Located between Flores and Sawoe Sea, Alor Archipelago is one of Indonesia’s last untouched frontiers. The main islands of Alor and Pantar and the strait between the two is a world class dive attraction. This intimate resort is situated on a perfect stretch of white sandy beach on Pantar Island . The resort is beautifully integrated into its natural surroundings and a wonderful base to explore the pristine Alor archipelago.
The eco-friendly resort boasts a friendly ambiance and incredible personalized service allowing a maximum number of 12 guests. The spacious thatched roof bungalows are built in the traditional Indonesian architectural style with large screened windows and high ceilings. Shaded by swaying palm trees and perfectly situated to catch the cool sea breezes, the bungalows have no need air-conditioning. Each bungalow has a large private verandah facing the sea, in room bathroom with hot and cold running water and 24 hour electricity.
The restaurant is a relaxing area to enjoy a drink or crack open a book. Three main meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) are generally served buffet or family style and feature healthy produce from the local market as well as fresh fish caught by local fishermen. Complementary tea and coffee are available at all times and in the afternoon we offer a selection of sweet or savory snacks.
Standard & Deluxe Bungalows
Spacious bungalows are designed to complement the natural environment. Their open design and thatched roofing are inspired by traditional architecture. Seafront open structure enables the breeze to bring the natural aeration and freshness indoors. Between June and August, the nights can get surprisingly cool (blankets are provided) and for the rest of the year a wall/ceiling fan can be used for additional comfort.
Interior equipment and décor are kept simple to enhance the serenity of the surroundings. All the beds are high quality spring beds and each bed features a reading lamp and spacious mosquito net to ensure sufficient air flow.
Large wooden terrace grants you a relaxing place to enjoy an impressive view over Pantar Strait and the sandy patch adjoining your bungalow features lounge chairs for additional chill out space.
Diving
The coral reef diving in Alor is nothing short of delightful since reefs of Pantar Strait are some of the most conserved marine systems in Indonesia. Apart from the prolific coral growth and staggering color palette of corals, sponges and anemones, diving in Alor is also well known for great variety of reef fishes and rich macro fauna. Frogfish, leaf scorpionfish, pigmy sea horses, eels, sea snakes and great varieties of colorful nudibranches. Alor is a place for remarkable surprises by passing pelagics such as hammerheads, reef sharks, sunfish and even whales. Alor is becoming a muck diving destination as well. The volcanic black sand and coral rubble offer a perfect camouflage environment for unusual critters like Rhinophias, devil fish, hairy frog fish, sea moth, snake eel, zebra crab, coleman shrimp, solar powered nudibranch, harlequin pipefish, velvet and robust pipefish, different seahorses and many more.
We operate in one of Indonesia’s last remaining wild places, a delicate and fragile environment that is core to the experience we offer. The long-term survival and health of our environment is critical. Alor Divers is therefore designed to share our space with nature, and staying with us means an immersive experience, where all aspects of your stay have been carefully thought out to minimize impact on the environment.
An Eco Lodge is sustainably connected to natural, built & social environment
Here is why we consider ourselves ecologically conscious resort:
We are located in a natural environment, within a short distance to natural areas & and not affected by town’s noise, traffic or pollution.
We implement water saving measuresWe apply no chemical policy
We employ sustainable waste management systemsWe provide guests with locally sourced and organic produce when possibleWe use sustainable and locally sourced materialsWe are small scaleWe employ energy saving tactics
The buildings do not dominate the landscapeWe employ & train local people at fair wagesWe help inform guests & staff on the importance and value of a healthy ecosystem and we describe how to best enjoy the area without impacting it
We place value on local cultureWe are involved in community social/environmental projects
We contribute to the local economy
We help demonstrate that ecotourism is a more sustainable way to earn income than destroying or altering habitats for short term gains