Labuan Bajo town

Komodo & Flores (Labuan Bajo), Indonesia

The main gateway town, home to the harbour, most restaurants, and dive operators.

Places in Labuan Bajo town

Labuan Bajo harbourfront cafes Casual cafes along the harbour serving coffee before or after boat excursions.
Labuan Bajo harbour bars Bars along the harbour popular with divers and boat crews winding down after a day on the water.

Best time to visit: April to June and October to November offer good visibility for diving and comfortable temperatures for hiking, avoiding the peak dry-season crowds of July and August.
Getting around: Labuan Bajo town is walkable; boats are essential for reaching Komodo National Park, Padar Island, and the surrounding dive and snorkel sites.
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Language: Indonesian. English is spoken by guides and crews.
Timezone: WITA (UTC+8)
Current trends: New luxury resorts, including overwater-villa properties, are positioning Labuan Bajo as a high-end alternative to Bali, with several hotels actively showcasing Flores culture through art, architecture, and farm-to-table dining.

Waecicu Beach area — A quieter beach area outside the main town, home to several resort properties.
Komodo National Park — The protected island cluster home to the Komodo dragons, pink beaches, and premier dive sites.