Special Edition, 2016

Special Edition, 2016

Developing Tourism for People’s Welfare

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Being the President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo provides fresh air to the development of tourism industry in the country. He puts tourism sector as one of the main sectors which must be improved. The effect of this policy is that the related ministries respond actively through various efforts so that more tourists come to Indonesia. It is not s surprise if branding and promotion becomes one of the most important aspects for the development of tourism in the country. Tourism Ministry in every national and international occasion continues promoting Indonesia. Local governments are also encouraged to prepare various activities and events to improve tourism industry as well as to attract more tourists to Indonesia. Bali with its uniqueness is still the prima donna of tourism industry in Indonesia. It also serves as a hub for tourist transfer to other area across the country. This is good news not only for local governments, but also for the society and tourism practitioners. Since the Tourism Ministry has taken the role of promotion, then how about East Nusa Tenggara? Indonesian people as well as tourism industry practitioners who have visited NTT such as Komodo, Flores, Timor, Sumba, Alor, Rote, Lembata or Sabu said that NTT is truly remarkable. Unfortunately, it has been sleeping for quite a long time in terms of tourism development. Synergy to develop tourism sector among the local governments and across islands is not well established yet. However has started to change now. Currently, society and the provincial government of NTT has begun encouraging tourism industry by taking various steps such as building networking to promote various tourist attractions and destinations and to attract more tourist to visit the province. Now we begin to see the active development of tourism sector in NTT. However, we should not forget that supporting infrastructure and qualified human resources play important role in the process, therefore they should also be prepared and improved. Seeing the situation in NTT which is now becomes more conducive in terms of tourism industry development, in 2016, Paradiso presents SPECIAL EDITION on East Nusa Tenggara (NTT) in order to promote the province in various tourism events and expos in the country and abroad such as in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand. Hopefully, this effort encourages all parties including the provincial government and people of NTT to maintain tourism assets so that they can establish better future for the province. Let’s work together to develop tourism industry in NTT with support from the local government, society and Ministry of Tourism. ***

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Lamandau Regency

Let’s Visit Lamandau L

amandau regency of Central Kalimantan has quite big tourism, art and cultural potentials. These potentials can be seen in people’s daily life in every district and village in Lamandau. The traditional art and culture are inherited from generation to generation, and are reflected in the traditional ceremonies such as bagondang and the ceremony of welcoming guests. The traditional ceremonies are continued and maintained through years by the local people.

In addition to the traditional art and culture, Lamandau Regency also offers natural tourist attractions like river tourism. It can be found in Bulik Timur, Belantikan Raya and Delang district. River tourism is promising tourist attraction that should be developed. Lamandau River is located in the upper course and has interesting river rapids. The river area also has tropical forest. This is very supportive and can become attraction for river tourism.

Here are a number of tourism potentials in Lamandau Regency that you should know.

Babukung

(held on 28-30 October 2016) Babukung is part of the ritual in the funeral ceremony of Hindu Kaharingan people, Dayak Tomun tribe who live in Lamandau, Central Kalimantan. The term Babukung derives from the word Bukung which means the name for a person who dances wearing a mask or LUHA. The ceremony is held when a Dayak Tomun who holds Hindu Kaharingan belief passed away. The body will be lied down for 3 days or more. When the body is lied down, people will come to give moral and material support and they also wear mask (LUHA) so that they will not be recognized by others. Bukung, the person who dances wearing a mask/ LUHA, will decorate himself attractively and the mask worn has different shapes. LUHA usually has the shapes of human face, dog, dragon, monkey, Tingang bird and many more. Lamandau Regency has held the

first Babukung Festival in 2015 with around 1000 Bukung participating. This festival is going to be annual event which presents Bukung from 8 districts in Lamandau Regency.

perpetuate art and cultural traditions of Lamandau Regency.

Bebantan Laman Bebantan Laman is a village ritual ceremony and the cleaning of heirloom which is carried out by Dayak Tomun tribe who hold Hindu Kaharingan belief. The ritual is held every year on the 7th of July.

Bamboo Rafting Bamboo rafting is a race using bamboo rafts along the river with rapid current in Delang regency. The race is held to enliven the ritual of Bebantan Laman.

Art and Cultural Week (Around August)

In the Art and Cultural Week, there are many competitions held to celebrate the anniversary of Lamandau Regency. This event aims to

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Flores

Tour de Flores 2016

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he Indonesian government continues pushing tourism sector in order to reach the target of 20 million tourist visits in year 2020. Wide range of tourism events is held in various areas to attract more tourists to visit the country. One of the events is Tour de Flores which will be held on 19 – 23 May 2016 in Flores East Nusa Tenggara. Tourism Minister Arief Yahya said that the travel distance in Tour de Flores (TdF) 2016 is 661.5 kilometers. The annual sport tourism event will be started from the town of Larantuka and finished in Labuhan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara. “Participants are going to go through the tracks which are divided into five stages (Larantuka-Maumere, Maumere-Ende, Ende-Bajawa, Bajawa-Ruteng, and Ruteng-

Labuhan Bajo) and pass main tourist destinations in NTT,” he said. TdF 2016 is held in cooperation with PB ISSI (Indonesian Cycling Sports Association) and the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) in order to promote the tourism potential of NTT which is presented as program called Pesona Indonesia and Wonderful Indonesia. As many as 21 teams that consist of 16 foreign teams from 24 countries and 5 teams from Indonesia (4 national teams and 1 local team) are going to participate in the event. Arief welcomes positively the implementation of TdF 2016 which is aimed to promote NTT tourism. NTT wants to become tourism province just like its motto “New Tourism Territory” (NTT). “Sport tourism is effective media to promote tourist destinations so that they can

be more recognized internationally. There are many international sport tourism events such as the Olympics, World Cup and MotoGP which many countries are interested in becoming the host considering that those events provice additional economic value and publication” said Arief. Tourism Minister said that Indonesia has a number of international sport tourism events such as Tour de Singkarak, Tour de Ijen, Bintan Triathlon and Jakarta Marathon which are able to increase the number of tourist visits. The experience in organizing sport tourism has become one of the considerations of choosing Indonesia as the host of international sport tourism events Road to MotoGP 2017 and ASIAN Games in Jakarta and Palembang in 2018. Moreover, Arief Yahya explained that NTT has great tourism potentials for it has world class cultural and natural attractions like Lake Kelimutu and Komodo in Komodo Island. Participants of TdF 2016 are continuation of participants of Tour de Ijen (TdI) in Banyuwangi, East Java who are going to compete on 11 – 14 May 2016. They will head off to Flores on May 16, 2016 via Denpasar after spending one-day vacation in Banyuwangi. Their equipment is sent off first by ship. TdF 2016 activities will include pre-event activities such as visiting Lake Kelimutu, on event activities which is the implementation of Tour de Flores as the main event, supporting events that include touring or fun bike and traditional art and cultural performances and post event activities when the participants visit Komodo Island and Pink Beach.***

Mbuliwaralau Beach F

or nautical lovers you can visit Mbuliwaralau Beach as destination option in Ende. Name of this beach derive from the name of village Mbuliwaralau as the location of this beach. Different of the other beaches are generally filled with sand, the beach is actually met by a stretch of stone. This will be a unique landscape for you lovers of nautical. The beautiful panorama of pandanus, coconut trees, and big pebbles gives this beach a special charm. If you take the route from

Wolowaru to Mubliwaralau, you will pass beautiful rice fields, and also a small and charming monkey forest. The area around the beach is inhabited by fishermen who are Buginese by descent. Sometimes, the friendly local people offer their delicious young fresh coconuts to visitors. If watching the spectacle of the waves hitting the shore is not enough, you may enjoy the various activities in Mbuliwaralau Beach. You can do here like swimming or just playing water sport that

offer here. Be careful though, because the waves can get pretty rough and currents can be strong. Mbuliwaralau is still quite untouched, you won’t find accommodation, shops, or restaurants there. But Wolowaru, which is close, offers some stalls and small shops. Since there is no public transport to Mbuliwaralau, you should take a private transport to get there. From Mbuliwaralau, it takes about 13km to reach Wolowaru. *** 9 | Paradiso Special, 2016

Lembata Island

Lembata

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embata Island is known throughout the world as the home of traditional whaling but what is not known is that the people of this Island are especially rich in cultural tradition. The beautiful rich Ikat weavings are entirely made from homegrown cotton, spun and dyed by the weaver. These cloths are still important as they are exchanged during marriage for Ivory tusks between the two families. The scenery throughout the Island is breathtaking, from the ever-imposing “Ile Ape” volcano of the palm fringed bays to the colorful bustling local markets - beauty and excitement are everywhere. Lamalera village located on the southern tip of Lembata Island is the home of a traditional whale hunting community. Here, Sperm Whales have been hunted for centuries using all hand made equipment; their spears, rope and boats are all made in the village. The boats are without motors and the harpooner must jump from the


boat to implant his harpoon in to the whale to ensure success. All parts of the whale are either consumed or traded with other Islanders for corn or other food. While whale hunting is not generally condoned by modern societies, when consider the

ancestral links, the primitive equipment used and the importance to the people of Lamalera it is understandable that this traditional hunting has been sanctioned by the United Nations.***

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Event & Destination

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Lembata Island

Tunu Kwar : April-May Ceremony of eating new corn is held by indigenous people of Atawolo in traditional house of clans in Lewogolen Traditional Village - Atawolo-Lusilame Village - Atadei sub district. This ceremony marks is permitted all eldest son in the family to consume corn as harvest in the current year. The spirits of the ceremony is being grateful for the harvest and ask for blessing of the next planting season.

Tobu Neme Vate: April 29 It is a special occasion that only happens ones a year for fishermen and land owners in Lamalera village – Wulandoni sub district to solve problem and evaluate fish catches in the past year and prepare the next of Leva season (Fishing season)

Ie Gerek April 29th Sacred ritual is performed in yearly routine for asking blessing to the ancestors for Fishing seasion and processions to the beach that accompanied by the sound instrument of gongs. This ritual is held in a place that not so far from Lamalera Village called Whale Stone (A big and long stone likes a whale mammal).

Requiem Mass April 30th, Ceremony with the tradition of the Catholic Religion is held in Naje as a traditional boat landing (Chappell Sint Petrus) Lamalera B village that aimed to remembering the spirits of fishermen who have died in the Sea, especially when earn a fortune as the traditional fishermen.

Leva Mass

May 1, Peak Ceremony for all of rituals to start the fishing in Catholic religion tradition: Misa Leva. The spirit of this ceremony is for asking blessing to the God’s and his protection in order fishing season can provide sufficiently good fortune and avoid all doom.. After Mass Leva Tena Vule activity is followed ( to review the condition of the sea)

Leva Nuang May 2th - 30th September, Fishing seasons carried out by Peoples of Lamalera to earn a fortune at the sea as traditional fishermen used traditional equipment. Those are peledang (Row boat without engines), Tempuling (spear made of iron and attached a long rope) and stalk spear is made from bamboo and used to stab fish.

Bata Witi (goat hunting) May, Hunting wild goats by indigenous villagers of Lamawolo is held from the peak of Ile Lewotolok to the hill of traditional village of Lamawolo. This activity carried out every months and the peak is in May during the ritual of new corn. The purpose of this activity is to mark on wild goats on ownership or common property and gathering media community for the groups of goat. In addition to social functions, the economic function of hunting is catching adult goats for sale meet the needs of the family.

Utan Wuun Lolon Festival: July at fifth full Moon It is Held in the Tardiotional village of Watun Lewo Pito - Lamagute Village - East Ile Ape Sub district that located at the foot of Ile Lewotolok volcano. This ceremony is done together with all tribes and it is known as the feast of beans, because forest beans were used as a symbol of food. The spirituality of this ceremony is to invite the presence of God and the ancestors, reflect on life and the lives of over a year has passed and reconciliation with God, others and nature, including gratitude for the fortune at years ago, and opening a taboo to eat beans for indigenous stakeholders.


Lembata Island

Ahar Festival: June - August It is in the village of Atakore - Atadei Sub district. This ceremony is a rite of initiation of a newborn baby or an adult who wants to enter in specific tribes by confining the baby and his mother at the traditional house for a week with the aim kept away from various diseases. This ceremony is accompanied by local dance and song,

Nuhanera Marine Festival, Lembata Festival Underwater and wonderful Sail 2 Indonesia: The last week of August. Nuhanera Marine Festival combined with Lembata Underwater Festival and tourists visit participants Wonderful Sail 2 Indonesia and it will be held in the village of Lamawolo - Ile Ape Sub district. Various activities will be held at this event include: Natural Panorama of underwater Photo Contest, Local Boat Rowing Competition


and Competition of traditional fishing, sailing boat parade and performing Arts.

Utan Wuun Lolon Festival: August at fifth of Full Moon This Cultural Event is held in the traditional village of Napaulun Bunga Muda Village that located in the foot of Ile Lewotolok Volcano and centered on traditional houses. This ceremony is known /Bean Feast (Pesta Kacang) because forest Bean is used as symbol of food. The spirituality of this ceremony is to invite the presence of God and the ances-

tors, reflect on life and the lives of over a year has passed and reconciliation with God, others and nature, including gratitude for the fortune at years ago, and opening a taboo to eat beans for indigenous stakeholders.

Flores and Lembata Cultural Festival: September This Cultural Festival is held to promote the potency of cultural tourism in Flores and Lembata. This activity begins by cultural Carnival in Lewoleba Town and Art and Culture performance from each district.

Lembata Island

Utan Wuun Lolon Festival: September at fifth of Full Moon This ceremony is known Bean Feast/ Pesta Kacang because Forest Bean is used as a symbol of food. The spirituality of this ceremony is to invite the presence of God and the ancestors, reflect on life and the lives of over a year has passed and reconciliation with God, others and nature, including gratitude for the fortune at years ago, and opening a taboo to eat beans for indigenous stakeholders. Lewotolok Traditional Village is the oldest traditional village that organizes bean feast. In ancient times this ritual is performed for 3 full months. But now the ritual is carried out for 2 weeks and the top event on the fifth full moon. Tourists can enjoy the sun set from the traditional village and tracking from traditional village in the early morning to the crater of ile lewotolok Volcano and enjoy the sun rise .

It is estimated that the generation has reached tens of thousands of lives. This traditional village the only one who still keeps relics of antiquity such as elephant ivory at length of approximately 2 meters by 2 arches Portuguese cannons, moko, Ming dynasty ceramics, and the culture is very strong spirituality in everyday life. Lewohala traditional village held a bean feast for hundreds of years and have two indigenous communities in a traditional village that is Lewolein and Lewoweran. The spirituality of this ceremony is to invite the presence of God and the ancestors, reflect on life and the lives of over a year has passed and reconciliation with God, others and nature, including gratitude for the fortune at years ago, and opening a taboo to eat beans for indigenous stakeholders.

