Flores komodo and 17 islands tour 9 days 8 nights

Overview

Embark on a transformative 9-day, 8-night journey through Flores and Komodo, starting from Bali or Labuan Bajo. This curated itinerary combines the enchanting wonders of Komodo National Park with the cultural treasures and natural landscapes of Flores Island. From the legendary Komodo Dragons to the mystical Kelimutu Three-Colored Lakes, this adventure promises an immersive and unforgettable experience.

Participant: Minimum 2 persons

Flores & Komodo 9D8N Itinerary

Day 1: Bali – Labuan Bajo – Kelor Island – Padar Island – Kalong Island

• Pick-up at hotel in Bali → domestic flight to Labuan Bajo

• Meet guide & transfer to harbor → board the boat

• Kelor Island – snorkeling & relaxing on white sand beach

• Padar Island – trek to the top for spectacular views

• Overnight on boat near Kalong Island to witness flying foxes

Day 2: Padar – Komodo Island – Pink Beach – Manta Point – Taka Makassar – Labuan Bajo

• Breakfast on board

• Guided trek on Komodo Island with local ranger to spot Komodo Dragons

• Visit Sulphure Hill & Frigate Hill for panoramic views

• Relax & snorkel at Pink Beach

• Swim with manta rays at Manta Point (conditions permitting)

• Stop at Taka Makassar sandbank

• Return to Labuan Bajo → hotel check-in

Day 3: Labuan Bajo – Denge Village – Wae Rebo Village

• Drive 4 hours to Denge Village

• Trek 3 hours through jungle & coffee plantations to Wae Rebo Village (UNESCO site)

• Warm welcome with traditional coffee ceremony

• Dinner & overnight in local house

Day 4: Wae Rebo – Denge – Todo Village – Spider Web Rice Field – Ruteng

• Breakfast & village exploration

• Stop at Todo Village (traditional houses)

• Visit Cara Village to see the unique Spider Web Rice Field (Lingko)

• Drive to Ruteng Town → check-in at MBC Hotel

Day 5: Ruteng – Liang Bua – Ranamese Lake – Bajawa

• Visit Liang Bua Cave, where the “Hobbit” (Homo floresiensis) was discovered

• Stop at Ranamese Lake for fresh air & scenery

• Visit Borong – see traditional palm wine (tuak) processing

• Lunch at local restaurant en route

• Evening check-in at hotel in Bajawa

• Dinner at local restaurant

Day 6: Bajawa – Bena Village – Manggeruda Hot Spring – Riung

• Explore Bena Traditional Village – megalithic culture & ikat weaving

• Swim in Manggeruda Hot Spring

• Scenic drive to Riung, check-in at Pondok SVD Riung or similar

• Lunch & dinner at local restaurant

Day 7: Riung 17 Islands Tour

• Boat trip to Rutong Island – snorkeling & swimming

• Visit Fox Island – see fruit bats in mangroves

• Lunch served on the boat

• Return to hotel in Riung, dinner at local restaurant

Day 8: Riung – Mbay – Nanga Roro – Nanga Panda – Ende – Moni Village

• Scenic drive through Mbay & Nanga Roro panoramas

• Visit Nanga Panda Blue Stone Beach

• Lunch stop in Ende

• Continue via Detusoko fruit market to Moni

• Overnight at Nur Hidayah or Floresare Hotel

• Dinner at local restaurant

Day 9: Moni – Kelimutu Lakes – Maumere – Bali

• Early departure (03:45 AM) to Kelimutu Three-Colored Lakes for sunrise view

• Short trek to Muru Keba Waterfall on return

• Breakfast at hotel

• Drive 3.5 hrs to Maumere, with stop at Koka Beach

• Flight Maumere → Bali (14:50 – 16:10)

• Arrival in Bali, transfer to hotel

Highlights of the Tour

• Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Komodo National Park & Wae Rebo Village

• Encounter Komodo Dragons in their natural habitat

• Sunrise at Padar Island & Kelimutu Crater Lakes

• Snorkel at Pink Beach, Manta Point & Riung 17 Islands

• Discover cultural gems: Bena Village, ikat weaving, palm wine distillation

• Stay overnight in a local Wae Rebo house for authentic immersion

This Flores & Komodo 9D8N tour blends adventure, culture, and nature, making it ideal for travelers seeking the ultimate Indonesian journey.