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Seeing the Komodo Dragons from Labuan Bajo
Members of the monitor family, Komodo dragons are undeniably the most dangerous lizards on Earth. A visit to either Komodo or Rinca Island can be arranged for a fee through your accommodation in Labuan Bajo. Alternatively and less-safe, you can negotiate and charter a small boat independently to one of the islands for around $40. The ocean currents swirling between the many island fragments will test the nerves of even experienced boat captains - not to mention the passengers!
While most tours visit the more popular and crowded Komodo Island, you have a far better chance of seeing Komodo dragons in the wild on Rinca where 1,300 of the world's 5,000 dragons call home. Some dive shops will arrange a visit to the island during surface time between dives.
Scuba Diving in Labuan Bajo
As warmer and cooler currents swirl at the convergence of the Indian and Pacific Oceans, the diversity of giant marine life in the Komodo National Park is astounding. Whales, mantas, dolphins, and sharks come to take advantage of the plankton-rich water; however, dangerous currents can challenge even experienced divers.In 2008, a group of divers was swept more than 20 miles from their dive site and was forced to fend off Komodo dragons overnight on Rinca Island until being rescued.
Labuan Bajo Accommodation
Tiny Labuan Bajo gets busy enough during the high season to make finding a room challenging. While some accommodation options are constructed on a prominent hill in town and have excellent views of the sea, most are barely a notch above squalor.The perpetually busy Gardena Hotel is a popular place for budget travelers. A gorgeous restaurant and bungalows with seaside views almost make the staff's inhospitable attitude worth tolerating! For travelers with the budget, the Jayakarta Suites is a recently opened luxury hotel with rooms for around $100 per night.
Kalong Island
Also known as, "Flying Fox Island," Kalong Island is around one hour from Labuan Bajo. Snorkeling packages often make stops here at dusk to witness swarms of giant fruit bats exiting caves at the same time - a sight that will make your skin crawl. Boats to Kalong Island can be booked for around $30.
Getting Around Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo is certainly small enough to explore on foot, however Bemos (minivans) and motorbike taxis are available. The tiny airport is located just outside of town; pickup trucks and Bemos shuttle people to and from the airport. One ATM, often out of cash, is available at the BNI Bank on Jalan Yos Sudarso. Rates for exchanging money are terrible; err on the safe side and bring enough cash before arriving in Labuan Bajo.
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