Reka Utan Festival: November at fifth of Full Moon This is held in the traditional village of Lamariang in Jontona Village of East Ile Ape sub district that located beside the beach and the main road. It is centered on traditional house with the main purpose as a thanksgiving to God and the ancestors for the harvest, especially beans, as well as opening refrain from eating beans for indigenous stakeholders.

Ka Weru Festival: November The traditional ceremony of eating new corn by the local community of Kedang in Leu Tuan Traditional Village - Hoeleaq Village - Omesuri Sub District on November every year with the main purpose as a thanksgiving to the ancestors in harvest, especially corn in a year.

Ka Utan Festival: October Traditional ceremony of Eating Beans is held at Leutuan Traditional village - Leuwayan Village in Omesuri sub district on every October. This ceremony aims to thank for the harvest, and ask for blessing of the next planting season.

Reka Utan Festival: Octoberr at fifth of Full Moon Lewohala Traditional village in Jontona Village – East Ile Ape Sub district is a biggest traditional village in Ile Lewotolok Volcano.


Sikka - Flores Island

Sikka

Koka Beach

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oka beach is one of beaches in Sikka Regency, East Nusa Tenggara Province. Precisely in Wolowiro Village, Paga District, this beach is located on the south coast of Flores Island. From Maumere City, it takes around 48 km. If you start your journey from Jakarta, Surabaya, Makassar, and Denpasar, you take a flight to Maumere City. Koka beach is a beach which is very attractive with clean sea views, as well as the water is very clear, soft white sand stretches forming segment, left and right there are cliffs like a natural painting looks very artistic. Like the other southern coast, Koka beach has big waves but quite safe if we want to swim on the beach. Koka beach is a beach


that is rarely touched tourists. Not many people know more less visit the beach. This beauty beach hidden from the crowd as the world. White and fine sand stretch along the coastline and that assure us that Koka beach become a hidden paradise. Strolling on soft sand becomes one of favorite activity at evening. Breezing wind from the beach gives you atmosphere and sensation. That is why most of visitor love to wait the sunset with their friends. Apart from strolling along the coastline, you also will enjoy two big rocks. These rocks become a separator of two beaches. The clean and blue water in Koka beach make visitor wants to jump as soon as they arrive. If you decide to snorkel, coral reefs and variety of fishes will

accompany you. They look so beautiful with many colors. The natural potential of the beach make anyone who comes to Koka will admire the beauty of beach. The authenticity of the beach is so prominent. This condition make local resident decide to spend their holiday here because Koka beach is one of favorite destination in Maumere City. If you want to visit Koka beach, you can take flight from Jakarta or Bali to Maumere (Frans Seda Airport). Arriving in Maumere, there’s many bus travel in Frans Seda airport. You must take destination to Koka beach. There is hotel or motel in Koka beach. Or you can stay in Paga hotel, it’s very near from Paga beach. Just ask to local people, they can help friendly. ***

Sikka - Flores Island

Maumere M

aumere is a port town on the northeastern coast of Flores and a stop over on the way to Ende or to Larantuka. It is well connected by air with Kupang, Denpasar, and Makasar, and noted for its good beaches. The bay of Maumere

is considered a good diving spot (Flores Marine Resort) as it promises extremely rich marine life. The resort is a paradise for all divers, underwater photographers, and for everyone interested in marine biology. Ledalero museum at the out skirts

of Maumere has an interesting collection of ethnological objects from the region. Visitors are welcome but advance arrangements should be made. Ledalero is also a name of a major catholic Seminary from where many of Flores priests originated.***


SEPEKAN PESTA DANAU KELIMUTU 7-15 Agustus 2015 Taga Kamba

Minggu,7 agustus 2016 Pukul : 15.00 Wita Tempat : Museum Tenun Ikat, Ende

Pagelaran Budaya Kamis, 10 - 12 Agustus 2016 Pukul : 7.30 Wita Tempat : Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Rakor Tiga Batu Tungku

Trekking To Kelimutu

Parade Budaya Rabu,9 agustus 2016 Pukul : 15.00 wita Tempat : start Depan Kantor Bupati Finis Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Pati Ka Dua Bapu Ata Mata

Senin,8 agustus 2016 Pukul : 09.00 Wita Tempat : Museum Tenun Ikat,Ende

Expo

Sabtu,13 Agustus 2016 Pukul : 06.00 Wita Tempat : Kec. Kelimutu

Minggu, 14 Agustus 2016 Pukul : 08.00 Wita Tempat : Kawasan Danau Kelimutu

Pawai Pembangunan

10 s/d 12 Agustus 2016 Pukul : 19.00 Wita Tempat : Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Senin, 15 Agustus 2016 Pukul : 03.00 Wita Tempat : Star Lapangan Stadion Marilonga Ende Finis Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata Kabupaten Ende Jl. Soekarno No.4 Ende - Flores - Nusa Tenggara Timur Untuk informasi join this event, contact : Travindo Jaya Jl.Batas Dukuh Sari Gg.Curik No.11 Pedungan Denpasar - Bali Hp. 081339385058 | Email: [email protected]

Ende - Flores Island

HARI LAHIRNYA PANCASILA 01 JUNI 2016 ( PARADE KEBANGSAAN )

“PANCASILA RUMAH KITA DARI ENDE UNTUK INDONESIA “ TINGKAT KAB. ENDE

Prosesi Laut Selasa,31 Mei 2016 Pukul : 10.00 Wita s/d 12.00 Wita Tempat : Start Kecamatan P. Ende Menuju Pelabuhan Soekarno Ende Prosesi Darat

Selasa,31 Mei 2016 Pukul : 12.00 Wita - selesai Tempat : Pelb. Soekarno Ende, Detasement POM Ende, Situs Bung Karno, Gedung Imakulata, Makam Ibu Amsi, Finis Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Malam Pagelaran Selasa, 31 Mei – 02 Juni 2016 Pukul : 19.00 Wita – selesai Tempat : Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Upacara Bendera Memperingati Hari Lahirnya Pancasila

Rabu, 01 Juni 2016 Pukul : 08.00 Wita - Selesai Tempat : Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Menyalakan Obor Pancasila

Selasa, 31 Mei 2016 Pukul : 08.00 Wita - Selesai Tempat : Lapangan Pancasila Ende

Malam Renungan

Selasa , 31 Mei 2016 Pukul : 24.00 Wita - Selesai Tempat : Taman Bung Karno Ende

Dinas Kebudayaan dan Pariwisata Kabupaten Ende Jl. Soekarno No.4 Ende - Flores - Nusa Tenggara Timur Untuk informasi join this event, contact : Travindo Jaya Jl.Batas Dukuh Sari Gg.Curik No.11 Pedungan Denpasar - Bali Hp. 081339385058 | Email: [email protected]

Ende - Flores Island

KELIMUTU, THREE COLOUR LAKES

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t. Kelimutu National Park is the smallest among six national parks in the stretch between Bali and the Nusatenggara islands. Its size obviously does not matter much when it offers one of the most spectacular wonders that nature has to offer. There are three lakes on the mountain sharing the same name, Kelimutu, meaning ‘the boiling lake’. Each has its own colors and a local name. But all are believed to be the resting place of departed souls. Located some 66 km. from the town of Ende or 83 km. from Maumere, Lake Kelimutu was discovered by a Dutch named Van Such Telen in 1915. It gained global fame after Y. Bouman wrote in his notes in 1929 about the bizarre color-changing lakes. As travelers start ascending from Moni, a small rural town, a basecamp for backpackers, idyllic views appear which will remain perfect in the mind. The westernmost lake is named Tiwu Ata Mbupu, meaning ‘the lake of old people’. The middle one is called Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai, or‘the lake for young men and maiden’. The easternmost is called Tiwu Ata Polo, or‘the lake for evils spirits’. The three lakes are quite a display as their colors keep changing. Unlike the Blue Lake in Mt. Gambier, South Australia, that changes color from blue to cold steel grey within a predictable


period, or Lake Yudamari in Mt. Nakadake, in Japan, that changes from blue-green to green, the Kelimutu lakes are unpredictable as to when and what color they will change into. Sometimes, the colors are blue, green, and black, and some other times they turn to white, red, and blue. The last time a traveler saw them, one was dark brown, just like a pond of chocolate. Previously, the east lake was red and the middle lake was blue.

Scientifically speaking, lakes change colors due to subaqueous fumaroles. Scientists believe that these are the result of minor phreatic eruptions in ancient time. The phenomenon here, however, are of particular interest to geologists since the three lakes present different colors but are yet located on the peak of the same volcano. The local ranger in the national park explained that this is due to chemical reactions of materials contained in the lake, triggered by volcanic gaseous activities. The local people in Moni, however, believe that somehow people around the mountain have done something evil and have died there. Lake Kelimutu is part of the Kelimutu National Park, presenting a highly aesthetic value and surreal experience. The national park’s highest point is 5,679 feet at Mt. Kelibara (1,731 meters), and 5,544 feet high (1,690 meters) at Mt. Kelimutu. It is a national park that protects 19 endemic and endangered animals, among which, the Floresian punai (Treron floris), Wallacea owl (Otus silvicola), Floresian kancilan (Pachycephala nudigula), Floresian eagle (Spizeatus floris), and Timorese tesia (Tesia everetti). Here are also endemic mice, deer, porcupines, and the legendary luwak or civet (Pharadoxurus hermaphroditus) that gained its fame for the expensive coffee it produces. Visit Mt. Kelimutu and the threecolored lakes as an essential part of your Flores adventure. ***

Mount Inerie M

ount Inerie is one of tourist attractions in Flores Island. The mountain is located in Bajawa district, Ngada regency of Flores Island. From Bajawa city we can see the mountain as a pyramid with perfectly straight which is an eye-catching peak in the Florinese ‘mountain skyline’. With an altitude of 2,245 meters above sea level, Mount Inerie is also one of the highest volcanoes in Flores. If you would like to climb to the top, you can start your trip at night or in the very early morning. You will be rewarded with a magical moment when the sun slowly rises up behind the hills. It is perfect sunrise moment for the visitors and hikers. From the top of Mount Inerie, you have a stunning view that sometimes even goes as far as Sumba Island in the south. Starting from an altitude of about 900 meters, the hike will take you about 2 hours. Be aware that climbing Mount Inerie demands a good

physical condition, and the expertise of a local guide who knows about the safe trails and weather conditions. Besides mountain climbing, the area around Mount Inerie itself has much to offer. Exploring the slope of the mountain in surroundings of lush green trees is refreshing for both body and soul. As in many mountainous areas in Flores that are of high biodiversity, you can also observe the endemic birds and listen to their amusing songs here. If you wish to enrich your Inerie explorations with some cultural experiences, nearby traditional villages such as Gurusina or Bena offer you opportunities to experience the fascinating Ngada culture. In 2000 years ago, Mount Inerie had a little eruptions, a red-colored lake emerged out of the mountain’s crater named Wawomudha. Thus, the new-born lake was called Wawomudha Crater Lake. This spectacular natural phenomenon is located an hour hike from Ngoranale Village. To get

Ngada - Flores Island

to Mount Inerie there are most popular starting point for climbing Mount Inerie is Watumeze Village, just 15 kilometers from Bajawa (about 20–30 minutes). From Bajawa head to Terminal Watujaji; then take the right side of the road which leads to Langa Village, and then straight up to Bela Village. From here, continue driving in the direction of Watumeze Village. Instead of taking private transport, you can also take a bemo (public transportation) to Bela Village and continue the way to Watumeze by motorcycle. The interesting ones from the mountain peak you can see the entire panoramic view of Bajawa City, on the north-west, which is covered with slight mist above the city. On the south of the mount, the blue sea of Sawu lies in the slope of Mount Inerie.***


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Wae Rebo

The Traditional Manggaraian Village, Flores

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ae Rebo is one of Indonesia’s precious destinations in the formn of an old Manggaraian village. It situated in pleasant, isolated mountain scenery in Flores, East Nusa Tenggara. The village offers visitors a unique opportunity to see the authentic Manggarai housing and to experience the everyday life of the local community. In Wae Rebo village, the visitors can see “Mbaru niang”, a traditional, circular cone-shaped houses with very unique architecture. Nowadays, it is still a place to hold meetings, rituals and Sunday-morning prayers together. Wae Rebo can only be reached by way of a three-hour hike, or depends to your situation, from the lowlands. The hike is definitely worth the effort, where we reach the village we can find the dense rain forest along the narrow path to Wae Rebo, which is one of a stunning biological


diversity. This village is host some interesting vegetations, including orchids, palms, and different ferns, and also the impressive population of singing birds. The village has been supported to become the major culture tourism attraction in West Flores. For increasing the beauty of the village, Indonesian government together with private organization and local community has renovated four of their“Mbaru Niang” or the ‘drum houses’. This house is a communal building, it gathering eight families who are descended from a common ancestor under its huge roof. Its structure symbolizes the unity of the clan, with the sacred drums considered the clan’s medium to communicate with the ancestors. The massive roof id made out of palm fiber, and it is supported by a central wooden pole. Furthermore, the ceremonial house, which has different in size from the other

buildings, is the place where the sacred heirloom drums and gongs are stored, and where different ceremonies and rituals are held. After the authentic ‘Mbaru Niang’ or the traditional Manggaraian house, the thing to see in Wae Rebo is witnessing the daily life of the inhabitants. Most of the people work in their gardens from early morning until dawn, and get busy with harvesting coffee and processing the beans. Even though weaving is not a major activity in Wae Rebo, you may encounter some women weaving traditional songket cloth. The visitors are welcome to spend the night in the ‘Mbaru niang’, to socialize and dine with the Wae Rebo community. You will sleep on a ‘tikar’, a woven mat made out of pandanus leaf, and get a taste of how life used to be when the extended families still lived their lives under one roof.

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Boat: The boat trip is a good option if you start the trip from Labuan Bajo. Head south to the coastal village of Nangalili. Once there, you have to rent a boat (about Rp 400,000) to take you to Dintor. As there is no regular boat schedule, it is highly recommended to charter the boat in advance (contact Pak Irwan, +62 812366 89171). The boat trip takes about two hours and leads you across to Mules Island. After having arrived in Dintor, continue your trip to Denge by ojek (about Rp 10,000) for about 20 minutes.

