Review Author: Lovely way to experience the non-aquatic sights of Komodo!

Review Date: 05 Jun 2025

Review Body: I wanted to see Rangko Cave but was worried about finding and organising the ferry across. That's when I stumbled across Seek Sophie's Tour. A great way to see multiple sights without stress. Our tour started by visiting Batu Cermin Cave. Once there we were met by a lovely local guide who took us through the greenery (with the occasional monkeys) to the Cave and explained all the fossils and history behind this area. He kindly gave us some helmets that came with torches. Once equipped you'll duck crawl through some right spots to see an ancient fossilized turtle, beautiful caves and what are the most humongous crickets I've ever seen! After we headed to a small town to grab a boat across to see Rangko Cave. After walking across a beautiful little beach, we managed to arrive at the Cave before the crowds, so we got to take a few photos with just us in the Cave and explore it a little before the sun came into the cave. If you don't have a torch, you might think there are bats in the Cave, but it's actually just 50+ sparrow nests hidden in the back of the Cave. Nothing to be scared of! After that, we went back to our hotel for a midday break. The drivers then came to grab us before sunset and take us to Sylvia Hill to enjoy the sunset views. We sadly had a bit of a cloudy day, but the views were nice regardless! Overall a great way to see lots of sights without the hassle of having to find them or organise anything. We just got to sit back and relax while our tour guides took care of us! My one recommendation - if you have a waterproof Torch, bring it! The first Cave provides torches, but they're not very strong, and the second Cave doesn't have much light until midday, so the torch makes it easier to see the insight of the pool area. (We took our dive torch, and it helped a lot)

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jen

Review Date: 07 Apr 2026

Review Body: we enjoyed both Rangko and Mirror caves and i would recommend to do both as they are different experiences. Going to Rangko was special as you had to take a boat ride with nice views and clear water as you approach the cave. The cave is just one cavern where you have the option to swim/dip which i did with my son! we enjoyed it. Mirror cave involved a little bit of walk in the open and it was very hot at 1pm. the cave guide said that if you were inside the cave at 12pm, the sunlight will be directly on top of this opening casting nice light inside. we were there past 1pm but it was still ok. for the rangko cave, our guide said the afternoon light will make the cave brighter (tho i read somewhere to go before noon) so im not sure which is which anymore. in any case, it wasnt an issue when we there there before noon. bring anti mozzie spray as there are mozzies. as this was a private tour, there was flexibility wrt pick up time, drop off time and some spots we added that were nearby like a local cafe, the komodo statue in town. the town is small and nearby so you can also pop by a starbucks if you want to. The last stop was Sylvia hill but my kids were tired to hike up so we did Amelia hill which was a shorter walk (really short!). these hills are next to each other that you can really do both if you want to except the sun was still up at that time (we finished the caves and lunch fast). Bajo was quite sunny/hot when we were there (im not complaining as i would rather that than rains in the komodo islands). Bonus was a pick up truck in Amelia hill selling durian which i tried but it wasnt as sweet as what i had before. The guide was very friendly, kind, helpful and knowledgeable. i would recommend this tour.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jana

Review Date: 08 Jul 2026

Review Body: I booked this tour through Seek Sophie because I had a fantastic experience with them in Bali last year, and once again they exceeded my expectations. I was very lucky because I was the only person booked on the tour that day, so I had a private experience. My guide, Darso, was wonderful. He paid attention to every detail, shared lots of interesting information throughout the day, and we had some lovely conversations. It was great getting to know him, and his knowledge really added to the experience. The caves were absolutely amazing, especially swimming inside Rangko Cave, which was a real highlight of the trip. I was also looked after by our driver, Yanto, who was just as friendly and kind. Both Darso and Yanto made the day so enjoyable, and they even kindly stopped at a local fruit market for me, which I really appreciated. The day ended with a breathtaking sunset, making the experience even more special. I felt incredibly lucky because the following day was very cloudy, and it wouldn't have been possible to see the sunset. Everything came together perfectly, and it truly was an amazing day. Thank you, Darso and Yanto, for such a memorable experience. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Flores!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Faizad

