Situated on the Indonesian island of Alor in the picturesque Alor Archipelago, Kalabahi is a good place to use as a base to explore the region.
Kalabahi is the only town on Alor Island, making it the best place to use as a base when exploring the region. Most accommodation is home stay, which provides an excellent opportunity to learn about the way of life of the people who live here and feel part of the community.
The waters around Kalabahi are perfect for scuba diving and snorkeling and there are a number of dive companies located in the area that are willing to rent out equipment. There are a number of mountains on the outskirts of the town, and climbing to the top of these peaks is the perfect way to get an idea of the unspoiled natural beauty of the area.
Getting There & Away
Getting to Kalabahi is relatively easy as it has its own airport with connecting flights from other airports in Indonesia. International visitors can fly into Ngurah Rai International Airport on the island of Bali and take a connecting flight (30 minutes). There are also regular ferries to Kalabahi’s port from surrounding islands such as Kupang on West Timor (60 minutes).
Things to Do
Kalabahi Attractions
- Kalabahi Beach
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This pretty stretch of sand is a great place to soak up the sun for a while.
Side trips from Kalabahi
- Takpala
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Visit this pretty village to discover the unique moko drumming and watch tribal dancing.