How to get there There are several options to reach Wae Rebo: Car or motorbike from Ruteng: Start the 2.5 – 3 hour drive by heading south towards Golo Lusang. After having passed Pong Nggeok village, you will cross Wae Mese bridge. Go ahead to Narang village, followed by Nanga Ramut village, and you will end up in Dintor. From this small fishing village you can see the beautiful Mules Island. The road to the north brings

Truck (oto kayu) from Ruteng: From the Mena Bus Terminal, the truck route will take you across the villages of Cancar, Pela, Todo, and Dintor before you finally reach Denge Village. The oto kayu usually departs from the terminal in the afternoon. The trip takes about 3 – 3 1/2 hours. If you want to go back from Denge to Ruteng, you will have to wake up early as the bis kayu departs from Denge at 5.30am.

Hiking In Denge, start the hike by taking the path between a local homestay and village SDK (elementary school). The hike will lead you across three rest spots. The first one is at Wae Lomba River, which is less than an hour from Denge. After another hour of trekking, you will find the second one, Pocoroko. This is an important place for villagers (and visitors) who want to make phone calls and send text messages from their mobile phones, as there is no mobile signal in Wae Rebo. From Pocoroko you will reach the third post, Nampe Bakok, which takes about 40 minutes. From here, enjoy the beautiful hill scenery before you reach Wae Rebo. ***


you to Kombo – Wae Rebo’s twin village – and finally to Denge village, which is the starting point for the hike to Wae Rebo.

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4 DAYS FLORES – THE THREE COLOR LAKES TOUR Day 1: DENPASAR – MAUMERE Depart to Maumere, Flores, by Nam Air or Wings Air. Upon arrival at Frans Seda airport of Maumere our local guide will meet you there. Then drive to SAO WISATA RESORT or similar hotel for accommodation and dinner (15 minutes drive from the Maumere town). Lunch at local restaurant in town. (L,D) Day 2: MAUMERE – KELIMUTU – MAUMERE Early morning at 03.00 AM drive up to Kelimutu volcano 119 kms to see the three colored lakes. Upon arrival walk for 1.5 km and then ascend 127 steps to the inspiration point to view Kelimutu’s light turquoise, olive green and dark blue lakes. A Dutch geologist discovered Kelimutu in 1914. At that time the lakes were red, blue and white. Descend to Moni village to see hand woven textiles and to visit Koanara village famous for its Lio traditional house. Lunch will be served at local restaurant in Paga. Proceed to Maumere, accommodation and dinner at SAO WISATA RESORT or similar hotel. (B,L,D) Day 3: MAUMERE Breakfast at hotel. Visit Wuring village to see the houses built on stilts over the sea. Next, drive on to Ledalero, a major Catholic Seminary, to visit the museum with its varied collection of local royal family’s old portraits, antique hand woven clothes, fossils of ancient elephant (Stagedon Trigonosephalus Florensis) Proceed to Sikka village, a center of ‘Ikat’ weaving, to see the traditional weaving process and an old church built in the 16th Century. Return to hotel, lunch at local restaurant in town. (B,L,D) Day 4: MAUMERE-DENPASAR/KUPANG Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport to depart for your next destination. (B)


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4 DAYS FLORES – DIVING EXPLORATION Day 1: DENPASAR – MAUMERE Depart to Maumere, Flores, by Nam Air or Trans Nusa. Upon arrival at Frans Seda Airport of Maumere our local guide will meet you there. Then drive for 15 minutes to Waiara Beach 12 km to eastern Maumere town and check in at SAO WISATA RESORT or similar hotel for meals and accommodation. Lunch at local restaurant in town. (L,D) Day 2: DIVING IN BABI ISLAND Breakfast at hotel. Depart to Babi Island by Boat for a 1,5 hours cruise. Full day diving in this beautiful island. First dive: we explore deep and colorful wall and coral garden, plenty of lobster, fishes, pelagic, etc. Second dive further distance to Tanjung Darat to explore the beautiful myriad reef fish. Afternoon back to Waiara and accommodation at SAO WISATA RESORT or similar hotel. (B,L,D) Day 3: DIVING IN BESAR ISLAND Breakfast at hotel. Depart for Babi island by boat for 45 minutes. Lunch will be served on boat (lunch box). Back to Waiara and accommodation at SAO WISATA RESORT or similar hotel. (B,L,D) Day 4 : MAUMERE – DENPASAR Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport to depart for Denpasar, Bali, by flight. (B)

5 DAYS – DIVING & THE THREE COLOR LAKES Day 1: DENPASAR – MAUMERE Depart to Maumere, Flores, by Nam Air or Wings Air. Upon arrival at Frans Seda airport of Maumere, our local guide will meet you there. Then drive 15 minutes to Waiara Beach 12 km east of Maumere and check-in at Sao Wisata Resort or similar hotel. For accommodation lunch or dinner at local restaurant in town. (B,L,D)

Day 2: FULL DAY DIVING Breakfast at hotel. Depart for Besar island by boat, Full day diving around the island where the particular interest is the estuary of the river, such as on the south west point where corals are different and consequently support other forms of marine life. The vast area on the east needs exploring as the shallow water channels have potential for young fish thus especially of scientific interests. Afternoon back to your hotel. (B,L,D) Day 3: FULL DAY DIVING Breakfast at hotel. Depart for Babi Island by boat for a 1,5 hours cruise. Full day diving in this beautiful island, first dive: explore deep and colorful wall and coral garden, plenty of lobster, fishes, pelagic, etc. Second dive further distance to Tanjung Darat for exploring the beautiful and myriad reef fish. Afternoon back to your hotel for accommodation and meals. (B,L,D) Day 4: MAUMERE – KELIMUTU – MAUMERE Early morning at 03.00 AM drive up to Kelimutu volcano 119 kms to see the three colored lakes. Upon arrival walk for 1,5 km and then ascend 127 steps to the inspiration point to view Kelimutu’s light turquoise, olive green and dark blue lakes. A Dutch geologist discovered Kelimutu in 1914. At that time the lakes were red, blue and white. Descend to Moni village to visit hand woven textiles and to visit Koanara village, famous for its Lio traditional house. Lunch will be served at local Restaurant in town. Proceed to Maumere for accommodation and dinner at Sao Wisata Resort or Sea World Club hotel. (B,L,D) Day 5: MAUMERE – DENPASAR Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport to depart for Denpasar, Bali, by Wings air or Nam Air. (B)

6 DAYS THE WHALE HUNTERS ADVENTURE

7 DAYS FLORES OVERLAND TOUR

Day 1: DENPASAR – MAUMERE Depart to Maumere, Flores, by Nam Air or Wings air. Upon arrival at Frans Seda airport of Maumere our local guide will pick you up there. Then transfer to Sao Wisata Resort or Sea World Club hotel about 12 km away to the eastern part of Maumere town. Stay overnight at the hotel. Lunch will be served at local Restaurant in town. (B,L,D)

Day 1: DENPASAR – LABUANBAJO Depart from Bali by Nam Air, Garuda Air or Wings Air. Upon arrival in Labuan Bajo, west Flores at 12.00, our local guide will meet you there. Transfer to BINTANG FLORES HOTEL / JAYA KARTA HOTEL for accommodation and meals. Labuan Bajo, the town serves as a jumping-off point for the trip to Komodo. Lunch at local restaurant. Then a visit to Batu Cermin Cave, 5 km away from the town of Labuan Bajo. The cave is 75 by 4 m large and contains stalactites and stalagmites. Proceed to Puncak Waringin to see the beautiful sun set. Back to your hotel for dinner and overnight. (L,D)

Day 2: MAUMERE – LARANTUKA – LEWOLEBA (LEMBATA ISLAND) Breakfast in hotel. Drive 123 km (123 km – 4 hours driving) to Larantuka, a small town on the eastern part of Flores island. Lunch will be served at some local restaurant in Larantuka. Transfer to the pier for boarding on a wooden boat to cruise to Lewoleba – Lembata island. Stay overnight and dinner at Losmen Rejeki – Lewoleba. (B,L,D)

nearby the hotel. (B,L,D) Day 4: BAJAWA Breakfast at hotel. Explore traditional village of Bajawa tribes. Drive 2 km to Boloji to attend traditional dance performance of Bajawa called ‘Ja’I Dance’, followed by Suling, a bamboo flute orchestra. Visit Bena village, a megalith village where people preserve their ancestral spiritual belief and way of life which can be seen in their Ngadhu and Bhaga, these are conical thatched huts symbolizing their male and female ancestral spirits. On the way stop on the slope of the mountain Inerie active volcano to take pictures. Return to Bajawa for lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon drive to Soa district to visit Mengeruda, a natural hot spring water for relaxing and taking a bath. Return to Bintang Wisata for accommodation and meals. (B,L,D)

Day 2: LABUANBAJO – RUTENG Breakfast at hotel. Start to explore the distinct tribes in Day 3: LEWOLEBA – LAMALERA Flores island (Manggarai, Ngada, Ende, Lio Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Lamalera, Sikka). about 4 hours, On arrival join with the Drive overland to Ruteng, a cool and whale hunters. If you are lucky you will see small town as the capital city of Manggarai muscular harpooners chasing the whale, Regency where major Mangarainese tribe using traditional wooden canoe called dwelt. ‘Pledang’ with its sail, made of palm leaves. On the way stops will be made at Lembor Stay overnight at Albert Home Stay. (B,L,D) and Cancar where you can enjoy the beautiful panorama of rice fields with lush and dry hills in the back ground and other Day 4: LAMALERA – LEWOLEBA places depending on local happenings. After having breakfast you still have On arrival check-in at MBC. The guest another opportunity to observe the whale house belongs to Missionary or Sindha hunting activities, learning their ways of Hotel. hunting and listening to the stories about Afternoon visit Ruteng PUU village where whale hunting. After lunch drive back to you will visit the unique slander-shaped Lewoleba. Overnight stay and meals at Lostraditional house of Mangarai tribes and be men Rejeki. (B,L,D) with local people. Return to hotel for accommodation and Day 5: LEWOLEBA – LARANTUKA – meals. (B,L,D) MAUMERE. Breakfast at hotel. Cruise back to LaranDay 3: RUTENG – BAJAWA tuka. On arrival direct drive to Maumere, Breakfast at hotel. on the way stops will be made depending After breakfast depart for Bajawa, anon local happenings. Stay overnight and other cool and small town located at 1200 meals at Sao Wisata Resort or Sea World meters above sea level and is the capital Club hotel. (B,L,D) town of Ngada Regency (home of Ngada, Riung and Nagekeo tribes). Day 6: MAUMERE – DENPASAR On the way stops will be made at RanamBreakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport ese Lake and snapshot at magnificent peak for departure for Denpasar, Bali, by Nam of Mount Inerie, an active volcano and Air or Wings Air. (B) Aimere to see the palm wine process. On arrival check-in at Bintang Wisata Hotel or similar for accommodation and meals. Afternoon is free program where you can spend your time walking to the market

Day 5: BAJAWA – ENDE – MONI Breakfast at hotel. Continue drive for 6 hours to Moni (175 km) through scenic roads where you can enjoy beautiful panorama of the valley with blue sea in the back ground. Stops will be made at Wogo, another traditional Bajawanese village and Nage Keo tribe to observe their tradition and culture. Stop at Ende for lunch, Then drive another two hours to Moni. On the way to Moni we will make few stops at Detusoko for photography and Nduaria for fruit market. Late in the afternoon check-in at Eco Lodge Moni or Flores Sare Hotel for accommodation and meals. (B,L,D) Day 6: MONI – KELIMUTU – MAUMERE. Early morning at 03.00 AM drive up to Kelimutu volcano 119 km to see the three colored lakes. Upon arrival walk for 1.5 km and then ascend 127 steps to the inspiration point to view Kelimutu’s light turquoise, olive green and dark blue lakes. A Dutch geologist discovered Kelimutu in 1914. At that time the lakes were red, blue and white. Descend to Moni village to visit hand woven textiles and to visit Koanara village, famous for its Lio traditional house. Lunch will be served at LOCAL RESTAURANT in Maumere. Accommodation and dinner at Sao Wisata Hotel. (B,L,D) Day 7: MAUMERE – DENPASAR Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport to depart for Denpasar, Bali, by Wings air or Nam air.


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MENENUN SONGKE “Seni Merajut Asa dan Cita Orang Manggarai”

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asyarakat Manggarai memiliki karya seni kriya berupa kerajinan menenun secara tradisional.


Hasil tenunan ini berupa sarung yang disebut Songke dan syal atau selendang. Karya seni ini sejak dahulu diwariskan secara turun temurun hingga kini. Sarung Songke dipakai oleh pria maupun wanita Manggarai dalam kehidupan sehari-hari dalam acara formal maupun non formal. Karya seni tenunan Songke syarat dengan nilai dan simbol. Warna dasar hitam pada kain Songke melambangkan kebesaran dan keagungan orang Manggarai serta kepasrahan bahwa semua manusia akhirnya akan kembali pada yang Kuasa. Sedangkan aneka motif bunga mengandung banyak makna sesuai motif itu sendiri motif Wela Kaweng (bunga dari pohon Kaweng) bermakna interdependensi atau hubungan yang saling berkaitan dan bergantungan antar manusia dengan alam sekitarnya. Motif laba-laba (Ranggong) melambangkan kejujuran, keuletan dan kerja keras yang menjadi kebiasaan atau tradisi orang Manggarai secara turun temurun. Seperti diketahui bahwa orang Manggarai dikenal sebagai pekerja yang rajin, ulet dan tang-

guh. Laba-laba juga merupakan symbol semangat persatuan dan kerukunan orang Manggarai. Motif garis-garis batas (su’i) melambangkan keberakhiran segala sesuatu, yakni segala sesuatu ada batasnya. Motif bintang (Ntala) berkaitan dengan harapan atau cita-cita yang sering dikumandangkan dalam doa (tudak) orang Manggarai “porong langkas haeng ntala” (senantiasa tumbuh tinggi hingga mencapai bintang) maksudnya supaya senantiasa sehat, bertumbuh dan berkembang dan mencapai kedudukan yang tinggi dan berpengaruh di tengah masyarakat, seperti bintang di angkasa. Motif belah ketupat melambangkan kemakmuran dan kesahajaan hidup orang Manggarai. Sementara itu motif bunga Runus (wela runus) melambangkan sikap rendah hati dan kepolosan, atau ethos bahwa orang manggarai bagaikan bunga kecil tapi memberikan keindahan dan hidup ditengah kefanaan. Motif Jok berbentuk kerucut pada ujung atas dan bawah kain Songke yang menyerupai atap rumah adat Manggarai melambangkan persatuan dan kerukunan orang Manggarai baik dengan Tuhan, lingkungan dan sesama manusia. Saat ini, kain Songke tidak hanya dimanfaatkan sebagai sarung dan selendang saja, namun telah dikembangkan menjadi karya seni modern yang dinamis dan atraktif sesuai kebutuhan mode. Beberapa produk lain yang bernilai tinggi dari bahan Songke seperti gaun, jas, tas, topi, dasi, dan dompet, saat ini dapat dengan mudah ditemukan di berbagai toko souvenir dan rumah mode.


