Who hasn’t heard of the legendary Labuan Bajo? Or how about a visit to East Nusa Tenggara’s (NTT) Komodo National Park? For those who don’t know, there is also a beautiful fountain named “Cunca Rami Waterfall” in Wae Lolos, West Manggarai, among Flores’ abundant stunning beauty panoramas.
For those of you who want to appreciate or are simply curious about this waterfall, which is regarded as an oasis amid Flores’ heat, this post is for you. So, what are you waiting for? Keep reading to learn more about this fascinating cascade.
Location
Cunca and Rami imply “waterfall” and “forest,” respectively. The Mbeliling tropical forest region, Roe, Wae Lolos, Sano Nggoang District, West Manggarai Regency, East Nusa Tenggara, is home to this waterfall. About 35 kilometers south of Labuan Bajo. This waterfall is also close to Cuncang Wulang and Cunca Lolos, a scenic landscape worth visiting in Flores.
Route
To be at this waterfall from the Labuan Bajo route, take a one-hour car drive to Ruteng. You must travel nearly 10 kilometers from Ruteng to reach the vehicle halt at Werang. The next tour will require you to walk for an hour through the expanse of woodland and the locals’ farmlands that surround it.
The woods you are passing through are a fruitful forest where locals are busily planting vanilla and candlenut, so you may stop by to appreciate God’s magnificent handiwork. Then you must go down a small stream to the Cunca Rami Waterfall site.
Amenities
The government has not promoted natural tourism at this waterfall, and the available amenities are still relatively scarce. So, because there is no lighting along the road to the area during the night, it is strongly encouraged that you visit early in the morning.
But don’t worry, there are still restrooms and basic gazebos at the guard post where you may relax or prepare yourself before going into war by being able to witness the stunning scenery created by God.
Meanwhile, for the entrance ticket, you must pay 50,000 IDR, and for your journey to fit in with the local communities, ask the available guide for assistance by paying roughly 100,000 IDR for services.
When to Visit
As previously stated, the lighting facilities along the trekking tracks are still somewhat limited. So, while this tour is available to the public 24 hours a day, it is best to come between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Aside from your safety, you should also keep in mind that you can get lost in the forest when visiting at night.
How to Get to
This Cunca Rami waterfall is in the Mbeliling woods zone and is still entirely organic. As a result, road signs are not present, as they are in other natural woods. That’s why it is highly urged that you appoint a guide to escort you along the right and safe trail.
Furthermore, as previously said, you must follow a hiking path after leaving the vehicle. On this tour, you will be greeted with countless wonderful sights, as well as the opportunity to walk along and traverse pure, shallow streams. You don’t need to be afraid because this river has a moderate flow, making it safe to pass.
The Attractions
This waterfall has an altitude of around 40 meters and a turquoise green pool of water. While the depth is roughly 2 meters, it is unsafe to exploit as a swimming area unless you are a great swimmer. Around it is rock formations of different sizes that are relatively sharp, so be cautious when planning to do something like Finch and Violet did in the film All The Bright Places.
Aside from that, this fall is encircled by towering cliffs for 200 meters at such a high height. To add to the majesty of its look, God also furnished it with additional beehives in the corners and delightful greenery.
That’s all the facts we have on one of the Flores area’s hidden beauties called Cunca Rami Waterfall. So, in addition to offering the glory of the beach that we know as Labuan Bajo, many natural treasures in Flores are completely unspoiled and deserve to be given a chance to exhibit the richness of Indonesian land to the world.
