Flores Overland Tour 6D/5N

From Komodo Gateway to Kelimutu’s Magic

If you want to explore Flores Island in depth after visiting Komodo National Park, this 6-day land journey is the perfect choice. Travel from Labuan Bajo in West Flores to Maumere or Ende in the east, uncovering stunning landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and natural wonders — including the mystical Kelimutu Three-Colored Lakes.

📍 Starting Point: Labuan Bajo, West Flores
📍 Ending Point: Maumere or Ende, East Flores

Itinerary

Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Lembor – Ruteng (±135 KM / 5 hours)

• Visit Melo Village for panoramic views of Labuan Bajo.

• Stop at Cancar Village to see the iconic spider-web rice fields (Lodok).

• Explore Ruteng Pu’u, a traditional Manggarai village.

• Overnight stay in Ruteng.

Day 2: Ruteng – Aimere – Bajawa (±135 KM / 5 hours)

• Scenic drive to Bajawa with a stop at Ranamese Lake, a tranquil crater lake surrounded by forest.

• Visit Aimere Village to see the traditional making of Moke (local palm liquor).

• Arrive in Bajawa and check in at your accommodation.

Day 3: Bajawa – Riung (±70 KM / 3 hours)

• Morning visit to Bena Village, one of the most well-preserved traditional villages with megalithic heritage.

• Stop at So’a Natural Hot Springs for a refreshing bath.

• Continue to Riung, a peaceful fishing village on the northern coast.

• Overnight stay in Riung.

Day 4: Riung 17 Islands Marine Park Excursion

• Full-day boat trip through Riung 17 Islands Marine Park.

• Visit Kalong Island to see thousands of flying foxes.

• Snorkel at Tembang and Rutong reefs, teeming with marine life.

• Relax on pristine beaches before returning to Riung.

Day 5: Riung – Moni (±185 KM / 7 hours)

• Drive eastward with a stop at Panggajawa Beach (Blue Stone Beach).

• Pass through Ende, with a visit to Wologai Traditional Village.

• Evening arrival in Moni Village, gateway to Kelimutu. Overnight stay.

Day 6: Kelimutu Sunrise – Maumere / Ende (±100 KM to Maumere / 50 KM to Ende)

• Early morning departure to Kelimutu Volcano.

• Short trek to the summit to witness the breathtaking Tri-Colored Lakes at sunrise.

• Return to Moni for breakfast, then continue to Maumere or Ende for departure.

Tour Highlights

✅ Spider-web rice fields in Cancar
✅ Traditional Manggarai & Ngada villages (Ruteng Pu’u, Bena, Wologai)
✅ Scenic crater lakes (Ranamese & Kelimutu)
✅ Relaxing at So’a Hot Springs
✅ Snorkeling in Riung 17 Islands Marine Park
✅ Blue Stone Beach coastline

ℹ️ Important Information for Customers

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• No limit to participants — larger groups enjoy lower rates per person.

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