WEAVING SONGKE The Art of Weaving Hopes and Joy of Manggarai People

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he people of Manggarai have amazing traditional weaving technique. Using this technique, they can create traditional sarong called Songke as well as a scarf. This work of art has been inherited from one generation to another. Songke is worn by both Manggarai men and women in their daily life either for formal or informal occasions. Songke is rich in values and symbols. Black is used as the base color to symbolize the greatness of Manggarai people and submission that all in the end will go back to God Almighty. Flowery motif has some meanings. Wela Kaweng (flower of Kaweng tree) motif symbolizes interdependency or mutual relation between human and his surrounding nature. Spider motif (Ranggong) symbolizes honesty, tenacity and hard work which are the characteristics of Manggarai people. Manggarai people are known as diligent and downright worker. Spider is also the symbol of the spirit of unity and harmony of Manggarai people. The motif of boundary lines (su’i) means the end of everything or everything has

its limit. Animal motif (Ntala) is related to hopes and dreams which are often whispered in prayer (tudak) by Manggarai people “porong langka shaeng ntala” (always grow high up to the star). The prayer is intended to wish for people to stay healthy and grow into someone who has high position and strong influence in the society just like the starts in the sky. Rhombus motif symbolizes prosperity and prudence of the life of Manggarai people. The motif of Runus flower (welarunus) is the symbol of humility and sincerity. It illustrates that Manggarai people are like a little flower which provides beauty in life. The motif of Jok has the shape of a cone on the upper end and lower end of the Songke. It resembles the traditional house of Manggarai, which symbolizes the unity and harmony of Manggarai people with God, nature and other human beings. Nowadays, Songke is not only worn as sarong or scarf. It has been developed into modern art work, which is dynamic and attractive to suit the need of mode. A number of high-value products such as dress,

suit, bag, tie and wallet are also made from Songke. Songke can easily be found in any souvenir shops and house of mode.



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aktu menunjukKan pukul 7 pagi saat saya bersama dua orang teman dari Tourism Management Organization (TMO) Manggarai Timur bergegas menuju Pantai Mbolata dari Borong, kota kabupaten Manggarai Timur. Perjalanan menuju Pantai Mbolata menggunakan sepeda motor membutuhkan waktu satu jam, menempuh jarak sejauh 45km. Jalan yang dilalui sangat bagus dan mulus, maklum karena merupakan jalur utama trans Flores. Pantai Mbolata sendiri berada di Wae Lengga, di antara Bajawa dan Borong. Berjarak limaratus meter dari pertigaan Wae Lengga, menuju ke dermaga Wae Wole. Sementara jalan menuju pantai masih jalan telford namun bisa dilalui kendaraan roda dua dan roda empat. Pantai ini berada di tempat yang ideal sebagai tempat wisata yang aman dan nyaman, karena cukup jauh pemukiman penduduk. Pada hari-hari biasa, pantai Mbolata cukup sepi dari aktivitas pengunjung, namun pada hari libur, cukup ramai karena banyak pengunjung dari Borong, Bajawa, dan bahkan Ruteng yang datang berlibur. Seperti halnya dengan tempat wisata lain di Flores


“MENIKMATI KESUNYIAN BERSAMA ALAM” yang menawarkan sentuhan kehangatan masyarakat, Mbolata juga serupa dan cukup ideal untuk tempat beristirahat dengan nuansa alam pantai dan sawah masyarakat di sekitar pantai serta panorama gunung Inerie di bagian timur yang berdiri kokoh bagaikan piramida.

Melihat cara membuat arak secara tradisional Di sepanjang jalan menuju Pantai Mbolata terdapat lahan persawahan yang cukup luas dan di beberapa tempat ditanami pohon Kelapa yang berpadu indah dengan barisan pohon Lontar yang menari lembut diterpa angin pantai. Berwisata ke pantai Mbolata memberikan kesempatan bagi pengunjung untuk menyaksikan bagaimana masyarakat setempat, di pagi hari, seolah

berpacu dengan waktu, memanjat pohon lontar untuk mengambil nira dari setiap pohon. Bagi pengunjung yang baru pertamakali menyaksikannya, melihat orang memanjat pohon lontar merupakan daya tarik tersendiri. Bagaimana tidak, mereka memanjat pohon lontar begitu cepat, tanpa menggunakan alat bantu apapun, bahkan di beberpa pohon yang rimbun dan berdekatan, mereka tidak perlu naik turun dari pohon yang satu ke pohon yang lain, cukup menarik beberapa ranting daun lontar dari pohon yang lain dan dalam sekejap mereka sudah berpindah ke pohon berikutnya. Air nira yang dikumpulkan lalu dibawa ke pondok untuk disuling dengan metode dan peralatan tradisional seperti periuk dari gerabah, pipa penyulingan dari batang bambu dan dimasak menggunakan ranting kayu kering. Nira pohon lontar yang sudah disuling ini yang kemudian dijual sebagai

East Manggarai - Flores Island minuman arak tradisional yang disebut Sopi. Meskipun tidak diketahui pasti berapa besar kadar alcohol dalam minuman ini, namun saat kami mencoba, rasanya enak dan hangat, harum khas buah lontar dipadu dengan bau alcohol yang cukup tajam. Sopi ini dikemas di dalam botol mineral berukuran 700ml dan dijual seharga duapuluh ribu Rupiah per botol, dan memberikan tambahan pendapatan ekonomi bagi warga setempat.

Pesona Pantai Mbolata dan Mausui Pantai Mbolata menyuguhkan keindahan pantai pasir putih, dan barisan pohon lontar dan kelapa di sepanjang pantai. Udara di pantai Mbolata cukup sejuk dengan angin pantai yang berhembus cukup kencang. Pengunjung tertarik berwisata ke Mbolata karena pantainya yang bersih, dan pasir pantai yang halus dan terbentang luas, dan bisa berenang sepuasnya. Pada sore hari panorama sunset di pantai Mbolata sangat indah, saat matahari perlahan menghilang

seolah menenggelamkan dirinya ke dalam lautan, meninggalkan cahaya merah dan kuning keemasan di atas permukaan laut. Selain berwisata ke pantai Mbolata, pengunjung juga bisa menikmati indahnya menunggang kuda di tengah padang savanna yang luas di Mausui, yang berjarak tiga kilometer di sebelah barat Mbolata. Apabila anda terbiasa menunggang kuda, boleh menjelajahi indahnya padang mausui menggunakan sepeda motor atau mobil. Nah di tengah padange, anda bisa leluasa menyaksikan kumpulan hewan ternak seperti sapi, kerbau, dan kuda yang dilepas dan tengah merumput di padang. Puas menyaksikan aktivitas gembala dan hewan ternak ini? Silahkan mampir ke pantai Mausui yang berada di tepi padang rumput itu, dan merasakan indahnya pasir pantai yang putih bersih dan gugusan batu karang di sekitarnya. Lelah berpetualang selama seharian di pantai Mbolata dan Mausui? Nah, waktunya anda beristirahat dan tempat yang paling pas untuk menikmati senja hari dan suasana tepi pantai di malam hari yaitu di Mbolata Cottages. Di sini tersedia

lima buah cottages untuk wisatawan yang hendak menginap, dan sebuah restoran yang tepat berada di tepi pantai untuk menikmati santap malam yang lezat hasil pertanian setempat, dipadu dengan hangatnya minuman Sopi yang dicampur dengan buah segar membuat anda ketagihan untuk menenggaknya. Beristirahat malam, dibawah naungan cottages yang bangunannya sangat ramah lingkungan, karena kayu dari bahan lokal dan atapnya dari rumput ilalang membuat anda seolah-olah sedang memutar waktu, kembali ke tempo dulu, dan menjadikan tidur malam anda begitu lelap dan liburan anda terasa sempurna.



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t was 7am when I and my two friends from East Manggarai Tourism Management Organization (TMO) rushed to Mbolata Beach from Borong, the capital of East Manggarai Regency. It takes about one hour by motorbike to reach the beach, which is located 45 kilometers from Borong. The road to the beach is in good condition and it is also the main route of trans-Flores. Mbolate Beach is located in Wae Lengga, between Bawaja and Borong. It is around 500 meters from Wae Lengga junction to Port Wae Wole. Although the road to the beach is still telford road, it can accommodate two and four-wheel vehicles. The beach is an ideal place for tourists who want to enjoy nature’s beauty and tranquility for it is far from people’s settlement. On weekdays, Mbolata Beach is quiet from tourists’ activity. It is usually crowded during weekends and holiday by visitors from Borong, Bajawa and Ruteng. Just like other tourist destinations in Flores, which offer the touch of local people’s hospitality and nature’s beauty, Mbolata Beach also offers beautiful nature’s panorama and warmness of local people. In the east, we can see Mount Inerie stands magnificently like a pyramid.

Watching the traditional making of Arak Along the way to Mbolata Beach, there are vast rice fields as well as rows of coconut trees and palm trees. Visiting Mbolata Beach provides visitors with opportunity to


“The best place to indulge with nature’s serenity” see the daily activities of the local people such as climbing palm trees for tapping sap. It is going to be an interesting activity to see for they climb the tree fast and without any supporting equipment. More amazingly is that they move from one tree to another without going down first. They just pull some twigs from the next tree and in just a few second, they have moved to the next tree. Sap collected from the trees is taken to the hut for distillation process. The process still uses traditional equipment such as stoneware pottery, bamboo as the distilling pipe and dried twigs as the fuel. The distilled sap is then sold as traditional arak (liquor) called Sopi. Although the level of alcohol is still not known yet, but when we tasted it, it felt warm and has strong smell of palm fruit and alcohol. Sopi is packaged in a 700ml mineral water bottle and sold for Rp 20,000 per bottle. The production of Sopi is able to provide additional source of income for the local people.

The Charms of Mbolata and Mausui Mbolata Beach has become a favorite among local tourists considering its beautiful panorama, white sandy beach, rows of palm and coconut trees along the beach as well as its cleanliness. Not only good for swimming, the beach also offers perfect spot for sunset watching. Only three kilometers to the west of Mbolata Beach, we can enjoy horse riding on a vast savannah located near Mausui Beach. If you’re not confident with horseriding, you can explore the savannah on a bicycle or car. There, you can see cows, buffaloes and horses grassing in the middle of the savannah. Mausui Beach also offers pretty panorama with white sand and cluster of rocks. Getting tired after exploring Mbolata and Mausui Beach? It is time for having a rest and Mbolata Cottage is a perfect choice for that. There are five cottages available and a restaurant located on the beachside. It is perfect venue for having dinner. Menu served is made from fresh local products and your dinner is even warmer with a glass of Sopi mixed with fresh fruits. It would be a great experience to stay in a cottage built with environmentally friendly materials such as local timber and thatch. The ambience brings every guest to the past time.


PERMAINAN

CACI

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Sportivitas dan Heroisme Lelaki Manggarai

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aci merupakan sebuah permainan adu ketangkasan antara lelaki Manggarai dalam mencambuk dan menangkis cambukan lawan secara bergantian. Permainan Caci dipadu dengan seni tari, dan seni suara. Tarian Caci terlihat begitu heroik dan indah karena merupakan kombinasi antara keindahan gerak tubuh, dan keunikan busana yang dikenakan, serta ketangkasan dalam mencambuk atau menangkis cambukan lawan. Pemain Caci dibekali kemampuan olah vokal untuk bernyanyi, dimana setelah menangkis cambukan lawan seorang pemain Caci secara spontan bernyanyi dan menyampaikan Paci. Paci merupakan ungkapan berisi nama samaran atau alias dari pemain Caci tersebut yang berisi ungkapan tentang keberadaan dirinya, siapa dia atau sosok yang dia dambakan. Tujuan dari Paci yaitu untuk memotivasi atau meggelorakan semangat dari dalam diri serta untuk mempengaruhi lawan. Kostum yang dikenakan pemain Caci sangat atraktif dan melambangkan keunikan dan karakter budaya yang dimiliki oleh orang Manggarai seperti: “Panggal” (penutup kepala) berbentuk tanduk kerbau dan salah satu lambang yang ditempatkan pada bagian kerucut atap rumah adat Manggarai. Melambangkan “Rang” (kewibawaan, kharisma dan kekuatan) orang Manggarai. “Ndeki” (berbentuk kuncir kuda) terbuat dari rotan yang dipilin dengan bulu ekor

kuda, ditempatkan pada bagian pinggang, melambangkan kejantanan dan keperkasaan, pesona dan daya pikat lelaki Manggarai, sebagaimana seekor kuda jantan yang mengangkat ekor untuk memikat daya tarik sang betina. Sementara itu Sarung Songke yang diikat sepanjang lutut, melambangkan kesantunan dan sikap patuh orang Manggarai. Celana panjang putih melambangkan kepolosan, kemurahan dan ketulusan hati. Tubi Rapa yang dikenakan sebagai manikmanik yang diikat pada bagian bawa dagu melambangkan kebesaran dan keagungan

lelaki Manggarai. Nggorong (gemerincing) digelantungkan pada bagian belakang pinggang melambangkan pesona dan daya pikat. Selendang Leros dililit di pinggang dan dijuntai pada bagian depan sarung melambangkan kehormatan. Perlengkapan permainan Caci seperti Larik (Cambuk) terbuat dari kulit kerbau dan dipilin dengan anyaman rotan pada ujungnya. Nggiling (perisai) terbuat dari kulit kerbau untuk menangkis cambukan lawan, Agang (berbentuk busur) terbuat dari rotan atau dahan bambu dipakai untuk menangkis atau menahan gempuran lawan.