Review Date: 18 Feb 2026

Review Body: We had a great experience on our SeekSophie tour with Pak Darso as our guide. Communication over WhatsApp in the lead-up to the tour was easy, with prompt replies and clear instructions provided throughout. Pickup was timely and the day’s itinerary went exactly as planned. We had a smooth and comfortable ride to Rangko Village, where we took a fisherman’s boat to Rangko Cave and enjoyed a fun swim in the cave. After that, we visited Batu Cermin before heading to a nearby local restaurant for lunch (at our own request and expense). We were dropped back at the hotel with enough time to rest and shower before being picked up again for the sunset tour at Sylvia Hill. Although the views weren’t the best due to cloudy weather, Pak Darso was a great conversationalist and made the experience enjoyable nonetheless. Overall, a pleasant and well-organised tour — would recommend!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Lise

Review Date: 16 Sep 2026

Review Body: We had a great tour. Our guide told us about lot about both the sights we saw and his life and family in Labuan Bajo, which was a great insight for us into the culture. The trip to Rangko Cave was through a village and then by boat. It was less touristy and organized than we initially thought there. But we had faith in our guide and it turned out really good. We were at the cave quite early, so we didn’t see the water as super turquoise, but in exchange we were there alone at first and only a few other people came after a while. Our guide even joined swimming, as we were a bit scared in the beginning. The Mirror cave was surprisingly cool, we saw bats and fossils inside the cave, as well as the mirror effect. Then we went back to our hotel for lunch and relaxing. We got picked up again for the sunset at Sylvia Hill, which was really nice.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Martin F

Review Date: 27 Jun 2025

Review Body: My wife and I had an incredible day with Robert from Komodo Fantastic Tour. He was warm, welcoming, and genuinely passionate about the islands. You could tell he really knew his stuff—whether it was Komodo dragons, local history, or the best time to hit each spot, Robert had it covered. He made the whole day feel effortless. Nothing was too much trouble—he adjusted the pace for us, helped with gear, and somehow always found the perfect angle for a photo. (Seriously, his photos were way better than mine. I’ve basically just been reposting his all week.) We got to see all the major highlights and somehow never felt rushed or stuck in a tourist crowd. Just a really special, smooth, memorable day. Highly recommend booking with Robert if you want the trip to feel personal and stress-free.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jia Lin Foo

Review Date: 17 May 2023

Review Body: Didn't know that a day trip around Labuan Bajo like this existed but it was actually a really fun day out! Swimming in Rangko cave was such a cool experience and a cool IG photo worthy spot when the light comes in around 12-3pm. The next cave we explored, Batu Cermin cave, didn't have a pool but we had to wear helmets and duck crawl around the intricate tunnel systems. Definitely felt like we were explorers on a mission. Took many IG worthy photos as well! The last spot — Sylvia Hill during sunset was the highlight for me. The landscape and view was absolutely gorgeous, especially during golden hour. We also loved this day because it wasn't too crowded!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Amanda Khoo

Review Date: 17 May 2023

Review Body: This was such an unique experience! The whole trip was well planned with ample time for photo taking and sight seeing. The swim at Rangko cave was so peaceful and it was a perfect photo spot. It was such an amazing experience where you get to swim in a cave with perfect lighting. Batu Cermin was extremely breathtaking. It was also safe to explore the cave as you will be given helmets to protect your head against bumpy rocks. Last but not least the beautiful sunset at Sylvia Hill. The sunset there was beautiful and I love how it's so untouched by tourists and a perfect place to end the day.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Céline

Review Date: 30 Jan 2024

Review Body: We came to Labuan Bajo for visiting Komodo, but this tour is such a gem it is worth staying a little longer for! Exploring Batu Cermain Cave was such a fun adventure, and the beach on which we landed to visit Ranko Cave looked like paradise. The guide was so obliging, taking pictures for us and explaining the local culture. He also took us to a local veg and fish market and named all the ones we did not recognise. The sunset on Sylvia Hill was magnificent. Make sure to wear good shoes, the Ranko Cave was slippery in the wet season when we visited!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Vivian Chan

Review Date: 17 May 2023

Review Body: Rangko and Batu Cermin were such hidden gems. The whole journey felt so special from the moment we got onto the local boat, till we got to the caves. We got the whole place to ourselves for a while, and swimming there was refreshing after our small hike through the forest. The whole place was so untouched - great for someone looking for something different outside of the usual Komodo Island attractions. Sylvia Hill had the best sunset I've seen in awhile, and is definitely worth going. Beautiful way to end the day.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Eshton Chua

