Komodo Island 🇮🇩: Where Earth Meets the Dreamscape

🧡 Discover the magic of Komodo Island as you sail through crystal-clear waters, unwind on secluded beaches, encounter the legendary Komodo dragons up close, and snorkel among vibrant coral reefs—all with your 2-year-old by your side, creating unforgettable memories together 🧡 📍 Best route to Labuan Bajo ✈️ For most travellers, the easiest way to get to Labuan Bajo is to fly—either from Bali or Jakarta—into Komodo International Airport (LBJ). 🚖 Airport to Town Centre & Getting Around From LBJ airport to Labuan Bajo town: Taxi: ~15–20 min, 50,000–100,000 IDR ✅ Pro Tips: 🛥️ to visit Komodo National Park, book a boat tour (shared speedboat or private phinisi yacht) in advance 🏝️ Arrange your island-hopping tours early, especially to Komodo, Rinca, Padar, or Pink Beach 🏨 Loccal Collection Hotel for a Santorini look alike accomodation 🥰 💰Bring cash in IDR—many smaller vendors and services don’t accept cards. ☀️ Gear up with sun protection, sturdy footwear, and seasickness meds if you plan boat tours. ❤️🔥🤩 Labuan Bajo Highlights: Once a quiet fishing village, Labuan Bajo is now a vibrant coastal town and the gateway to the breathtaking Komodo National Park. It’s best known for: 1️⃣ 🐉 Komodo Dragons: See the world’s largest lizards in their natural habitat on Komodo or Rinca Island. 2️⃣ 🌊 Island-Hopping & Sailing: Cruise by private boat or phinisi to Padar Island, Pink Beach, and beyond. 3️⃣ 🐠 Snorkeling & Diving: Explore world-class dive sites teeming with manta rays, sea turtles, and coral gardens. 4️⃣ 🌅 Sunset Views Witness unforgettable sunsets from scenic spots like Bukit Amelia or the deck of your boat, with the ocean glowing in golden hues. As the sky darkens, watch in awe as millions of bats 🦇 take flight from Kalong Island, creating a dramatic silhouette against the twilight sky. 5️⃣ 🛶 Traditional Phinisi Boats: Sail in style and comfort on wooden yachts with full crew and amenities. 6️⃣ 🌿 Cultural & Nature Encounters: Visit local villages, waterfalls (like Cunca Wulang), or explore Flores inland. 7️⃣ ✴️ On our final morning, we woke early for one last adventure: snorkeling or diving at Taka Makassar, a stunning sandbar encircled by vibrant coral reefs. It’s one of the best places to spot colorful tropical fish 🐠 and graceful sea turtles 🐢—a perfect way to end the journey. 💯I hope this review inspires you to discover the breathtaking beauty of Labuan Bajo, Flores.