Labuan Bajo once again became the captivating epicenter of open-water excitement as Limbang Tacik TA’A 2025 celebrated its second annual Open Water Festival on 20 September 2025 at TA’AKTANA, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Labuan Bajo.

Against the pristine backdrop of the Flores Sea, the festival brought together swimmers from the Indonesia National Swim Team, East Java Province Swim Team, and local swim clubs, alongside passionate enthusiasts from the local community and expatriates from Russia, Brazil, and Japan. The gathering celebrated sportsmanship, adventure, and the authentic natural splendor of Komodo National Park.

This year’s festival welcomed 46 registered participants, with 41 swimmers competing across three distinctive categories: 10,000m Open, 5,000m Master, and 2,000m Master & Junior.

Limbang Tacik TA’A introduced a new 10,000m Open category. In the male race, Elisei Stepanov from Russia claimed victory in 02:17:21, narrowly ahead of Mohammad Akbar Putra Taufik and Semenov Denis.

In the female race, Adinda Larasati Dewi Kirana, who won the most medals at PON (National Sports Week) Papua 2021, impressed with a time of 02:35:34.

In the 5,000m Master category, Alexander Taraskin and Bianca Marcon, a Brazilian triathlete, coach, and content creator, dominated the 30-39 age group in the male and female categories, respectively. Meanwhile, Colin Wilbhy captured attention as the only participant in the 60+ category, completing the race with an outstanding time of 01:58:41.

In the 2,000m Master & Junior category, Satria Chandra and Fiorenza Elysia Ngera excelled as 14-19 junior champions, recording the fastest times across all participants, showcasing the promising and engaging future of Indonesian swimming.

The races unfolded along the stunning Wae Rana Beach at TA’AKTANA, where the crystalline waters of Labuan Bajo provided an unforgettable course. The day concluded with the Sunset Sprint 400m Race, featuring 6 women and 17 men competing in a spirited dash across the waves, framed by Labuan Bajo’s captivating sunset. The spirit of competition comes together in one narrative: Dilaokku Kallumangku – My Ocean, My Life.

“Limbang Tacik TA’A will continue to grow as an annual celebration highlighting Labuan Bajo’s waters as a premier sports tourism destination. We want the sea to be a stage for achievement and unforgettable experiences,” said Omar Suryaatmaja, Race Director.

Competitors demonstrated extraordinary endurance and skill, supported by safety marshals and strategically placed feeding boats across the 10K and 5K courses. All finishers were awarded an edition medal for 2025 to commemorate their enduring achievement.

The TA’AKTANA team, alongside local authorities including the Indonesian Harbourmaster and Port Authority (KSOP), Indonesia Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS), Air and Water Police Corps (Polairud), Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (KKP), and the Indonesian Navy (TNI AL/Lanal), ensured the smooth running of the exceptional event.

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