Flores Overland: Kelimutu Lakes, Villages & Komodo Dragons (6D/5N)

Today we will get up early to be able to see sunrise on top of the Kelimutu. Kelimutu is a large volcano, which we access practically by car, until the last 20 minutes, which will be a walk in the field. When reaching the top, you can see 3 craters, which have become three lakes, of different colors. One black, one yellow and one a little purple, but the great thing is that they change color, especially in the moments of dawn! Take a coat, because sometimes it can be very cold. After admiring this natural wonder, you will head to Bajawa. In the vicinity of your hotel in Moni, we can do some kicks among the villages, where you can see how most women manufacture Sarongs with the looms, in a totally traditional way. In addition, you will be able to see the happenings in the surroundings of the town.

On the way to Bajawa, it will take about 6 hours drive, we will stop in the political capital of Flores, an immense bay open to the Indian Ocean, the city of Ende, where you will have lunch, visit the Market, etc. On the outskirts of Ende, we will make a stop to see a cove, called the beach of the blue stones (although the stones are really green?) Where you will see dozens of workers, collecting stones and classifying them, and then be exported, due to the beauty they represent for gardens in Hong Kong and Singapore.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel or guesthouse in Bajawa

Today, in the morning we will be able to have our well-deserved breakfast, and then we will go to Bena, one of the best known traditional villages of Flores, belonging to the Ngadas tribes. Tribes that despite being Christianized, they still maintain their animistic beliefs. There you can see the way of life of the Bajawa people. In the village complex they have all the houses with the doors open towards the Ngadhu and Bhaga (Man and Woman) temples. Altars that they use both to bless the town and for the harvest, as they represent their ancestors.

We will also take the opportunity to stop on the slopes of the great Inerie volcano and take photos of its continuous fumaroles. After having lunch on the way, our a new long drive begins, about another 4-5 hours until we reach Ruteng. But we will stop in a traditional town, called Aimere, where we will see (or for those who want to try) how they distill the Palm liquor, called Arak. If we get to Ruteng early, we can visit the cave where the Homo Florensis was discovered.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Guesthouse in Ruteng

Early in the morning, we continue the march to reach Labuan Bajo for about 4-5 hours. On the way to Labuan Bajo, we will stop at Golo Cara, to see the giant rice pits, the only ones in the world in the shape of a spider’s web, a wonder to behold.

Upon arrival in Labuan Bajo, we will directly transfer to the port and sail to Menjarite and Kalong Island. We will sail for about 3 hours until we reach our first stop, Menjarite Island, where we can snorkel and relax. Then we will sail to Kelor Island, where, in addition to swimming in its beautiful waters, we will be able to take a short hike to the top of the hill to enjoy its impressive views. In the afternoon, we will go to Kalong Island (Flying Fox Island). Here you will be able to see the amazing thousands of flying foxes that come out of the mangroves at sunset time, 18:00–19:00. The beautiful sunset is really nice and can be seen from the boat. This is truly a spectacle of nature. We will end the day enjoying a delicious dinner.

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Traditional Boat (Cabin without AC)

After having breakfast on the boat, we will then sail to PADAR Island to do the trekking that takes us directly to the famous view of the three bays. We continue straight to Loh Liang, the Ranger station on Komodo Island. We will pass around many small islands, and in 2.5 hours we will reach the pier of Komodo Island. After checking in, we will do a gentle trek to see the giant rizard/komodo dragon and other wildlife such as Timor deer, wild boar, wild chicken, and many species of tropical birds. A local ranger will guide you during the walk. You will return to the ship to go to a pink sand beach (Pink Beach) to snorkel, swim, and relax. It is really spectacular, as is the virgin coral reef with many colorful fish. This is one of the best places to snorkel. Then you will sail to Manta Point to explore giant mantas while snorkeling, possibly even seeing them from the boat (although this cannot be guaranteed if the weather is bad or there are strong waves and currents). Lunch will be provided on board. We go to the port of Labuan Bajo in the afternoon and then to the hotel to rest from all of the sea and mountains. 

Meals: Breakfast – Lunch – Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Labuan Bajo

Your adventure continues for a little longer on this last day of the trip, but only if you still have time prior to your flight (situational). After breakfast, we will go to see Batu Cermin or the cave of mirrors. Then at around noon we continue to Labuan Bajo airport to take your flight. Thank you for enjoying Flores overland tour with Come2Indonesia. We wait for you on another excursion with us. Sampai Jumpa!

Meals: Breakfast

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