Kanawa Island
Who doesn’t know Labuan Bajo? This leading tourist destination in Indonesia has a friendly and cool environment that is very promising for travelers to stop in this place. One of the most famous places is Komodo National Park, in this national park tourists can see directly Komodo animals or also called the largest lizards in the world.
The East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) region has terrain that presents a vast expanse of sea water. There are several islands that you can visit, one of the idol of Kanawa Island. At first glance, the name is almost the same as the island in Sumbawa, West Nusa Tenggara (NTB), namely Kenewa Island, but it is indeed different. When you first set foot in Kanawa Island Pier, you will see a clear blue sea as clear as glass.
Even from the top of the pier can see small fish swimming as if to welcome tourists who come, besides that stretch of coral reefs that seem to invite tourists to swim. Kanawa Island has an area of 32 hectares serving presents a very charming natural scenery so that it looks like a private island.
White sand is very white and smooth, the sea water is very clear, and a small hill with brown grass makes anyone who sees it will fall in love. The beauty of the blue ocean, its white sand, and the beautiful coral reefs, make Kanawa Island often dubbed the ‘little paradise’.
The most appropriate activity done on Kanawa Island is snorkeling, but if you have diving permission, don’t miss the opportunity. Because the underwater scenery on Flores is really very attractive. Colorful fish and coral reefs that are home to fish are also beautiful to look at.
No wonder many foreign tourists come to Kanawa Island. Not only playing with water, another activity you can do is trekking to a small hill. From above there will be clearly seen the beautiful island of Kanawa. In addition, there will be many photo spots found on the hill.
Although trekking is quite difficult, it will pay off if it reaches the hill. This hilltop is also a favorite place for tourists who come to enjoy the sunset. Not only bungalows you can also spend the night by renting a tent on Kanawa Island.
When night falls try to see the sky filled with thousands of stars full of light. Because the electricity on this island only starts at 6pm until 11pm, then if it is past 11pm the island will only be illuminated from the starlight. It’s a beautiful and romantic scene.
TOURISM TIPS
- The island which is located around 15 kilometers or about 50 minutes drive from Labuan Bajo can be reached by using a motorized boat or speed boat. Boat rental prices for one way
- There is also a free shuttle boat facility from Labuan Bajo to Kanawa Island provided by the resort manager on Kanawa Island. The shuttle boat has a specified time to depart from Labuan Bajo to Kanawa Island at 12:00 WIT and return from Kanawa Island to Labuan Bajo at 08:00 CEST.
- The best time to visit this island is during the summer.
- Don’t forget to bring enough cash because this island is not facilitated with an ATM. Or at least bring something valuable that might be pawned if trapped.
- There are no shops or supermarkets in this area, so don’t forget to bring toiletries, food or snacks, medicines, mosquito repellent and reading books or other games to spend time in this place.
- Do not be surprised if the lights on Kanawa Island die when at 8 pm, because that is the way it is. But, this will be an exciting experience, because you can feel the sensation of seeing stars and moons clearly because this area will be pitch black without electricity.
AMENITIES
- Toilet
- There are beautiful cottages on Kanawa Island, cottages equipped with comfortable beds, white mosquito nets, there is also a swing bed flanked by two shady trees, the perfect choice.
- There are 14 bungalows which are divided into 2 classes namely, standard and deluxe in this area.
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