About Rangko Cave
Rangko Cave (Goa Rangko) is a natural limestone cave located in Rangko Village, Boleng District, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, near Labuan Bajo. It is notable for its stalactites and stalagmites and a clear brackish natural pool inside the cave. Sunlight entering through an opening illuminates the turquoise water, making it a popular day-trip destination accessible by boat from Labuan Bajo.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a short boat ride from Labuan Bajo harbour to Rangko Village followed by a short walk to the cave entrance. Inside, a spacious cavern with stalactites and stalagmites surrounds a clear, shallow brackish pool where swimming is permitted. Sunbeams enter through the cave opening around midday, illuminating the water. The setting is natural and undeveloped with rocky, uneven footing and limited facilities.
Key highlights
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Natural brackish pool with clear turquoise water inside the cave
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Stalactites and stalagmites formations
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Sunlight beam illuminating the pool around midday
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Scenic boat ride from Labuan Bajo to Rangko Village
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Swimming and photography inside the cave
History of Rangko Cave
Natural limestone cave formed over thousands of years through karst processes; long known to residents of Rangko Village and more recently developed as an ecotourism attraction in West Manggarai