Pulau Solor Travel Guide
The volcanic island of Solor is located in the province of East Nusa Tengarra in Indonesia. Surrounded by intense natural beauty, this is a popular place to explore.
- What is It?
- A pretty island in the Solor Archipelago or Indonesia.
- When to Go
- During the dry season between May and September.
- Nearest Town
- Kalabahi, a four-hour ferry ride away.
- Don't Miss
- wander around the Portuguese Fort to experience pretty ocean views.
- Trivia
- the Portuguese Fort of Solor was the cause of much conflict between the Portuguese and Dutch in the 16th and 17th centuries as both nations fought for supremacy in Solor.
Part of the Solor Archipelago, the waters around here are particularly good for scuba diving and snorkeling as they contain colorful coral and marine life. There are a number of dive companies in the area available to take visitors on tours of the watery underworld.
With numerous picturesque tropical islands located in the area, a great way to explore is by taking a boat trip. It is possible to take boat trips of the Solor and adjacent Alor archipelagos which take several days and combine sightseeing with diving, snorkeling and fishing.
Although only measuring 40kms by six kilometers, two languages are spoken on Pulau Solor: Andonara and Lamaholot. There are a number of quaint buildings located on the island, as well as five volcanoes. Climbing to the top of these provides excellent views of the surrounding area and ocean, while trekking through the jungle offering visitors the chance to see the island's wildlife.
Travel to Pulau Solor - Getting There
Access to Solor Archipelago is from Denpasar in Bali, where there is a large international airport. Simply take an onward flight to Pulau Alor (60 minutes) and a ferry from the port of Kalabahi to Solo Archipelago (4 hours).