“Simbol dan makna permainan Caci” Caci berasal dari dua suku kata yaitu Ca (satu) Ci (ujian atau cobaan) Caci berarti suatu ujian atau cobaan. Ujian yang dimaksudkan di sini yaitu ujian karakter dan sportivitas antar lelaki Manggarai. Betapapun perihnya luka yang disayat oleh cambukan dalam permainan Caci, namun tidak ada dendam antara pemain Caci. Bahkan darah dan keringat yang dikucurkan pada saat permainan Caci berlangsung dipercaya memberikan kesuburan dan mendatangkan hasil panen yang berlimpah. Dahulu kala apabila terjadi sengketa antar


kampung, dan tidak kunjung ada penyelesaian yang bisa mendamaikan keduanya, maka langkah selanjutnya dilakukan Caci. Melalui permainan Caci, sengketa tersebut bisa diatasi dan dapat mendamaikan keduanya. Permainan Caci dilakukan antara dua kelompok dari dua kampung yang berbeda. Permainan Caci juga bisa dilakukan antara Anak Rona (keluarga pemberi pengantin wanita) dan Anak Wina (keluarga pengantin peria). Kelompok tamu disebut “Meka Landang” sedangkan tuan rumah disebut “Mori Beo”. Pada saat pemain Caci beradu di dalam arena, peserta lain baik tamu maupun tuan rumah, pria dan wanita yang berada di luar arena melakukan Danding (bernyanyi lagu Manggarai dalam bentuk lingkaran dengan gerakan berputar) disertai gerakan tarian Sae oleh sepasang pria dan wanita di tengah lingkaran. Sementara itu

beberapa wanita duduk berkelompok sambil memukul gong dan gendang yang bertalu-talu untuk menyorakkan suasana. Sasaran cambukan dari pemain Caci adalah bagian badan sebelah atas dari perut hingga kepala. Pemukulan di bagian bawah perut dianggap pelanggaran. Apabila mengenai wajah dinamai Beke. Pemain Caci yang mengalami Beke dinyatakan kalah, harus keluar dari arena permainan, pulang ke rumah atau ke kampung halamannya. Permainan Caci dipertunjukkan pada upacara Penti (syukuran setelah panen), Pesso Beo (selamatan kampung), menyambut pengantin baru, menyambut tamu penting, dan dalam upacara gembira lain seperti Perayaan Hari Ulang Tahun Kemerdekaan. Anda tertarik menyaksikan heroiknya permainan Caci? Mari berwisata ke Kabupaten Manggarai Timur. ***


THE GAME OF

CACI Sportsmanship and Heroism of Manggarai Men

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aci is a game of dexterity among Manggarai men. In this game, the players alternately whip and fend off the opponent’s lashes. Caci game is combined with the art of dance and music. The dance looks so heroic and beautiful because it is a combination of the beauty of the gestures, and the uniqueness of the clothing worn, and agility in whipping or fending off the lashing of the opponents. Caci’s players are equipped with vocal skill for singing for they have to sing spontaneously after fending off the lashes of other players and then deliver Paci. Paci is an expression containing a pseudonym or alias of the oppononent that contains the phrase about him, his whereabouts, characteristics and a figure that he dreams of. The purpose of Paci is to motivate or grow the spirit of the players and to persuade the opponent. The costumes worn by the players of Caci are very attractive and symbolize uniqueness and cultural character possessed by the Manggarai people like: “Panggal” (a head scarf) with the shape of buffalo horn and one of the symbols which is placed on the roof of Manggarai traditional house , symbolizing “Rang” (authority, charisma and strength) of Manggarai people. “Ndeki” (shape of ponytail) made of rattan twisted with horsetail is placed on the waist, symbolizing masculinity and strength, charm and allure of Manggarai men. Meanwhile the sarong of Songke tied at knee length. It symbolizes modesty and subservience of Manggarai people. White trousers symbolize innocence, generosity and sincerity. Tubi Rapa which is worn as beads tied together under the chin and it symbolizes the greatness and majesty of Manggarai men. Nggorong (clattering) is

hung at the back waist and symbolizes the charm and allure. Leros shawl is wrapped around the waist and let it hang loose on the front side of the sarong to symbolize honor. The equipment for Caci consists of Larik (whip) which is made from buffalo skin with plaited rattan on the tip, Nggiling (shield) which is made from buffalo skin to fend off the opponent’s attack and Agang (arch) which is made from rattan or bamboo and used to fend of opponent’s attack.

Symbol and Meaning of Caci Caci consists of two syllables, namely Ca (one) and Ci (test or trial). Thus, Caci means a test or a trial. The test here is meant to test the characteristics and sportsmanship among the Manggarai men. No matter how painful the wound caused by the whip in Caci game, there should not be any resentment among the players. Blood and sweat poured during the game are believed to provide fertility and bring abundant harvest. Long time ago, when there was a dispute between villages and reconciliation could not be reached, and then Caci was done to resolve the dispute.

Through this game, the dispute was resolved. Caci is done by two groups from two different villages. It can also be done by Anak Rona (family of the bride) and Anak Wina (family of the groom). The guest group is called Meka Ladang and the host is called Mori Beo. During the game, other participants, both guests and host are doing Danding (standing in a circle and singing Manggarai song). The singing is accompanied by Sae dance performed by a man and a woman in the center of the circle. A group of women sit in group and play gong and drum to enliven the game. The target of the whipping in Caci game is upper body from stomach to the head. Hitting the part under the stomach is considered to be a violation. When the whip hits the face, it is called Beke. The player who gets Beke is lost and should be out of the arena and return to his house or village. Caci is performed during Penti (celebration after harvest), Pesso Beo (village celebration), welcoming new married couple, welcoming important guests and other celebrations such as birthday and Independence Day. Are you interested in watching Caci game? Let’s go to East Manggarai! . *** 33 | Paradiso Special, 2016


MENIKMATI MENIKMATI SENSUALNYA SENSUALNYA BIBIR PANTAI PANTAI BIBIR CEPI WATU CEPI WATU “

Pantai Cepi Watu memiliki bibir pantai yang berpasir putih dan juga susunan batu-batu. Namun di saat-saat tertentu batu-batunya tidak kelihatan. Yang nampak hanya bentangan pasir putih di sepanjang pantai. Ada siklus pergantian antar pasir putih dengan batu. Inilah misteri dan uniknya Pantai Cepi Watu yang menggoda pengunjung untuk menyingkap tabirnya.”

Berada di tepi selatan Kota Borong, Ibukota Kabupaten Manggarai Timur, menyajikan pemandangan pantai yang luar biasa indahnya. Pantai itu diberi nama Cepi Watu. Tidak diketahui pasti, kapan dan mengapa diberi nama Cepi Watu, yang pasti, Pantai Cepi Watu berarti banyak batu atau pantai yang memiliki banyak batu. Apakah memang demikian? Nyatanya, di bagian barat pantai Cepi Watu sekitar sepanjang 1km terdapat tumpukan batubatu berukuran besar. Namun di bagian timur sepanjang 3km terpat hamparan pasir putih di sepanjang pantai. Saat tertentu, batu-batu itu tidak kelihatan. Yang nampak hanya pasir putih di sepanjang pantai. Ada siklus pergantian antar pasir putih dengan batu, manakala terjadi pergantian musim, 34 | Paradiso Special, 2016

Inilah godaan yang menarik minat pengunjung ke Cepi Watu. Panorama Pantai Cepi Watu selalu memanjakan mata, meneduhkan hati dan menggoda imaji. Tak heran bila berada di Pantai Cepi Watu selalu meninggalkan kesan mendalam. Rasanya ingin berlamalama di pantai itu. Betapa tidak. Di pantai itu kita melepaskan lelah dan mengalami kepuasan batin. Deburan ombak pecah memelas. Perahu nelayan hilir mudik mencari ikan dan angkuhnya Poco Ndeki di timur Cepi Watu menambah pesona indahnya pantai. Apalagi pemandangan temaran senja merayap tenggelam di balik Pulau Mules menambah asrinya pantai itu. Tak jauh dari Cepi Watu terdapat desiran air yang mengalir dari muara dua sungai Wae Reca dan Wae Bobo. Selain mandi, kita bisa menyisir pantai pasir putih hingga muara dua sungai itu, di bawah teduhnya pepohonan yang rimbun di sepanjang pantai. Pendek kata, godaan sensual bibir Pantai Cepi Watu memberi nuansa berbeda bagi setiap pengunjungnya. Panorama pantai Cepi Watu sudah lama dinikmati para pengunjungnya. Namun baru mendapat paerhatian serius sejak Manggarai Timur berdiri otonom. Langkah-

langkah pembenahan terus ditingkatkan. Ada pelataran parkir kendaraan, panggung pementasan seni budaya, kantor pengelola, tempat mandi, wc umum dan sarana termpat bermain bagi anak-anak, serta warung makan. Adapula kafe dan karaoke, tempat rekrekreasi yang dibuka di malam hari. Tidak sulit menjangkau Pantai Cepi Watu. Dari pusat Kota Borong bisa menggunakan sepeda motor atau mobil dengan waktu tempuh sekitar 10 menit. Kita bisa berenang, bermain di pasir pantai, atau sekedar duduk di bawah teduhnya pepohonan dan merasakan segarnya udara pantai sambil menikmati fasilitas yang ada. Tak perlu risau tentang kebutuhan makanan ringan atu air minum mineral. Semua tersedia. Pedagang-pedagang kecil menjajakkan kebutuhan para pengunjungnya. Ada pula pedagang yang menyiapkan kelapa muda, aneka minuman dingin, dan jus buah. Mau menghidangkan makan siang yang lebih asyik? Silahkan membeli ikan segar di pasar Borong, atau yang kebetulan warawiri di pantai Cepi Watu. Lalu bentangkan tikar, dan gelar barbeque ria di pasir pantai, di bawah teduhnya pepohonan. Hmm, asyik kan, Anda mau coba? Datang saja ke pantai Cepi Watu. ***


ENJOYING THE EXOTICISM OF CEPI WATU BEACH

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Cepi Watu Beach has white sand and layers of stones. The stones, at certain time, cannot be seen because they are covered by white sand. The uniqueness of the beach has attracted many visitors to reveal the mystery. “

Situated in the southern tip of Borong city, the capital of East Manggarai Regency Cepi Watu Beach offers stunning natural panorama. It is not known yet when and how the name was given, but it probably means a beach with many stones. Is it true? The fact is that in the western part of Cepi Watu Beach as long as around one kilometer, there are layer of big stones.

However, in the eastern part as long as 3 kilometers, there is a stretch of white sand along the beach. At certain time, the stones cannot be seen for it is covered by white sand. There is a cycle of white sand and stones, which is affected by the changing of season. This is the uniqueness that attracts many people to visit Cepi Watu Beach. The natural beauty of Cepi Watu Beach has always successfully attracted people to visit and no wonder that every visit always leaves deep impression. Not only the nature’s charms, but also the activities of the fishermen can become interesting thing to see and enjoy. The sun sets behind Mules Island adding more beauty to the beach. Not far from Cepi Watu Beach, water flows from two rivers, Wae Reca and Wae Bobo. There are several activities that we can do on Cepi Watu Beach. In addition to swimming, we can also walk along the beach up to the estuary of the two rivers. If you are too lazy to walk, then sitting under the trees that grow along the beach can be chosen as an alternative. Cepi Watu Beach provides different nuance for different visitors. Cepi Watu Beach has gained popularity among the local people for quite a long time. However, it has just got serious

attention since East Manggarai gains its autonomy. Efforts to develop the area are carried out continuously. Now, there are parking area, a stage for art and cultural performance, operational office, public toilet, children playground and restaurant. There are also cafes, karaoke and recreational places, which are open in the evening. It is not difficult to reach Cepi Watu Beach. It is only 10 minutes away by motorbike or car. Food and drink sellers can easily be found around the beach. It would be perfect to enjoy the beauty of the beach while drinking fresh young coconut juice cold drink or fruit juice. Seeking for delicious lunch? Fresh fish can be bought at Borong market. Don’t think twice. Just pack your luggage and explore the beauty and uniqueness of Cepi Watu Beach.



PANTAI

LEWE

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Keindahan dan ketenangan yang ditawarkan Pantai Laing Lewe memberi keleluasaan bagi pengunjung untuk menikmati liburan yang penuh ekspresi tanpa terganggu oleh aktivitas pengunjung lain”. Kabupaten Manggarai Timur adalah artis baru dalam panggung wisata Indonesia, keindahan alamnya yang masih belum terjamah adalah salah satu daya tarik terbesar bagi para pengunjung. Salah satu yang diimpikan wisatawan yaitu langit biru, pantai berpasir putih, dan air laut yang jernih. Pantai Laing Lewe merupakan salah satu perwujudan dari pantai impian, suasana pantainya sepi, memiliki pasir putih dan halus, dan air laut yang sangat jernih dan tenang. Meskipun memiliki panorama alam yang indah, pantai Laing Lewe jauh dari hingar bingar riuhnya wisatawan massal (mass tourism) layaknya pantai-pantai lain yang sudah terkenal. Karena itu apabila berlibur ke sana seolah-olah anda berada di pantai atau pulau yang anda miliki (private beach). Dengan demikian anda bisa begitu bebas dan lapang untuk berlibur, mengekspresikan diri anda di tengah indahnya pantai pasir putih, teduhnya pohon cemara di sepanjang pantai, seteduh air lautnya yang begitu tenang. 36 | Paradiso Special, 2016

Letak pantai Lewe yang berada jauh dari pemukiman penduduk merupakan salah satu keuntungannya tersendiri, sehingga terbebas dari masalah sampah, dan riuhnya aktivitas penduduk. Akses jalan raya juga cukup jauh sekitar 3km dari pantai Laing Lewe dan dibatasi oleh kawasan hutan, sehingga dari jalan raya harus melewati jalan setapak yang agak curam. Lalu bagaimana menuju ke pantai? Cara yang paling mudah sejauh ini melewati jalur laut atau menggunakan perahu bermotor. Kampung terdekat menuju ke pantai Laing Lewe yaitu dari Dampek, sebuah kampung nelayan, yang berada di sebelah barat pantai Laing Lewe. Perjalanan menggunakan perahu bermotor memiliki daya tarik tersendiri, selain berinteraksi dengan nelayan yang banyak mengetahui keindahan bawah laut dan aneka ekosistem di dalamnya, anda juga berkesempatan untuk melihat langsung panorama alam sepanjang perjalanan seperti keindahan tanjung Kurbaja yang memiliki beranekaragam ikan hias dan terumbu karang, yang dapat anda saksikan dari atas perahu motor. Perlu diketahui juga bahwa di sekitar pantai Laing Lewe tepatnya di Teluk Ninge, terdapat situs bekas kampung tua yang dulu tenggelam karena diterjang tsunami. Di teluk Ninge ini pada saat sail Indonesia berlangsung sering disinggahi kapal-kapal sail untuk diving dan

snorkeling. Perjalanan menggunakan perahu bermotor dari kampung Dampek menuju Pantai Laing Lewe membutuhkan waktu sekitar tigapuluh menit. Sepanjang jalan, tersaji panorama tepi pantai yang indah dengan tebing-tebing karang yang menjulang dan kokoh mempertahankan wilayahnya dari serbuan gelombang, khususnya pada musim angin barat. Setelah melewati Tanjung Kurbaja, dari atas perahu anda akan terpesona menyaksikan indahnya Pantai Laing Lewe dengan pasir putih yang terbentang jauh, sepadan dengan namanya Laing Lewe (pasir panjang). Air laut yang berwarna biru dan dipadu hijau tosqa juga membelai lembut mengitari bibir pantai. Pantai Laing Lewe berada di sebelah utara Kaupaten Manggarai Timur, di wilayah Kecamatan Lamba Leda. Pantai Laing Lewe berada sejauh 85km dari Borong, kota Kabupaten Manggarai Timur dan bisa ditempuh dalam waktu tiga jam menuju kampung Dampek. Selanjutnya dari Dampek menuju pantai Laing Lewe menggunakan perahu motor sekitar setengah jam dengan biaya sewa perahu sekitar Rp 300.000 PP. Nah, anda ingin menikmati liburan di pantai yang indah tanpa terganggu oleh pengunjung yang lain? Laing Lewe harus menjadi pilihan anda.


