Rote Island is 500km North West of the Australian coast and is the closest Indonesian Island to Australia. It sits south west of the main Island of Timor.
Rote Island Huts is uniquely positioned in the most beautiful area of the Island, with the famous white sandy coastline of Nemberala beach and its crystal clear water and spectacular reef right on your doorstep. This location ensures peaceful bliss away from the hustle and bustle. Although hot and tropical (24-30° C/75-88° F), Rote Island is much dryer than the Indonesian Islands to the north which means fewer mosquitos and the ability to enjoy the area without being drenched in perspiration.
Rote Islands remoteness is what makes it so special… travelling here is part of the adventure!
The best way to get here is to fly across from Bali.It is a 2hr flight from Bali to West Timors capital of Kupang and a 20 minute flight from Kupang to Rote. Alternatively there is a daily ferry that takes 2hrs from Kupang to Rote. Transfers to and from harbour or airport to Rote Island Huts cost approx $10 pp. We can organise this for you if preferred.
TRAVEL TO
Garuda Indonesia GA438 10.55am from Bali arriving Kupang 12.50pm. Cost ~$190 pp
Wings Air IW1935 3.10pm from Kupang arriving Rote 3.40pm. Cost ~$40 pp (excluding luggage which can be prepaid at ~$2 per kg here on parent company Lion Airs website).
TRAVEL FROM
FLY: Wings Air IW1934 7:25am from Rote arrives Kupang at 7:55am (Cost ~$40 pp (excluding luggage which can be prepaid here).
OR FERRY:
Bahari Express from Rote departs 8am arriving Kupang 10am. Tickets available in Rote. First class cost ~$18pp. Schedule can vary.
Garuda Indonesia GA439 1.35pm from Kupang arrives Bali 3.10pm. Cost ~$190 pp
