komodo Flores Hiking and Trekking
November 26, 2007 - 5:21 am

The mainland area surrounding Labuan Bajo offers ample choice for soft adventure and nature lovers. Largely untouched by modern development and unknown to most tourists, this area is particularly inviting to active sports participants and those eager to discover the Flores rich variety of fauna and flora.

One of the world’s deepest crater lakes located at Sano Nggoang, West Flores.

General Information about the mainland surrounding Labuan Bajo:

* Suitable for the following sports activities:
o Trekking and hiking.
o Cycling and mountain biking.
o Horseback riding.
o River rafting, kayaking.
o Nature tours (primeval forests, bird watching).
* Numerous traditional villages all characterized by their shared open welcome extended to visitors.
* Still home to a large primeval forest area.
* Numerous hills for trekking that afford panoramic vistas at their summits.
* Largely untouched by modern development and tourism, West Flores offers “off the beaten track” tourism at its very best. A simple, traditional agricultural society populated by very friendly locals.


A short guide on what can you do in and around Labuan Bajo.
Labuan Bajo is the busy westernmost port city on the island of Flores. A small community set in a charming harbor surrounded by picturesque small islands, Labuan Bajo offers many diversions for those prepared to linger a while. The ‘’gateway’’ for diving and natural history explorations to nearby Komodo National Park, Labuan Bajo is also serves as a convenient pied à terre for excursions throughout the mainland of West Flores.

* Local Swimming opportunities:
o Pede Beach - a weekend excursion for local people 2 km south of Labuan Bajo.
o Binongko Beach - nice beaches for swimming, a picnic or for beachcombing hikes. Located 2 km to the northeast of Labuan Bajo.
o On the north side of Labuan Bajo are small beaches easily reached on foot or by bicycle from the city centre.
* Numerous natural trails suitable for hiking or mountain biking on the outskirts of the city.
* Good panoramic views from small restaurants and inns dotting the shore line of Labuan Bajo.

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komodo Flores Hiking and Trekking
[November 26, 2007 - 5:21 am]

The mainland area surrounding Labuan Bajo offers ample choice for soft adventure and nature lovers. Largely untouched by modern development and unknown to most tourists, this area is particularly inviting to active sports participants and those eager to discover the Flores... [read more]

The Economy of Indonesia Expands 6.5 Percent in 3r
[November 19, 2007 - 6:17 am]
The Jakarta Post News - Indonesia's economy expanded a faster-than-expected 6.5 percent in the third quarter from a year ago, the government said Thursday, its strongest quarter of growth since the Asian financial crisis 10 years ago.

Agricultural production was... [read more]

Flores Fantastic dive sites
[November 18, 2007 - 5:01 pm]

The Komodo National Park and its surrounding areas are home to one of the richest and most varied marine environments in world. More than 50 unique dive sites have been surveyed and mapped for park visitors.

General Information:
The Komodo... [read more]

Flores island local culture and tradition
[November 18, 2007 - 6:33 am]

Visit one of West Flores’ traditional villages to gain insights on local culture and the daily lives of local residents. Friendly and welcoming villagers are eager to share their traditions and folklore with international visitors.

General background information - Tado:
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Marine Organism
[November 16, 2007 - 6:10 pm]
CORAL REEFS
Coral reefs are a community of many different marine plants and animals, both living and dead. The first reefs developed about 400 million years ago, but modern reef have only existed for some 5 million years. The physical structure... [read more]

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