EWE LBEACH

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Beauty and serenity offered by Laing Lewe Beach provides freedom to every visitor to enjoy full-of-expression holiday without being interrupted by the activities of other visitors.” East Manggarai Regency is a new prima donna in tourism industry in Indonesia. Its unspoiled natural beauty is the biggest attraction for the visitors. Blue sky, white sandy beach and crystal clear water that every tourist dreamt of can all be found here. Laing Lewe Beach is truly a dream beach with its quiet surrounding; sparkling white sand and crystal clear water. Although it has stunning natural pan-

orama, Laing Lewe Beach is far from the hustle and bustle of mass tourism like other popular beaches. Therefore, spending holiday on the beach seems to be having a private beach. You are free to express yourself and explore the beach. Its location, which is far from residential area, has become an advantage. It makes Laing Lewe Beach free from trash problem and the crowd of people’s daily activities. The main road is quite far from the beach, around 3 kilometers away and bounded by forest area. Thus, visitors should go through a quite steep path to reach the beach. The easiest way to reach the beach is through sea route by motorboat. Dampek is a fishing village as well as the closest village to Laing Lewe Beach, which is located in the west of the beach. Going by a motorboat can be very interesting because in addition to the interaction with the fishermen who know a lot about the underwater beauty and various ecosystems there, visitors also get a chance to directly see the natural panorama along the trip such as Cape Kurbaja which has wide range of decorative fish and coral reef. There is also an old village located in Ninge Bay, which has already sunk due to tsunami disaster. During Sail Indonesia, Ninge Bay is often visited by

participants of the event for diving and snorkeling. It takes around 30 minutes to reach Laing Lewe Beach from Dampek village. Along the way there, we can see solid cliff which protects the beach from strong current especially during west monsoon season. Laing Lewe Beach is located in the northern part of East Manggarai Regency, in Lamba Leda district. It is about 85 kilometer from Boron, the capital of East Manggarai Regency. It takes 3 hours to reach Dampek village and another 30 minutes to reach the beach by motorboat from Dampek village. It costs around Rp 300,000 for a return trip from Dampek. If holiday without disturbance from other tourists is your preference, then Laing Lewe Beach is a perfect choice for you.



DANAU RANA MESE

“Pesona Peri Cantik Dibalik Rimbunnya Hutan”

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agi Anda yang pernah melanglang buana ke Flores menyusuri jalan darat dari Labuan Bajo ke Ende atau sebaliknya, pasti melewati kawasan hutan Poco Ranaka dan Mandosawu yang cukup lebat. Ya, kawasan hutan ini merupakan bagian dari hutan lindung di dalam Taman Wisata Alam Ruteng yang membentang luas, mencakup dua wilayah hutan di Kabupaten Manggarai dan Manggarai Timur seluas 32.248ha. Nah, di dalam kawasan hutan ini, tersembunyi dibalik rimbunnya pepohonan dan selimut kabut yang saban hari selalu mengitari kawasan hutan ini, khususnya di senja hari, nampaklah sebuah danau yang cukup luas, eksotis dan menggugah decak kagum.


Danau ini dinamai Rana Mese, atau danau besar, dalam bahasa Manggarai Rana berarti danau atau telaga, dan Mese berarti besar atau luas. Sepintas terlihat bahwa danau Rana Mese cukup luas, dengan luas kawasan danau sekitar 5ha. Danau Rana Mese dikelilingi kawasan hutan dan tebing curam dengan kedalaman yang berfariasi berkisar 5 hingga 100m dari permukaan air, sehingga menyerupai sebuah kawah besar, bekas gunung berapi. Mungkin saja, ribuan atau bahkan jutaan tahun lalu, telah terjadi letusan gunung berapi yang menyebabkan terjadinya kawah danau ini. Mengingat anak gunung Ranaka atau Nampar Nos yang berada di dalam kawasan hutan ini pernah meletus tahun 1987 dan masih

aktif hingga sekarang. Meskipun tebing di sekitar danau cukup curam, namun masih dapat dilewati sebagai jalur trecking untuk dapat berkeliling dan menikmati keindahan danau. Danau Rana Mese merupakan salah satu penyangga kehidupan bagi ribuan warga di sekitar danau. Betapa tidak, air yang menglair dari dalam danau Rana Mese merupakan sumber air minum dan irigasi bagi ribuan hektar lahan persawahan setempat. Belum terhitung berbagai jenis ekosistem seperti ikan, belut, udang, dan kepiting yang ada di dalam danau Rana Mese dan di sepanjang kali Wae Laku yang mengalir dari Rana Mese, yang dimanfaatkan sebagai sumber nutrisi bagi warga setempat.


PEREBUTAN WILAYAH ANTARA PERI Penduduk di sekitar danau Rana Mese, juga menamai danau ini Molas Poco yang berarti gadis hutan, merujuk pada kecantikan dan keindahan danau ini. Sebutan Molas Poco ini juga merupakan euphemisme dari Peri cantik yang konon dipercaya mendiami danau ini. Menurut cerita legenda, dahulu kala peri di danau Rana Mese bersahabat dengan manusia. Mereka bahkan pernah meminta bantuan manusia untuk berperang melawan peri lain yang mendiami sebuah danau bernama Rana Hembok, yang berada di sebelah timur dari danau Rana Mese. Mereka berperang untuk memperluas wilayah kekuasaan, dimana sebelumnya danau Rana Hembok lebih luas dari danau Rana Mese. Senjata yang dipakai oleh peri dari danau Rana Hembok untuk berperang adalah udang dan belut yang bagi mereka merupakan pisau dan tombak. Dengan demikian mereka dengan mudah ditaklukan oleh manusia, karena binatang tersebut hanya merupakan lauk yang lezat yang senantiasa diinginkan manusia. Setelah ditaklukan, danau Rana Hembok kemudian berubah menjadi sebuah danau kecil, sementara itu danau Rana Mese berubah menjadi danau yang luas seperti sekarang ini. Entah bagaimana kebenaran dari cerita legenda ini, yang jelas terlihat bahwa danau Ranamese mamang indah, bagaikan peri

yang cantik yang bersembunyi dibalik rindang dan hijaunya pepohonan dan kabut tipis yang senantiasa menggelayut di atas permukaan danau. Danau Ranamese dan kawasan hutan di sekelilingnya merupakan objek wisata yang menyenangkan. Selain menjadi andalan bagi Kabupaten Manggarai Timur, tempat ini juga menyajikan panorama alam yang sayang untuk Anda lewatkan. Sekadar duduk-duduk di pinggiran danau atau memancing ikan air tawar di danau bersama teman atau keluarga, merupakan hal yang sering dilakukan oleh wisatawan jika berkunjung ke danau ini. Karena berada di dalam kawasan hutan, udara di Rana Mese cukup dingin, hingga mencapai 15 derajat Celcius terutama pada

sore dan malam hari. Semilir angin bertiup perlahan membuat badan terasa segar saat mampir di tepi danau. Banyak pengunjung yang terpesona dengan aneka flora dan fauna di dalam kawasan hutan Rana Mese. Untuk menyaksikannya cukup mengitari kawasan danau menelusuri jalan setapak sambil melihat aneka tumbuhan langka seperti anggrek hutan, dan beberapa burung migran yang berkicau riuh di dalam hutan. Anda juga bisa menaiki sampan kecil milik untuk berkeliling menyaksikan keindahan danau dari berbagai sisi yang berbeda. Jadi, jika Anda berkunjung ke Flores, tepatnya di Kabupaten Manggarai Timur, silahkan mampir dan nikmati indahnya alam di danau Ranamese ini.



LAKE RANA MESE

“The Charm of Beautiful Fairy behind a Dense Forest”

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or those who have explored Flores via land route from Labuan Bajo to Ende and vice versa must have passed the area of Poco Ranak and Mandosawo forest, which is quite dense. The area is part of the conservation forest in the Nature Park of Ruteng. The park covers two forest areas of 32,248 hectares in Manggarai and East Manggarai Regency. Behind the trees and fog that surrounds the area almost every day, especially in the evening, we can see an exotic lake that one should not miss. It is Lake Rana Mese. In Manggarai language Rana means lake and mese means big or wide. The lake covers an area of around 5 hectares and is surrounded by forest area and steep cliff with a width around 5 to 100 meters from the sea surface that makes it looks like a huge crater. It is possible that thousands or millions of years ago, there was volcano eruption, which created the crater lake. It is also considering that Mount Ranaka or Nampar Nos, which is located in this forest area, was erupted in 1987 and is still active until now. Although the cliff around the lake is quite steep, it is still passable as part of the tracking route to enjoy the beauty of the lake. 40 | Paradiso Special, 2016

Lake Rana Mese is one of the life supports for thousands of people who live around the lake. The water flows from the lake is the source of drinking water and irrigation for thousands of hectares of rice field in the surrounding areas. It is also the habitat for various ecosystems such as eel, shrimp and crab, which can be found in Lake Rana Mese and along the river of Wae Laku. Territorial Competition among the Fairies People who live around Lake Rana Mese also called it Molas Poco, which means a forest girl. It refers to the beauty and charms of the lake. Molas Poco is also a euphemism of a beautiful fairy that is believed to reside in the lake. Based on the legend, once upon a time, the fairies of Lake Rana Mese befriended with humans. They even had asked humans to help them in a war against other fairies that inhabited another lake called Lake Rana Hembok, which is located in the east of Lake Rana Mese. They had a war to expand their territory as that time Lake Rana Hembok was bigger than Lake Rana Mese. The weapons used by the fairies of Lake Rana Hembok in the war were shrimp and eel which served

as knife and spear. Thus, it was easier for the humans to defeat the fairies as those animals were delicious side dishes for them. After being defeated in the war, Lake Rana Hambok became a small lake and Lake Rana Mese became a big lake like now. Regardless the legend, Lake Rana Mese is indeed very beautiful just like a fairy that hides behind the trees and mist. Lake Rana Mese and the surrounding forest are must visit tourist destination. Being the main tourist attraction in East Manggarai Regency, the lake offers stunning natural panorama that should not be missed. Visitors can just sitting on the edge of the lake while enjoying the panorama or fishing. Located in the forest area, the weather around the lake is quite cold and can reach 15°C especially in the evening and at night. The flora and fauna in the forest area are also interesting to see. They are for sure will amaze visitors with their uniqueness such as rare forest orchids and a number of migratory birds. You can walk around the lake through the trail or sail on a small boat to enjoy the beauty of the lake from different sides of the lake.


GEREJA LENGKO AJANG “Ketika Arsitektur Eropa Berpadu Kearifan Lokal Manggarai”

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ejarah Gereja Lengko Ajang tidak bisa lepas dari sejarah penyebaran agama Katolik di Manggarai Raya. Misionaris Katolik pertama kali masuk ke Manggarai pada tahun 1911 melalui jalur laut. Mereka adalah para pastor Jesuit dari Batavia yang menyeberangi lautan menggunakan kapal kayu untuk mencari daerah misi baru. Sampailah mereka pada suatu daerah pelabuhan di utara Manggarai yang bernama Reok. Pada tahun yang sama, para pastor Jesuti ini melakukan pembaptisan pada tiga orang Manggarai yang pertama menganut ajaran Katolik di Reok. Segera setalah itu penyebaran agama Katolik dilakukan dari pesisir pantai hingga

ke wilayah pedalaman Manggarai Raya termasuk di Lengko Ajang. Gereja Lengko Ajang merupakan Gereja Katolik tertua di Kabupaten Manggarai Timur dan salah satu Gereja yang tertua di wilayah Keuskupan Ruteng. Gereja ini merupakan peninggalan dari misionaris Belanda yang menyebar hampir ke seluruh daratan Flores. Gereja Lengko Ajang dibangun pada tahun 1926 oleh Almarhum Pater Wilhelmus Jansen, SVD. Semenjak dibangun gereja ini menjadi sebuah paroki dan pusat kegiatan keagamaan bagi umat Katolik di wilayah Lengko Ajang dan sekitarnya. Gereja Lengko Ajang Memiliki nama pelindung Santa Theresia. Bangunan Gereja Lengko Ajang bebentuk traditional gothic, dan merupakan perpaduan yang asri dari karya arsitektur Eropa dan rumah tradiosional Manggarai yang disebut Mbaru Gendang atau Mbaru Niang. Secara umum terlihat bangunan gereja Lengko Ajang berbentuk bundar dan beratap runcing menyerupai bangunan gereja di Eropa, demikianpula dengan bentuk Mbaru Gendang. Konstruksi tiang penopang atap pada bagian kubah utama menyerupai sarang laba-laba yang lazim ditemukan pada rumah adat Manggarai. Filosofi sarang laba-laba atau disebut model pembagian lahan pertanian tradisional di Manggarai (lodok lingko) ini merupakan

lambang persatuan, keadilan, dan keuletan atau kebulatan tekad orang Manggarai. Semula, atap bangunan Gereja ini dibangun dari ijuk seperti pada rumah-rumah adat Manggarai, namun seiring berjalannya waktu, ijuk yang dijadikan atap bangunan tersebut lapuk sehingga menyebabkan kebocoran di mana-mana, dan cukup sulit untuk diganti, sehingga atap ijuk tersebut diganti dengan sink hingga sekarang. Gereja Lengko Ajang memiliki lima buah kubah dan masing-masing kubah berdiri kokoh sebuah salib di atasnya. Panjang bangunan Gereja Lengko Ajang 30 meter dan lebar 16 meter, sedangkan tinggi bangunan gereja 18 meter. Apabila berkesempatan berkunjung ke Gereja Lengko Ajang, dari atas bukit sudah kelihatan sebuah bangunan yang sangat menonjol dengan atapnya yang runcing. Begitu memasuki Gereja, kita merasakan suasana yang damai dan tenang. Selain mengunjungi Gereja tua ini, kita juga bisa melihat aktivitas warga setempat yang masih mengelola pertanian secara tradisional seperti membajak sawah, merawat tanaman dan mengelola hasil kopi yang masih dilakukan secara tradisional. Kita juga bisa melihat ibu rumah tangga yang sedang menenun kain kain Songke yang disebut Punca Teti dengan corak dan warna khas masyarakat Lengko Ajang. 41 | Paradiso Special, 2016


