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6-Day Flores Overland Tour from Ende to Labuan Bajo via Kelimutu

6 Days Round trip from Ende Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Watch sunrise over Kelimutu's three turquoise crater lakes
02 Explore traditional villages including Wologai, Bena, and remote Belaraghi
03 Trek through scenic rice terraces in Detusoko and Ruteng
04 Visit Liang Bua Cave, where Homo floresiensis was discovered
05 See Cancar's famous spider's web rice fields and sunset at Sylvia Hill

Travel overland from Ende to Labuan Bajo on a 6-day journey through Flores, combining volcanic landscapes, traditional villages, rice-field trekking, and local cultural encounters. Watch sunrise over the three crater lakes of Kelimutu, visit historic and remote villages such as Wologai, Bena, and Belaraghi, and explore natural highlights including Blue Stone Beach, Malanage Hot Springs, Rana Mese Lake, and Cunca Pilas Waterfall. Along the way, discover Ruteng's rice terraces, Liang Bua Cave, and the famous spider's web rice fields of Cancar before ending with sunset views from Sylvia Hill.

Early in the morning, around 4:00-5:00 am, depart for Kelimutu to witness the sunrise over its three turquoise-coloured crater lakes.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Labuan Bajo, Ruteng, Kelimutu National Park, Ende

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ende, Bung Karno Museum, Detusoko Trek and Moni

After breakfast at 9:00 am, you will be picked up at the hotel to begin your Flores journey tour.
First, drive to Bung Karno Museum, where Indonesia's first president was exiled from 1934 to 1938. The museum, located in Ende, East Nusa Tenggara, is an important historical site where Bung Karno lived with his wife, adopted daughter, and mother-in-law.
Next, head to Detusoko Rice Field for a trekking experience through the rice terraces. You can join the locals in cultivating the fields, planting rice, or harvesting the crops.
Visit Wologai, a traditional village known for its cone-shaped architecture. Due to the village's sacred nature, visitors are required to wear a sarong provided by the locals. The village is home to farmers who grow rice, corn, cassava, and coffee.
After a short drive, arrive at Moni Village, the gateway to Kelimutu National Park. Check in to your hotel and rest for the night in preparation for the next day's journey.

Day 02

Kelimutu Sunrise, Blue Stone Beach, Bena and Hot Springs

Early in the morning, around 4:00-5:00 am, depart for Kelimutu to witness the sunrise over its three turquoise-coloured crater lakes.
After a 25-minute trek, reach the summit and enjoy the natural beauty of this famous site in East Nusa Tenggara.
Return to the hotel for breakfast before continuing to Blue Stone Beach, known for its colourful blue pebbles. Have lunch here while relaxing by the beach.
Proceed to Wolobobo, where you'll enjoy panoramic views of Mount Inerie.
Stop at Malanage Hot Springs, where you can swim between a hot and cold river.
Visit the traditional Bena Village, renowned for its unique architecture and cultural heritage. It is located in a peaceful valley surrounded by lush green forest.
From Bena, trek for about 30 minutes or take a short drive to reach your accommodation at Manulalu. Manulalu offers spectacular views of Mount Inerie and a colourfully decorated restaurant. If Manulalu is fully booked, you will stay in Bajawa instead.

Day 03

Luba Village Trek to Belaraghi

After breakfast, visit Luba Village, within walking distance from Manulalu. Luba is a traditional village known for its cultural significance.
Begin a 2-hour trek through the forest and scenic highlands, with stunning views of the mountains and sea. Your driver will pick you up to continue the journey.
Arrive at Belaraghi, a remote traditional village surrounded by lush forest and palm trees. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by a warm, welcoming family who will host you for the night.
Spend the evening exploring the village, interacting with locals, or helping with farming activities.
For an authentic experience, enjoy dinner and stay overnight in a traditional house.

Day 04

Belaraghi to Aimere, Rana Mese and Ruteng

After breakfast, depart from Belaraghi and head to Aimere Village, where you will see locals producing a traditional alcoholic drink made from palm juice.
Continue the journey to Ruteng, making several stops along the way, including a visit to Rana Mese Lake, a natural crater lake nestled in dense forest.
Visit the Robo viewpoint to see beautiful rice terraces and Ruteng Pu'u Village, a traditional village of the Manggaraian tribe.
Explore the local market in Ruteng before checking in at your accommodation for the night.

Day 05

Ruteng Sunrise Trek, Liang Bua Cave and Kenda Village

Rise early for a 4:30 am sunrise trek through the rice fields of Ruteng.
Enjoy the serene atmosphere as the sun rises over the terraced landscape.
After breakfast at the hotel, visit Liang Bua Cave, where the skeletons of a new human species, Homofloresiensis (nicknamed "Hobbits"), were discovered in 2004. Visit the mini-museum to see a replica of the bones.
Continue to the secluded Kenda Village for an agrotourism experience.
Explore local farms and trek through stunning rice paddies to reach a waterfall.
Return to your hotel in Ruteng for dinner and relaxation.

Day 06

Spider Web Rice Fields, Cunca Pilas and Labuan Bajo Sunset

After breakfast, drive to Golo Curu Hill or the traditional village of Ruteng Pu'u for a spectacular view of Ruteng town and its beautiful rice terraces.
Head to Cancar Village to see the famous Lodok rice fields resembling a giant spider's web.
On the way to Labuan Bajo, stop for a trek at Cunca Pilas Waterfall before continuing to Sylvia Hill Sunset Point, where you can enjoy a beautiful sunset view.
Finally, you will be dropped off at your chosen accommodation in Labuan Bajo, concluding the tour.