Starting Point: Labuan Bajo, West Flores, Indonesia
Ending Point: Maumere / Ende, East Flores, Indonesia
Embark on a 6-day adventure across Flores Island, exploring breathtaking landscapes, traditional villages, and stunning natural wonders. This journey takes you from the western town of Labuan Bajo to the eastern
Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Lembor – Ruteng (+/-135 KM, +/-5 Hours Drive)
- Pick up from your accommodation in Labuan Bajo.
- Stop at Melo Village for breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding landscapes.
- Continue to Cancar Village to witness the famous spider-web rice fields (Lodok), a unique agricultural pattern found in Manggarai.
- Visit Ruteng Pu’u, a traditional Manggarai village with authentic houses and cultural heritage.
- Check-in at your selected accommodation in Ruteng for an overnight stay.
Day 2: Ruteng – Aimere – Bajawa (+/-135 KM, +/-5 Hours Drive)
- Depart from Ruteng towards Bajawa.
- Stop at Ranamese Lake, a serene crater lake surrounded by lush forests, perfect for photography.
- Continue to Aimere Village to observe the traditional production of Moke (Arak Flores), a local palm liquor.
- Proceed to Bajawa, check-in at your accommodation, and enjoy free time in town.
Day 3: Bajawa – Riung (+/-70 KM, +/-3 Hours Drive)
- Visit Bena Traditional Village, one of Flores’ most well-preserved tribal villages, known for its megalithic structures and unique cultural traditions.
- Return to Bajawa town for lunch.
- Stop at So’a Natural Hot Springs for a relaxing bath in geothermal waters.
- Continue the journey to Riung, check-in at your accommodation, and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 4: Full-Day Boat Tour – 17 Islands Marine Park (Riung)
- After breakfast, transfer to the Riung harbor for a full-day island-hopping adventure.
- Boat to Kalong Island, where thousands of fruit bats take flight from the mangrove trees.
- Snorkeling at Bako/Tembang Reef, known for its vibrant coral and marine life.
- Explore Tiga Island and Rutong Island, ideal snorkeling and beach relaxation spots.
- Return to Riung harbor and transfer back to your accommodation.
Day 5: Riung – Moni (+/-185 KM, +/-7 Hours Drive)
- After breakfast, begin the long drive to Moni Village.
- Stop at Blue Stone Beach (Pantai Panggajawa), a stunning coastal area with unique blue-hued stones.
- Continue the journey via Ende, stopping at Wologai Traditional Village, known for its well-preserved Lio tribal houses.
- Arrive in Moni Village, check-in at your accommodation, and rest before the early morning hike.
Day 6: Moni – Kelimutu – Maumere / Ende
- 04:00 AM: Depart from Moni to Kelimutu National Park.
- A short 45-minute drive followed by a 30-minute hike leads to the Kelimutu Summit, where you will witness the breathtaking Kelimutu Tri-Color Lakes, a natural wonder with constantly changing lake colors.
- After sunrise, return to Moni for breakfast.
- Continue the journey to Maumere (±100 KM, ±3 Hours) or Ende (±50 KM, ±1.5 Hours) for drop-off at your accommodation or airport for your next destination.