Make your way from Maumere to Larantuka and cross over to Lembata by ferry or on the fast boat Fantasia (approx 125.000 IDR)
Takes about 1 hr to reach Lewoleba on Lembata – one short stop on the way in Adonara harbour – then on to Lewoleba.
Once you reach Lembata explore 🙂
Lots to see – traditional weaving, the famous Ile Ape vulcano, sunset at Wangatoa Beach, visit a mangrove rehabilitation program at Desa Kolontobo, go to Lamalera and visit Wulandoni famous and colourful barter market
Lamalera is famous for it’s whaling culture. Community life evolves around whaling and fishing, a tradition of many generations.
The road from Lewoleba to Lamalera is mostly up-hill, crossing Lembata mountainous area, last part winding down back to the sea, to Lamalera.
Tip 1: You can also take a lift on the daily truck with your bike from Lewoleba to Lamalera and make your way back biking.
Tip 2: Take a boat ride back with your bike on one of the local fishing boats in Lamalera – discuss fair price with one of the fishermen – go along the south coast of Lembata back to Lewoleba
Tip 3: Find accommodation in one of the Homestays
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