Komodo tour and flores adventures 7 days 6 nights

Day 1: Arrival – Komodo Tour

✦ Kelor Island

• A small island with white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, and lush green hills.

• Perfect for snorkeling, as the reef is vibrant and filled with colorful fish.

• A short 15-minute hike up the hill rewards you with panoramic views of Labuan Bajo and the surrounding islands.

✦ Rinca Island

• One of the main habitats of the Komodo Dragon, the world’s largest lizard.

• A guided trek with park rangers (1–2 hrs) through savanna and forest offers a chance to spot Komodo dragons, wild buffalo, deer, boars, and exotic birds.

• Less crowded than Komodo Island, providing a more natural and intimate experience.

✦ Kalong Island

• Famous for its spectacular flying fox (giant fruit bats) phenomenon.

• At sunset, thousands of bats take off from the mangrove forest, filling the twilight sky.

• A magical moment with dramatic orange skies and silhouettes of flying bats.

Day 2: Komodo Tour – Labuan Bajo

✦ Padar Island

• An iconic symbol of Komodo National Park.

• Known for its three bays with different colored sand (white, grey, pinkish).

• A 30–40 min hike to the top offers one of the most stunning sunrise views in Indonesia.

✦ Long Beach

• A pristine long stretch of golden-white sand.

• Ideal for swimming, relaxing, and light snorkeling.

• Clear waters with beautiful blue gradients.

✦ Manta Point

• A world-class snorkeling site where you may encounter graceful manta rays.

• These gentle giants, with wingspans up to 3–4 meters, are mesmerizing to watch as they glide through the currents.

• Also home to rich coral gardens and tropical reef fish.

✦ Kanawa Island

• A tiny island with powdery white sand and crystal-clear waters.

• Popular for snorkeling: vibrant corals, clownfish, and blue starfish are common sightings.

• Peaceful and relaxing atmosphere before returning to Labuan Bajo.

Day 3: Labuan Bajo – Waerebo Traditional Village

✦ Denge Village

• Starting point for the trek to Waerebo.

• A small farming village surrounded by rice fields and hills.

• From here, a 3–4 hour trek leads through tropical forest and rivers.

✦ Waerebo Village

• A UNESCO World Heritage traditional Manggarai village.

• Famous for Mbaru Niang, tall cone-shaped communal houses made from bamboo and palm fiber.

• Located at 1,200m above sea level, surrounded by mystical green mountains.

• Visitors are welcomed with a Waelu’u ceremony, symbolizing acceptance into the community.

• Nighttime in Waerebo is serene, with starlit skies and an authentic cultural atmosphere.

Day 4: Waerebo – Ruteng

✦ Spiderweb Rice Fields (Lingko Cara)

• Unique rice terraces shaped like a spiderweb, found only in Manggarai, Flores.

• This pattern comes from a traditional land-sharing system called lodok.

• Best viewed from above, offering a truly photogenic landscape.

✦ Ruteng Pu’u

• A traditional Manggarai village with thatched-roof houses.

• Features ancient megalithic stones still used for rituals.

• Ruteng town itself is a cool highland city with a colonial heritage feel.

Day 5: Ruteng – Bajawa

✦ Ranamese Lake

• A tranquil crater lake surrounded by dense tropical forest.

• The calm atmosphere and cool climate make it perfect for a short nature walk.

✦ Aimere Village

• Famous for traditional arak distillation (palm wine).

• Visitors can observe how locals process palm sap into strong liquor using bamboo and firewood.

• Tasting is possible, with different alcohol levels available.

✦ Bena Village

• One of the most famous Ngada tribal villages.

• Known for traditional houses, stone megaliths, and strong ancestral traditions.

• Stunning views of Mount Inerie as a dramatic backdrop.

✦ Nage Hot Springs

• A natural thermal spring at the base of the mountains.

• Perfect for relaxation after a day of travel.

• Surrounded by lush landscapes and rivers.

Day 6: Bajawa – Ende – Moni

✦ Nanga Panda Blue Stone Beach

• Unique beach covered with turquoise-blue pebbles.

• A rare geological wonder, only found in this part of Flores.

• Gentle waves make it pleasant for walking and photography.

✦ Bung Karno Museum (Ende)

• The exile home of Indonesia’s first president, Soekarno, from 1934–1938.

• A historical site where he spent years writing, reflecting, and developing independence ideas.

• Displays original furniture, photos, and personal artifacts.

✦ Saga Village

• A traditional Lio tribe village with stilt houses.

• Surrounded by rice terraces and mountains, offering an authentic cultural vibe.

• Villagers are welcoming and still practice ancestral rituals.

Day 7: Moni – Kelimutu Lake – Ende – Departure

✦ Mount Kelimutu & Three-Colored Lakes

• The most famous natural wonder of Flores.

• Three volcanic lakes with constantly changing colors (blue, green, black/brown) due to mineral and chemical reactions.

• Sunrise at Kelimutu is magical: mist, sunlight, and mountain scenery create a mystical atmosphere.

• Local belief: each lake is the resting place of departed souls:

  • Tiwu Ata Mbupu → for the souls of the elderly

  • Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai → for the souls of the young

  • Tiwu Ata Polo → for the souls of the wicked

✨ Summary:
This 7D6N journey combines the marine paradise of Komodo, the cultural richness of Waerebo & Bena, and the natural wonder of Kelimutu, giving travelers a complete Flores experience: sea, mountains, culture, and history in one epic adventure.