Starting Point: Ende or Maumere, East Flores, Indonesia
Ending Point: Labuan Bajo, West Flores, Indonesia
Embark on a 4-day overland adventure across Flores Island, from the mystical Kelimutu Three-Colored Lakes to traditional villages, natural hot springs, and unique landscapes. This journey offers a deep cultural and scenic experience, ending in the beautiful coastal town of Labuan Bajo.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: Maumere / Ende – Moni Village (±100KM from Maumere / ±50KM from Ende)
- Pick-up from your accommodation or airport in Maumere/Ende.
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Moni Village, with stops at picturesque spots along the way.
- Arrive in Moni and check in at your chosen accommodation.
DAY 2: Moni – Kelimutu – Ende – Bajawa (±170KM, ±6.5 Hours Drive)
- Early morning (4 AM) departure to Kelimutu Volcano.
- Drive about 1 hour to the parking area, followed by a 45-minute trek to the summit.
- Witness the stunning sunrise over the Kelimutu Tri-Colored Crater Lakes, a mystical natural phenomenon.
- After enjoying the view, return to Moni for breakfast.
- Continue the journey to Bajawa, stopping at:
- Wologai Traditional Village – Experience the well-preserved Lio tribal culture.
- Panggajawa (Blue Stone Beach) – A unique coastal spot covered in smooth blue pebbles.
- Arrive in Bajawa, check in at your accommodation.
- In the afternoon, relax at So’a Hot Springs.
DAY 3: Bajawa – Ruteng (±135KM, ±5 Hours Drive)
- Breakfast at your accommodation.
- Visit Bena Traditional Village, an iconic megalithic village of the Ngada tribe.
- Continue driving to Ruteng, with stops at:
- Aimere Village – See the traditional process of making Moke, the local palm wine.
- Ranamese Lake – A stunning crater lake surrounded by lush forests.
- Ruteng Pu’u Village – Discover the traditional houses of the Manggarai tribe.
- Arrive in Ruteng, check in at your chosen accommodation.
DAY 4: Ruteng – Labuan Bajo (±135KM, ±5 Hours Drive)
- Breakfast at your accommodation.
- Drive to Cancar Village to see Lodok, the famous “Spider Web” rice fields, a unique agricultural landscape.
- Continue the journey to Labuan Bajo, stopping at scenic spots for photos.
- Drop off at your chosen accommodation in Labuan Bajo.