A day tour to Rangko Cave (Goa Rangko) from Labuan Bajo is one of the best mainland adventures you can take. Famous for its crystal-clear, turquoise saltwater pool, the cave allows you to effortlessly float due to its high mineral concentration.
Day Tour Rangko Cave Highlight.
If you have a free day in Labuan Bajo, we highly recommend this tour. It combines three of the most popular attractions around the area into one perfect day trip.
Destinations you will visit:
- Batu Cermin Cave: Explore the famous “Mirror Rock” cave.
- Rangko Cave: Swim in a beautiful, hidden saltwater pool inside a cave.
- Bukit Silvia: Watch a breathtaking sunset from one of the best viewpoints in town.
🪞 Mirror Cave: Ancient Fossils & Light Beams
Located just 4 kilometers from Labuan Bajo town, this historic stone cavern is famous for its unique light effects and prehistoric remains.
💡 Pro Tip for Visitors: Plan your trip between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM. This morning window is when sunlight penetrates the narrow gaps in the cave roof, illuminating the wet stone to create a famous, mirror-like reflection. Inside, you will also spot clear marine fossils hidden in the cave walls.
🌊 Rangko Cave: The Hidden Blue Pool
Located 17 kilometers north of Labuan Bajo, this breathtaking sea cave features a secluded pool of crystal-clear saltwater. The high mineral levels make it easy and relaxing to float.
💡 Pro Tip for Visitors: Plan your visit between 12:00 PM and 3:30 PM. This is when the sun shines directly through the cave opening, illuminating the pool into a vibrant, glowing turquoise.
🌅 Sylvia Hill: The Ultimate 360° Sunset
Located just 15 to 20 minutes north of downtown Labuan Bajo near Waecicu Beach, this iconic spot is famous for its panoramic views of peninsula-shaped green hills and the ocean.
💡 Pro Tip for Visitors: Plan to arrive between 4:45 PM and 5:15 PM. This ensures you can easily hike to the top before the sun goes down, giving you the best seats to enjoy a spectacular display of pink, orange, and purple sunset skies.
Day Tour Rangko Cave itinerary.
- 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM: Mirror Cave (Goa Batu Cermin)
- Activity: Explore dark limestone tunnels to see prehistoric turtle and coral fossils embedded in the rock walls.
- The Highlight: Late morning is the optimal time to visit, as sunlight breaches the top crevices and reflects off the salt crystals to create a shimmering “mirror” effect
- 2:00 PM – 01:30 PM: Lunch Break
- Activity: Head back down to town to enjoy a local Indonesian or seafood lunch before heading north
- 01:30 PM – 04:30 PM: Rangko Cave (Goa Rangko)
- Activity: Drive 45 minutes to Rangko Village, hop on a local outrigger boat for 15 minutes, and take a quick walk to the cave mouth.
- The Highlight: Swim and float in the bright turquoise saltwater pool, completely illuminated by peak afternoon sunlight.
- 05:00 PM – 06:30 PM: Sunset at Sylvia Hill (Bukit Sylvia)
- Activity: A brief, moderate 10-minute hike up the grassy ridges.
- The Highlight: Enjoy a spectacular 360-degree sunset over the rolling “Teletubbies” hills and the scattered islands of the Komodo archipelago.
Price per person in IDR.
- IDR 1.500.000/ person ( minimum 2 persons to book the tour ).
- IDR 950.000/ person ( minimum 4 people to book this tour )
- IDR 800.000/ person ( minimum 6 people to book this tour )
Note: This is a private tour, the schedule can be flexible.
Includes:
- Pick up and drop off from the hotel – private car ( INOVA )
- Mineral water
- English-speaking guide
- Local Guide
- Entrance fee for Mirror Cave and Rangko Cave
- Private traditional boat to Rangko Cave
Exclude:
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Insurance
How to book Day tour Rangko Cave.
- To book the trips, you can email or WhatsApp to check the available dates.
- You will receive a confirmation by WhatsApp or email for your booking.
- Secure your tour booking by sending a deposit to our PayPal or Bank account.
- You need to pay the balance in cash upon arrival.
- Book your hotel in Labuan Bajo.
Term of Payment:
- You can make a deposit payment using our bank account or PayPal.
- We are not responsible for any taxes.
- You must pay the balance in cash upon arrival.
Cancellation policy:
- A full refund for cancellations made up to 7 days.
- A 50% charge applies for cancellations within 5 days.
- A full charge is applicable for cancellations within 48 hours.
- We are not responsible for flight or luggage delays.
Important Tips for This Day Trip
- Bring a Change of Clothes: You will get wet swimming at Rangko Cave. Pack a dry set of clothes for the final sunset hike so you aren’t cold or uncomfortable.
- Safety Gear: Helmets and flashlights are usually provided at Mirror Cave. However, bringing your own water shoes is highly recommended for navigating the slick rocks inside Rangko Cave.