A Flores Overland Tour is a road trip across Flores Island, usually connecting Labuan Bajo with Maumere or Ende. It is one of the best ways to experience Flores’ mountains, traditional villages, volcanoes, rice terraces, and local culture.
Day 1: Labuan Bajo – Ruteng
- Pick up from hotel or airport in Labuan Bajo
- Visit Lembor Rice Fields
- Stop at Cancar to see the famous Lingko Rice Fields (Spider Web Rice Fields)
- Drive to Ruteng
- Overnight in Ruteng
Day 2: Ruteng – Bajawa
- Visit Ranamese Lake
- Stop at Aimere to see traditional arak production
- Visit Bena Traditional Village
- Overnight in Bajawa
Day 3: Bajawa – Riung
- Morning visit to Malanage Hot Spring
- Explore local villages and scenic landscapes
- Continue to Riung
- Overnight in Riung
Day 4: Riung – 17 Islands Marine Park – Riung
- Full-day boat trip to 17 Islands Marine Park
- Snorkeling and island hopping
- Visit Kalong Island to see flying foxes
- Overnight in Riung
Day 5: Riung – Moni
- Drive through Flores countryside
- Visit traditional villages along the way
- Stop at local markets and viewpoints
- Arrive in Moni
- Overnight in Moni
Day 6: Moni – Kelimutu – Ende / Maumere
- Early morning departure for sunrise at Kelimutu National Park
- Explore the famous three-colored crater lakes
- Transfer to Ende Airport or continue to Maumere Airport
- End of tour
Package Includes
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation (5 nights)
- Daily breakfast
- Boat trip to 17 Islands Marine Park
- Mineral water during the trip
Package Excludes
- Flights
- Lunch and dinner
- Entrance fees
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
This itinerary is one of the most popular overland routes because it combines Flores’ cultural highlights, volcanic landscapes, traditional villages, and marine experiences in Riung before ending at Kelimutu.