Get to Know More about Batu Cermin Cave in Labuan Bajo!

Have you ever visited Labuan Bajo? If you haven’t, you should put this destination on your bucket list, t-mates! There are so many amazing things you can do in this little town in East Nusa Tenggara, such as exploring the Komodo Island and witnessing the majestic underwater world.

If you are still looking for another adventure, here is an idea for you. You can go exploring Batu Cermin Cave, which a thousand years ago was presumed to be underwater. Whoa, don’t you feel curious what you can find inside this cave?

Let’s get to know more about Batu Cermin Cave! We have prepared all the necessary information for you, starting from how to get to this destination as well as things you can do there. Now all you need to do is just relax and read along this article. Enjoy!

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Take a Peek at the Charm of Batu Cermin Cave!

Batu Cermin Cave is a 19 hectare and 75 meters high cave situated in Wae Sambi, Labuan Bajo. It is named ‘batu cermin’ or ‘mirror stone’ because the walls can reflect the sunlight which gets in the cave, just like a mirror.

The discovery of this cave was done by a Dutch archaeologist, Theodore Verhoeven in 1951. He believes that the cave was formed a million of years ago and originally was situated under the sea, as it contains a lot of salt and has some ancient sea creature fossils inside.

What is more interesting is that you don’t need to have special skills, such as abseil caving to explore this cave, as the path along Batu Cermin Cave has been made relatively accessible for everyone. Yeay!

How to Get There

This cave is located in the heart of Labuan Bajo, and can be easily accessed by private car or motorcycle. From the Komodo International Airport, the journey even takes only 10-15 minutes, so visiting this destination straight away after you land in Labuan Bajo is a good idea.

To make your journey hassle-free and more convenient, you can rent a car through tiket.com. There are various choices of cars available to drive you around Labuan Bajo. So simple, right? 

Let’s Begin Our Journey Inside Batu Cermin Cave

Now let’s begin our journey inside Batu Cermin Cave. The distance from the parking area to the entrance of the cave is around 300 meters. To go inside, visitors must be accompanied by a tour guide who will show the way inside as well as explaining more about the history and the current condition of the cave.

Each tour usually lasts for a few hours and the maximum number of visitors in one group is 10 persons. This limitation is carried out to make sure that there will be enough space for everyone in the cave.

While waiting outside, you may encounter animals, such as monkeys and different types of birds in their real habitat. Don’t worry, t-mates! They are nice and won’t disturb you.

When it’s finally your turn to go inside, you will get a helmet that you should wear to protect your head. Besides that, you are also encouraged to turn on your flashlight as there is no additional light inside other than natural sunlight.

Inside the cave, you will get to see the beautiful stalactites and stalagmites, and some bats hanging on the cave walls. Then you will also find the fossils of sea creatures, such as coral reefs and sea turtles. No more reasons to not believe that this cave was originally underwater!

However, if any of you still didn’t believe that fact, here is a fun thing you can do. Try to scream inside the cave and see if your voice will echo or not.

Usually, your voice will be echoed when you’re talking in a cave, but not in Batu Cermin Cave. It is because this cave is full of coral reefs, which cannot produce any echoes. Dare to try?

Check Out These Things to Take Notes!

We can feel your excitement to be the cave explorer, t-mates! Before you begin your journey, here are things to take notes.

First of all, it is always a good idea to wear something comfortable and bring less stuff inside the cave. A combination of T-shirt, pants, trekking shoes and backpack to carry your stuff is totally perfect!

Then you also need to remember not to touch the stones or coral reefs inside the cave because they are still alive and growing. If they are touched by humans for too many times, they will lose their salt particles and stop growing. We are sure you don’t want this to happen, so let’s keep our hands to protect them!

Accommodations Near Batu Cermin Cave

1. AYANA Komodo Resort

AYANA Komodo Resort is one of the nearest accommodations to Batu Cermin Cave, as it is only around 5 kilometers away. Situated in the area of Waecicu beach, this 5-star luxury resort is the perfect choice for those of you who are looking for comfort and relaxation.

The luxury nuance will be felt instantly once you enter your room. You will find a very comfortable bed as well as a large window and a balcony for you to see the panoramic views of the sparkling ocean and neighboring lush islands. Just imagine waking up with this kind of view!

During your stay here, don’t miss the opportunity to enjoy this resort’s facilities, t-mates! AYANA Komodo Resort has a very special infinity pool, in-house spa center, fitness center, rooftop bar, kids club, and also several restaurants with a wide selection of cuisines from all over the world. 

2. Inaya Bay Komodo

Another accommodation that is near Batu Cermin Cave is Inaya Bay Komodo. This 5-star hotel is located within the area of Pede Beach which has many restaurants and cafes in the surrounding.

Furthermore, it is only a stone’s throw away from other tourist attractions, such as Wae Rana Beach and Kampung Ujung Beach.

Other than its strategic locations, another plus point about this hotel is definitely their rooms and facilities.

All rooms are furnished in a modern design and completed with comfortable bed(s), free Wi-Fi, coffee and tea making facilities, free toiletries, a minibar, and a flat screen TV. In addition, some rooms also have a private balcony with a majestic sea view. 

If your room has no direct view to the sea, no worries! You can still enjoy the beauty of Labuan Bajo’s nature while swimming in their wide infinity pool or exercising in the fitness center. Isn’t it amazing?

When you need something that can make you more relaxed, remember that you are always welcome to get the best treatment in their spa center. 

Ready for an Adventure in Batu Cermin Cave?

Exploring Batu Cermin Cave is definitely an experience you shouldn’t miss when you are in Labuan Bajo. The best visiting time is usually between June to August or during the dry season, so that you don’t have to worry about the muddy and slippery path along the cave.

Already have a wish to go to Labuan Bajo? Now it’s time to turn it into reality, t-mates! Plan your trip, get your flight tickets and book your accommodation only at tiket.com, and let’s have an unforgettable adventure in Labuan Bajo!

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