Batu Cermin Cave (Mirror Rock) Tours and Activities
A popular attraction for visitors to Labuan Bajo on the Indonesian island of Flores, Batu Cermin (Mirror Rock) Cave takes its name from the light that shines through a small gap in the rock and bounces off its silica walls. Though it has some interesting marine fossils, stalactites, stalagmites, and bats, it’s the light effects that make this small cave special.
The Basics
There is a small fee for visiting Batu Cermin Cave, and for an additional small cost, independent travelers can hire a local guide (with flashlight) on-site. Labuan Bajo is the gateway to Komodo National Park, and some Komodo-based park tours stop at Batu Cermin Cave. Tour the cave with an expert guide to ensure that you get the timing right to experience the natural light show, which only happens at specific times of day.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Timing is essential at Batu Cermin Cave. If you visit at the wrong time of day, you’ll miss out on the full experience.
- There are no facilities on-site, so bring water (and snacks if you need them).
- If you’re not on a tour or planning to hire a local guide, bring a flashlight.
- The rocky terrain and ladder walkway on the approach to Batu Cermin Cave mean it is not wheelchair accessible.
How to Get There
Just 2.5 miles (4 kilometers) outside Labuan Bajo, Batu Cermin Cave makes for a pleasant walk. If you’re driving, turn left at the Wae Mata lights towards the police station; after the minimart, follow the junction with a sign for Jalan Batu Cermin. Virtually all tours that stop at Batu Cermin Cave include round-trip transportation.
When to Get There
The light effects that gave Mirror Rock its name and dazzle on Instagram happen only at very specific times, when rays of the sun shine through a natural hole and dance around the cave. To see them, you need to be at the cave on a clear day between roughly 9am and 10am, depending on the time of year.
The Caves of Flores
The island of Flores is riddled with limestone caves, some of which host impressive finds. The pristine sea cavern Rangko Cave, near Labuan Bajo, is a popular, out-of-the-way swimming hole. At Liang Bua Cave, near Ruteng, the remains of a group of miniature prehumans were discovered in the early 2000s. Named Homo floresiensis, they are known informally as Flores hobbits.
Address: Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia
8 Tours and Activities to Experience Batu Cermin Cave (Mirror Rock)
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3 days Komodo island Tour hopping around
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Recognized as one of the new 7 wonders of nature, Komodo National Park has gained the attention of citizens worldwide. As the gate of the most visited destination, Labuan Bajo in Flores Island, Indonesia, is about to glow, so its a must have to wrap in your Program of Indonesia trip. The westernmost city on the island, Flores is not only famous for Komodo dragons, but the manta rays, the undulating arid hills dominating secluded islands, gorgeous underwater world, and pristine waterfalls are just superb. We’ve picked out a list of things to do in and around Labuan Bajo so that you won’t miss out on anything!
*) we are not Fully Gurantee if you can enter this Komodo national park in 2020 due to this place will be closed for temporary by Indonesia Goverment , the date of closing is not decided yet . other alternative if Komodo national Park is Visit Rinca island with the same activities as komodo national Park
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2-Days Visit Komodo Dragon: A Wild Life Adventure from Bali Over Night at Hotel
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Our journey today is to see Komodo Dragon, the largest living lizard on earth lives on three Islands of Rinca, Padar & Komodo. Our private guide and the ranger will accompany you to discover the fantastic flora and fearsome fauna live on the Island.
Fly from Bali to the green Island of Flores, arrive at Labuan Bajo Airport and then transfer to the harbor for cruising to the Rinca Island to embark on an exhilarating hike. Here you go, see the wild Komodo Dragons and gain fascinating insight into their behavior and physiology from your naturalist guide.
Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters surrounding Bidadari Island to conclude your trip for the day before transfer to Labuan Bajo to overnight at Hotel. Visit a mirror stone cave called Batu Cermin, Local market and Panorama point the next day before catching up your flights for your next destination.
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Labuan Bajo In Depth
Labuan Bajo is a fishing town situated West of Flores. Being gateway home to some of the most awe-inspiring sites from captivating landscapes, dazzling mirror stone cave, house of secret swimming oasis to astonishing views of Amelia Sea view.
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Rangko Cave,Batu Cermin Cave & Amelia Sea View Hill Labuan Bajo Tour
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Flores is not only famous for Komodo dragons, but pristine Cave and gorgeous hill view are just superb. We’ve picked out a list of things to do in and around Labuan Bajo so that you won’t miss out on anything!
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3D/2N Dragon, Wildlife and Coral Gardens
Encounter the incredible Komodo dragons on their natural habitat Spend a day cruising the Flores Sea, stopping on Rinca and Komodo Islands to see the giant lizards in the wild.
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Labuan Bajo Culture Discovery
Explore the other side of Labuan Bajo, drive through winding road into the hills outside of Labuan Bajo to a tiny village known as Melo to discover the unique culture and their traditional whip dance
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7Days Komodo & Flores Tour. Price All Inclusive.
7Days 6Nights Explore Flores and Komodo gives you the time to really explore Flores Island from east to west. You will visit Kelimutu tri-colored volcanic lakes, Bena Megalithic Village, Wae Rebo Traditional Village, Komodo dragons as the ancient and the only living lizard in the world and much more. You will be accompany by our professional team.
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3 Days Komodo island Tour
Recognized as one of the new 7 wonders of nature, Komodo National Park has gained the attention of citizens worldwide. As the gate of the most visited destination, Labuan Bajo in Flores Island, Indonesia, is about to glow, so its a must have to wrap in your Program of Indonesia trip. The westernmost city on the island, Flores is not only famous for Komodo dragons, but the manta rays, the undulating arid hills dominating secluded islands, gorgeous underwater world, and pristine waterfalls are just superb. We’ve picked out a list of things to do in and around Labuan Bajo so that you won’t miss out on anything!
*) we are not Fully Gurantee if you can enter this Komodo national park in 2020 due to this place will be closed for temporary by Indonesia Goverment , the date of closing is not decided yet . other alternative if Komodo national Park is Visit Rinca island with the same activities as komodo national Park
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