The sensation of riding 488 steps on Mando'o Hill
Not only the beautiful beaches, Rote turns out to have another beauty that is a hill with a view that is not less beautiful than other hills in NTT. One more natural charm from the southern tip of Indonesia which is a pity to miss, Bukit Mando'o is named. This hill offers a panoramic view of magnificent beauty from a height. The expanse of blue sea blends with the green of mangroves adding to the sensation of the coolness of this hill. Typical contours and soil structures that are dominated by limestone and low hills, make Rote not have a volcano. The highest point on this island with a population of 130,000 people does not reach 1500 meters.
Located in Kuli Village which is rich in agricultural produce, East Rote District, Rote Ndao District, NTT, the distance is quite far from the center of Ba'a City. To reach the top of the hill, visitors must climb 488 steps. But because previously only numbered around 300, this hill was better known as "Bukit Tangga 300" by the local community. Along the way up this staircase there are several bale-bale which is useful as a resting post, or even shelter from sunburn and rain. Panorama of the Lole Hills is always accompanying each visitor's journey and as if encouraging from behind. The feeling of fatigue will pay off as soon as it reaches the top, because the landscape of the landscape up there is very beautiful. On top of the peak are several lopo-lopo so that visitors can take a break while enjoying the beauty of the Rote landscape
In the north, the sight of the Lole Hills which accompany it while climbing is visible and in the south, the blue expanse of the Indian Ocean is very indulgent to the eye. Likewise in the east, visitors can see a mix of views of the Keka Hills with their blue bay. And for a moment, turn your gaze towards the west, the view of the Kuli Village with its rice fields laying out beautifully, greeting every eye that looked at it. It is an amazing 360 degree panorama from the top of Bukit Mando'o. Not only the scenery that adorns this beautiful hill, but when you're lucky a group of monkeys who are looking for food will accompany you on the top of the hill. The place which is at the height makes this hill a favorite spot for the people both inside and outside the island of Rote to enjoy the natural scenery of Rote from above. This hill is also perfect for watching the sunset at dusk. No wonder, if this hill looks always crowded with tourists. Moreover, if it is a holiday, many families take their children along for a picnic on this hill.
Access to Tourist Locations
Access to the route to Rote Island from Kupang City can be reached by air and sea, with detailed explanations as follows:
Located in Kuli Village which is rich in agricultural produce, East Rote District, Rote Ndao District, NTT, the distance is quite far from the center of Ba'a City. To reach the top of the hill, visitors must climb 488 steps. But because previously only numbered around 300, this hill was better known as "Bukit Tangga 300" by the local community. Along the way up this staircase there are several bale-bale which is useful as a resting post, or even shelter from sunburn and rain. Panorama of the Lole Hills is always accompanying each visitor's journey and as if encouraging from behind. The feeling of fatigue will pay off as soon as it reaches the top, because the landscape of the landscape up there is very beautiful. On top of the peak are several lopo-lopo so that visitors can take a break while enjoying the beauty of the Rote landscape
In the north, the sight of the Lole Hills which accompany it while climbing is visible and in the south, the blue expanse of the Indian Ocean is very indulgent to the eye. Likewise in the east, visitors can see a mix of views of the Keka Hills with their blue bay. And for a moment, turn your gaze towards the west, the view of the Kuli Village with its rice fields laying out beautifully, greeting every eye that looked at it. It is an amazing 360 degree panorama from the top of Bukit Mando'o. Not only the scenery that adorns this beautiful hill, but when you're lucky a group of monkeys who are looking for food will accompany you on the top of the hill. The place which is at the height makes this hill a favorite spot for the people both inside and outside the island of Rote to enjoy the natural scenery of Rote from above. This hill is also perfect for watching the sunset at dusk. No wonder, if this hill looks always crowded with tourists. Moreover, if it is a holiday, many families take their children along for a picnic on this hill.
Access to Tourist Locations
Access to the route to Rote Island from Kupang City can be reached by air and sea, with detailed explanations as follows:
- Via air, visitors can use the aircraft from El Tari Kupang Airport to Lekunik Rote Airport, using airlines that serve the Kupang-Rote-Kupang route, namely Trans Nusa and Susi Air, at a cost of around 200-300 thousand rupiah for a single flight. The schedule is 3 times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday / Saturday (the schedule may change depending on weather conditions and conditions).
- While via the sea there are 2 alternative choices of ships, namely using a slow boat (ferry) and fast boat (speed boat). If the visitor chooses to use the ferry, the departure time is at 08.00 WITA from Bolok Port, Kupang and then anchors at Pantai Baru Port, Rote. The crossing time takes up to 3-4 hours (depending on weather and sea conditions). The cost of crossing the Kupang-Rote regular ferry is equal to 54,000 rupiah per person. For visitors who want to bring a motorcycle from Kupang, a fee of 116,000 rupiah will be charged (for the cost of 1 person and 1 motorcycle). And for those who choose the alternative, the fast boat departs from Tenau Port, Kupang with a departure time of 08.00 WITA. Travel by fast boat takes around 1.5-2 hours depending on the conditions of wind and waves in the sea. Fast boat ticket costs around 160,000 rupiah for economy class and 190,000 rupiah for business class.
Upon arrival at Pantai Baru Port (Rote Ndao) visitors can continue their journey to Ba'a City, a small town that is quite crowded and can be said to be the center of the city of Rote Island. The distance from Pantai Baru Port to Ba'a City is around 45 minutes, with smooth paved road conditions. Visitors can use motorcycle taxi services or rent motorized vehicles from Kota Ba'a beforehand to go to Mando'o Hill. Next continue the journey from Ba'a to Bukit Mando'o with a travel time of about 1 hour. The condition of the road to the hill is quite varied, sometimes smooth paved but at some point before approaching the location the road conditions are rocky and hollow. Arriving at the location, visitors can park their vehicles in the parking lot that has been provided.
Entrance Ticket Prices (HTM)
Entrance ticket costs around 3,000 rupiah per person and 1,000 rupiah for motorbike parking.
Nearby Facilities
There are many lopo that can be used by visitors to relax and take a short break after climbing the stairs. Other supporting facilities such as toilets and parking lots are also available around the hill area. Because there are no food stalls in tourist locations, it is better for visitors to bring food supplies, especially drinking water, first purchased in Ba'a. [Anggey / Indonesia Rich]
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