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Island Sanctuary

The Soul of Kelor Island

Kelor Island Labuan Bajo: A Small Island with an Iconic Hilly Panorama

Kelor Island Labuan Bajo (Pulau Kelor) is one of the most popular travel destinations near Labuan Bajo, East Nusa Tenggara (NTT). This small island is famous for its pristine white sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and an iconic green hill that offers a spectacular panorama from its summit. Its close proximity to Labuan Bajo makes Kelor Island an ideal destination for short trips or island-hopping adventures.


Location and Access

Kelor Island is situated in the West Manggarai Regency, just a short distance from the Labuan Bajo Harbor. Travelers can reach the island via tour boats or speedboats, with a travel time of approximately 30 to 45 minutes from Labuan Bajo.

Due to its location, Kelor Island is commonly the first stop in half-day trip or open-trip packages in Labuan Bajo.


Top Highlights of Kelor Island

1. Short Trek with Stunning Views

The main draw of Kelor Island is the short trek to the hilltop. The trail is relatively brief and can be completed in about 10–15 minutes. From the summit, visitors are rewarded with a panoramic view of the turquoise sea, neighboring small islands, and tour boats anchored nearby.

2. White Sand Beaches and Clear Waters

Kelor Island boasts a clean, white sandy coastline with exceptionally clear water. The calm sea conditions make it a perfect spot for swimming and relaxing by the shore.

3. A Favorite Photography Spot

Kelor Hill is one of the most iconic photo spots in Labuan Bajo. The natural landscape is highly photogenic, especially on clear days with a bright blue sky as the backdrop.

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The Art of Exploration

Explore the best of Indonesia’s land and sea. We’ve curated the most iconic experiences to ensure every moment of your journey is filled with wonder.

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Soft Hiking

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Guest Stories

Whispers of the Sea

Hear directly from those who have sailed with us. Discover why Sevenseas is the preferred choice for discerning travelers seeking the ultimate Indonesian maritime escape.

"Hi, I’m very satisfied about the trip. It was very beautiful the boat and in particular the whole crew of the boat that have been very kind with us and take care the needs of every guess of the boat. The places we visit was very beautiful and unique. I will keep this trip in my heart and it will be an experience that I will remember for many time ☺️ I recommend you this tour with this company !!!"

Andrea Seminatore
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"Exceptional ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️we were a little wary at first to pay deposit over bank transfer but no problem at all, brilliant communication throughout process of booking and leading up to trip, bit crew and guide brilliant. We stayed in upper cabin which was nice having own space and balcony. Trip and stops all ran smoothly food what you would expect for price, don’t be expecting 5 stars dining but more than sufficient and tasty. Overall great experience and memories for price. Thank you"

Michael Todd
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"We had a perfect trip. Went from Labuan Bajo to Lombok. On the way we saw Turtles, sharks an many manta rays while snorkeling. Also many comodo dragons. And you can jump from the boat. Which was super fun. Haris was an amazing guide and gave great tours with lots of background information. Also he is a surf legend and tour guide in Senggigi and we went surfing on his local reef break after we arrived in Lombok. Was super fun. Food and the rooms (2 person private room) were also great especially considering the relativly cheap price. All in all we can highly recommend this tour. Thanks Haris and crew for all the great experiences 🙏"

Raphael Shculer
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"Our boat trip with the Elona Phinisi was a great experience. The crew and especially Mr. Harrison was a very good organiser and knew how to motivate and get the group excited. Always focussed on safety. Thank you. I also have some comments regarding the boat. Make sure the toilets are clean when new tourists arrive and have the taps secured in the bathroom. The crew should ensure better communication with the guests. One must communicate if a storm is expected and what the guests should do if they end up in that storm. Also make sure all guests are informed when food is served. I was surprised 2 times 1 time by a rainstorm and the next day by a strong wave. Both times we were not well prepared. Furthermore, we had a wonderful trip."

j V.v
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"A wonderful trip with stunning beautiful places and the boat experience was great too. The boat was big with a lot of nice places to relax in shadow or sun. The rooms were also very comfortable. What I didn’t expect was that the team was so kind and funny. And they cared much about you having a good time. And thank you for the spontaneous wakeboard speedboat session, it was a fun! The food was so good with all the good indonesian meals. I am glutenfree and it was easy for them to prepare food for me without gluten. Also there were some people vegeterian which was easy for them too. Last but not least our tourguide explained everything so good that we could learn a lot about these places we visited. Thank you very much for this pleasant stay on the boat trip. I will do it again! :)"

Fabian Myschi
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