The specter of inflated and soaring costs when traveling to Labuan Bajo can actually be ignored. The trick, reduce the cost of traveling by visiting tourist attractions for free.
Yep, don’t get me wrong, in this land which is famous for its natural carpets, there are still many beautiful places that can be visited for free. The panorama is no less charming, really. What are some examples?
1. Sylvia Hill
This hill used to have no name. However, since one of the property companies built a resort called Sylvia in this area, the hill was named Sylvia Hill.
People also know it as the Hill of Love. However, the true location of Bukit Cinta is not there. Bukit Cinta is located next to Sylvia Hill, whose land has now been used as an airport area.
On this hill, you can see golden sunrise at the same time sunset, because the panorama depicts a 360-degree landscape. You can also see the beautiful islands around Labuan Bajo.
Green mounds can also be freely seen, forming an expanse like the Teletubbies hill.
2. Labuan Bajo Harbor
Of course not just any port. Here you can see ships leaning quietly surrounded by clusters of Flores land that looks quasi-green.
At night, the lights glow beautifully, impressing the romantic city of Bajo. Many young people hang out joking with each other at night.
3. Fish Auction Place
The fish auction place is the opening tour of the day. That is, you have to come early in the morning to see the activities of the Flores people unloading fresh fish from the boat.
Various types of marine inhabitants can be found, ranging from small ones to tens of kilograms in size. Interesting to shoot portraits human interest.
4. Holy Spirit Church
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The majority of the population of Flores is Catholic. Everywhere you can find churches. Well, in Bajo, you can find the largest church, namely the Church of the Holy Spirit. The building is ancient and full of history. People can just take a history tour or take pictures here.
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5. Kelor Island
To enter Kelor Island, there is no need for a retribution fee. Even if you want camping here, people will be free.
But to get here you need a boat. Not too expensive, if only for a day, the ship from Tilong Harbor to Kelor is only pegged at IDR 600 thousand with a passenger capacity of seven people. No need to spend other costs, except for the ship.
6. Komodo Festival
Well, this festival is generally held from February to March. Here you can enjoy people traditional dancing or singing.
Understandably, the people of Flores have beautiful voices. There is no charge at all, why if you want to watch this festival. Generally, the stage is held in Batu Cermin Cave.
7. White Pier
This is the modern pier in Bajo. Recently there and built one of the hotel operators. However, people who do not stay overnight can enter and take pictures for free.
No need to worry about being evicted. Take photos comfortably, but don’t occasionally litter the place with trash.
Well, now you don’t need to be afraid to go to Labuan Bajo. Just calculate the expenses for hotels, flights and meals. It is also possible to ship to nearby islands.
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