Review Date: 17 May 2023

Review Body: Such an enjoyable adventurous tour! The Rangko Cave was amazing, ticking of a bucket list activity of swimming in a cave! The waters were so clear, and it was really peaceful floating in it! Batu Cermin Caves felt like a real adventure, we even got to explore the caves and there were so many nice photo spots! Sylvia Hill was the perfect lookout point to end the day, the little trek up was worth it and it gave a panoramic view of the whole area, letting you catch the sunset with a perfect backdrop!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Pavel

Review Date: 17 Aug 2026

Review Body: We enjoyed our day with Komodo Fantastico Tour and the wonderful Pance. He was very knowledgeable, punctual and extremely helpful. The caves were amazing and the sunset on Sylvia's Hill was simply unforgettable! And Pance showed us the local dance competition on the gourds of the school where he had studied, which was a deeply moving cultural experience. It is a pity that we only had time for one tour with Pance as there are so many things and places to explore around Labuan Bajo.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Liesbeth Pacqué

Review Date: 27 Jul 2026

Review Body: We arrived a little earlier than the majority of the tourtists at the Ranko cave and therefore we could swim there alone for 40 minutes. What an experience! The other cave also was something completely different compared to all the other fantastic experiences we already had in Indonesia. On top of that the guide was fantastic and also could explain us a lot about the history of Flores. We loved it and I would recommend Fantastico tour to everyone visiting Flores.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Adel Temes

Review Date: 24 Aug 2026

Review Body: I think its a very nice trip to do! The Rangko cave is fantastic and the beach there is beautiful! We had a fresh coconut and enjoyed the presence of monkeys, it was very funny. After that we went to Batu Cermin cave which is a very unique experience, never seen a thing like this before. The sunset was the highlight, the view from Slyvia Hill is amazing. 10/10 experience , definetely recommend it. Hugw thanks to the guide and the driver!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sara Robson

Review Date: 05 Sep 2024

Review Body: We booked this tour just the night before we were supposed to go, even though it seemed a little rushed, they were extremely fast to contact and nice to us. The tour was overall exceptional, we loved every moment of it. Moreover, the driver was very kind and the guide, Mr. Ario, was super friendly and we really enjoyed being by his side alongside all the tour! I really recommend this tour to those who want to visit Labuan Bajo!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Tiffany Lim

Review Date: 17 May 2023

Review Body: The caves were so cool! Loved swimming in the Rangko cave, it really felt like such a hidden gem. Exploring Batu Cermin cave was really interesting too! Felt like a cave explorer. My favourite was watching the sunset on Sylvia Hill - there weren’t many people so it was much more enjoyable. One of the best views of my trip!

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Chris

Review Date: 09 Jul 2026

Review Body: We had a fun day with our friendly and knowledgable local guide Roberto . We visited a local village , catching a local traditional boat to the cave where we swam in the cave pool. Second cave was an explore with fossils and ancient rock formations. Finally amazing sunset views at Sylvia hill. Awesome day !

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Sarah

Review Date: 07 Sep 2026

Review Body: Pance was an amazing guide for our tour of Labuan Bajo! He was very kind and explained a lot about the history and culture of this city. We loved swimming in the Ranko cave and the sunset on Silvia Hill! We recommend this tour to everyone looking to explore what Flores offers besides the Komodo Islands.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Dewi & Ruben

Review Date: 18 Jul 2025

Review Body: We have such a great trip with Komodo Fantastico Tour. Very helpful guide and super fun to be around. Also passionate about the local history and culture. Our driver made us feel completely safe and comfortable throughout the trip. We can’t thank them enough for making this trip special.

Review rating: 5

Review Author: Jy

Review Date: 06 Jun 2024

Review Body: Mr Ario was the friendliest guide during our day trip around Labuan Bajo. Dipping in the cool seawaters of Rangko Cave was really therapeutic, and seeing the fossilized corals at Batu Cernin was wonderful. Ended the day with a hike up Sylvia Hill which was beautiful 😊

Review rating: 5

Itinerary Day 1

Itinerary Summary: Explore hidden caves in Labuan Bajo, swim in turquoise cave waters and uncover a secret sunset spot

Itinerary Description: Arrive at Rangko Caves. Explore the caves and its secret swimming hole filled with crystal clear water. Visit the Limestone caves. Batu Cermin, meaning “mirror rock” in Indonesian, is aptly named. Through gaps in the ceiling, sunlight is reflected around the rock formations. You will be able to spot the wildlife around such as the long-tailed macaque. Stop at Sylvia Hills to catch the sunset Time permitting head to Kampung Ujung