The Dragon’s Nest in Komodo Island - Loh Liang

Komodo National Park is located on Flores Island. It consists of many vacation spots, actually. The most famous one is Loh Liang. In fact, it is a primary tourist destination. You are able to see many Komodo dragons here. These giant lizards move around freely in their habitat. As a spectator, you will be amazed by their size and appearance. This tourist spot is actually managed by Putri Naga Komodo Ltd. This corporation has built numerous facilities like restaurants, toilets, docks, lobbies, and souvenir stands.

The Nuance
Loh Liang features a natural habitat of Komodo dragons. The land is sandy and desert-like. There are many trees nearby. The most famous part is the jetty. It is quite similar to a dock. Visitors are able to walk on it safely. When it comes to the weather, it is quite nice. The sky is clear and the temperature is warm. One thing, it can be hot during summer. You should carry bottled water and a handkerchief. Also, you need to wear comfortable clothes.

Exploring Loh Liang
The ticket fee is cheap. You only need to pay attention to the boat fee. During holidays, the price goes up significantly. The boats are available in Labuan Bajo. It will be cheaper if you come with your friends of families. Once you reach Loh Liang, you should choose a route. There are different paths, so you must choose it wisely. These include short, medium, adventure, and long track. No worries. A Jagawana or local guide will help you get around this place safely. It costs more money, though.

Komodo dragons are a mobile animal. Sometimes, they are rarely seen. Apart from these lizards, you can find other animals like Timorersis Deer. The thing is such animal is Komodo’s primary food. There are some birds, as well. The most common one is the yellow-crested cockatoo. In fact, there are some spots from where you can see these birds. Not to mention Loh Liang provides some facilities like cafeterias, docks, and guest houses. You can also buy some souvenirs.

Nearby Attractions
Once you explore Loh Liang, you should visit nearby attractions. There are some hills near to this location. The scenery is definitely amusing from the top of the hill. Trekking is another interesting thing to do in Loh Liang. Make sure you wear proper clothes and carry useful items. For a better adventure, you can explore the forest. Some wild animals live here. These include deer, birds, wild boars, etc. The last checkpoint is the souvenir stand. You can find many interesting items here, especially Komodo carving

How to Get to Loh Liang
It is easy to reach Loh Liang. What you need is money. From Bali, you can fly to Labuan Bajo. A plane is the fastest transportation, after all. From here, you can use a boat to reach Komodo Island. Labuan Bajo is the main gate to reach Komodo National Park. Regardless your transportation preference, you need to head to this location.

Where to Stay
There aren’t many accommodations near to Loh Liang. KPN Komodo is the nearest one. You can also find some hotels in Labuan Bajo. These are the best options:

• KPN Komodo Hotel in western part of Loh Liang
• Komodo Resort in Labuan Bajo