The coloured crater lakes of Mount Kelimutu

Flores Overland Tour

7 Days / 6 Nights

Labuan Bajo – Wae Rebo – Ruteng – Bajawa – Riung – Ende

A complete overland journey across Flores, combining traditional villages, volcanic landscapes, marine exploration, and cultural encounters.

Start: Labuan Bajo

End: Ende

Culture • Nature • Adventure

IDR 17.250.000 / Person

Highlights

  • Trekking & stay at Wae Rebo Village
  • Canyon adventure at Cunca Wulang
  • Lodok spider web rice fields
  • Hobbit cave Liang Bua Cave
  • Ngada culture at Bena Traditional Village
  • Island hopping in 17 Islands Marine Park Riung
  • Sunrise at Kelimutu lakes

Tour Character

  • Adventure level: Medium – Active
  • Combination: Trekking + Culture + Marine + Volcano
  • Suitable for: Active travelers & explorers

Detailed Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Cunca Wulang – Denge

    • Pick up from hotel in Labuan Bajo
    • Drive to Cunca Wulang Waterfall
    • Light trekking & swimming in natural canyon
    • Continue to Denge village (trekking starting point)

    Overnight: Local guesthouse (Denge)

  2. Day 2: Denge – Wae Rebo Village

    • Morning trek (±3–4 hours) to Wae Rebo Village
    • Welcome ceremony with local community
    • Explore traditional Mbaru Niang houses
    • Cultural interaction with villagers

    Overnight: Traditional house (Wae Rebo)

  3. Day 3: Wae Rebo – Lodok – Ruteng

    • Trek down to Denge village
    • Continue to Lodok Rice Fields
    • Photo stop at spider-web rice fields
    • Drive to Ruteng

    Overnight: Ruteng

  4. Day 4: Ruteng – Liang Bua – Bajawa

    • Visit Liang Bua Cave (Hobbit site)
    • Scenic overland drive across Flores
    • Stop at Ranamese Lake (optional)
    • Continue to Bajawa

    Overnight: Bajawa

  5. Day 5: Bajawa – Bena – Riung

    • Visit Bena Traditional Village
    • Optional hot spring & Mount Inerie viewpoint
    • Continue drive to Riung

    Overnight: Riung

  6. Day 6: Riung – 17 Islands – Moni

    • Morning boat trip to 17 Islands Marine Park Riung
    • Snorkeling & island hopping
    • Afternoon drive to Moni

    Overnight: Moni

  7. Day 7: Moni – Kelimutu – Ende

    • Early morning hike to Kelimutu National Park
    • Enjoy sunrise at the three-colored lakes
    • Return to hotel for breakfast
    • Transfer to Ende
The Cunca Wulang canyon with a turquoise river between steep rock wallsElevated view of Wae Rebo's cone-shaped houses in the green mountainsThe Lodok spider-web rice fields near Cancar seen from aboveGuests in traditional Manggarai dress at a village welcome, rice fields behindThe perfect cone of Inerie volcano rising above the Bajawa highlandsAerial view of a forested island and coral reef in Riung's 17 IslandsThe wide mouth of Liang Bua cave, the 'Hobbit' archaeological siteThe thatched houses and megaliths of Bena traditional village near Bajawa

Destinations Covered

  • Cunca Wulang Waterfall
  • Wae Rebo Village
  • Cancar Spider Web Rice Fields
  • Ruteng
  • Liang Bua Cave (Hobbit Cave)
  • Rana Mese Lake
  • Bena Traditional Village
  • Mount Inerie
  • Riung 17 Islands Marine Park
  • Kelimutu National Park

What to Bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Swimwear & change of clothes
  • Sunscreen
  • Flip-flops
  • Insect repellent
  • Toiletries
  • Personal medication

Included

  • 7-day guided tour across Flores Island
  • Accommodation during the trip
  • Private car (Toyota Innova)
  • Fuel (gasoline)
  • English-speaking driver and guide
  • Entrance fees to all destinations
  • Bicycle fee at Wae Rebo village
  • Mineral water & local fruit tasting experience
  • Boat rental & snorkeling at Riung 17 Islands Marine Park
  • Accommodation for driver and guide

Not Included

  • Flights to and from Flores
  • Travel insurance
  • Meals
  • Personal expenses

Not Suitable For

  • Children under 4 years old
  • Wheelchair users
  • People with low fitness levels

Important Information Before You Go

This tour includes moderate activities such as hiking and walking.

  • Please share your flight details after booking.
  • A copy of your identification document is required at least 1 day before the tour.
  • Weather conditions may vary — please bring appropriate clothing. Contact the service provider for packing advice.
  • Accommodations are carefully selected to offer the best value in each area, although facilities may be simpler compared to larger destinations.
  • We also offer an alternative route starting from Ende to Labuan Bajo, covering the same destinations and experiences.

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