Labuan Bajo Local Culture: Manggarai Traditions, Food, and Village Life
Labuan Bajo sits at the heart of Manggarai country. Here is an introduction to the local culture, traditional food, ceremonial customs, and what to know before visiting local villages.
Sunset Bars and Evening Things to Do in Labuan Bajo
After a day on the water, Labuan Bajo has good options for sundowners, seafood, night markets, and evening strolls. Here is where to go when the boat docks.
Wae Rebo Village: Day Trip or Overnight Stay?
Wae Rebo is a remote traditional village in the Flores highlands, a 4–5 hour drive and 2–3 hour trek from Labuan Bajo. Here is the honest case for staying overnight rather than rushing a day trip.
Rangko Cave: The Hidden Underground Lake Worth the Detour
Rangko Cave is an underground lake reached by a short boat ride from Rangko Village, about 20 km from Labuan Bajo. Here is how to visit and what to expect inside.
Cunca Wulang Waterfall: How to Visit from Labuan Bajo
Cunca Wulang is a hidden limestone canyon with swimming holes and cliff jumps, about an hour from Labuan Bajo. Here is how to get there and what to expect.
Day Trips from Labuan Bajo on Land (That Are Not the Komodo Boat)
There is more to do around Labuan Bajo than boat trips. Waterfalls, caves, hilltop viewpoints, and weaving villages are all within a day trip of town.