LENGKO AJANG CHURCH When European Architecture Blends with the Local Wisdom of Manggarai

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he history of Lengko Ajang Church cannot be separated from the spread of Catholic in Manggarai Raya. The first Catholic missionaries entered Manggarai in 1911 through the sea route. They were Jesuit pastors from Batavia who crossed the sea using wooden boat in order to find new missionary areas. They finally arrived in a coastal area in the north of Manggarai named Reok. In the same year, the Jesuit pastors baptized the first three people who followed Catholic teaching in Reok. Soon after that, the spread of Catholic religion was carried out from the coastal area to the isolated area of


Manggarai Raya, including Lengko Ajang. The Church of Lengko Ajang is the oldest Catholic Church in East Manggarai Regency and one of the oldest churches in the Ruteng Diocese. This church is a relic of the Dutch missionary who spread Catholic religion across Flores. Lengko Ajang Church was built in 1926 by the late Frater Wilhelmus Jansen, SVD. Ever since, the church has become a parish and center of religious activities for Catholics in Lengko Ajang area and its surroundings. Lengko Ajang Church has Patron Saint Therese as the guardian. The church was built in traditional gothic

style and it is a beautiful blend between European architecture and traditional house of Manggarai called Mbaru Gendang or Mbaru Niang. In general, the church has round shape and pointed roof that resembles churches in Europe as well as the shape of Mbaru Gendang. Stanchion construction of the main dome resembles a spider web, which is commonly found in traditional house of Manggarai. The spider web philosophy or also the model of the traditional division of agricultural land called Lodok Lingko is a symbol of unity, justice and tenacity of Manggarai people. Originally, the church had thatched roof just like traditional houses in Manggarai. However, as time goes by, the thatched roof was rotten and caused leaking here and there. It was quite difficult to repair it. Therefore, the thatched roof is replaced with zinc until now. The Church of Lengko Ajang has five domes and on each dome there is a cross. The length of the building is 30meters and the width is 16 meters while the height is 18 meters. If you have time to visit Lengko Ajang Church, the building which has pointed roof can be seen from the hill. Entering the church, we can feel the atmosphere of peacefulness and serenity. In addition to visiting the church, we can also see the activities of the local people who still maintain their farm traditionally. The activity of the local women weaving traditional fabric called Punca Teti with its special Lengko Ajang’s motif and colors is something that should not be missed.

Alor - Island

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lor is the least visited and are therefore the most unspoiled regions of East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Trek to the rim of Pantar volcano, visit dive the straits of Alor at a dive destination rated by all to be amongst the best in the world. Alor Island regency is the least visited and therefore the most unspoiled region of Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT). Trek to the rim of a volcano on Pantar or dive the straits of Alor and Pantar in a dive destination rated by all to be amongst the best in the world. Ponder on the existence of the Moko drums, which are not found in large numbers anywhere else in Indonesia and can be traced back to the Dongson period in Vietnam around 350 BC and you start to realize that Alor is truly a land lost in time. Alor diving is known as the best in the world With its smoldering Volcanoes reaching down into crystal clear waters fringed with pristine coral reefs, coconut fringed

pure white sandy beaches and traditional villages built half way up mountains, the scenery is as spectacular above as it is below the waterline. Alor Island is so mountainous that it is almost impossible to pass from one side to the other and many of the villages on the island itself can only transport themselves via small wooden ferries. The eight distinct dialects and more than 50 sub-dialects spoken today, testifies to the diversity on Alor. Alor traditional culture has been influ-

enced over the ages by the Indian, Chinese and Javanese traders as well as by the Islamic and Christian religions. This can be seen in the silk thread woven into the original weavings and the mix of Mosques and Christian churches dotted throughout the Island. The traditional dances, Ikat weavings motifs and the varies architectural style greatly from area to area. With more than a dozen traditional villages within one hours drive from the capital Kalabahi - Alor is a cultural tourists heaven. ***


Sumba Island

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ne of the beautiful beaches in East Nusa Tenggara is Ratenggaro Beach. This beach is a combination of natural tourism and culture because near the beach there is a traditional village site named Kampung Ratenggaro with unique and historic old stone tomb right on the beach. Ratenggaro Beach has big wave with long roll, and it is suitable to those who love surfing. Unfortunately, there is no facility for this activity. This is become a big duty for local government. The enchantment of the beach is not only from its beach, but visitors who come to Retanggaro can see ruin of tomb from megalithic era, or about 4,500 years ago. Ratenggaro beach is still natural and so clean beach. The coastline is signed by white sand and facing to crystal water. The sound of wave’s water can be heard from the next village. Every evening, there are local residents visiting the beach. When you come to this beach, or around Sumba Island, you are sug-


gested to wear closed shoes. This is needed to avoid you from tetanus. One of uniqueness of the beach is that Ratenggaro is located right to estuary of river with blue water. Ratenggaro Beach exists at Ratenggaro village, Kodi Bangedo sub-district, Southwest Sumba regency, East Nusa Tenggara province, Indonesia. From Tambolaka City, it takes 48 km. The infrastructure toward the beach is smooth and it takes around 1.5 hour from Waikabubak City. If you want to take public transportation, there is bus and mini bus to Bondo Kodi. Then, you can continue your trip by motorcycle. If you want alternative way, you can take travel agent to come to Ratenggaro Beach. Along the road toward the beach, you will see hardwood trees for about 2 km long. Arrived at Ratenggaro Beach, the first impression is about ethnic atmosphere. It is because you will pass many traditional villages. When you come there, you are not only

enjoy its beach, but you can enjoy the culture. Firstly, you can spend your time to amaze the beauty of panorama. Blue water and powerful wave become a perfect combination for those who love nature and surfing. But, you must be a professional swimmer because there is deep trough here. After you finish swimming or playing water activities, you can start explore traditional house of Ratenggaro. They still keep the original architecture. Sometime, you will hear from villagers that there is faith about their village. You are not allowed to cross the estuary of river to the next village, Wainyapu, singing, and whistle. You better obey to these unwritten law because the resident itself very straight to keep this rule. When you walk around the beach, you will see one of grave with 3 meters height. In Ratenggaro, you can see the tower of houses from two villages, are Wainyapu and Ratenggaro. It is not surprise if people name these villages as ‘Thousand Tower of Villages’. ***

Sumba Island

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umba, formerly known as the Sandalwood Island, is known foe its horses and Sumba clothe. Sandalwood was the only known cure for many diseases until penicillin was invented. The Sumbanese traded with the Chinese until the 16th century, after which the Arabs became the most important trading partner until the early 20th century. The island is famous for its arts and handicrafts, particularly the textile “ikat” weaving. Sumba make a little effort we can see an authentic, ancient culture. The island has a small population and a dry tropical climate. In total Sumba have more hours of sunshine than any other place in Indonesia. The land resembles Southern Africa or Australia, with scattered small villages and herds of cattle and buffalo Sumba is off the beaten track. Transport system and roads are infrequently used. Most hotels in main towns are simple, only catering for the adventurous. Beaches are long and clean. Water is clear and abundant in fish, and there is great surf.

The island is roughly oval in shape. The greatest concentration of those who worship sprits (ancestral and those of the land) is found in West Sumba where two-thirds of the population holds on their traditional belief. It is here where incredible rituals take place, the “pasola” where hundreds of horsemen fling spears at each other. The government allows the ritual to take place, but the spears must be blunt. Although some exist in East Sumba, it is in West Sumba that one can find a greater number of huge megalithic tombs and traditional thatched and peaked huts raise on stilts. Many traditional activities, all with a part paying homage to the spirits, take place in the month of July through October. These include the building of “adapt” houses and burials when sometimes hundreds of pigs, water buffaloes, horses, and dogs are sacrificed. Other ceremonies include the “pajura” or traditional boxing, the festivals for lunar New Year in October and November, and August 17, Independence Day, horse races and ritual dances. ***


Sumba Island

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apopu Waterfall is a natural phenomenon formed by the fault movement in the river flow so that the river flow forming steep cliffs. Lapopu Waterfall lie s on the Manupeu Tanah Daru National Park area stratified along the rock cliffs as high as 70 meters. Many aspects can be enjoyed at the waterfall site such as falling water, pond formed underneath, swift flowing rivers and unspoiled forest shade. The Panorama all the way to Lapopu Waterfall location is also not less interesting, such as mountain expanse, the fields of local resident and sub-tropical forest shade with a number of endemic species. Lapopu Waterfall is located in Wanokaka district of West Sumba regency with a distance of 25 km from the city center. Condition of the road to Lapopu Waterfall area


is an asphalt road with a fairly good condition. Road conditions in the location of a dirt road in fairly good condition. Public transportation are not up to the waterfall so that tourists should choose rental car services. In Lapopu Waterfall not yet

available food stalls on the location so that tourists are advised to bring their own food. In Lapopu Waterfall tourist attraction also no accommodation facilities so that visitors should stay in downtown Waikabubak which is available many choices of hotel facilities.***

Sumba Island

Tarimbang Beach

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ast Sumba is one of regency in East Nusa Tenggara Province. This region is geographically located in a natural condition of the hills and coastal areas sloping and undulating. No wonder that region has many natural tourist potential especially beautiful beaches. There is another hidden natural beaches and famous among foreign tourists as a surfing paradise named Tarimbang beach. Tarimbang beach is a white sandy beach which is located in the southern part of Waingapu city precisely located in Tarimbang village, Tabundung district, East Sumba regency, East Nusa Tenggara province, which is about 104 km from Waingapu city. To reach this beach the visitors can use private car or public transporta-

tion which can be reached for about 2.5 to 3 hours drive. About 5 kilometers from Tarimbang beach the visitors will be treated to a unique view some cows and wild horses are in the savanna. Do not be surprised if occasionally seen passing wild boar. If you want to enjoy the atmosphere you can try to walk. Tarimbang beach shaped like a half circle with high cliffs on the right and left presents a fairly extensive beach with bluish crystal clear sea water. This beach to be a

favorite spot for foreign tourists for sunbathing, swimming and surfing. Waves on Tarimbang beach over nine levels rolls. Uniquely around the beach there are also small freshwater lagoon, when waves crashing seawater mixes with fresh water in the lagoon. In Tarimbang beach the visitors can relax while enjoying the beautiful scenery of the beach or on top of a cliff and looking sunset. The best time to enjoy the perfect beauty of Tarimbang beach is during the day until late afternoon.


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dana Island is including five outer islands in East Nusa Tenggara Province or one of the 92 outer islands of Indonesia. Four other outer islands in East Nusa Tenggara is Batek Island in Kupang Regency, Menggudu and Salura Island in East Sumba and Dana Sabu Island, in Sabu Raijua. The island area of 14.19 square kilometers, or about 1,400 hectares is located in the regency of Rote Ndao, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). Ndana Island has dazzling exotic panorama. Besides the beauty of this island, Ndana Island also has myth about the island telling that women who have period are not allowed to visit the red lake located in the middle of the island. The prohibition has descended from generation to generation. Even today, there are some people who still believe in this myth. They really don’t visit the lake when they have period. It seems that the local people really obey the prohibition.


Regardless the strange story about th island, the island provides many things to offer to visitors. Ndana Island is located in Rote Ndao regency, Southwest Kupang. Precisely, the island lies right in the entrance of Boa Beach. You can go by motorboat or speedboat to the island. Along the way, you can see beautiful white sand with powerful waves. This is an incredible view. For those who believe in mystery, the island is surely a perfect place to visit. Apart from the strange story as previously mentioned, the island has another strange story. In Rote Ndao Regency, you can find two stones. The stones are said to have been a man and a woman. Their names are Hun and Suelay Stones. They are said to have been walking on their own before they stay in Rote Ndao. There are various interesting activities that we can do in Ndana Island, including explore traditional village trip that is lies around the island. You can learn many things about the villages,

including the local people, their way of life, their traditional culture and their typical food and souvenirs. The activity will give you challenging adventure. Besides that, you can visit many beautiful tourist destinations throughout the island. There are beaches you can visit. Visiting the beaches is a must because you can see the spectacular panorama of the beach. You will see beautiful nature around the beach along with crystal clear waters and steep hills surrounding the beach. There are also savannah stretching along the coastline. Walking around the beach will make you relaxed and refresh your mind. For facility and accommodation in this Ndana Island, there are still few hotels in this island. You can only find small lodges. However, this shouldn’t stop you from visiting this island. Instead, you can challenge yourself to survive in this island. You can decide to stay in one of the local people’s house, otherwise you can set a tent around Ndana Island. ***

Rote Island

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Rote Island

ote Island is the southernmost island of Indonesia. It is located in the west coast of Kupang. This exotic island can be reached only in four hours. From Kupang by inter-island ferry to dive and tour this untouched beautifully rugged land. Spectacular walls and caverns mirror the hills, valleys, and escarpments underwater. The marine life is so varied and profuse that is hard to believe from Fire-fish to Mantas. The architecture of Rote is unique, as is their exquisite ikat weaving. See the people is their traditional lifestyle, which has remained unchanged for centuries. Rote has many historical relies including fine antique Chinese porcelains, as well as ancient arts and traditions. Many prominent Indonesia nationalist leaders were born here. A popular music instrument Sasando, which is made of palm leaves. According to legend, this island got its name accidentally when a lost Portuguese sailor arrived and asked a farmer where he was. The surprised farmer, who could not speaking Portuguese, introduced himself, “Rote”. Rote just off the southern tip of Timor Island consists of rolling hills, terraced plantations, and acacia palm, savanna and some forests. The

rotinese depend, like the Savunese, on lontar palm for basic survival, but also as the supplement their income with fishing and jewelry making. Before Indonesia’s Independence, Rote, boasted the highest density of kingdom in the East Indies. Even today the island, the Rotenese and their kingdoms are divided, following ancient tradition, into two domains, one known as Sunrise and one as Sunset. A “male” Lord, a “female” Lord and several advisers, representing the clans within that domain, rules the domain. Each clan that possesses ceremonial rights performs it’s own rituals during the annual HUS celebration, a traditional New Year festival. At the HUS, Rotenese men

wearing their unique hats make offerings to the clan ancestors and the women dance accompanied by sasando, The Rotenese guitar. Rote is particularly well know for its surfing, each year surfers flock to Namberala to ride the near perfect tubes formed by the shallow reefs and off-shore winds. Accommodation in Namberala includes a traditional beachfront bungalow resort and several home stays. The beach itself is one of the best examples of a palm fringed pure white sandy beach to be found anywhere. Diving in the area is also exceptional due to the large numbers of Manta and Dugong seen there. A boat trip to nearby Dana or Ndao Islands is also recommended.***


Diving Liveaboard

Diving liveaboard in komodo national park with SV Mona Lisa SV MONA LISA Cruises run a continues diving program, 7days 6 nights nonstop, it is possible to book and Fly to Labuan Bajo any day of the week for as many number of diving days you would like. The Mona Lisa is a 33 meters traditional wooden schooner, named in Indonesian “Pinisi”. Its seven black sails silhouette, well-known in the Archipelago comfortably lodge 11 guests in its six teakwood airconditioned cabins. The Mona Lisa is equipped with the latest modern marine equipments and security features.

