how beautiful the hills in NTT are in the background. Try to come around 15.00 because the sun is still bright at that time, so you can get the best photos.
Snorkeling at Manjerite Island
Still included in the Komodo National Park, you can see the beauty of Labuan Bajo not only from the mainland. The natural beauty under the sea is also a tourist attraction.
You can visit Manjerite Island in Komodo TN to try snorkeling. The waters under this island are one of the best snorkeling spots. Beautiful ornamental fish and various coral reefs can also be seen directly under the island's sea.
Cunca Wulang Waterfall
If you want to play in the water besides snorkeling and diving in Labuan Bajo, you can visit Cunca Wulang Waterfall. Swimming is an interesting activity in this place, because the water is clear blue and feels fresh to be waded in. If you can't swim, you can enjoy the tour by sitting around relaxing or taking pictures beside the beautiful walls around Cunca Wulang Waterfall.
Cultural Tourism in Melo Village
One that should not be missed in Labuan Bajo is a cultural tour. You can visit Kampung Melo to see the culture in Labuan Bajo. Tourists will be welcomed by the Caci Dance (a typical Manggarai dance). This dance is played by the men of Melo Village. The men will wear hats and carry whips. The point is for demonstrations of attacking the dance opponent. Apart from that, the natural landscape in Kampung Melo is also beautiful. The typical village of East Nusa Tenggara with its traditional houses, clothes, and dances, makes you fascinated when visiting Melo Village.
Seeing Marine Animal Fossils at Batu Cermin Cave
Other tourist attractions in Labuan Bajo that you must visit are Batu Cermin Cave.
Batu Cermin Cave was discovered by a Dutch priest and archaeologist, Theodore Verhoven in 1951.
This place presents the fossils of marine animals that naturally exist on the walls of the cave. These walls seem to be a witness to history. This cave is located at the bottom of the sea. The origin of the name Batu Cermin Cave comes from one of the corners in the cave which has a hole in the roof. The roof is the entrance of the sun and at noon, the sun's light enters the rocks. The rocks also reflect the sun's light like a mirror. This is what makes the cave then called Goa Batu Cermin.
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