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5 Days 4 Nights
Daily Tour
10 people
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Flores overland tour crosses one of Indonesia’s most fascinating islands, from west to east. Over five days you’ll travel the scenic Trans-Flores Highway, through highland villages, past volcanoes and megalithic stone settlements, to the magical tri-coloured crater lakes of Kelimutu at sunrise. It’s a real adventure through the heart of Flores.
Flores is a land of volcanoes, ancient cultures and deep Catholic and animist tradition. As a local Indonesian operator since 2006, we handle every detail of this private overland journey.
You see the real Flores, far beyond the coast. Watch the sun rise over the colour-changing lakes of Kelimutu. Visit the megalithic Ngada villages of Bena and Luba near Bajawa. Soak in volcanic hot springs. See the Lingko spider-web rice fields. We travel responsibly, supporting the communities along the way. Add dragons and islands with our Komodo tours, or explore the full Flores destination page.
This is a journey, not a beach holiday. Days involve scenic but long drives on winding mountain roads, broken up by villages, viewpoints, waterfalls and hot springs. The highlight is a pre-dawn climb to Kelimutu for sunrise over the three lakes. The pace is active and the rewards are constant. Comfortable hotels and guesthouses along the route.
Tell us your dates and we’ll tailor it — message us on WhatsApp. Crafted by local experts since 2006.
Depart Labuan Bajo and drive into the Manggarai highlands. Stop at Cancar for the Lingko spider-web rice fields, then continue to the cool town of Ruteng. Overnight in Ruteng.
A scenic drive east through mountains and rice terraces to Bajawa, the highland home of the Ngada people. Stop at waterfalls and viewpoints along the way. In the afternoon, relax in the natural Malanage hot springs. Overnight in Bajawa.
Visit the megalithic traditional villages of Bena and Luba, set beneath the Inerie volcano, with their ancient stone formations and thatched houses. Continue the scenic drive east toward Moni, the base village for Kelimutu. Overnight in Moni.
A pre-dawn drive and short walk to the summit of Kelimutu for sunrise over the three tri-coloured crater lakes — one of Indonesia's most surreal sights. Afterwards, descend and drive to the coastal town of Maumere. Overnight in Maumere.
A relaxed morning, then transfer to Maumere airport for your onward flight. End of services. (The route can also end at Ende.)
Several hours each day on winding mountain roads. The scenery is beautiful, but if you're prone to motion sickness, bring remedies — we keep a comfortable pace with regular stops.
The light at dawn is best for seeing the lakes' colours, and the atmosphere is magical. The colours change over time due to volcanic mineral activity.
Yes, for families with older children who can handle long drives and an early start. It's a journey-style trip.
Absolutely. Start or end in Labuan Bajo and add a Komodo boat trip. Just ask.
The dry season (April–October) for the best roads and clearest Kelimutu sunrises.
