10D/9N Explore Flores Tour (PEOPLE, CULTURE & NATURE)

Day 1: Arrival in Maumere/Ende
Arrive at Maumere or Ende, meet your guide, and explore Maumere.

 

Day 2: Maumere & Mount Egon
Trek to the top of Mount Egon (2.5 hours), passing through jungle and volcanic stones. Enjoy panoramic views and volcanic smoke. Relax in natural hot springs and have a picnic lunch. Return to the hotel.

 

Day 3: Maumere & Islands Tour
Drive to Nangahale Village to witness traditional salt production. Then, embark on a wooden boat ride to Pangabatanng and Babi Islands for snorkeling, white sandy beaches, and a BBQ lunch. Return to Maumere.

 

Day 4:  Maumere to Moni
Visit Watublapi Village for traditional dances and ikat weaving. Enjoy a scenic drive to Moni via the north of Flores, with stops for photos at Ana Bara Beach and local villages. Stay overnight at Eco Lodge Kelimutu or similar.

 

Day 5:  Kelimutu Lakes, Nggela Village & Murunderu Waterfall
Visit the iconic Kelimutu Lakes for sunrise, followed by a visit to Nggela Traditional Village to learn about local culture. After lunch, explore the Murunderu Waterfall and its rice field terraces. Return to the hotel.

 

Day 6:  Moni to Maukaro
Drive through the savanna and rice fields of northern Flores, passing through cashew nut plantations. Stay overnight in a local house at Maukaro Village and participate in village activities.

 

Day 7:  Maukaro to Riung, Tudu Padha & Watu Mitong Viewpoint
Travel to Riung via Mbay, visiting the Tudu Padha Traditional Village. Enjoy spectacular views of the 17 Islands from Watu Mitong. Overnight stay in Riung.

 

Day 8: 17 Islands Tour
Take a boat trip to Kalong Island to see flying foxes, then head to Rutong Island for snorkeling and relaxation on the white sandy beach. Return to your hotel in the late afternoon.

 

Day 9:  Riung to Bajawa, Manggaruda Hot Springs & Wolobobo Viewpoint
Drive to Bajawa, with a stop at Manggaruda Hot Springs for a relaxing soak. If time permits, visit Wolobobo Viewpoint for breathtaking views. Overnight stay in Bajawa.

 

Day 10: Bajawa to Labuan Bajo
Drive to Labuan Bajo.

Mount Egon in Flores
Kelimutu Lakes in Moni
Saga village in Flores
Gurusina traditional village in Flores
Snorkeling in Flores

Why Choose Flores Tour?

Diverse Culture

Experience traditional dances, weaving, and salt production in local villages

Natural Beauty

Trek Mount Egon, see the Kelimutu Lakes, relax on 17 Islands, and enjoy waterfalls and hot springs

Authentic Village Experience

Stay in remote villages like Maukaro for a deeper cultural immersion

Sustainable Travel

Support local communities and promote responsible tourism