Labuan Bajo Day Tour: Melo Village, Batu Cermin & Rangko Caves, Sunset at Sylvia Hill
Duration
daily
Max Group Size
30
Departure Type
Scheduled
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Physical level
easy
Operated In
English
About this tour
Discover the highlights of Labuan Bajo in one day with this exciting open trip combining local culture, natural attractions, scenic viewpoints, and coastal experiences.
Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up in Labuan Bajo before visiting Melo Traditional Village, where you can learn about the culture, traditions, and daily life of the local Manggarai community.
Continue to Batu Cermin Cave, one of Labuan Bajo’s most fascinating natural attractions. Explore the cave with a local guide and discover its unique limestone formations, natural light reflections, and geological features.
After some free time for lunch at your own expense, continue to Rangko Cave. Travel by local boat and explore this hidden limestone cave, famous for its clear natural saltwater pool and peaceful surroundings.
Later in the afternoon, visit Sylvia Hill, one of the most popular viewpoints in Labuan Bajo. Enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding islands, coastline, and turquoise waters, especially during sunset.
Before returning to your hotel, stop at a local souvenir shop and continue to Kampung Ujung, a well-known seafood dining area where you can enjoy dinner at your own expense.
This full-day Labuan Bajo city and nature tour includes hotel transfers, selected entrance fees, a guided visit to Batu Cermin Cave, and round-trip boat transportation to Rangko Cave, offering a convenient way to experience some of Labuan Bajo’s most iconic landmarks in a single day.
Route
- 1Labuan BajoAsiaIndonesiaStart
- 2Melo VillageAsiaIndonesia
- 3Batu CerminAsiaIndonesia
- 4Rangko CaveAsiaIndonesia
- 5Sylvia HillAsiaIndonesia
- 6Labuan BajoAsiaIndonesiaEnd
What makes this tour special
Itinerary
08:00 AM – Hotel Pick-Up
Meet your driver at your hotel in Labuan Bajo and begin your full-day adventure. Please be ready in the hotel lobby approximately 10 minutes before departure.
08:30 AM – Melo Traditional Village
Visit Melo Traditional Village, home to the local Manggarai community. Discover the village's traditional way of life, local culture, and authentic atmosphere while enjoying the surrounding countryside and beautiful Flores landscapes.
09:45 AM – Depart for Batu Cermin Cave
Continue your journey towards Batu Cermin Cave.
10:15 AM – Batu Cermin Cave Exploration
Explore Batu Cermin Cave with a local guide. Discover its fascinating limestone formations and learn about the cave's history and unique geological features. Allow approximately 1–1.5 hours for the visit.
11:45 AM – Lunch Break
Enjoy free time for lunch at a local restaurant. Lunch is at your own expense.
12:45 PM – Transfer to Rangko Area
Continue towards the departure point for Rangko Cave. Prepare for the next part of your adventure by local boat.
01:30 PM – Local Boat to Rangko Cave
Board a local boat for a scenic journey towards Rangko Cave, passing through the beautiful coastal waters around Labuan Bajo.
02:00 PM – Rangko Cave
Discover the spectacular hidden Rangko Cave, famous for its crystal-clear natural saltwater pool surrounded by dramatic limestone formations. Enjoy time to swim, relax, take photos, and experience this unique natural attraction.
03:30 PM – Return by Local Boat
Board the boat and return to the mainland.
04:00 PM – Continue to Sylvia Hill
Travel back towards Labuan Bajo and continue to Sylvia Hill, one of the area's popular viewpoints.
04:30 PM – Sylvia Hill Sunset Experience
Climb to the viewpoint and enjoy panoramic views of Labuan Bajo's coastline, surrounding islands, and turquoise waters. Relax and capture memorable photographs as the sun begins to set.
05:45 PM – Local Souvenir Shopping
Stop at a local souvenir shop where you can browse and purchase Flores handicrafts, snacks, coffee, and other local products.
06:30 PM – Dinner at Kampung Ujung
End your sightseeing day at the popular Kampung Ujung seafood area. Enjoy a selection of fresh local seafood and Indonesian dishes. Dinner is at your own expense.
07:30 PM – Return to Hotel
After dinner, transfer back to your hotel in Labuan Bajo.
08:00 PM – Tour Ends
Arrive back at your hotel, marking the end of your memorable Labuan Bajo day tour.
Trip includes
Included
Driver cum guide
Guiding Method
Fully guided
EnglishPhoto with traditional clothes in Melo Village
Entrance fees
Local boat to Rangko Cave
Snorkeling equipment
Life jacket
First aid kit
Photo documentation
Excluded
Voluntary donation at Melo Traditional Village
Voluntary driver tip
Voluntary driver's meals
Personal expenses
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