Flores & Komodo Overland Expedition (7D6N)
An extraordinary 7 Days - 6 Nights journey spanning the entire length of Flores Island to the Komodo Archipelago. Witness the three-colored crater lakes of Mount Kelimutu at sunrise, explore ancient megalithic villages in Bajawa, marvel at spider-web rice fields in Cancar, and set sail on a liveaboard house boat to encounter Komodo dragons and snorkel vibrant Pink Beach coral reefs.
Maumere Cultural Entry & Kelimutu Sunrise
Journey from Maumere to Moni, witness the mesmerizing sunrise over Mt. Kelimutu's tricolor lakes, and travel across the central highlands to Bajawa.
Day 01: Maumere Airport Arrival to Moni Village
Upon arrival at Maumere Airport, meet your private guide and driver for a 2-hour scenic drive to Moni. En route, stop at Ledalero Museum to admire rare ethnic artifacts, enjoy lunch along Paga Beach, and visit a hilltop traditional village before checking into your Moni hotel.
- ✈️ Pick-up at Maumere Airport & drive along scenic coastal routes
- 🏛️ Guided tour of Ledalero Ethnographic Museum & artifacts
- 🏖️ Lunch near Paga Beach & view traditional highland architecture
Day 02: Mt. Kelimutu Three-Color Lakes & Bajawa Drive
Depart at 04:30 AM for Mount Kelimutu to witness the magical sunrise over its famous three-colored volcanic crater lakes. Return to the hotel for breakfast, then embark on a 6-hour drive across scenic mountain terrain to Bajawa, stopping at traditional Wogo village along the way.
- 🌋 04:30 AM sunrise excursion to Mt. Kelimutu's 3-color crater lakes
- 🏡 Visit ancestral Wogo village to experience local highland customs
- 🏔️ Scenic 6-hour mountain drive to Bajawa & hotel check-in
Megalithic Heritage & Spider-Web Rice Fields
Explore ancient Ngada tribal monoliths in Bena, observe traditional Arak distillation in Aimere, and view the iconic spider-web rice paddies of Cara village.
Day 03: Bena Megalithic Village to Ruteng Highlands
After breakfast, visit Bena village to admire ancient megalithic stone formations, thatched Ngada ancestral houses, and traditional ikat weaving. Continue toward Ruteng with a stop in Aimere to witness traditional palm spirit (Arak) distillation, enjoying lunch in Borong.
- 🗿 Tour ancient Bena village with stone megaliths & Ngada culture
- 🍶 Observe local palm wine & Arak spirit distillation in Aimere
- 🏔️ Drive through mountain passes to cool Ruteng for overnight stay
Day 04: Cancar Spiderweb Fields to Labuan Bajo
Drive from Ruteng toward Labuan Bajo, stopping at Cara village in Cancar to view the extraordinary Lingko spider-web-shaped rice fields. Upon reaching Labuan Bajo, explore Batu Cermin (Mirror Cave) with its limestone stalactites before checking into your coastal hotel.
- 🌾 Panoramic viewpoint of Cancar's unique spider-web rice paddies
- 🦇 Tour Batu Cermin (Mirror Cave) stalactites & natural limestone formations
- 🏨 Coastal hotel check-in in Labuan Bajo overlooking the harbor
Komodo Liveaboard & Pink Beach Snorkeling
Board a liveaboard house boat to Rinca and Komodo Islands, trek to see wild Komodo dragons, and swim along vibrant Pink Beach reefs.
Day 05: Harbor Departure, Bidadari Snorkeling & Rinca Dragon Trek
Transfer to Labuan Bajo harbor and board your wooden house boat. Stop for snorkeling in turquoise waters around Bidadari Island, then sail to Rinca Island. Guided trek through savanna landscape to spot wild Komodo dragons, water buffaloes, and wild pigs. Overnight on boat.
- ⛵ Harbor departure & liveaboard wooden house boat embarkation
- 🤿 Crystal-clear coral reef snorkeling at Bidadari Island
- 🐉 Guided ranger trek on Rinca Island to observe Komodo dragons
Day 06: Komodo Island Exploration, Pink Beach & Return
Enjoy breakfast on deck before exploring Komodo Island on a morning wildlife walk. Continue sailing to the world-famous Pink Beach for snorkeling among vivid marine life and relaxing on pink sands. Sail back to Labuan Bajo for an overnight stay at your hotel.
- 🦎 Morning wildlife tracking walk on Komodo Island
- 🏖️ Snorkeling & beach leisure at world-famous Pink Beach
- 🌅 Cruise back to Labuan Bajo harbour & hotel stay
Labuan Bajo Airport Transfer & Departure
Day 07: Enjoy a relaxed morning breakfast at your hotel overlooking Labuan Bajo harbor. At the designated time, meet your private driver for airport transfer to Komodo Airport (LBJ) for your flight to Denpasar (Bali) or your next destination.
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