On the first day, we rent a boat for a private trip to Padar, Pink Beach, Komodo, Manta Point, and Kalong. We use private tour for more efficient route as we want to see sunset from Kalong Island. Normally, Kalong tour is only for half-day trip and would not be included in the full day trip as there are many other islands to visit.
When going to Padar for hiking, make sure to wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as you will be climbing uphill (more than 850 steps I guess). Don't wear swimsuit as it will be quite hot. On the top of Padar Island, you will be amazed by the view.
After visiting Padar, we went to Pink Beach. The sand is in unusual color as it is a result from decomposition of a certain red coral, that makes the beach so colorful.
Unfortunately, my review for Komodo is so so, because I don't expect to see a Komodo which seems to have been conditioned to stay there and meet people.
The boat crew are friendly and cheerful despite the rain that was with us for the sunset at Kalong. The captain name is Sudirman, and our tour guide is Ryan. The boat is clean although the toilet is pretty small . The name of boat is Komodo Surga Bahari
The second day, we went to Melo village to see the local Manggarai People, their tradition and cultures. The overall performance was good, except that at the end of it, they cased us to buy their sarung, scarf, etc. I use the word "case" because they were so actively offering their goods for us to buy. I think, it would be nicer to put their goods for sell on the special table or racks, so that visitors could calmly select whichever they want.
All of our trip were organized by Bintang Komodo. In fact, the owner, Pak Gregorius Dodi (+62 852 5308 0111), is helpful and experienced. I can discuss things in more detail with him, even before I arrived at Labuan Bajo.