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Labuan Bajo
Labuan Bajo is a small harbor town on the western tip of Flores island, prized as the gateway to Komodo National Park's dragons, pink-sand beaches, and coral-rich diving grounds. Its working waterfront fills each dry season with wooden phinisi liveaboards preparing for multi-day island-hopping voyages.
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restaurant La Moringa: Where to Eat in Labuan Bajo (4.9★)
La Moringa is a well-rated, casual-but-polished restaurant on Jl. Trans Flores in Labuan Bajo, best for a relaxed dinner of Indonesian and international dishes after a day trip to Komodo National Park.
restaurant Taman Laut Handayani Seafood Restaurant: Where to Eat in Labuan Bajo
Taman Laut Handayani is a large, harborside seafood restaurant on Jl. Ande Bole in central Labuan Bajo, known for pick-your-own fresh catch grilled to order and sunset views over the bay.
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Frequently asked questions about Labuan Bajo
How do I get to Labuan Bajo?
There is no rail line or land/ferry link from Bali, so travellers arrive by air into Komodo International Airport (LBJ), reached via direct domestic flights of roughly ~1 to 1.5 hours from Bali's Denpasar hub, or ~2.5 hours from Jakarta. The airport sits only a few minutes by road from the town center and harbor.
How many days should I spend in Labuan Bajo?
Plan for ~3-4 days, enough time for a multi-day boat trip through Komodo National Park plus a day in town for diving prep or recovery.
What is Labuan Bajo known for?
Labuan Bajo is a small harbor town on the western tip of Flores island, prized as the gateway to Komodo National Park's dragons, pink-sand beaches, and coral-rich diving grounds. Its working waterfront fills each dry season with wooden phinisi liveaboards preparing for multi-day island-hopping voyages.