The Cabins and Fasilities: Mona Lisa is designed in order to offer a comfortable lodging. Equipped with 4 double cabins with the possibility to adjust double beds or with 2 simple beds and 1 Triple bed cabins, which can welcome 11 adults. All cabins have a shower (hot / cold water), sink, restroom and air-conditioning. On the deck, a living room and a small library. The library is equipped with a TV-DVD player to view immediately your videos or pictures, as well as a stereo. A collection of books on fauna, flora and history of


the visited areas. Our chef serves international meals, with a focus on the daily fishing. The bar on board offers beers, alcohols and wines. Soft drinks, coffee, teas and mineral water are available 24h/ 24h. On board: laundry, towels, snorkeling equipment and zodiac services. The Mona Lisa has 12 full brand new Beuchat diving gear set. The teak deck were arranged in such way that the passengers can release themselves in the shade of a marchioness on the principal deck or the sun-deck (long teak chairs and hammock are available). From our experience we know that our guests often discover the joy to sleep in the open thanks to the open deck (sleeping bags and mattresses are available). The passengers are taken along to ground in our 25cv outboard motor zodiacs. On board the voltage is 220 volts. A standard socket-outlet European is installed

in each cabin. However we have a selection of adapters. Others plugs are in the living room.

SV MONA LISA ITINERARY Here an example of “Mona Lisa” a route journey 7 Days / 6 Night liveaboard trip, This is only an overview of the programs we offer, this route may be subject to change depending on weather conditions. Day 1: LABUAN BAJO – GILI LAWA ISLAND • Pick up from airport - Transfer to SV Mona Lisa, and then check out dive • Darat Passage South: start your adventure on this pretty coral reef, swim with turtles, and

Diving Liveaboard

watch coral trout, anchovies, small tuna and trevallies feed in the bay. Along the bottom of the slope fish life increases, and you’ll see garden eels sway and white tip reef sharks sleep on the sandy bottom. • Night dive inside Gili Lawa Darat bay. Day 2: NORTH KOMODO | Crystal Rock - Castle Rock - Karang Makassar Moring • Darat Passage North, Gili Lawa Darat Island: the reef slope is very rich marine life. Towards the channel, you can see turtles, a school of giant sweet lips, sharks and batfish. • Crystal Rock: exhilarating and very colorful dive with excellent soft coral coverage. Expect clouds of altheas and scorpion fish, frog fish and moray eels. • Castle Rock: admire curious batfish, schooling barracuda, trivially and mackerels. Numerous sea fans and host pygmy seas horses. • Night dive @ Karang Makassar mooring. Day 3: CENTRAL KOMODO | KOMODO – BATU BOLONG - TATAWA ISLAND - BATU TIGA - PINK BEACH • Batu Bolong: this reef is covered with colorful corals, invertebrate life and brilliant reef fish. Observe napoleon wrasse, dogtooth tuna, and rainbow runners….. • Tatawa Kecil: rocks, caves, and beautiful coral gardens grace the reef on the western side of the island. The nightlights of this

dive are definitely the dugongs and manta rays. • Snorkeling for mantas • Batu Tiga: an excellent an excellent “big fish” dive. Large boulders in deeper water to the west offer excellent habitat for grouper, mantas, giants trivially, and other pelagic fish. • Sailing to Pantai Merah / Pink beach - Night dive @ Pantai Merah.

for a shark and turtles! • Three Sisters / Tiga Dara: a pristine reef with excellent coral coverage and rich fish life. • The Padar Rock ( critter dive ) and Night dive @ Padar Rock Day 6: SOUTH KOMODO | Payung islan - Indihiang • Payung Island: if you’re looking for a different experience, you’ve found it! This unique underwater landscape with its huge rocks, canyons and crevices to explore, will give you the illusion of a wreck dive. Fish and invertebrate life is diverse and abundant: big schools of surgeons and yellow snappers, rocky reefs covered with soft coral, gorgonians and feather stars. • Indihiang: this is drift- - diving paradise: many big fish and good coral diversity can be seen along the steep walls. Top attractions include potato cod, large Napoleon wrasse and schools of giant trevallies and snappers. • Sailing to Karang Makassar / snorkeling

Day 4: CENTRAL KOMODO | Pantai Merah - Loh Namu - Padar island • Pantai Merah / Pink Beach: you will encounter a great variety of fish here, and a good selection of critters such as leaf scorpion fish, blue ribbon eel’s rocodile fish, and nudibranchs. • Optional hike to see the Komodo Dragons - This magnificent reptile is one of the few remaining links to the days when dinosaurs roamed the planet….. • Pinnacle dive ( bay): critters • Loh Namu: near the southern corner of this reef, large boulders spread out over the drop-of. Are you ready for large schools of coral trout, Malabar groupers, huge Napoleon wrasse, and even a giant T gig as clam • Sailing to Padar, night dive @ Padar island

Day 7: LABUAN BAJO • Returning customer transfer to Labuanbajo by speed boat. • Transfer to airport Please don’t hesitate to Contact us for availabilities, prices, and all your questions. we will be very happy to help you to find best suit of your liveaboard in indonesia.

Day 5: CENTRAL KOMODO | Padar Rock - Pillarsteen - Three Sisters • Pillaarsteen: amazing reefs cape. Large schools of fusiliers swim along the reef slope, which is covered with a magnificent variety of south corals. Be prepared

Phone: +62361-282664 /8474102 email: dewi@komodoliveaboard. com


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Diving liveaboard in komodo national park with SMY Mangguana The SMY Mangguana is a traditional wooden Phinisi Schooner - sails non stop in Komodo national Park following a 7 day diving program, which you can join anytime and for as many days as you like. In the Komodo National Park with its wildlife and particularly the famous “dragons” in their natural habitat our guests will enjoy the dives or snorkeling in a crystalline water which shades one of the greatest biological underwater diversities in the world. SMY Mangguana was completely refurbished in 2007 with a modern teak wooden interior and the lastest navigational and safety equipment. She is designed to confortably lodge 8 people in four en-suite teak-wood cabins. the trip combine leisure sailing and diving in away that makes Mangguana an ideal choice for both divers and non-divers. Dives are organized up to 4 times a day and are for all tastes and levels. Most dive sites are available for fan-


tastic snorkeling and our guests also enjoy private excursions on white sand beaches, fishing and trekking escorted by park rangers to discover the wildlife on the islands.

projector, computer, shaded main deck, sundeck, Bar (Beer, wine and soft drink) • Extras: Laundry, towels, snorkeling gear, sea kayak

The Cabins and Fasilities:

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There are four spacious cabins (3 suites, and 1 standart double). Single travelers are catered for, provided that they are willing to share a twin cabin with another single guest. All cabins are air-conditioned and have an ensuite bathroom with a hot shower and a sink.

Here an example of “Mangguana” a route journey 7 Days / 6 Night liveaboard trip, This is only an overview of the programs we offer, this route may be subject to change depending on weather conditions.

• Accommodations: 8 giests in 4 teak wooden cabins (AC & en-suite bathroom) • Fasilities: TV, DVD, Overhead

Day 1: LABUAN BAJO – GILI LAWA ISLAND • Pick up from airport - Transfer to SV Mona Lisa, and then check out dive

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• Darat Passage South: start your adventure on this pretty coral reef, swim with turtles, and watch coral trout, anchovies, small tuna and trevallies feed in the bay. Along the bottom of the slope fish life increases, and you’ll see garden eels sway and white tip reef sharks sleep on the sandy bottom. • Night dive inside Gili Lawa Darat bay. Day 2: NORTH KOMODO | Crystal Rock - Castle Rock - Karang Makassar Moring • Darat Passage North, Gili Lawa Darat Island: the reef slope is very rich marine life. Towards the channel, you can see turtles, a school of giant sweet lips, sharks and batfish. • Crystal Rock: exhilarating and very colorful dive with excellent soft coral coverage. Expect clouds of altheas and scorpion fish, frog fish and moray eels. • Castle Rock: admire curious batfish, schooling barracuda, trivially and mackerels. Numerous sea fans and host pygmy seas horses. • Night dive @ Karang Makassar mooring. Day 3: CENTRAL KOMODO | KOMODO – BATU BOLONG - TATAWA ISLAND - BATU TIGA - PINK BEACH • Batu Bolong: this reef is covered with colorful corals, invertebrate life and brilliant reef fish. Observe napoleon wrasse, dogtooth tuna, and rainbow runners….. • Tatawa Kecil: rocks, caves, and beautiful coral gardens grace the reef on the western side of

the island. The nightlights of this dive are definitely the dugongs and manta rays. • Snorkeling for mantas • Batu Tiga: an excellent an excellent “big fish” dive. Large boulders in deeper water to the west offer excellent habitat for grouper, mantas, giants trivially, and other pelagic fish. • Sailing to Pantai Merah / Pink beach - Night dive @ Pantai Merah. Day 4: CENTRAL KOMODO | Pantai Merah - Loh Namu - Padar island • Pantai Merah / Pink Beach: you will encounter a great variety of fish here, and a good selection of critters such as leaf scorpion fish, blue ribbon eel’s rocodile fish, and nudibranchs. • Optional hike to see the Komodo Dragons - This magnificent reptile is one of the few remaining links to the days when dinosaurs roamed the planet….. • Pinnacle dive ( bay): critters • Loh Namu: near the southern corner of this reef, large boulders spread out over the drop-of. Are you ready for large schools of coral trout, Malabar groupers, huge Napoleon wrasse, and even a giant T gig as clam • Sailing to Padar, night dive @ Padar island Day 5: CENTRAL KOMODO | Padar Rock - Pillarsteen - Three Sisters • Pillaarsteen: amazing reefs cape. Large schools of fusiliers swim along the reef slope, which is covered with a magnificent variety of south corals. Be prepared for a

shark and turtles! • Three Sisters / Tiga Dara: a pristine reef with excellent coral coverage and rich fish life. • The Padar Rock ( critter dive ) and Night dive @ Padar Rock Day 6: SOUTH KOMODO | Payung islan - Indihiang • Payung Island: if you’re looking for a different experience, you’ve found it! This unique underwater landscape with its huge rocks, canyons and crevices to explore, will give you the illusion of a wreck dive. Fish and invertebrate life is diverse and abundant: big schools of surgeons and yellow snappers, rocky reefs covered with soft coral, gorgonians and feather stars. • Indihiang: this is drift- - diving paradise: many big fish and good coral diversity can be seen along the steep walls. Top attractions include potato cod, large Napoleon wrasse and schools of giant trevallies and snappers. • Sailing to Karang Makassar / snorkeling Day 7: LABUAN BAJO • Returning customer transfer to Labuanbajo by speed boat. • Transfer to airport Please don’t hesitate to Contact us for availabilities, prices, and all your questions. we will be very happy to help you to find best suit of your liveaboard in indonesia komodo Liveaboard Diving Phone: +62361-282664 /8474102 email: [email protected]


Bali

PATRA JASA BALI RESORT & VILLAS THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR BUSINESS & LEISURE

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atraJasa Bali Resort & Villas as the five Star Hotel which is established and well operated around 40 years is striving to gain success within the huge growth of the Hotel Business either in Bali and surroundings. The consistency in keeping the business of Hospitality has encouraged its existence amongst hundreds of Hotel recently growth in Bali especially inKuta Area.It is a restful beachfront retreat set between the tropical garden, strategically located in the South Kuta Area which is only 5 minutes from International Airport I GustiNgurahRai. No wonder if it becomes the choice of the Customers.Thus some strategies have been prepared by the Management some like improving the quality of product and service continuously. Currently they do some mending by doing


refurbishment for the interior starting from Deluxe Room. Nowadays the demand of HALAL food in Bali is growing as many People come to Bali either for leisure or business who are coming from Middle East or local. Seeing that opportunity the Management decides to provide HALAL Restaurant which is certified by MUI (National Moslems Association). Amongst of all is improving the quality of the service, security, cleanliness and the convenience for the Guests. All the rooms and guest facilities are beautifully designed traditionally and contemporarily outlook. This beautiful ethnic resort has become the choice of the State Heads, Delegates, Business Men and Tourists either Local or International. It is conceptually resort & villas which are 206

rooms in resort style and 22 rooms are villa style. This hotel has 3 Swimming Pools which are beachfront, The Kids Club, Spa, The Teratai Coffee Shop, Ten Ku Japanese Restaurant, Rinascimento Italian Restaurant, The Heritage Floating Restaurant (HALAL), Lobby Lounge, Kintamani Sunken Bar, The Bar, Drugstore, Money Changer, Business Center. They also provide free WI-FI, Free Shuttle service from Hotel toKuta Center 5 (five) times a day. Although it is conceptuallyas Resort & Villas, this hotel also has 9 (nine) Meeting Rooms which can accommodate MICE activitiesstarting from 10 – 850 pax either Local or International Event. It also has wedding garden beautifully located beachfront.

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