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Tips, guides & travel inspiration.

Articles by the Bajo Rental team — Labuan Bajo locals since 2019.

Rana Mese Lake: Hidden Paradise in East Nusa TenggaraDestinations

Rana Mese Lake: Hidden Paradise in East Nusa Tenggara

Rana Mese Lake in East Manggarai, Flores sits at 1,200m elevation — a crystal-clear highland lake surrounded by tropical forest and local legend.

Bajo Rental Team·July 22, 2025
Ruteng Nature Forest: Hiking & Bird Watching in Flores, NTTDestinations

Ruteng Nature Forest: Hiking & Bird Watching in Flores, NTT

Ruteng Nature Forest in Manggarai, Flores offers trekking, endemic bird watching, and rare orchids — a must-visit NTT escape beyond the beach.

Bajo Rental Team·July 22, 2025
Best Breakfast Spots in Kupang: Local Foods Worth TryingCulture

Best Breakfast Spots in Kupang: Local Foods Worth Trying

Discover the best breakfast spots in Kupang, NTT — from hearty Jagung Bose to local cafes. Prices from Rp50,000. Perfect for travelers heading to Labuan Bajo.

Bajo Rental Team·July 22, 2025
Self-Drive Car Rental in Labuan Bajo: Prices & TipsRental Tips

Self-Drive Car Rental in Labuan Bajo: Prices & Tips

Rent a self-drive car in Labuan Bajo with Bajo Rental from as low as listed rates. Explore freely with a Daihatsu Xenia — no driver needed.

Bajo Rental Team·July 20, 2025
Sade Traditional Village Lombok: The Enchanting Thatched-Roof Sasak VillageCulture

Sade Traditional Village Lombok: The Enchanting Thatched-Roof Sasak Village

Discover Sade Village in Lombok, a living Sasak cultural treasure with iconic thatched-roof homes that preserve ancient traditions amid modern Indonesia.

Bajo Rental Team·July 17, 2025
Boat Guide

Best Phinisi Boats for 10 People in Labuan Bajo

Best Phinisi boats for 10 people in Labuan Bajo: Prana Yacht, Helena Liveaboard & Lamborajo 1. Compare cabins, facilities & book your Komodo sailing trip.

Bajo Rental Team·July 16, 2025
Oetune & Kolbano Beach: Two Exotic Gems of East Nusa TenggaraDestinations

Oetune & Kolbano Beach: Two Exotic Gems of East Nusa Tenggara

Oetune Beach dazzles with Sahara-like sand dunes; Kolbano stuns with colorful semi-precious stones. Two wild, exotic beaches in East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.

Bajo Rental Team·July 15, 2025
Sunset Diving in Selayar Island: Worth the Plunge?Destinations

Sunset Diving in Selayar Island: Worth the Plunge?

Selayar Island in South Sulawesi offers world-class diving and breathtaking sunset views — here's what to expect and how to get there.

Bajo Rental Team·July 15, 2025
How to Get to Menjangan Island from Bali: Routes & Budget GuideDestinations

How to Get to Menjangan Island from Bali: Routes & Budget Guide

Get to Menjangan Island from Bali via a 3–4hr drive to the pier, then a short boat ride. Snorkel gear from Rp65,000. Permit required.

Bajo Rental Team·July 15, 2025
Wayag Island Raja Ampat: The Magical Crown Jewel of PapuaDestinations

Wayag Island Raja Ampat: The Magical Crown Jewel of Papua

Wayag Island in Raja Ampat features dramatic karst peaks, crystal-clear seas, and world-class snorkeling — here's how to get there and what to expect.

Bajo Rental Team·June 29, 2025
Easy-Access Waterfalls in West Java Worth VisitingDestinations

Easy-Access Waterfalls in West Java Worth Visiting

Discover 5 easy-access waterfalls in West Java — from Bogor to Sukabumi — with entrance fees, locations, and tips for a perfect weekend escape.

Bajo Rental Team·June 10, 2025
Where to See Wild Elephants in Their Natural HabitatWildlife

Where to See Wild Elephants in Their Natural Habitat

Discover the best destinations in Indonesia to see wild Sumatran elephants, from Way Kambas to Gunung Leuser National Park.

Bajo Rental Team·June 9, 2025
Meet the Orangutan: Indonesia's Brilliant Forest GeniusWildlife

Meet the Orangutan: Indonesia's Brilliant Forest Genius

Orangutans share 97% of human DNA and live only in Borneo & Sumatra. Discover what makes them so intelligent and where to see them in the wild.

Bajo Rental Team·June 9, 2025
Lake Sentarum: Borneo's Magical Seasonal LakeDestinations

Lake Sentarum: Borneo's Magical Seasonal Lake

Lake Sentarum in West Kalimantan, Borneo, is Indonesia's rare seasonal lake that transforms dramatically between wet and dry seasons.

