Overland Journey in Flores Island (6d5n)
from
Rp 13.215.000 / person
start
Labuan Bajo
finish
Maumere
- Flores Overland
- Flores Island
- Explore Flores
12 AM
Min. 4 Pax
overview
Flores is home to the ancient animal, the Komodo Dragon. Not only that, but this island, a jewel in Eastern Indonesia, is also mesmerizing with Lake Kelimutu, a crater lake that features three different colors.
Beyond its natural beauty, Flores is rich in Manggarai culture which is well-preserved to this day. On this trip, you will be invited to experience local life firsthand in traditional villages such as Todo, Bena, and Wologai.
Exploring Flores from end to end is a fulfilling experience, as you will discover a variety of things: stunning natural landscapes, weaving crafts managed by local communities, neatly preserved history, and a diversity of cultures living peacefully side-by-side.
what's included
land transport
Air-conditioned car transport for the entire trip, including airport transfers (from Labuan Bajo and to Maumere)
meals
Meals during the trip : Breakfast 5x, Lunch 5x, Dinner 5x
tickets
- Entrance ticket to Kelimutu National Park.
- Entrance tickets to all mentioned tourist destinations.
- All mentioned tourism activities.
accomodation
Sharing room in 3-Star Hotel
(2 Pax per room - 5 Nights)
travel kit
Tumbler & Totebag Sejiva.Id
expert guide
The journey is led by an experienced local guide.
what's excluded
- airline tickets & airport tax
- personal travel insurance (recommended)
- personal expenses
- tipping for guide and crew
itinerary
Welcome to Flores Island!
Your first stop is Labuan Bajo. After a brief rest, you will start your journey toward Ruteng.
Along the way, you will visit Todo Traditional Village. This ancestral village is recognized as the origin of the Manggarai kingdom. Here, all the houses are traditional dwellings called Niang Wowang, which are cone-shaped and covered with rattan. You can also learn to weave with the local weavers.
Following that, we will stop briefly to see Lingko Lodok Cancar. These are the rice fields of the local Manggarai community, uniquely shaped like a spider's web. This design reflects the Manggarai tradition of fair land division.
Next, you will be invited to enjoy the sunset from a sky terrace café before dinner and rest.
Day two begins with a journey from Ruteng to Bajawa!
In the morning, let's enjoy the cool air of Ruteng by biking around this small town. You'll meet local people going to their farms or the market—mornings here are truly peaceful. After the bike ride, you'll return to the hotel for breakfast and get ready to head to Bajawa.
On the way, you'll stop at Aimere village to see how local Manggarai arak (traditional spirit) is made, and you can try some if you like.
Next, your adventure takes you to Bena Traditional Village, a famous old village built on a hilltop. Bena sits right under Mount Inerie. The people of Bena believe their village is protected by Yeta, the god who lives on the mountain.
In the afternoon, you can spend time exploring the small town of Bajawa.
The third day's journey will take you from Bajawa to Moni.
After breakfast, you will start your journey towards Ende. Along the way, you will stop for lunch at the Blue Stone Beach Restaurant, where you can enjoy the beautiful beach whose shoreline rocks range in color from light blue to turquoise.
Leaving Blue Stone, your trip continues to Wologai Traditional Village, which is approximately 800 years old. This ancestral village features distinct cone-shaped architecture and is built in a circular layout. In the center of the village, you will find a flat stone used as an altar for offerings during traditional ceremonies.
After Wologai Village, you will continue your drive to the village of Moni, a small village located at the foot of the Kelimutu mountains.
Today, you will rest at a hotel near the foot of Mount Kelimutu.
Day four will start a little earlier!
Today, you will greet the sunrise from the heights of Kelimutu. Afterward, you can witness the beautiful Kelimutu Lakes, which feature three different colors—these lakes are the craters of the Kelimutu volcano.
Coming down from Kelimutu, you can relax briefly at your hotel before continuing the adventure to the beautiful Koka Beach and enjoying a delicious seafood lunch.
After Koka Beach, you will be taken to Lepo Lerun, a location that serves as the conservation center for Sikka Ikat weaving, initiated by a local Sikka woman leader. Here, you can observe the Ikat weaving process and listen to the stories behind Sikka's woven fabrics.
Leaving Lepo Lerun in the late afternoon, your journey will continue to Maumere city for rest.
Good morning!
After breakfast, you will continue your journey to Wuring Village, the village of the Bajo tribe.
Here, you will see houses built on stilts over the water. You can walk around the village and interact directly with the local community before heading to Anjo Maumere, a local restaurant serving traditional Maumere cuisine.
After lunch, you will visit the Bekun Blewut Museum, an archaeological museum focused on the history of Flores. In the late afternoon, we will visit the old Sikka Church, which was built in 1893.
Once the tour is complete, you will return to Maumere city for dinner and rest.
It's the final day of our journey on Flores Island!
After breakfast and preparing your belongings, we will escort you to the airport.
Along the way, you can stop to see and purchase various authentic Flores souvenirs to bring home as gifts for family and friends.
We hope this adventure has delivered a positive impact on the destinations visited and provided you with unforgettable memories.
See you again on your next adventure with Sejiva!
why you’ll love
this experience
nature
Enjoy the incredibly captivating natural beauty of Flores. From the unique Spiderweb Rice Fields, stunning beaches with blue-colored stones, the mesmerizing Mount and Lake Kelimutu, the sea village of the Bajo tribe in Wuring, to the super beautiful landscapes offered throughout the journey.
new friends
Embark on an unforgettable journey alongside fellow travelers who share the same passion and concern for local communities, culture, and the environment.
culture
Take a closer look at and directly experience the living culture of Flores through the Sikka Ikat Weaving conservation center, Todo Traditional Village, Bena Traditional Village, Wologai Traditional Village, and direct interaction with the indigenous communities who sustain these traditional villages across Flores.
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