6D5N. Flores overland & Komodo boat tour combine package adventure through Flores, Indonesia, offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and adventure. The journey spans from Maumere/Ende to Labuan Bajo, highlighting diverse landscapes, from volcanic lakes to lush rice terraces, and rich local traditions.
Travelers arrive in Maumere, known for its serene beaches, vibrant markets, and rich cultural heritage. Activities include exploring the Maumere Museum, and sampling local cuisine. The journey to Moni offers scenic coastal views, traditional villages like Wologai, and stops at Kelimutu National Park, home to the famous tri-colored lakes. A sunrise trek to Mount Kelimutu reveals stunning views of the ever-changing lake colors. Visitors can engage with local communities, learn about weaving traditions, and experience village life.
This route offers deep cultural experiences, including visits to traditional villages and witnessing indigenous dance performances. Bajawa is known for its vibrant cultural festivals and local cuisine. Travelers explore the lush highlands, visit Manggarai villages, and experience the famous ‘caci’ whip-fighting ceremony. Ruteng’s bustling markets offer a glimpse into local life. Arrival in Labuan Bajo, the gateway to Komodo National Park. The town offers diving, snorkeling, and lively nightlife.
Travel Tips & Natural Highlights
Flores boasts diverse flora, fauna, and stunning landscapes, from rainforests to volcanic craters. Travelers should prepare for long drives, pack appropriately, and respect local customs.
Conclusion
This journey provides an unforgettable mix of adventure, cultural connection, and breathtaking scenery. Visitors are encouraged to embrace responsible tourism and appreciate Flores’ unique heritage.
Start from: East of Flores Island Maumere or Ende Town
Ending Point: West of Flores, Komodo Island- Labuan Bajo
DAY 1: MAUMERE/ENDE-MONI VILLAGE
- Upon you arrival at Ende or Maumere or Pick up from your hotel in Maumere or Ende Town, our local guide will be welcomed you.
- Lunch at local Restaurant.
- Stop over at Ledalero Museum, Sikka Oldest,Catholic Church, Koka Beach if you start from Maumere
- Drive to Moni Village and hotel check-in
DAY 2: MONI-KELIMUTU-MONI-BAJAWA
- Depart earlier in the morning at 04:30 AM to see sunrise and three colored crater lakes and spectacular panorama.
- Back to Hotel and having breakfast
- Drive to Bajawa and Lunch will be provided in a local restaurant.
- Continue to Pangga Jawa or The Blue Stone Beach.
- Drive to So’a to enjoy hot spring water.
- The journey never ends and our local guide will take you to hotel check-in
- Overnight in Bajawa.
DAY 3: BAJAWA-BENA VILLAGE-RUTENG
- After finished breakfast to Bena Village and Gurusina traditional village.
- Stop over at Malanage hot spring.
- Then, drive to Aimere and to see the process how to make and taste the famous local alcohol drink, named “Arak or Sopi” distillation.
- After that, drive to Ruteng and on the way make short stop at Rana Mese Lake before arriving in Ruteng.
- Stay overnight in Ruteng.
DAY 4: RUTENG- SPIDER WEBS RICE FIELD-LABUAN BAJO-KELOR-FLYING FOX ISLAND
- After breakfast at your hotel, you tour will be starting to spider webs rice field to see incredible view of landscape and history , one of which is a rice field shaped like a spider webs that, resemble crop circles.
- Continue your trip and go direct to Labuan Bajo and get on board sail to Kelor Island and do snorkeling.
- Sail to Flying Fox Island to see sunset or Flying Foxes come out from Mangrove trees where flying over the board and overnight on board.
DAY 5: PADAR ISLAND-KOMODO ISLAND-PINK BEACH-MANTA POINT-SIABA ISLAND
- Early in the morning, proceed to Padar Island, morning trekking.
- Back to the boat get breakfast, sail to Komodo Island to see Komodo and other wild animals.
- Sail to Pink Beach, do snorkeling lots of fishes and colorful corals and relax on beach.
- Return to boat having lunch sail to Manta Point, there is no much corals. Manta comes to this point for eat the planktons, reef fishes live around coral blocks.
- Finished do snorkeling the boat will be moving to Siaba Island located in the central of Komodo Island, around 1 hours from Manta Point, Siaba Island best to see the Sea Turtles.
- Overnight on boat
DAY 6: SIABA ISLAND -KANAWA ISLAND-LABUAN BAJO
- After breakfast our guide will take you to Turtle City Snorkeling Site to do morning snorkeling.
- Back to boat sail to Kanawa Island , Kanawa Island is last stop, small island but majestic island, the boat park in the peer, do snorkeling in crystal water, relax on white sandy beach until late.
- Sailing back to Labuan Bajo
Overland Tour Include:
- English Speaking Guide
- Driver, Petrol and Full A/C Car
- Mineral Water
- All Entrance Fees During Flores Overland Trip
- Donations
- Standard Hotels During overland Trip
- Breakfast
Komodo OverseaTour Include:
- English Speaking Guide
- Meals on Boat
- Private AC Boat Charter
- Snorkeling Gears
- Mineral Water
- Snacks on board, Coffee and tea.
- Desserts
Tour Excluded:
- Ticket to get in National Park Flight Ticket, Travel Insurance, Tipping and Personal Expenses.
- What to bring?
Sport Shoes/Trekking Shoes, Hat, Sunblock, Sun Glasses and Cash of Money for Personal Expenses.
Note: The itinerary is flexible depends on the weather in field.