Bajo Rental Team·June 9, 2025
Best Beaches in West Java: Easy Getaways Near Major CitiesDestinations

Best Beaches in West Java: Easy Getaways Near Major Cities

West Java has beautiful beaches close to major cities — from Pangandaran's clear blue water to Jayanti's black sand. Here are 5 worth visiting.

Bajo Rental Team·June 7, 2025
Labuan Bajo Speedboat Day Trip: Islands in One DayBoat Guide

Labuan Bajo Speedboat Day Trip: Islands in One Day

Explore Padar Island, Pink Beach & Komodo in one day by speedboat. Labuan Bajo day trips are budget-friendly and perfect for tight schedules.

Bajo Rental Team·June 6, 2025
Semarang to Karimunjawa: Routes, Transport & Budget GuideTravel Planning

Semarang to Karimunjawa: Routes, Transport & Budget Guide

Travel from Semarang to Karimunjawa via Jepara port. One-way costs start from Rp232,000 using ferry or Rp360,000 via fast boat.

Bajo Rental Team·June 5, 2025
Regular Speedboat vs Wailuli: Which Should You Choose?Boat Guide

Regular Speedboat vs Wailuli: Which Should You Choose?

Wailuli Speedboat includes a tour guide, photographer, 8 stops & full facilities — here's how it compares to a regular speedboat in Labuan Bajo.

Bajo Rental Team·June 2, 2025
Mau Hau Brotherhood Hill in Sumba: A Hidden Gem Worth VisitingDestinations

Mau Hau Brotherhood Hill in Sumba: A Hidden Gem Worth Visiting

Mau Hau Brotherhood Hill in East Sumba offers terraced rice field views, WWII Japanese caves, and Waingapu panoramas — just 1.5 hrs from the city.

Bajo Rental Team·May 30, 2025
Hirumanu Waterfall: Hidden Paradise in East SumbaDestinations

Hirumanu Waterfall: Hidden Paradise in East Sumba

Hirumanu Waterfall in East Sumba is a stunning 70m natural waterfall with crystal-clear pools, just IDR 10,000 entry — a hidden paradise worth visiting.

Bajo Rental Team·May 27, 2025
Best Hiking Spots in NTT: Explore East Nusa Tenggara on FootDestinations

Best Hiking Spots in NTT: Explore East Nusa Tenggara on Foot

Discover the best hiking spots in East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) — from sacred Gunung Mutis to beginner-friendly Gunung Fatuleu and the Jurassic landscapes of Pulau Mules.

Bajo Rental Team·May 15, 2025
Origins of NTT Woven Fabric: Celebrate Traditional TextilesCulture

Origins of NTT Woven Fabric: Celebrate Traditional Textiles

NTT woven fabric (kain tenun) dates back 3,500 years and remains Eastern Indonesia's most iconic souvenir. Discover its history, how it's made, and where to buy it.

Bajo Rental Team·May 13, 2025
Sulphurea Hill: Home of Yellow-Crested Cockatoos on Komodo IslandWildlife

Sulphurea Hill: Home of Yellow-Crested Cockatoos on Komodo Island

Sulphurea Hill on Komodo Island is a hidden trekking spot in Komodo National Park — home to rare Yellow-Crested Cockatoos and baby Komodo dragons.

Bajo Rental Team·May 7, 2025
Phinisi Catnazse: Luxury Liveaboard in Komodo IslandBoat Guide

Phinisi Catnazse: Luxury Liveaboard in Komodo Island

Phinisi Catnazse is a luxury liveaboard in Komodo Island, Labuan Bajo, with packages from IDR 4.9M/person and a stunning 3D2N sailing itinerary.

Bajo Rental Team·May 3, 2025
Komodo Dragon Habitats Beyond Komodo IslandWildlife

Komodo Dragon Habitats Beyond Komodo Island

Komodo dragons live beyond Komodo Island — find them on Rinca, Gili Motang, Golo Mori & northern Flores, all reachable from Labuan Bajo.

Bajo Rental Team·April 30, 2025
Ta'aktana Labuan Bajo: Luxury Resort With Maldives-Like VibesAccommodation

Ta'aktana Labuan Bajo: Luxury Resort With Maldives-Like Vibes

Ta'aktana Resort in Labuan Bajo offers Maldives-style luxury from IDR 5M/night, with ocean views, spa, pool, and easy access to Komodo National Park.

Bajo Rental Team·April 28, 2025
Traveling with a Toddler: Stress-Free Tips for FamiliesTravel Planning

Traveling with a Toddler: Stress-Free Tips for Families

Traveling with a toddler in Labuan Bajo? These stress-free tips cover packing, transport, and kid-friendly activities for a smooth family holiday.

Bajo Rental Team·April 28, 2025
Charter a Phinisi in Labuan Bajo: Narasea & Dream Ocean GuideBoat Guide

Charter a Phinisi in Labuan Bajo: Narasea & Dream Ocean Guide

Charter a phinisi in Labuan Bajo with Narasea (from IDR 34M) or Dream Ocean (from IDR 60M). 2D1N to 4D3N packages covering Komodo, Pink Beach & more.

Bajo Rental Team·April 12, 2025
3D2N Labuan Bajo Sailing Trip: Leticia Liveaboard Review & ItineraryBoat Guide

3D2N Labuan Bajo Sailing Trip: Leticia Liveaboard Review & Itinerary

Explore Labuan Bajo in 3 days 2 nights aboard Leticia Liveaboard — full itinerary, prices from IDR 5M, and top island stops covered.

Bajo Rental Team·March 10, 2025
Bali Spiritual Tourism: Connect With Nature's HarmonyDestinations

Bali Spiritual Tourism: Connect With Nature's Harmony

Bali's top spiritual destinations — from sacred temples and holy springs to sunrise hikes and yoga retreats — offer genuine peace and inner renewal.

Bajo Rental Team·March 9, 2025
Best Beaches in Lombok: Pink Beach to Tanjung AanDestinations

Best Beaches in Lombok: Pink Beach to Tanjung Aan

Lombok offers stunning beaches from pink-sand Pantai Tangsi to the pepper-soft shores of Tanjung Aan — here's your complete guide.

Bajo Rental Team·March 9, 2025
Motorbike Rental in Labuan Bajo: Tips to Avoid Getting ScammedRental Tips

Motorbike Rental in Labuan Bajo: Tips to Avoid Getting Scammed

Rent a motorbike in Labuan Bajo for Rp75,000–Rp150,000/day. Follow these tips to inspect, compare, and book safely — no scams, no stress.

Bajo Rental Team·March 4, 2025
Cheap Phinisi Boat Rental in Labuan Bajo: Booking TipsBoat Guide

Cheap Phinisi Boat Rental in Labuan Bajo: Booking Tips

Find affordable phinisi boat rentals in Labuan Bajo from Rp1.5M/person. Smart booking tips to sail Komodo without overpaying.

Bajo Rental Team·March 3, 2025
Best Hotels Near Komodo Airport: Where to Stay in Labuan BajoAccommodation

Best Hotels Near Komodo Airport: Where to Stay in Labuan Bajo

Find the best hotels near Komodo Airport in Labuan Bajo, from IDR 183,000/night. Compare top picks by location, facilities, and price.

Bajo Rental Team·February 22, 2025
Indonesia's Most Beautiful Savannas: Hidden Gems in NTT You Must VisitDestinations

Indonesia's Most Beautiful Savannas: Hidden Gems in NTT You Must Visit

Discover Indonesia's most stunning grasslands and savannas, including breathtaking spots in Nusa Tenggara Timur that rival New Zealand's landscapes.

Bajo Rental Team·February 19, 2025
Komodo vs Monitor Lizard: Key Differences ExplainedWildlife

Komodo vs Monitor Lizard: Key Differences Explained

Komodo dragons and monitor lizards aren't the same. Learn the key differences in size, habitat, and behavior before your Komodo trip.

Bajo Rental Team·February 10, 2025
Best Seafood Restaurants in Kupang: Fresh, Delicious & AffordableDestinations

Best Seafood Restaurants in Kupang: Fresh, Delicious & Affordable

Discover Kupang's top seafood spots serving fresh catches at unbeatable prices, from spicy rica-rica grouper to tangy sour soup.

Bajo Rental Team·February 7, 2025
How to Get from Lombok to Labuan Bajo: Routes & BudgetTravel Planning

How to Get from Lombok to Labuan Bajo: Routes & Budget

3 ways to travel from Lombok to Labuan Bajo: fly (6hrs, IDR 600K+), ferry (24hrs, IDR 236K), or bus+ferry. Find the best route for your budget.

Bajo Rental Team·February 7, 2025
Pink Beach Komodo Island: Labuan Bajo's Must-Visit ShoreDestinations

Pink Beach Komodo Island: Labuan Bajo's Must-Visit Shore

Pink Beach on Komodo Island, Labuan Bajo, features rare pink sand and world-class snorkeling inside Komodo National Park. Entry from IDR 10,000.

Bajo Rental Team·February 6, 2025
Best Budget Phinisi Boats Under 6 Million at Bajo RentalBoat Guide

Best Budget Phinisi Boats Under 6 Million at Bajo Rental

Sail Komodo from IDR 3.5M/pax. Bajo Rental's top budget phinisi picks — Bombana 2 & Blackbeard — with cabins, AC, and open trip packages.

Bajo Rental Team·February 1, 2025